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Carpe Noctem

Up above the moon shines brightly; starlight touches earth so lightly; passions teasing impolitely. Midnight whispers, “Carpe noctem.” Blowing soft the summer breezes through her hair as nighttime pleases, and the moonlight softly teases. Voices urging, “Carpe noctem.” Standing close our bodies facing; hand in hand our fingers lacing; gentle touches, hearts are racing. Longings begging, “Carpe noctem.” Wonder where her thoughts are leading; do my eyes reveal my pleading? Will she, with her voice conceding, whisper softly, “Carpe noctem?” January 10, 2022 Carpe Noctem - Latin for "seize the night" Poem of the Week - January 16, 2022

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Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 6/16/2022 6:46:00 AM

John my dear friend, she undoubtedly heard your whisper, she knows you well and she does concede, for it is you and you alone that she ever wants to 'seize the night' with. Your soul is kind John as is your heart and although your begging and longing can be heard, hers is silent, but just as passionate. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer. jENNIFER.

John Gondolf
Date: 6/18/2022 5:04:00 AM

Thank you for this wonderful comment, Jenn, your thoughts make my heart flutter. Hugs, John

Beata Agustin

Date: 2/18/2022 12:13:00 AM

Wow! Congrats! Thanks for sharing this. God bless you.l

John Gondolf
Date: 2/18/2022 4:26:00 AM

Thank you so much, Beata, I appreciate it. John

Christuraj Alex

Date: 2/17/2022 7:28:00 PM

Beautiful lesson. Congratulations!

John Gondolf
Date: 2/18/2022 4:26:00 AM

Thanks, Christuraj, I appreciate it. John

Eric Cohen

Date: 2/17/2022 7:17:00 PM

Just outstanding. Best to you.

John Gondolf
Date: 2/18/2022 4:25:00 AM

Thanks, Eric, I appreciate it. John

Margarita Lillico

Date: 2/17/2022 2:44:00 PM

Johnny, you don't have to bother signing, its your style and imagery and sensuality that shines through :), thank you for participating. Cheers! M.

John Gondolf
Date: 2/18/2022 4:04:00 AM

Thank you for the sweet comments, Maggie, and thanks for hosting the contest. Hugs, Johnny :)

Melissa Ann Hardin

Date: 2/9/2022 3:20:00 PM

Beautiful

John Gondolf
Date: 2/9/2022 3:46:00 PM

Thank you so much, Melissa, I'm glad you enjoyed it. John

James Inman

Date: 2/5/2022 5:24:00 PM

Beautifully written John.

John Gondolf
Date: 2/6/2022 5:04:00 AM

Thanks, James, I appreciate it.

Jennifer Fenn

Date: 2/2/2022 6:28:00 PM

After hearing “carpe diem” so many times, it’s cool to hear the opposite “carpe noctem”. Beautiful, romantic poem.

John Gondolf
Date: 2/3/2022 3:44:00 AM

Thank you, Jennifer, I appreciate it. I’m glad you enjoyed it. John

Valerie Staton

Date: 1/29/2022 11:39:00 AM

Poem of the Week and noted on the Best 100 Poems list and deservingly so. I enjoyed reading Carpe Noctem. Great imagery.

John Gondolf
Date: 1/29/2022 1:51:00 PM

Thank you so much, Valerie, I appreciate your thoughts and comments. I'm glad you enjoyed reading my little scribble. John

Bigwin Slot

Date: 1/27/2022 5:09:00 PM

the top of the best new poems list and as POTW. Thanks Bigwin333

John Gondolf
Date: 1/27/2022 6:22:00 PM

Thanks, Bigwin, I appreciate it.

Robert Warlov

Date: 1/25/2022 7:53:00 AM

'cause love and song must ever soar.

