A Tale of Pearl

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A single mote of sand gives birth to a pearl, A seed of solace blossoms into a shell. Our time tide is an outlet for love, Charm clings to the heart's beating cells. These precision globes encircle our lives, Pure, utopian beads; lustrous, iridescent. Fruits of our labors are before us to savor, Our family memories are so full and vibrant. No treasure matches the way I feel, When I hold in my hands all our love's wealth. There are no words I could ever express, A prismatic prize makes your eyes glimmer. The gift had an opaline, opulent glow, Grown in our souls when we met. This sacred connection firmly grips me, Our love’s pearl is growing exquisite. Explore your ideas to find priceless gems, Women carry lovely fables upon their necks. As an oyster layer, kindness is innocent, Souls without it are hollow shells in the sea. Gems in the sea and beams in the sky, Sincere love trumps miracles. Love can overcome seas and elegant views, As love darts, brilliant star pearls fade. Moon-linked grace, apathy, and purity waves, Glossy layers of wisdom and tears of grief tell a tale. Joyful oyster pain, pearl grace, a whirling gleam, Display and share dreams—your world.

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Duke Beaufort

Date: 5/28/2024 9:32:00 AM

SP, this is an interesting metaphor and very well done, sir! There is a seed that gives forth to much more in our lives for certain. It can happen many times provided we act appropriately and direct our work in the right direction. Pearls in a necklace as a fable for kindness--a fabulous and unexpected connection that grabbed my attention.

Laura Leiser

Date: 5/27/2024 7:01:00 PM

This is so lovely! Wonderful metaphors and great imagery throughout! Excellent write! :)

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 5/26/2024 11:22:00 PM

Great imagery and wonderful metaphors you explore love with all its beauty. A great love poem.

Tonye George

Date: 5/26/2024 3:08:00 PM

Love has been presented into many things by you dear Sotto. Kindness, miracles, grief, loss, love. Love is sometimes a memory even the ones we think are forgotten. All the love poems make me sensitive right now. The realisation of getting to live without the people we love, getting used to never seeing them again. Not what we ever prepare for. "Glossy layers of wisdom and tears of grief tell a tale." Great piece.

Silent One

Date: 5/26/2024 9:29:00 AM

Hey Sotto, your poem beautifully captures the transformative and precious nature of love through its rich imagery and natural metaphors. It evokes a sense of wonder and deep appreciation for the intangible treasures of life and love, suggesting that these are the true miracles. The free-flowing structure and lyrical language enhance the poem's emotional impact, making it a heartfelt tribute to the enduring power of love and connection.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 5/26/2024 8:51:00 AM

Yours was such an evocative poem emotionally describing the beautiful pearl and its affiliation with love. So many delightful metaphors. I especially liked: Explore your ideas to find priceless gems, Women carry lovely fables upon their necks. As an oyster layer, kindness is innocent, Souls without it are hollow shells in the sea. I also liked the beginning lines. Your ability to capture so much metaphorically is inspirational. Have a splendid day, your poetess friend in Texas, Sara

Vijay Pandit

Date: 5/26/2024 7:24:00 AM

A splendid exploration of priceless gems, my friend. Emotions expertly woven in metaphors. And lovely recognition to allure of love: No treasure matches the way I feel, When I hold in my hands all our love's wealth--