Beauty's Door

I'm inspired to open beauty's door
To step outside and let my mind explore,
To feel refreshing rain from skies above 
To internalize nature's gifts of love.

Your poetry is what inspires so...
Such imagery that sets my heart aglow.
You capture life and love within your rhyme 
In music of your words that's so sublime.

Enchantment swells from my impassioned heart 
From glory that your wondrous words impart.
The depth of passion with coherent bliss 
Lingers in my mind as a cherished kiss.

I long to be enfolded by your charms
With dreams of being held within your arms,
As your desires seem so real to me....
Yet, sure I know those dreams be poetry.

11-15-18

~First Place~
LATE NOVEMBER ,ANY FORM,ANY THEME,UPTO A MAX OF 20 lines
Contest Judged:  11/18/2018 12:08:00 AM
Sponsored by: Brian Strand 

*Dedicated to all romantic Poetry Soup poets
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Proxenos Avatar
December 22, 2018 at 11:45 AM
Hi Connie, You are truly blessed - your poetic rhyming, phrases, and determined writing skills, are a sight to behold! Well done Connie, spill ink my friend! A Happy Christmas to you and yours. Jennifer.
Raven Avatar
December 21, 2018 at 6:12 PM
Hi Connie, another wonderful write from your golden pen. Such poetic grace in this tribute to your poet friends Connie. I love the content, as you open your heart Connie.May your words ever touch the heart and soul of those who read them. Always an honour and a pleasure to read. Have a wonderful Saturday. Hugs....Mike. XX
Carber Avatar
November 20, 2018 at 9:23 AM
Lovely Connie, lovely-- with a great closing line!
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 20, 2018 at 7:09 PM
Thank you L.J. I spend too much time here reading when my house is calling to be cared for. A poet's plight! : )
Onclaud Avatar
November 19, 2018 at 3:19 PM
beautifully crafted straight from the heart, dear connie...i feel that i'm part of you and that is soo good!...sweetest congrats and huggs
Marcum Wong Avatar
December 13, 2018 at 2:42 PM
Thank you very much Nette. You certainly are, and your poetry always inspires me to become a better poet. I appreciate your lovely comment. Happy Holidays! ; ) xxoo
Haight Avatar
November 19, 2018 at 2:44 PM
Such a lovely, beautifully written tribute to your poet friends here, Connie! Your uplifting, sentiments warm my heart. Congrats on your fine placement, and I will cherish your poem as a Fave! Hugs, Sandra
Marcum Wong Avatar
December 13, 2018 at 2:45 PM
Oh thank you so much for your sweet comment Sandra, and for the fave. It means a lot to me. Happy holidays. : ) xxoo
La France Avatar
November 19, 2018 at 2:34 PM
Connie, oh this is lovely and I felt you your writing just to me, it was so intimate and wonderful, well done ~
Marcum Wong Avatar
December 13, 2018 at 3:02 PM
I so appreciate your lovely comment Constance. I had you among others in mind when writing this. Thank you so much. Happy holidays my friend. xxoo ; )
Byrne Avatar
November 18, 2018 at 6:40 PM
I see your still going strong, well said :)
Marcum Wong Avatar
December 13, 2018 at 3:03 PM
Thank you very much David. Happy holidays my friend!
One Avatar
November 18, 2018 at 1:57 PM
Beautiful and wonderful dedication.. love the title and each line has so much impact... Where would we be without the love bards...
Marcum Wong Avatar
December 13, 2018 at 3:05 PM
I so agree Silent. Thank you very much my friend. : ) xxoo
Ibeh Avatar
November 18, 2018 at 11:00 AM
I loved this. A delightful read, Connie!:-) Congratulations on your win!
Marcum Wong Avatar
December 13, 2018 at 3:06 PM
Thank you very much Edward. Happy holidays! : )
Kiser Avatar
November 17, 2018 at 11:06 PM
A very smoothly flowing and passionate poem; wonderful imagery here.
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 18, 2018 at 1:17 AM
Thank you very much M.L. I appreciate your visit. : )
Devonshire Avatar
November 17, 2018 at 3:35 PM
A fave for me too, Connie. Each poet seems to have their own "melody" and yours is so lovely. Being outdoors often inspires me to write, so I can understand the sentiments in your first verse. What a wonderfully upbeat poem! You had me smiling all the way through. Wanted to stop by one more time to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving! Love, Carolyn
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 17, 2018 at 10:57 PM
Everyone here inspires me Carolyn. We have such diversity of thought from around the globe. I appreciate your lovely comment and your fave my friend. Thank you! xxoo ; )
Duet Avatar
November 17, 2018 at 3:31 PM
Sweet and romantic! Love it, Connie. FAVED
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 17, 2018 at 10:51 PM
Thank you so much Carole. I so appreciate the fave! : ) xxoo
Way Avatar
November 17, 2018 at 8:56 AM
Thank you Connie for sharing your beautiful poetry with us. Charlie
