Nette Onclaud Poet Light Verse

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John Lawless' Contest: Just Because 10/ 3/ 24 POTD

All Because

Welcome back, dear me
 let’s sip vintage wine and merry be 
awakening to  a radiant dusk exactly as is,
 caressed by sheer madness igniting
 a dance   a swing  with  a playful breeze 
and  to soak  in  evening’s tickled mist,
 as reaching out to others completely
 drains my core like an overused machine ;
my quality time lessened    slain by kindness... 

 Now, my days taste the cherry  of life
indulging in forsaken passions     leisures  denied…
Yes, it’s all because self-nourishment 
rings aloud:  buy that violet lipstick, 
paint the moon with enthralled eyes… throw a sinful dessert party  and  ride the carousel with complete abandon!

If Mom calls and neighbour Pam asks for extra help in her garden, I’ll wink gently—
Say no. For my heart is running empty,
It needs  to be fed with  jazz's tempo 
without the guilt trip. So, I’ll smile at my body
And leave all for a while, as real love begins 
with me, lifting this soul on the halo of fire--

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Duke Beaufort October 20, 2024 at 8:04 AM Nette, a very interesting write about what we might be thinking. The line, "Real love begins with me" says something thought provoking. We do have to take care of ourselves so we can enjoy all that we do. Not a bad thing when developing self. Smiles!!

thriveni c mysore October 11, 2024 at 9:59 PM congratulations on your win dear poet.

Gershon Wolf October 6, 2024 at 10:04 AM "All because" I'm late in congratulating you on your POTD, I have slapped myself 39 times with a wet noodle!! ... Way to go, Nette! Smiles, Gershon

Kim Rodrigues October 5, 2024 at 8:01 PM Love the start of your poem. At the end, you need to recharge. Sometimes we must say no. Congrats on POTD!

Brandy Nicole October 5, 2024 at 6:56 PM ' it’s all because self-nourishment rings aloud. ' Yes, and it's needed sometimes. Your thoughts are beautiful and sensual, all at the same time. So good reading your words again, Nette. Congratulations, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy

Sara Kendrick October 5, 2024 at 12:24 PM Way to go, Poet Nette, with this excellent POTD. Thanks for sharing this work with us. Sara K

Paula Goldsmith October 5, 2024 at 9:39 AM Congratulations on your POTD win. I enjoyed reading this wonderful write. Enjoy your day with your win.................

Joseph May October 5, 2024 at 7:18 AM "Sip vintage wine and paint the moon with enthralled eye", Congrats on POTD

Maria Williams October 5, 2024 at 6:48 AM Hi Nette, A wonderful poem of self-discovery, if you don't love yourself it's hard to share the love. On a plane trip they tell you, in an emergency give the oxygen to yourself first and then to the kids or someone, very true words, otherwise how can you help others if you are oxygen deprived? Another saying comes to mind, when you like something you see, such as a painting in the market and such like, and the impulse tells you then get it (your violet lipstick for instance), it may not be there next time. Bravo and Congrats on your POTD. Hugs Maria

Hilda Greenhough October 5, 2024 at 6:27 AM By taking a break from giving, you gave again with this poem. Thank you for the help in words. It is inspiring. A big congratulations on POTD.

Daniel Henry Rodgers October 5, 2024 at 5:41 AM Dear Nette, how could anyone not love your poem! I am back with a huge cheers! POTD! Standing Ovation! Autumn Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Regina Elliott October 5, 2024 at 3:15 AM Fantabulous POTD, Nette. A brilliant penning. Enjoy your special poetry day, congratulations!

Karen Jones October 5, 2024 at 2:40 AM Congratulations on your potd!

Len Gasun October 5, 2024 at 2:30 AM Everyline of your poem brings vibrance and great inspiration for every reader to give time for self-nurture. I love this a lot sis and a FAVE. I've already started this since last week and reading this will inspire me more this coming week. Thanks a lot for sharing and Big Congrats on your outstanding piece and for your well-deserved POTD! Hugs, hugs.Blessings always and your writings!

Unseeking Seeker October 5, 2024 at 1:59 AM Love begins with ourself, superbly penned verse, Nette, vibrant, joyful, so alive! Warmest congratulations on POTD

Eve Roper October 5, 2024 at 12:43 AM A lively poem, Nette, enjoyed reading. Congratulations on POTD my friend.

Tom Cunningham October 5, 2024 at 12:31 AM Congratulations to you Nette on today's POTD honour. Tom

Silent One October 4, 2024 at 12:08 PM Your poem is a joyful and empowering reflection on self-care, urging the reader to prioritize their own happiness and passions. It celebrates individuality, self-love, and the importance of setting boundaries to protect one's inner peace. It’s playful language and vivid imagery reinforce its uplifting message, leaving the reader with a sense of lightness and inspiration

Daniel Henry Rodgers October 4, 2024 at 7:10 AM Dear Nette, What a wild ride through self-rediscovery. I truly loved how you're ditching the people-pleasing for some well-deserved self-love. From violet lipstick to moonlit eyes, you've captured that "screw it" moment perfectly. Keep rocking that jazz tempo and nurturing your soul! Autumn Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Yann Rolland October 4, 2024 at 5:22 AM we need such poetry, there is some sensuality and humor, i think that way too, very well done poet

Hiya Sharma October 4, 2024 at 4:57 AM Wowwww, exactly what I needed to savour, poetically, today! What a spellbinding write this is, dear poetess.. I love how you've painted that moment of sudden awakening when we wish to begin nurturing ourselves and start doing things which we had marked as stars in our bucket list for so long. Life is too short and our souls need that love & care beyond anything else ~ "a dance a swing with a playful breeze and to soak in evening’s tickled mist", "buy that violet lipstick, paint the moon with enthralled eyes", "as real love begins with me, lifting this soul on the halo of fire" Ahh, I sense a truly genuine, soulful aroma in your words! This piece is stunning! Keep writing and shining, best of luck for the contest ~