WORTHY EFFORT

On the trail....

 WORTHY EFFORT

 

She notices him straight away

a young angelic face 

barely a shadow of a beard

yet she admires his appearance

a square jaw, a straight nose, and curly blonde hair

she cannot decipher his eye color from her stance

 

She peers as he slowly moves his profile

and sips some brew

she ponders over their age difference

two husbands astern, now she is in pursuit

of a plentiful younger man

an older woman of fifty something

with gray streaks in her auburn hair

she considers herself quite attractive

 

This would be her first occasion to seek a younger man

she gazes at him for some time while glancing at her watch

eager to meet him, yet in a subtle manner

he rotates his head slightly

but has yet to make note of her appeal

 

Regrettably, quite enough time passes without his direct glance

she recognizes that he is not responsive

and pays her bill

walks slowly to the exit

hence, he acknowledges her alluring walk

and quickly arises to follows her

“May I open the door for you?”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                     

 

Reviews

[Pete]

hmm. intriguing. the cougar seems to have captured her prey after thinking not. a case of, be careful what you wish for, you might get it perhaps? there is a subtle, alluring eroticism to this write. well done.

[Betty Hermelee]

Hi Pete, i think you got the just most perfectly! thank you always for a top notch review
Warmly, B🌷🌷🌷🌷

[John the Baptist]

Today, I believe ladies such as this one are known as "cougars." They are eager for adventures with a younger man. In this offering, it appears at the end as though she has succeeded. Damn it, where was she when I was a young man?

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you john for a great review, always
Warmly, B

[petec3638]

Playing it cool

Who should make the first move
'Oh she is leaving - strike now - once out of that door she will be gone'

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Pete for your kind words....he acted at the appropriate time...timing is everything!
Warmly, B

[petec3638]

YES
Timing is everything

[Pallavi]

The wait is what makes it painful, the wait with the uncertainty of what's going to happen, or will it ever happen, a minute feels like ages. But isn't it quite the paradox, u could admire the person for longer the wait is.

[Betty Hermelee]

Yes, you cannot wait forever...but....who know what will happen thank you for your kind words
Warmly, B

[Kady R.]

Hiii Bettyyy!!!

Ahhhh to be noticed!!! Nothing like getting attention for those you desire.

I enjoyed the end of this poem. There was a sense of hope when he opened the door for her. New opportunities new desires of the heart. What a wonderful thing.

Thanks for Betty sharing!! 🤗🤗🤗🥰🥰🥰

[Betty Hermelee]

You are very welcome Kady!
Warmly, B

[Efxaris Arampatzi]

Betty, I love this poem. It captures the quiet tension of desire and self‑confidence as an older woman weighs the risk of approaching youth. Your vivid descriptions, jawline, gray streaks, cautious glances, they all make the scene feel cinematic, while the final courteous doorway gesture delivers a satisfying twist of hope. The piece balances vulnerability and poise, showing that pursuit itself is a worthy effort. Wonderfully written.

[Betty Hermelee]

What a marvelous review; I love it!!! You captured everything in the poem and embellished all the right elements!
Bravo!
Warmly B😊🌷

[Neha agrawal]

“May I open the door for you?” what a perfect closing line. Mature, poetic, and full of charm.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Neha for your lovely review, much appreciated!🌷🌷
Warmly,
B😊

[Samuel Dickens]

If older men can snare a young female, then turn about is fair play. Let's hope the young fellow isn't just looking for a free ride. A heart is easily broken, after all. A fine poem.

[Betty Hermelee]

thank you Sam for “fine” review as well, much appreciated🌷🌷
Warmly, B

[Ayesha Faiz]

This poem is soft and thoughtful. It shows an older woman quietly admiring a younger man, full of hope and curiosity. She watches him, unsure if he notices her, but just as she gives up, he surprises her with a kind gesture. It’s a gentle and sweet moment, full of quiet emotion. Lovely work! Thank you for sharing this !!!

[Betty Hermelee]

thank you Ayesha, a very understanding and heartfelt review, appreciated!🌷🌷🌷
Warmly, B😊

[emmajoygreen]

The difference of ages between what might be a future - however brief, is a mystery before and could be afterwards! So, here we have what could well be a romance but not by any means, an easy one. Pause, wonder, think. Your mind is running wild, ticking over the possibilities! This is what, a
mysterious romance or a romantic mystery? There is a distinct difference between those possibilitie; methinks madame is a saucy wench daring to tread on glass! Fine writing - of course!

[Betty Hermelee]

perhaps, my dear Em, but then i have a good friend who is 15 years older than her hubby and they are quite happy! know some others too, my daughter-in-law is 9 years older than our son…however it could go either way…. thank as always for your insight and fine review Em… always!
hugs
B🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷😊

[emmajoygreen]

Love doesn't ask for a favourite food, favourite soap or - or ask age before being with someone becomes precious. As far as I know, love is what it is, understanding, receptive, kind and warmer than warm. Plus, for many, being apart can be painful: as if part is missing from heart and mind..

[Betty Hermelee]

YOU ARE RIGHT!!! thank you dearly, my friend for your comments.... lovely!
Hugs ME

[emmajoygreen]

Know I'm not always right and don't expect to be, Betty. Plus peeps look at and into things very differently, depends on how we've lived, thought - plus experience does have just a little to do with outcomes!!! Hugs from me, too. Home you have a super sweet weekend and just maybe find time for a brief sit-down!!!