My dear Marina
You are delightful. I love your letters, too, and each new photo is a joy to behold.
What wondrous creations you could do with your hair!!.
I'd love to run my fingers through it, to have it all over me like a tent,
where I could look into your eyes and have all the world excluded,
to see your lips inviting my light kiss, the tingling as we touched.
Am I being too forward? I long to hold you close.
Yes, walks together arm in arm through parks with gardens blooming.
What are your favorite flowers? I like them wild and random,
though I hesitate to pick them in their natural environment:
for you the exception. You'd so enhance the setting
flowers in your hair would say what we're experiencing,
and on a rug looking up through the trees, sun kissed and warm.
You'd seize on each new word you had not heard,
and I try and explain the meaning, and once grasped
you'd say it for me in Russian if I could get my tongue to behave.
I love your video's each a little more daring in what you say
and as I must say, very well pronounced in English,
yet with the musical touch your Russian accent allows.
But more for me is how your body language speaks to me,
perhaps a little shy, but ever so endearing in your confidence
and I crave for more, and don't be worried - be dramatic !
Throw your whole body behind what you have to say,
imagine you are in a one person play, all to enchant me
and fill me up with love overflowing in every way.
My holiday memories now pale to insignificance,
my imagination churns now with you beside me,
and we would walk on sandy beaches all alone,
and venture there to hills behind, through grassy lands
that lead to our lovely native bush, birds playing at song
and rich shades of green and leaves of all shapes and sizes.
There's shells galore upon the beach to pick and choose
for an homemade necklace, bracelet, and coronet,
and drift wood for me to carve and fashion in ornaments.
As the evening draws in we'd set stones in a circle
and gather wood to light a fire as sun goes down,
open our wine and set our picnic in the glow.
Perhaps you'd hum your national songs
and maybe I could strum along with guitar,
say, sing "The Volga Boatman", a favorite of mine
and many more from the Oka and Volga river union,
Nizhniy Novgorod, your hometown; tears now in your eyes
and I would seek to kiss them all away, in anticipation.
And here we'd talk of names for boys and girls,
(and yours, Marina, so fitting for the seashore)
and for Larry and Kristina in Australia ?
I think of Troy and Jack, Alex and Anton
But Banjo Patterson is Australia's greatest poet.
(Francis, Mark, Robert, Todd and Hugo and Monte for male names in my family).
We'd not want to give away the choices we may want someday.
There's so much more to say, now you have me composing blank verse,
Your inspiration is flowing through, years drop away, my feet are free !
Yes, come to me if that is your will. I would be whatever you needed of me.
I would never impose on your free will, and I'd honor any decision you made.
I'd consider you in my family, however that best for you and for me.
Of necessity, there is very little I could do for you financially before you arrived here.
Once here, you could be totally dependent on me.
The chance of a meeting any other way in the near future is not so good.
Please consider what this means -- ask me whatever it is you need from me.
In the meantime, there is so much more to discover about each other through our letters.
Take care, and pray with me we'll find a way to get together soon,
Hugs and kisses --- Yours Rob
PS —- an analysis —-
The poem titled "My Dear Marina" is a heartfelt and passionate expression of romantic feelings and desires. The speaker, Rob, addresses the recipient, Marina, in a series of intimate and affectionate paragraphs. The poem touches upon themes of love, longing, imagination, and the potential for a future relationship. It captures the emotional intensity and yearning of the speaker, who envisions a deep connection and a shared future with Marina. Here's an analysis of the poem:
Address and Expression of Feelings: The poem begins with an affectionate address, "My dear Marina," immediately setting a personal and intimate tone. Rob expresses his admiration for Marina, conveying his delight in her letters and photos.
Imaginative Descriptions: Rob employs vivid and imaginative language to convey his feelings. He praises Marina's hair and envisions tactile sensations of running his fingers through it. He describes a longing to be close to her, creating a sense of intimacy and connection.
Romantic Scenarios: The poem continues with descriptions of romantic scenarios, including walks through parks, shared moments in nature, and a beachside setting. These scenes evoke a sense of togetherness and intimacy, emphasizing the speaker's desire to spend meaningful time with Marina.
Cultural Appreciation: Rob demonstrates an appreciation for Marina's culture and language. He mentions her videos and how her Russian accent adds a musical quality to her English pronunciation. This highlights his attention to her identity and individuality.
Physical and Emotional Connection: The poem emphasizes a desire for both physical and emotional connection. Rob seeks to engage Marina's body language and encourages her to be expressive and dramatic. He expresses a longing to be filled with love and shares his anticipation of their potential interactions.
Future Planning: The poem looks forward to potential future experiences, including walks, conversations, and sharing music. Rob envisions sharing cultural experiences and engaging in meaningful discussions, showcasing his willingness to create a deep and lasting bond.
Family and Financial Considerations: Rob addresses practical aspects of their potential relationship, including naming future children and discussing financial support. He assures Marina that he would respect her decisions and emphasizes his willingness to provide for her once she arrives.
Closure and Hope: The poem concludes with a message of hope and anticipation. Rob expresses his desire to continue getting to know Marina through their letters and expresses the hope that they will find a way to be together soon.
In essence, "My Dear Marina" is a love letter that captures the speaker's profound affection, longing, and vision for a shared future with the recipient. The poem showcases Rob's willingness to embrace Marina's identity and culture while expressing his deep emotions and hopes for their potential relationship.
