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A Hand To Hold

He took my hand to help me climb the mountain path. Once we reached the crest, he held me within his arms. The only view I wanted to see was the glimmer of love on his face. July 28, 2022 Short Verse Inspired by Pictures Contest Sponsored by Lisa YY Photo Prompt C ~ Word Count at 37

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Frederic Parker

Date: 8/1/2022 10:52:00 AM

tender, poetic, and in the end a warm smile in an exchange of emotion...

Jenna Logan
Date: 8/1/2022 12:34:00 PM

Thanks for reading and commenting, Frederic.

Valsa George

Date: 7/31/2022 9:26:00 AM

'Waiting to see the glimmer of love on his face' .... ! What a way to end the climb together. Beautiful and romantic, Jenna!

Jenna Logan
Date: 8/1/2022 12:34:00 PM

Thanks, Valsa. Climbing a mountain with the one you love and trust would be fabulous.

Timothy Ray

Date: 7/29/2022 12:34:00 PM

ahhhh a Romantic poet....such a delight and so true to form...the quick capture of the heart....line by line excellent execution....take a bow, you sit with the Le Bon Ton of the Romantics

Jenna Logan
Date: 7/30/2022 2:19:00 AM

Guilty, as charged. Thanks so much for the kind comments you've bestowed on my lines, Timothy.

Terrell Martin

Date: 7/29/2022 5:22:00 AM

Jenna, the photograph was well chosen but IMHO, not in the least bit needed because the poem expressed that "Kodak Moment" better than any photograph ever could. To me, it incapsulated a tender, loving moment in time. Arete' (Greek for "Excellence."

Jenna Logan
Date: 7/29/2022 5:43:00 AM

Thanks so much for your kind remarks, Terry. The photograph was a necessary part of the contest theme.

Deb M

Date: 7/28/2022 9:34:00 PM

Just beautiful Jenna! Debx

Jenna Logan
Date: 7/29/2022 2:55:00 AM

Thanks a lot Deb.

Michael Tor

Date: 7/28/2022 7:24:00 PM

Jenna you transformed the mountain view to your affection for him in priority and purpose of the climb. Forget the view and got caught up in the surreal moment of affection and love. The purpose of the climb, the view was secondary and your affection toward him was more important. Clever way of highlighting the search of love in his adoring face. Your romantic side shines in this well crafted clever way, of expressing this romantic Free verse of affection. The Spirit of love shines in you...

Jenna Logan
Date: 7/29/2022 2:54:00 AM

Thank you so much for your very insightful review, Michael. Your comments read me as if you were on the mountain. I appreciate your thoughts

Edward Ibeh

Date: 7/28/2022 3:01:00 PM

Mesmerizing! Love it, Jenna:-) I almost went with this pic for the contest. Best of luck in the contest!

Jenna Logan
Date: 7/28/2022 5:22:00 PM

Thank you, Edward. I was curious as to which photo you chose, so I read your lines. They were awesome, and I'm sending you a soup mail.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 7/28/2022 12:21:00 PM

- Lovely ... <3 - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Jenna Logan
Date: 7/28/2022 5:21:00 PM

Hi Anne-Lise. Thank you very much.

John Watt

Date: 7/28/2022 10:29:00 AM

Jenna, such a winsome romantic moment you depict in only 37 words. Love the arc from a helping hand to an embrace to the look of love at the summit. Enjoyed this very much. Hope your day is blessed ~ John

Jenna Logan
Date: 7/28/2022 5:21:00 PM

Hey John and thank you for such a lovely review. My day was fine... cooler temps because of rain. I hope you have a great weekend.

L Milton Hankins

Date: 7/28/2022 9:50:00 AM

Aw, this is so sweet, Jenna. Your interpretation gave meaning to the picture. I love it!

Jenna Logan
Date: 7/28/2022 10:01:00 AM

I wanted to use the most unusual of the four pictures offered. I'm happy that you think my lines do it justice. Thanks a bunch, Milt.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 7/28/2022 9:43:00 AM

Short and very romantic Jenna, love your interpretation of the picture. Best of luck and hope your days gone well. Tom

Jenna Logan
Date: 7/28/2022 10:00:00 AM

Good afternoon, Tom. I was limited to using not more than 40 words, but you know me... I could've written a novel. lol Thank you and my day is comfy with a lower temperature since rain is on the way.