I can hire a man to mow the grass, and weed the garden.
I can hire a man to mend the fence, and patch the leak in the roof.
I can hire a man to drive me around, to tote the packages in from town.
I could even hire a man to cook dinner and make the bed.
I could even hire a man to sleep with.
But you can hire a tender touch, and knowing look. A gentle hug.
You can’t hire someone to share your dreams, your hopes, or your future.
You can’t hire someone to listen to every word you say; without you even having to speak.
You can’t hire contentment, peace,or comfort.
No you can’t hire love.
I don’t need a gardener.
I don’t need a handy man.
I don’t need a chauffeur.
I don’t need a chef.
I don't need a "lover"
All I need is to love.
And to be loved.
Author notes
Prompt:I don't just need a man, I need love.
A contest entry
- Women poets only - I don't just need a man, I need love. by paulcreates.
600 points, ended August 5, 2008, 12 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Comments
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Wow! This is great and full of truth. Best wishes and much love, -Nessa
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ain't it so true sis. lol
love is the heart of life, it can make us soar and really live.
s
Rhonie
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Very nicely put. Spelled out plainly and directly. Men often show love through doing and so you've shown that you need more. Very good.
Thank you for entering.
Paul
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