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My First Lover

My first lover
Influenced me
Like no other

She gave me confidence
She instilled maturity
She demanded respect

My first lover
Was a bit older
Than other lovers

More than just a girlfriend
She was mentor who’d be
A template for all others

An individual
A libertine
An intellect

By far her greatest influence
She instilled within me a dictum
I’ve appreciated ever since

Respect any woman
Who’s willing to
To love you


Ruminating, no one influenced me
More than that charitable saint
Who loved me so sweetly

Inspired by Kahlil Gibran’s ‘Broken Wings’ forward. Not to be considered as an entry for the competition.

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Author's Note
This is my dedication to the wonderful poet, Kahalil Gibran, who is the focus of the 'Classic Corner' competition series sponsored by Ahavati & JohnnyBlaze.
I'm honored to be April's guest host. The above poem is not to be considered as an entry for the comp.
I want encourage everyone at DU to consider taking part.  
Ahavati & JohnnyBlaze series has introduced me to several poets who's works I haven't been familiar with and have come to appreciate since.  It truly has become an educational endeavor.
All writing remains the property of the author. Don't use it for any purpose without their permission.
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