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For the Silent Kiss Contest of Constance La France/ POTD Aug 29, 2025Close up view of water droplets on the petals of a pink chrysanthemum

The Silent Kiss

"For in the dew of little things the heart finds its morning and is refreshed." - beautifulnow.is
 
          Autumn tiptoed in after summer.
  I reminisce of the silent kiss 
she left as droplets on the delicate florets 
of one beautiful, bright chrysanthemum.
        Her early morning tryst went undetected
   until the evidence of it glistened
in the light of a sweet September dawn.

            I spotted that lovely mum blushing pink
from the visit Autumn made just before King Sun peeked down
       from his throne of gold on high in the brilliant sky
when he caught the goddess bidding a fond farewell
     to the flower she had been deliciously romancing.

Too many times to count has Autumn visited
     other flowers, leaving her fleeting touch of love
which puts a glow on their pretty petaled faces,
           but each of her kisses is evanescent.
In that moment I recall, one chrysanthemum 
             glowed most gloriously from the silent kiss.
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Date: 9/5/2025 2:29:00 AM
This is lovely, congratulations and for POTD
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Date: 9/3/2025 10:49:00 PM
Heartiest congratulations dear poetess on your top win and POTD with your lovely poem on the silent kiss of dew droplets "on the delicate florets of one beautiful, bright chrysanthemum." Wishing you a cheerful flowery day.
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Date: 9/3/2025 8:35:00 AM
Dear Andrea, Congrats on POTD! I love how you've created this whole romantic mythology around seasonal change, with King Sun as witness to these gentle encounters. There's something so playful about seeing nature through this lens of secret romance. Blessings, Dear Andrea, Daniel
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Date: 9/3/2025 5:27:00 AM
Andrea, congratulations on your win in my The Silent Kiss contest with your beautiful poem,, image and quote, blessings. ~Constance
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Date: 9/2/2025 9:16:00 PM
What an autumn kiss that brightens most particularly a chrysanthemum. This is a brilliant poem, worthy of being chosen as a POTD. Kudos.
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Date: 9/2/2025 5:44:00 AM
Lovely! Congrats on POTD!
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Date: 8/31/2025 2:58:00 PM
Andrea, What a moment caught by the sun. Such a gift lost forever in Autumn's silence. -Richard
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Date: 8/30/2025 10:16:00 PM
Hi Andrea, back to your poem with Congratulations on your POTD. This nature poem, I loved so much.
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Date: 8/30/2025 7:25:00 PM
Congrats, belated, on POTD!!! Beautiful work!! <3
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Date: 8/30/2025 2:09:00 PM
Lovely poetry, Andrea, certainly worthy of this POTD honor. Congratulations my friend, Bill
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 8/30/2025 2:56:00 PM
Thanks, Bill
Date: 8/29/2025 6:24:00 PM
' Autumn visited other flowers, leaving her fleeting touch of love, which puts a glow on their pretty petaled faces. ' Such a breathtaking image to behold, and one that holds playfulness. Your thoughts are beautiful and delicate. Soft and romantic. Congratulations Andrea, on Poem of the Day. My best to you, always. :) Hugs, Brandy
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 8/30/2025 2:57:00 PM
Thanks so much, Brandy
Date: 8/29/2025 3:01:00 PM
Goodness, I don't know how I clicked my way here, it wasn't intentional but check out the day you're having! Very cool. I'm tickled for you. Love ... CayCay
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 8/30/2025 2:56:00 PM
Thanks, dear friend
Date: 8/29/2025 2:03:00 PM
Congratulations Andrea! Beautifully penned. xhugs
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Date: 8/29/2025 1:31:00 PM
Amazing as always, AD. Worthy POTD honors.
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Date: 8/29/2025 1:19:00 PM
Oh Andrea, this is just lovely with a kiss of the romanticism found in autumn's visit to this "blushing" chrysanthemum. Such an exquisite metaphor for love between nature and Autumn who you beautifully personified. Congratulations on your POTD! I am just thrilled for you, my friend. Blessings!
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 8/30/2025 2:57:00 PM
Thanks, dear
Date: 8/29/2025 12:21:00 PM
Congratulations on your POTD win. What a beautiful write. I enjoyed reading this one. Enjoy your day with your wonderful win...........
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Date: 8/29/2025 8:18:00 AM
The romance of nature lives in your lines, Andrea. No matter which flower, being kissed by dew is such a lovely thought. Potd applause for you.
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Date: 8/29/2025 6:35:00 AM
Nevermind the tulips, let’s tiptoe through the chrysanthemums for an autumnal change, silently kissed with a feast of colour and beautiful imagery, for a well deserved POTD, cheers David
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Date: 8/29/2025 4:55:00 AM
Andrea, a beautiful poem. Congratulations on POTD.
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Date: 8/29/2025 3:06:00 AM
returning to congratulate you on your POTD designation...especially liked "each of her kisses is evanescent."
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Date: 8/29/2025 1:28:00 AM
B.e.a.u.t.i.f.u.l. ~ congratulations on POTD, Andrea
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Date: 8/29/2025 12:52:00 AM
- What a beautiful poem, Andrea :) - I'm never ready to say goodbye to the summer :) - Congratulations on your p.o.t.d. and Congratulations on your top place in the contest :) - Have a great weekend :) - hugs
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Date: 8/28/2025 6:17:00 PM
I love your approach to the prompt. The poem is truly lovely. You must have written up a storm in the past two days. I think I've read 3, each one penned with obvious talent. Love, CayCay
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Date: 8/28/2025 1:08:00 PM
I love this, Andrea. I hate when summer leaves us, but you've made her exit so lovely.
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Date: 8/28/2025 10:46:00 AM
Excellent poem. Unique nature themed silent kisses. Loved it. Best wishes in the contest.
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