John Gondolf
Date: 1/25/2022 8:07:00 AM

This is so true, Robert, thanks for sharing your thoughts. John

Anais Vionet

Date: 1/23/2022 8:39:00 AM

This is wonderful because there are some wonderful phrases but the rhyme flows so well it goes almost unnoticed. Did you know this is featured on the 100 best new poems - another bit of magic, Mr. Gondolf My latin is somewhat rusty.. doesn’t “Carpe Noctem” mean “grab the butt?” - if so, I think you have an excellent rap lyric here. =]

John Gondolf
Date: 1/23/2022 1:05:00 PM

Thank you for your kind comments and noticing it was on the best new poems list, Ms Vionet. You’re Latin IS a bit rusty, but you’re translation fits nicely. :) John

Joanna Daniel

Date: 1/22/2022 3:21:00 AM

This is really wonderful, John, congratulations on your POTW:) very melodious and well-deserving all its glory:) great rhyme scheme you have used:)

John Gondolf
Date: 1/22/2022 4:12:00 AM

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and comments, Jo, I appreciate it. I’m glad you enjoyed it. John

Andrew John

Date: 1/22/2022 1:27:00 AM

Great one, John.

John Gondolf
Date: 1/22/2022 4:10:00 AM

Thanks, Andrew, I’m glad you enjoyed it. John

Heidi Sands

Date: 1/21/2022 4:13:00 PM

This is beautiful John. Congratulations :)

John Gondolf
Date: 1/21/2022 6:00:00 PM

Thank you, Heidi.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/20/2022 4:27:00 PM

and it's POTW?? well, they chose well.

John Gondolf
Date: 1/21/2022 2:31:00 AM

Thank you!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/20/2022 4:26:00 PM

oh my gosh, this is FANTASTIC. one of best I've seen today. FAVE

John Gondolf
Date: 1/21/2022 2:30:00 AM

Thank you so much, Andrea, I’m glad you enjoyed it, and thanks for saving it as a favorite. John

John Watt

Date: 1/18/2022 10:54:00 AM

John, this is an outstanding write, and very worthy of its placement at the top of the best new poems list and as POTW. The triplet of rhymes with the recurring Carpe Noctem finish is a captivating form and your meter and flow are always so flawless and natural. A nice twist on the familiar Carpe Diem, and filled with a romantic and sensual vibe. You are such a gifted poet. Love it, and a fave for me ~ John

John Gondolf
Date: 1/19/2022 2:02:00 AM

Thanks so much for the wonderful comments, John, it means a lot coming from such a talented writer as yourself. I am humbled that you have included it in your favorites. John

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 1/18/2022 5:58:00 AM

Very beautiful - Congratulations on POTW. Romantic and dreamy - really enjoyed! BW ~ Mala

John Gondolf
Date: 1/18/2022 6:04:00 AM

Thank you so much, Mala, I'm glad you enjoyed it. John

John Lawless

Date: 1/18/2022 5:29:00 AM

The moon as a Latin matchmaker.....very interesting. Beautifully written and a great take on the contest them.

John Gondolf
Date: 1/18/2022 5:48:00 AM

Thanks so much, John I appreciate your comments. John

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 1/18/2022 3:39:00 AM

Wow John! Carpe noctem indeed it should be, as urged! Congrats on POTW

John Gondolf
Date: 1/18/2022 3:55:00 AM

Thanks so much, I appreciate it.

Gary Radice

Date: 1/18/2022 12:22:00 AM

Superb poetry John. Congratulations.

John Gondolf
Date: 1/18/2022 1:56:00 AM

Thanks, Gary, I appreciate it. John

Richard Palmer

Date: 1/17/2022 10:03:00 AM

Seize the night, what a steamy write, check out my Sweet, Sweeter and Sweetest Sensation, think you're gonna enjoy, I enjoyed this to the max

John Gondolf
Date: 1/17/2022 1:14:00 PM

Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Richard, I'm glad you enjoyed it. I found The Sweetest Sensation to be quite an explosion of passion. You might enjoy reading my Summer Sizzle some time. John

Brandy Nicole

Date: 1/16/2022 3:32:00 PM

As I have told you many times, my dear sweet friend- your words shine. Enjoy your moment in the spotlight. Congratulations John, on Poem of the Week. :) Hugs, Brandy

John Gondolf
Date: 1/16/2022 3:47:00 PM

Thank you again, Brandy, your support means so much, I appreciate you. Hugs, John

Constance La France

Date: 1/16/2022 2:24:00 PM

John, very nice and congratulations on the POEM OF THE WEEK honor ~ friendship and poetry _Constance

John Gondolf
Date: 1/16/2022 2:56:00 PM

Thank you so much, Constance, I appreciate it. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Hugs, John