John Hamilton Poet Free verse

Cherished Is the Night-20 Titles

Cherished is the night-20 titles

Cherished is the night,
Whenever I see you smile,
that's when I know
The reason God created love

You are my,
Portrait of love, and,
in my imagination, we are 
Dancing in the moonlight

And so it begins,
Love's sweet surrender...
When love takes hold

However, 
Within her eyes, there is,
An emptiness inside...
and she says, "You don't know me"

"why can't you understand that,
Some hearts can never be tamed"

I reply... I'm always right here

Now I'm,
All alone this evening,
and I see,
Beyond the solitude...
Just love remains.

but,
I can still hold you,
For the last time,
In my beautiful dream...

If only I could love you




For Richard Lamoureux contest 20 titles

July 24,2019


Titles used:

Cherished is the night-Son of Spock
Whenever I see you smile- Cay Cay Jennings
The reason God created love-Lu Loo
Portrait of love-Winged warrior
Dancing in the moonlight-Victor Buhagiar
And so it begins -Nette Onclaud
Love's sweet surrender- Alexis Y
When love takes hold-Emile Pinet
Within her eyes-Richard Lamoureux
An emptiness inside-Brandy Nicole
You don't know me-Charlie Smith
Some hearts can never be tamed-Silent One
I'm always right here-Laura Leiser
All alone this evening-Chris Green
Beyond the solitude-Sandra Adams
Just love remains-Greg Bardon
Can still hold you-James Inman
For the last time-Susan Ashley
In my beautiful dream-Andrea Dietrich
If only I could love you-Becca Teagan

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Beautiful Scars August 9, 2019 at 2:38 PM wow so glad I read this today, I apologize for not reading it sooner. You made 20 titles turn into a beautiful poem of adoration and love. You never cease to amaze me. Good job and congrats :)-luloo... ps, thank you also for using one of my titles. be blessed :)-luloo John Hamilton August 9, 2019 at 5:53 PM Thanks Laura glad you enjoyed it, I do appreciate your support.

Richard Lamoureux August 3, 2019 at 8:51 AM You however were the Maestro! John Hamilton August 3, 2019 at 12:39 PM Ok thanks Rick

Richard Lamoureux August 2, 2019 at 8:54 AM Thanks for entering my contest. Congrats on your second place win. One of the best John! John Hamilton August 2, 2019 at 11:08 AM Thanks Rick, I'm honored to have placed so high, it's really a collaborative effort...90percent others words!

Joseph May August 2, 2019 at 5:54 AM Dropping back with my Congrats on your win John.. John Hamilton August 2, 2019 at 8:49 AM Thanks Joseph, so nice of you to come by my way, always a pleasure!

Brandy Nicole August 1, 2019 at 10:38 PM Congratulations John, on this win. You have created a Masterpiece. ~ Brandy John Hamilton August 2, 2019 at 8:49 AM Wow...masterpiece, I am very pleased you like this one, thanks Brandy for your generous comment!

Charles Messina August 1, 2019 at 6:44 PM Great work John. Congrats on your 2nd place win. Regards...Charlie John Hamilton August 1, 2019 at 9:10 PM Thanks Charlie

Line Gauthier August 1, 2019 at 5:18 PM Congrats on your podium finish, John. Well done. John Hamilton August 1, 2019 at 9:10 PM Thanks Line

Kim Rodrigues August 1, 2019 at 3:30 PM Nice contrasts pulling on the heart! Congratulations, John! John Hamilton August 1, 2019 at 3:41 PM Thanks Kim

Janis Medders Tobechi August 1, 2019 at 2:45 PM Very well done John. Great choices and congratulations. John Hamilton August 1, 2019 at 3:30 PM Thanks Janice

Anne-Lise Andresen August 1, 2019 at 1:18 PM - What a wonderful writing, John :) - Congratulations on your 2nd place on the winning list :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) John Hamilton August 1, 2019 at 3:30 PM Thanks Anne-Lise

Sandra Adams August 1, 2019 at 11:59 AM Back to say Congratulations, i knew it would do rather well...hugs :) John Hamilton August 1, 2019 at 3:30 PM Thanks Sandy

Joseph May July 28, 2019 at 6:47 PM This one flows so nicely...Excellent poem using the titles John... John Hamilton July 28, 2019 at 8:11 PM Thanks Joseph nice of you to pass my way tonight!

