Gershon Wolf Poet Villanelle

A Wave's Length

Born so meek, far out at sea
She gathers strength, espies the shore
White caps atop her apogee

Escaping ocean's grip, the wave is free
Foam and spray rise high and roar
Born so meek far out at sea

Mounting ever higher she would be
A fount, from her triumphant waters soar
White caps atop her apogee

Sensing shoreline, ravenous, hungry
Lapping up beleaguered shores
Born so meek far out at sea

Settling in the sand, down on her knee
Peaceful calm now, powerful no more
White caps atop her apogee

She now recedes, stripped of pedigree
Nor mist with drops of salty spray
Born so meek far out at sea
White caps atop her apogee

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Susan Ashley July 4, 2019 at 6:53 PM Such graceful imagery flows beautifully through your poem, Gershon. For me, the ocean is endlessly inspiring and your rich write inspires me with its elegance and artistry. A gorgeous piece, my dear friend. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan Gershon Wolf July 4, 2019 at 7:05 PM I was hoping that you might view and review one of the villanelles, Susan. Your warm words have penetrated my heart and enriched my 4th of July. Best always, my friend. :) gw

P.S. Awtry July 4, 2019 at 11:52 AM just gorgeous! "Escaping ocean's grip, the wave is free" Poetry high, poetic sighs... FAV Gershon Wolf July 4, 2019 at 12:39 PM Now I feel the sweat that I put into this one has paid off. Thank you so much for the FAVE. Best wishes, Gershon

Caren Krutsinger July 4, 2019 at 10:56 AM This was almost a monorhyme also; not quite, but it bordered on the edge of one. Well done. Bravo! Gershon Wolf July 4, 2019 at 11:13 AM A poem is a poem is a poem, I guess. :) gw

Sandra Adams July 3, 2019 at 8:52 PM This one drew me in in its depth. I love the ocean and could picture it! Well penned villanelle, you rock that style :) hugs Gershon Wolf July 3, 2019 at 9:12 PM Your kind words are music to my ears, Sandra. Thank you for letting me know how you feel. I'm trying my best with this villanelle form. Best wishes, Gershon

Heidi Sands July 3, 2019 at 5:53 PM Wow, another beautiful Villanelle. Your writing is really moving along. Well done! Very nice :) Gershon Wolf July 3, 2019 at 8:03 PM Thank you so much. I can feel how much you liked this one both in the lines you write and between them as well. This is so gratifying, as I really worked hard on this one. It's nice to be appreciated, as you know. Once again, thanks a million, Heidi. :) gw

Harry Horsman July 3, 2019 at 4:12 PM Love this form of poetry, and Gershon your poem, beautifully enhances it... Gershon Wolf July 3, 2019 at 5:13 PM Thank you for your kind words about this villanelle. Appreciate your support. Best wishes, Gerhon