Detail. For Ross.
Today’s Photography and Poetry prompt ‘Detail’ had to be a special one for me. It is four years to the day that Ross and I started seeing each other and I wanted to write something especially for him.
To my mind, love isn’t really about the great big gestures (although, I am a typical romantic and wouldn’t say no!). It is about the every day things. The little things that no one else really sees or knows about. The smaller details.
This image is just one of the many things that Ross does for me. Most evenings, just before we go to bed, Ross puts the toothpaste on my toothbrush for me. It may not seem much but it is a big thing to me.
Detail
It’s in the little things you do for me
The things that seem unseen
They don’t really go unnoticed
But I need to say what I mean
The things like a cup of tea
Or the toothpaste on my brush
Stopping to make sure you kiss me
Although you may be in a rush
The cuddles on the sofa
Even though touching isn’t your thing
And I know how much you love me
Despite the lack of a ring
Our viewing pleasure tastes
Well, we both love the same
Whether it is the Gilmore Girls
Or shooting Zombies in the brain
Your care for Grace is amazing
You are the perfect dad
Even though sometimes
I know she drives you mad
So Ross, please believe me
You never ever fail
It isn’t about the big things
It’s in the small detail
Victoria Welton 5th February 2015
Awwww what a beautiful poem and a beautiful sentiment behind it too.
Just beautiful Vicky. Beautiful! Heart melting! And clever!
Love love love this hon! So with you too, the devil really is in the detail xx
That’s love that is 🙂 xox
Gorgeous poem, and yes, it really is the little things xx
It really is the little things, isn’t it? Beautiful poem Vicky xx
Oh that’s so lovely – I bet he’ll love that poem! And the toothpaste thing is very thoughtful. I agree, It’s the little things that matter more than the big gestures. xx
This is just so beautiful. Not just the words, but the emotion behind them as well. It is the everyday little things that make a relationship work. x
Oh that is just so sweet and so very loving. Beautiful xx
Beautifully put, and Ross sounds lovely x
It means a lot if someone takes the time to write their feelings in such a way, so I’m sure this will be really appreciated, particularly if it goes in his card instead of the mass produced verses that you usually get.
Perfect and so true. All those small details add up to make a very powerful team and a strong relationship. I’m so happy for you to have found someone that cares for you so much and it’s lovely how much you value and appreciate those details too x
What a gorgeous poem, it gives a real sense of your relationship. Gorgeous! Tor x
Ahh huni, this is lovely. You two are obviously meant to be. Thanks for linking up to #PointShoot x
So happy for you that you are in a loving relationship x
How sweet! You know it’s love when there are the little things in a relationship.
That was so beautiful. I’m such a hopeless romantic and it brought tears to my eyes. I’m always telling my husband that the big things don’t matter to me as much as the little ones do. It is the little, thoughtful things that truly mean the most and show how much someone truly cares!
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Lysa xx
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Such a lovely piece of writing. It put a smile on my face.
Aaawww that’s gorgeous! I do hope mummy finds her ‘Ross’ one day! #PointandShoot
How cute is this??? Possibly one of the most romantic things ever- love to think he will be doing it when you are both old and grey!
I love it! Reminds me of me and my hubby, especially having the same taste in tv shows and snuggling on the couch. It makes me want to write a poem for him. Lovely gesture. Detail. So sweet. #BigTopBlogParty
What a sweet gesture! May you have many more years of sweet bliss.
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You two were meant to be together. You both had to go through hell before you could find each other, and I know you’ve been through hell together. But what is love if not braving the fire and knowing your twin soul is always there beside you? I’m so happy for both of you. 🙂 You deserve each other, and I’ve no doubt you are each others’ reward. 🙂 Happy Anniversary!
Gorgeous poem, and lovely pic – how fitting that it’s nearly Valentines Day too! I’m so happy for you that you have found a lovely bloke who obviously cares, about you and about Grace. You were meant to be together! 🙂 x
Awww so beautifully put hon. It really maked me stop and think. Xx
Lovely bit of writing. Love the shot too #pointshoot
Ah Victoria, that’s so lovely really made me smile xx
Oh that is fab, it’s definitely the little things that make relationships work 🙂 #pointshoot
Oh Vic, thats lovely. I hope you have many many happy years together (cuddles on the sofa is my favorite thing too) xx
That is so lovely. All couples have their little shows of romance don’t they? x