James Inman July 28, 2019 at 2:36 PM This is touchingly beautiful John. Excellent write with a beautiful flow. John Hamilton July 28, 2019 at 2:40 PM Thanks James for your nice visit. Did you notice your title was used?

Nette Onclaud July 27, 2019 at 6:34 PM lovely sentiments, john...so awed by the flow of your piece.. and how nice of you to use my title!... huggs John Hamilton July 28, 2019 at 1:14 PM Your poem is a beauty, had to use it, thanks for the nice comment!

Silent One July 27, 2019 at 6:43 AM You did this so well John, honoured you used my title.. had to look up the poem, as had forgotten what it was about! John Hamilton July 27, 2019 at 7:50 AM The privilege is mine dear poet

Sandra Adams July 26, 2019 at 10:34 AM Wow this turned out beautiful John! I think it will do well in the contest! I am honored to see one of my titles in your poem :) hugs John Hamilton July 26, 2019 at 10:37 AM Thanks Sandy, yours is a special one, that's why I chose it!

Becca Teagan July 25, 2019 at 10:43 PM Wow, this turned out nice! I'm honored that one of my titles made it into your lovely poem. John Hamilton July 26, 2019 at 8:09 AM Thanks Becca, yours is one of my all time faves. Thanks for passing by my way!

Brandy Nicole July 25, 2019 at 10:30 PM When you are with someone and the emotions are strong- love is tugging deeply at the heart- yet, they don't feel the same way. It is very painful indeed. In these moments shared, but not shared. Your thoughts truly move me. You have placed these titles perfectly together my friend. ~ Brandy Brandy Nicole July 26, 2019 at 2:10 PM You are welcome John. So kind of you to place one of my titles in this poem of yours. I am humbled. ~ Brandy John Hamilton July 26, 2019 at 8:08 AM Thanks so much Brandy for your positive words, it certainly was a challenge, but I think it turned out pretty good!

CayCay Godwin July 25, 2019 at 6:52 PM You certainly did an admirable job. I read this more than once for you loaded it with layers of emotion that deserve discovery. It blows my wee mind that you were able to weave so much tangible feeling from 'fragments.' I think all who accomplished this task are already winners who should pat their own backs or let me! All the best in the contest and all else ... CayCay John Hamilton July 25, 2019 at 10:15 PM Thanks again Cay Cay for making the rounds on my page tonight, I was feeling a little down and you made my night with this thoughtful comment, thanks again. JD

Winged Warrior July 25, 2019 at 9:28 AM Honored to be part of your list Johnny boy...well crafted my friend...ready for a win...sending tissues lol...^WW^ :o) John Hamilton July 25, 2019 at 9:37 AM Great...hope you get more views. Thanks for the kind visit...pass the tissues please!

Susan Ashley July 24, 2019 at 5:51 PM The poignant power of your golden pen is on full display in your sadly beautiful poem, John. A passionate tapestry of titles woven together with your elegant artistry. I’m honored that you chose one of my titles for this expressive and deeply moving piece. Best wishes for a win and warmest wishes for you, my friend.. ~Susan Susan Ashley July 24, 2019 at 6:42 PM Oh! No I haven’t.. but I will check it out when I have a chance later. I’m sure it’s exceptional :)) John Hamilton July 24, 2019 at 6:04 PM Thank you for your wonderful words and kind visit. Btw did you see my slave to love song I think you will like it.

Jan Allison July 24, 2019 at 2:26 PM aww John I have a lump in my throat reading your poem, you wove the titles in so brilliantly, good luck in the contest:-) hugs Jan xx John Hamilton July 24, 2019 at 3:05 PM Thanks Jan, I appreciate the kind words and visit!