I am Ready for Love

Together, these poems offer a rich tapestry of human experience, inviting readers to reflect on their own journeys and find solace in the shared struggles and triumphs of the human condition. Each piece stands as a beacon of hope, resilience, and the unwavering quest for a life of meaning and connection.

The poem I am Ready for Love is a heartfelt journey through the stages of the girl's readiness for love, expressed in ten poignant stanzas. It begins with the girl proclaiming her readiness for love, reminiscing about her mother's nurturing care during childhood. Her mother responds, emphasizing that true love is beyond duty—it's sacrifice and nurtured from the heart. The father then shares his pride and concerns, recognizing her transition from childhood to womanhood.

The girl acknowledges her parents' roles in her upbringing, yet expresses a longing for lessons in love that she feels were missing. She finds solace in a newfound love that brings light and hope. Her friend celebrates this love, affirming its completeness and eternal growth. The pastor blesses their union, invoking divine guidance and faith, while the teacher imparts wisdom about love's true nature, encouraging her to embrace it wholeheartedly. The philosopher offers a deeper understanding of love as a journey, urging her to cherish its profound connection.

In the final stanza, the girl expresses gratitude to all the influential figures in her life; mother, father, friend, pastor, teacher, and philosopher for their love and guidance. She declares her readiness to fully embrace and celebrate love, dancing and praising it with a heart filled with gratitude and joy.