Cabernet and Dragonflies

cabernet and dragonflies -
   red and green fireworks
      flitting about tall trunks;
   the woods is dark. patio lit
with tea lights, amber and ebony.
pink-crèpe jellyfish, in uttermost twilight,
   suspended from jumbo umbrella. 
breadsticks, like twigs, snap; several
   copious charcuteries.
flickering fate, speed of light
   of wedding tale, ancestry
      of one hundred years
will sail by in a nod,
but this eve is once upon a time,
merely the engagement.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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G. Wolf Avatar
April 22, 2024 at 7:19 AM
I like it very much, touching. /Max/
Rodrigues Avatar
April 22, 2024 at 11:37 AM
Thank you, Max! Glad you liked this one!
Hind Avatar
April 16, 2024 at 9:51 PM
I can picture the couple coming into old age through this poem- "a hundred years"- love that, Kim.
Rodrigues Avatar
April 17, 2024 at 4:38 AM
Thank you, Paige! Time goes by so quickly. Still each moment is to be cherished :) Have a happy day, Paige!
Mo Avatar
April 15, 2024 at 11:01 PM
Dear Kim, your poem paints a vivid picture of a serene setting. If that's a cabin it must be cozy. Nicely writ!
Rodrigues Avatar
April 16, 2024 at 4:11 AM
Thank you, Marugu!
Pandit Avatar
April 15, 2024 at 2:05 PM
Wonderful imagery, my friend. You took us there through your words to the special eve. A splendid write, Kim.
Rodrigues Avatar
April 16, 2024 at 4:12 AM
Thank you, dear Vijay! :)
Buhagiar Avatar
April 15, 2024 at 2:03 AM
Your free verse is magnificent. Great ideas. Hugs
Rodrigues Avatar
April 15, 2024 at 6:17 AM
Thank you, my friend! Hugs ~ Kim
Romios Avatar
April 14, 2024 at 9:40 PM
A Fav, impossible not to do so. Am no fan of free verse but this is stunning in all aspects, truly… You should spread you name and talents beyond PS! And consider publications... You have more than enough talent to do so. Pangie xx
Rodrigues Avatar
April 15, 2024 at 6:18 AM
I appreciate that so very much, Pangie! xx
Poet Avatar
April 14, 2024 at 4:59 PM
A beautifully crafted poem capturing the ephemeral beauty of a moment centered on a setting in a shadowy forest, complete with a feast, jellyfish decorations, tea lights, dragonflies, and cabernet wine. Thanks for your visit to my page
Rodrigues Avatar
April 14, 2024 at 9:05 PM
So glad you liked this one, dear one! :)
Fisher Avatar
April 14, 2024 at 4:49 PM
Love your blend of so many things and subjects that pair well together in your poem.
Rodrigues Avatar
April 14, 2024 at 9:05 PM
Glad you enjoyed the pairings! Hugs ~ Kim
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