for a real one
1.
We met four years after you
jumped the broom too soon.
By then you were the living dead.
Your husband fathered a child
with another woman, knowing
you always dreamt of being a
mother. And he shot down your
self-confidence every time he
loaded up his pistol while
awaiting his next call of duty.
2.
You needed healing so
I became your healer.
If I’m being honest, you’d
said, I’d take a bullet for you.
That’s how solid
our circle became.
The city so nice they named
it twice was our muse, and
literature was the lyre we loved
playing. Then I moved away.
3.
Years later I saw your face in
the clouds. You were smiling.
And I wondered—what ever happened
to the broom. Then we met again.
You swept me off my feet!
But then you realized that
I was never good with brooms,
only mops, for cleaning up
messes I frequently made.
4.
I always encouraged you to
pick up the broom and give
love a second chance—not
for me, but for your new man,
someone you should really
take a bullet for. We never
met, he and I, but I know
what he’s got. I just hope
he does too. It’s remarkable
for anyone to jump the broom,
fall, and then lace up again
for a second spring.
5.
I’ll never forget how
you were there for me
when I tried jumping and fell.
Oh the fuck well, but then
you went on about how I
simply forgot to lace up first
and how silly mistakes are
meant to make us laugh.
Then we laughed. At least
you’re still on your feet,
even though I was drunk
on cherry wine.
6.
Eventually I came to.
And standing out the most
was the immense importance
of tying my shoes before
tying the knot, a hard lesson
learned, never to be forgotten,
ever to be understood.
52 Responses to “Ladybug”
Courtney Cooper Kessler
Probably my favorite. Your talent never ceases to amaze me.
Ricco Wright
Ah, shucks, Courtney! You’re making me blush. Haha. I’m glad you enjoyed this though. I’m still wondering whether I should give “Shot” a shot. Hehe. We shall see.
Kiana Scott-Bey
.splendid.excellence.
Ricco Wright
Thank you.
Diana
Loved it! Amazing.
Ricco Wright
Thanks, Princess. I appreciate all your support.
Artisha
Absolutely amazing
Ricco Wright
Thank you, sis, even though I know how you really feel about this piece in comparison to “Shot” lol 🙂
Lisa
Beautiful
Ricco Wright
Thanks. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Victoria
The details here are spot on, Ricco. The shoe laces, the cherry wine, the second spring.
Bravo!
Ricco Wright
I’m honored to receive such a praise from you, a poet whom I admire. Thanks for your commentary. And for paying attention to detail. Too much cherry wine at one time is a slippery slope.
Irma
Speechless some people can relate
Ricco Wright
Not knowing who can or will relate to what you create but creating anyhow makes for a wonderful journey. Thanks for all your support.
Patrice
This resonates with me, feeling mix emotions. Excellent writing! It takes me back…
Ricco Wright
Well, I’m glad it resonates with you. I’d be happy to talk further with you about your experience and mine. Who knows, our discussion might lead to greater clarity and understanding for us both.
Mike
Eloquent material!
Ricco Wright
Thanks, good sir.
Dina
Real and mind boggling
Ricco Wright
Thank you.
FRANK COWIE
Very deep, inspirational and romantic lyrics. The topic was well developed where you demonstrated the skillful use of composition devices(including figures of speech). In addition, the stanza structure and the phrase structure provides evidence of the great thought that you put into this project. furthermore the language was compatible with the chosen theme. Well done Ricco. Keep up the great work
Ricco Wright
There are indeed many layers in this piece so I appreciate your approach to it. Really, I do. Thanks.
LaSonya
Beautiful and nicely put!!👏
Ricco Wright
Thank you so much.
Phetote
Poetry translates emotions into verbal sentiments…and you express them well, brother! WRITE ON!
Ricco Wright
Indeed it does. Thanks for your words of encouragement. The plan is to do just that—write on!
Ashley
I loved it Ricco! Ladybug… should’ve been titled… Peaches! 😆😁❤️
Ricco Wright
Haha. I do agree. You always manage to bring a smile to my face and make me laugh. I appreciate you.
Luella
Extraordinary literature
Ricco Wright
Thank you. Very much.
Hannibal B. Johnson
Lyrical, luminous, and seductive
Ricco Wright
Thank you, good sir.
Andrea Megehee
I loved this. Adored it, it began sounding like OutKast in my mind.
Ricco Wright
For me, an accomplishment is having any work of mine mentioned in the same sentence as OutKast, and you did just that, so I feel accomplished. Very. Thank you.
Breonna
LOVE!!!!
Ricco Wright
Thanks, Bre. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Drew
Powerful, Deep and well done.
Ricco Wright
Thanks, my brother.
Shaka D
Deep bro. Gotta learn to put on shoes before tying
Ricco Wright
Indeed. And gotta learn to tie shoes before tying the knot. Experience is a great teacher. Like yourself.
Kena
Inspiring piece of art. Words well put together.
Awesome!
Ricco Wright
Thanks you. I was hoping you’d like this one, because I know what kind of books you used to enjoyed reading in high school. I remember those days as I’m sure you do too. Good times!
Chelsea
Lovely work, thank you for sharing.
Ricco Wright
You’re welcome. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Nicole
I’m in awe. Very deep and raw and inspiring!
Ricco Wright
Thanks, Nicole. It means a lot to me that you read it. Take care.
Alex
The Truth!
Ricco Wright
Experience is the best teacher. Thanks for reading, my dude.
Dee
Simply divine!!!! All the feels..men waste a great woman’s time because they simply aren’t ready!!!!!! You can try a million times and you know it will never work!!! Let her go to be great!!! Keep writing!!
Johnson
That’s True love Doc. I enjoyed this I think it definitely opened my mind and made me look at love different and even added value to this word We Kall Love
Demetrius Chisholm
I dig cuz didn’t know u can write. I’ll be publishing works soon
Tonya
Very well written! I love the analogies and metaphors you used. My takeaway remember to tie my shoes before I jump the broom again 💚😁. Keep writing and flowing.