A Place of Enchantment

Take me to an enchanted place I've never been 
Before, a place where there are gilded paintings
In the halls on walls, each one more breathtaking
Than the next, where surreal senses come alive

And elegant imagery dines with-in exotic climes,
Where quaint terraces with buoyant bougainvillea
Bloom in bright shades of magnificent magenta.
Where crystal wine glasses glisten on glass table 

Tops overlooking a rich teal ocean view where 
White sails dot the harbor and graceful gulls glide 
On cool currents as the sun shines silver shards
Off their serene soaring wings....winging, singing.

Let me be surrounded by soft serenades, to the
Symbiotic sounds of violins and harp strings within
Poetic pavilions where dancing and music are one
With the song, where peaceful loving spirits belong.

8-26-16

POETRY UNHINGED - Poetry Contest
Sponsor John Lawless N/A
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Callus Avatar
October 12, 2016 at 12:29 PM
I'm glad I happened to click on this beautiful poem, Connie, which somehow I had missed before. This is the place to be, where serene imagery makes emotions flow and inspire. I would definitely say it's in Italy! Regards // paul
Marcum Wong Avatar
October 13, 2016 at 4:14 PM
Thank you very much Paul. No place like Italy. I have visited there four times from Piacenza to Rome, Venice and Florence and the language barrier was not a problem. I am glad you enjoyed it as it got an N/A so I had my doubts. Cheers, Connie : )
Babcock Avatar
September 9, 2016 at 10:55 PM
Sounds like a place i would want to be. Paradise at its best. love phyl
Marcum Wong Avatar
October 13, 2016 at 4:16 PM
Thank you very much Phyllis. I have been to places like this, so I cheated a bit. ; )
Daniel Avatar
September 6, 2016 at 4:16 AM
Sounds like a lovely place to be:) Great write:)
Marcum Wong Avatar
October 13, 2016 at 4:17 PM
Thank you very much Jo. ; )
Y. Avatar
August 28, 2016 at 9:48 PM
Hi Connie, This is so magical and enchanting. Can l go? You have described the place of my dreams. Your imagery and content is on point. I wish you the best of luck in the contest. A gigantic seven :-) Alexis
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 30, 2016 at 4:26 PM
Sure come along. Later we can go shopping in the quaint little shops. ; ) Thank you Alexis. Aloha, Connie
Vaso Avatar
August 28, 2016 at 5:56 PM
I just read Tims latest poem and this so reminded me of that, you both weave such prose that make me wish to be in these enchanted places!!!! So Lovely!
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 30, 2016 at 3:28 AM
His Heavenly Dance poem. I loved it. Thank you very much Arthur. ; )
Andresen Avatar
August 28, 2016 at 2:14 PM
- This leads us to heaven of paradise, a really beautiful journey with music in the background ... # 7 - Good luck in the contest - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 30, 2016 at 4:31 PM
My favorite violinist virtuoso is Joshua Bell. His music is heavenly. Dreaming cheers the mind Anne-Lise. Thank you so much! ; )
Lamoureux Avatar
August 28, 2016 at 9:16 AM
This is indeed enchanting Connie.
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 30, 2016 at 4:32 PM
Thank you Richard. I always enjoy a visit from you. ; )
Krampe Avatar
August 28, 2016 at 8:09 AM
Lovely, Connie. I especially loved what you did with the alliterations. Good luck on the contest.
Wigley Avatar
August 28, 2016 at 12:59 AM
Lovely piece, Connie, please send me dirtections and a one-way ticket. Viv x
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 28, 2016 at 3:12 AM
Will do! They are on the walls...see what I mean? I wrote on the way and my kindle changed it to walls. Thank you Viv. ; )
Turner Avatar
August 27, 2016 at 9:58 PM
Sounds wonderful Connie, Greece on the Mediterranean. Sicily maybe. I'll meet you there. Pick a day. So realistic!
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 28, 2016 at 12:53 AM
I thought about Greece first, but it is a bit hot there, maybe the Italian Riviera? I have stayed in Rapallo which is a quaint little village there. Spring or Fall...but I am too busy right now. Smile! Cheers and Thank you very much Daniel. ; )
Austin Avatar
August 27, 2016 at 8:41 PM
This could well be realized in a light meditation. Your fine poem manages to ake one on such a surreal trip. Love, daver
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 28, 2016 at 12:27 AM
How nice of you daver. Thank you for dropping by for a visit. Have a great weekend.; )
Hauser  Avatar
August 27, 2016 at 8:15 PM
Such wonderfully enchanting images...beautiful!
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 28, 2016 at 12:24 AM
Thank you for the kind words Mike. ; )
Gupta Avatar
August 27, 2016 at 5:25 AM
Very successful quest for the 'unhinged' ... majestic procession of splendid images ... leading the reader to almost a Paradise ... all the best ...
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 27, 2016 at 2:31 PM
Wow thank you so much Probir! As you probably know by now I am a fan of your poetry and so I appreciate this comment very much. Thank you so much my friend. Aloha Connie; )
Marie Avatar
August 27, 2016 at 4:04 AM
Wow...what a magical, fantastical place you have penned! Such gorgeous imagery, your artistic talent soars...a 7+..outstanding :-) My best to you in the contest. blessings, lynn
Marie Avatar
August 27, 2016 at 3:48 PM
..always a pleasure Connie.. A very happy "hey" to your lovely Mahalo :-) :-) lynn xx
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 27, 2016 at 2:29 PM
I love nature and art so of course that is where my imagination goes Lynn, poetry being one of the highest arts. Thank you so much for your lovely comments on this poem, it is truly appreciated. Mahalo, Connie : )
Godwin Avatar
August 27, 2016 at 2:28 AM
Let me go with you. I belong there, I just know it! An adult, non-scary, Neverland! Sheer mesmerizing imagery has swept me away (not Calgon). (I'm sleepy) BUT alert enough to know when I've read a poem so excellent, it excites me. You go ... CayCay
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 27, 2016 at 3:43 AM
I would imagine it to be in the south of France by the shore or t he Italian rivera. ; ) Thank you CayCay!
Chung Avatar
August 27, 2016 at 1:51 AM
Wonderful, vivid poem! I think you and I might share dreams. If you like, please have a look at my poem The Secret Place of the Most High and Within the House of Lake Walensee. I feel you might enjoy them.
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 27, 2016 at 3:46 AM
I think we do Brian. I enjoyed both those poems. Thank you very much! Aloha,Connie ; )
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