Darkness

There is no more I need to know
We're lost in the night;
Washed in the candle glow
Of shimmering light.
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In this moment longings flare
The time is now;
So much we have to share.
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Hear the night wind as it sings
It fans the fire;
Remove your things.
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The darkness dances and dips
The firelight flickers and falls
From your toes to your lips 
As shadows skim the walls.
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Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Ainsley Avatar
June 27, 2016 at 1:06 AM
I have danced with the auspicious shadows of tradition myself.I have been like you. Thank you!
A   Avatar
December 30, 2015 at 10:50 PM
LIZZY, I'd never close the year on poetry soup, without saying thank you to all the poets on my favorite list. Wishing you the best this coming year **2016** Happy New Year... Always & Forever ~LINDA~
Sietesantos Avatar
June 30, 2014 at 10:11 AM
Hi Elizabeth, i just stumbled on this gem! Wow I love the brilliant imagery which lights up your writing like a star! Wonderful!
O'Leary Avatar
May 23, 2013 at 7:51 AM
Your wonderful poem shimmers... Terry
Sefunmi Avatar
April 21, 2013 at 9:48 AM
Congrats on your win!
Jones Avatar
April 20, 2013 at 7:15 AM
Perfect says it all Elizabeth...congratulations
A   Avatar
April 19, 2013 at 9:37 PM
Hi Liz, Congratulations IN HONOR OF Andrea's favorite POEM contest. *Always & Forever' @->- LINDA -<-@
Roberts Avatar
April 19, 2013 at 8:46 PM
loved this from the first time I read it, not surprised at all that it's one of Andrea's favourites as well, beautiful
A  Avatar
April 19, 2013 at 8:31 PM
Elizabeth, a sweet win~*~SKAT
Hendricks Avatar
April 19, 2013 at 8:20 PM
Sensuous and sensual. I love the pacing and gentle flow of your poem, my friend. Congratulations on your well-deserved win in Andrea's "fave poem" contest. Well done, Elizabeth. I miss having you around :)
Gasun Avatar
April 19, 2013 at 8:14 PM
Many congrats my dear friend Elizabeth! This is indeed great and amazing ! Soo love it & so enjoyed. Thank you so much for sharing! Have a grace-filled day! Love and hugs, Leonora
Babcock Avatar
April 17, 2013 at 10:44 AM
A nice sensual read Lizzie. Wonderful poem. love phyl
May Avatar
March 10, 2013 at 12:14 PM
nicely penned Elizabeth...Joseph
Duncan Avatar
February 21, 2013 at 11:16 PM
Awesome write Elizabeth ;}
Bordner Avatar
February 20, 2013 at 1:42 PM
That last stanza is so riveting Lizzie, so transient - I love the anxious urgency and desire in this composition my friend - great cadance too! - the spirit aspect is not lost on me either -J.A.B. %
Ryerson Avatar
February 15, 2013 at 7:14 AM
I just had to come back and take a second look at this gem...my oh my, can't seem to get enough of it- Tim
Carrillo Avatar
February 14, 2013 at 8:43 PM
Another great poem that I enjoyed reading. Thanks for sharing. Lucilla
Marcum Wong Avatar
February 12, 2013 at 11:26 PM
Lizzie, a sensual delight to read. You never disappoint. Lovely as always.
Susan Avatar
February 7, 2013 at 8:21 AM
nice imagery - you paint a romantic scene :)
Babcock Avatar
January 31, 2013 at 10:15 AM
Nice sensual write on this poem. soup mail. love phyl
Breidenthal Avatar
January 30, 2013 at 6:49 PM
Your poetry always gets right under the skin. Beautiful verse! Can't wait to read more. :) Always, Laura
Horne Avatar
January 30, 2013 at 12:38 PM
love this beautiful sensual write, my friend
Peranteau Avatar
January 24, 2013 at 8:43 AM
This write dear poet does cause the reader to anticipate with excitement, the inevitable.....gasp ! Tantalizing write my dear poetic friend ! A definite pleasure to read you this sunny day ! Have a wonderful week Elizabeth ! Much love, james
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January 23, 2013 at 10:55 AM
Just a hit to wake again in life, nicely done. Thanks for your earlier comment. Sorry for late. Loved always my friend, bl
Roberts Avatar
January 19, 2013 at 8:42 PM
sweetly sensual, another wonderful gift from your quill
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