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No Burden

She asks me if these are the pants she should wear.
Or, would another glass of wine be a bad idea.

Should we go out, or stay in
and watch the movie we discussed earlier in the day.

I am not burdened by any of these queries.
These simple questions are where the love lies now.

— Michael Anthony, Oct 10, 2024

About This Poem

Style/Type: Free verse

Review Request Intensity: I appreciate moderate constructive criticism

Editing Stage: Editing - polished draft

About the Author

Region, Country: San Francisco Bay Area - USA, USA

Favorite Poets: Bukowski, Billy Collins, Ted Kooser, Haiku & Harvey Kurtzman (a visual poet, of sorts)

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John Leslie O'Kelley

John Leslie O'Kelley

1 year 7 months ago

Michael Anthony

Simple moments and simple questions moving towards a better more full relationship. I loved your attitude. Another beuatiful poem and I get it. Thank you!