Dancing Gypsies of the Mists

Sisters of nature, gathered hand an hand, 
Finger tip to finger tip, as the goblets
Are filled high, and thus passed 
Amongst one another.
Nymphs of the evergreen wild, celebrating
The springs rebirth, listen to the drumming beat, 
Of seasonal change, it plays in perfect harmony,
With the earth's eternal motion.
Graceful steps of eloquence, lightly placed
To the rhythmic under tones, a seductive
Enchanted spell, weaved with gestures
Exotic mischief, by promises unspoken
Implied meaning.
Teasing virgins of sacred beauty's 
Renowned, unveiling each temptation
Hidden desire, yet it is nay unconquerable.
For these maiden's are the gypsies of
The mists, the untouchable, protected
By the Gods themselves.
Muses for inspiration, delicate spirits
Of pure joy, never knowing the heart
Aches of the mortal soul, regrets shadow
Lies beyond their realm, of this dance. 
Forbidden fruits of a lustful harvest,
 These the loveliest of pleasures maidens,
In a Grecian garden.
On the white topped peaks of the Gods, 
A blessings bouquet is lain to feast, in 
Honor such a magnificent vision to behold.
From above the deities toss golden bands,
To adorn these ladies wrists, and ankles,
A fitting tributes treasure to bestow, for
Such grace and elegance.
Hear the rustling winds blowing,
The echoing voices chanting,
Than feel do you not the silences
 Stillness.
They've gone again, into the thinness,
Of air from which they came, these ancient
Spiritual phantoms of the past.
Until the seasons call unto them once more,
Come it is time to dance, gypsies of the mists.

BY: CHERYL ANNA DUNN
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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July 11, 2014 at 6:19 AM
Outstanding imagination and imagery, Cherl!! I am truly in awe of the way you paint such beautiful pictures with your Penn!... Hugs.. Arlene
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March 3, 2014 at 7:45 PM
Dreamy, evocative poetry here. Enjoyed this greatly! Peace & Love Matthew Anish
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February 28, 2014 at 6:17 AM
- Gypsy dance we should all dance - a really wonderful poem, Cherl !! - truly a pleasure to read :) - Hope your weekend will be a little spring feeling. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
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February 25, 2014 at 8:22 PM
It is beautiful, the way you explain the dances of the gypsies. They do perform beautiful dances. Thanks for sharing.... Lucilla
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February 23, 2014 at 10:13 PM
i'll have my ears pierced tomorrow and buy one of those horse drawn caravans the Romany gypsies use . Another classic Cheri
Kiser Avatar
February 20, 2014 at 10:55 AM
Fabulous imagery; I can see this playing out.
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February 19, 2014 at 5:08 AM
You've created some great imagery; enjoyed reading this poem.
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