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 17, 2018 at 12:27 PM
It is my great pleasure Charlie. Thank YOU for your lovely comment! : )
Michaels Avatar
November 17, 2018 at 6:53 AM
Such a warm and emotive piece, Connie!! Love the rhythm and flow, too! It's sentiment like this that makes Poetry Soup such a great place to share! Kind regards, John.
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 17, 2018 at 12:28 PM
What a lovely gift your comment is for me John. Thank you so much! xxoo : )
Godwin Avatar
November 17, 2018 at 1:18 AM
I am struggling to find words adequate enough for my reactionS; this is so sweet, so Connie and so beautiful. I am touched and I know every other reader will also feel warmth flowing from a sincere heart thru these words. Beautiful couplets! Should be poem of the year. I feel as if I were just hugged in the best possible way, and so happy that it was from my friend.
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 17, 2018 at 12:26 PM
CayCay, your comments always brighten my day, but this beautiful comment has me walking on air! I am so happy you were moved by this poem as you are one of the romantic poets I had in mind when writing this poem. Thank you and many blessings my dear friend. xxoo
Warrior Avatar
November 16, 2018 at 9:07 PM
When we open doors...we see a beautiful poetess writing her poetry...excellent verse and dedication my lovely friend...love & light...^WW^
Warrior Avatar
November 16, 2018 at 9:08 PM
...and a fav! too...^WW^
Andresen Avatar
November 16, 2018 at 2:28 AM
- A wonderful poem, Connie :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
J.T. Avatar
November 15, 2018 at 9:44 PM
Nice job -JT
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 16, 2018 at 12:00 AM
Thank you J.T. : )
Krutsinger Avatar
November 15, 2018 at 9:22 PM
Dear Connie, This is beautiful, and sweet, and wonderful, and reflects the glorious poet who wrote it. All the best to you, even if I hardly ever feel romantic, so cannot claim even a bit of this beauty.
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 15, 2018 at 11:30 PM
What a lovely comment Caren. You are a dear and such a great unique talent here. Thank you my friend! Blessings, Connie xxoo ; )
Dietrich Avatar
November 15, 2018 at 8:02 PM
ahhh what a beautiful tribute. Poets are the romantics!! Hoping to catch up with over 20 of them tonight but who knows??
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 15, 2018 at 11:36 PM
Thank you Andrea. It is hard to keep up with your many posts. I give you great admiration and credit on your ability to enter and suppirt so many contests. xxoo : )
Pandit Avatar
November 15, 2018 at 5:35 PM
You opened the beauty's door and let everyone in, Connie. Very positive, reflective tribute to poets..an excellent write of romantic expression. This comment is dedicated to your charming contribution on this site.
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 15, 2018 at 11:32 PM
Awww thank you Vijay. I am a big fan of your poetry my friend. I appreciate your lovely comment! : ) xxoo
Horsman Avatar
November 15, 2018 at 5:05 PM
Beautiful and inspiring poetry, Connie, the poem, is a gem, and the dedication, oozes positivity, as i seem to write mainly dark side of life, i feel guilty somewhat...but to read this, i'll sharpen my pen and try a sonnet or two...
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 15, 2018 at 5:19 PM
I would love to read a sonnet or two from you Harry. I know you have the romance in you. Thank you for such a sweet comment my friend! : ) xxoo
Bauer Avatar
November 15, 2018 at 4:50 PM
beautiful, connie! how great that you've dedicated it to those romantic soupers among us...
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 15, 2018 at 5:20 PM
That includes you too dear lady. You could make the flowers blush if you have a mind to. Thank you Ilene. xxoo ; )
Ball Avatar
November 15, 2018 at 4:24 PM
This is beautiful Connie. So soft and warm. A true compliment to all poets. You included. Great stuff Love it. God Bless, JB
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 15, 2018 at 5:26 PM
Oh thank you Judy. I haven't been around to comment much past two weeks. My granddaughters were here and my attention to them has to come before poetry. I appreciate your lovely comment! : ) xxoo
Green Avatar
November 15, 2018 at 2:42 PM
I loved this romantic and beautiful poem. There is happiness flowing through each line it seems to me and as always, your words, your thoughts and your heart shine in everything you write. Absolutely beautiful Connie.
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 15, 2018 at 2:57 PM
Your poetry is definitely one I had in mind when writing this Chris. I adored your beautiful comment which inspires me to keep writing. Thank you very much my friend. xxoo : )
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