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Depth of Passion's Kiss

I woke trembling on the threshold of dawn 
as dappled sunlight through my window shone 
Upon my primed canvas there had been drawn 
a masculine image with finely chiseled cheekbones

What virile fantasy had I born while in flight 
for my hand to have created such a dashing face 
In stippled darkness of my dream-filled night, 
a handsome fantasy did I dare fondly embrace 

His eyes stared in wonder; tantamount to my own 
No angle shielded me from their deep penetration 
I held my breath, then released a soft guttural moan
as his strong hand guided mine without hesitation

Warm colors defined muscular features I painted
His dark eyes were flecked with dustings of gold 
Flushed with desire, in a warm blush I was tainted 
when he  faintly whispered, "To have and to hold"

My palette was awash in shades of crimson.  Soiled
with streaks of scarlet were my hands and gown 
My brush strokes lingered on his full lips as I toiled
imagining passion's kiss, in whose depth I would drown 

I could not bear the thought of tearing myself away 
On and on I painted where his gentle hands led 
until finally wearied from hunger,  upon my bed I lay
Unsated was a craving within me, a desire to be fed

With eyes closed, I hoped to dream of him once more,
of this man who had completely captivated my heart 
Come, handsome stranger. Find me as you did before
I cannot endure life if we must live it in dreams apart
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Imtiaz Avatar
October 30, 2017 at 4:03 PM
SO beautiful , hot, rhyming words, sensous ................coherent and truly telling the words in your heart
Lane Avatar
November 21, 2017 at 11:32 AM
Thank you very much.
Inman Avatar
October 28, 2017 at 9:04 AM
Lin! Wow, this is hot and dreamy and very sensual. The rhymes are great and the read smooth yet stimulating. A great write.
Lane Avatar
October 30, 2017 at 9:36 AM
Thanks an awful lot for the compliments, James.
Wood Avatar
October 26, 2017 at 4:18 PM
I first read this off the POTD e-mail which didn't credit the author. I knew in an instant it was yours Lin! A great poem, certainly worthy of POTD honors.
Lane Avatar
October 26, 2017 at 4:21 PM
Well, I'm truly amazed that you knew it was mine, but at the same time delighted! Thank you for the wonderful compliments, Dean.
Hamilton Avatar
October 26, 2017 at 3:09 PM
Congrats Lin on POTD, this is a worthy write for sure!
Lane Avatar
October 26, 2017 at 4:20 PM
Thank you very much for the kind comment, John.
Smith Avatar
October 26, 2017 at 11:29 AM
Congrats Lin on the POTD : )
Lane Avatar
October 26, 2017 at 4:20 PM
Thanks every so much, Tim.
Marcum Wong Avatar
October 26, 2017 at 11:17 AM
OMG Lin! This poem really shines a light on your brilliant talent as a master poet! Congratulations on your well deserved POTD! This gem is going into my Faves! : )
Lane Avatar
October 26, 2017 at 4:20 PM
Thank you so very much for your kind words, Connie.
Allison Avatar
October 26, 2017 at 5:58 AM
woohooo a very worthy POTD Lin and now I have to go back to the poem to see the pic that accompanies POTD hee hee:-) hugs jan xx (sorry Lin the comment jumped onto Mo's previous POTD:-(
Lane Avatar
October 26, 2017 at 6:17 AM
Thanks, I know you really enjoy this painting ;-)
Andresen Avatar
October 26, 2017 at 4:01 AM
- Sorry, a little late Lin ... but, congratulations on your p.o.t.d. ! - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Lane Avatar
October 26, 2017 at 5:28 AM
Thank you.
Goudreau Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 7:43 PM
A most beautiful write. Magnificent descriptions and rhymes. Love the metric beat and the picture perfect imagery. This poem has so much life to it. Amazing!
Lane Avatar
October 26, 2017 at 5:27 AM
Thank you.
Michael Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 4:58 PM
Lovely Poem...Beautiful dream... Congratulations on your POTD...
Lane Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 6:48 PM
Many thanks to you, Arturo.
B. Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 3:08 PM
Congratulations on receiving POTD. :)
Lane Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 6:47 PM
Thanks a lot, Carol.
Mhangwa Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 1:51 PM
How beautiful. Congratulations on POTD!
Lane Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 2:01 PM
Thank you very kindly, Kudzal.
Lamoureux Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 12:25 PM
I can see why this one warrants congratulations. Outstanding writing!
Lane Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 2:01 PM
Your kind comments are very generous, Rick. Thanks ever so much.
Wanter Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 9:41 AM
Superlative! Superlative!!! Love it. Exquisite poetry; a fav. Congratulations!
Lane Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 2:00 PM
Thanks for such great kudos, Sunlite. I appreciate the kind thoughts.
Smith Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 8:10 AM
Back for a that a girl, congratulations for POTD honors Lin...
Lane Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 2:00 PM
It's always a pleasure to see you visiting, Charlie. Your thoughts always cheer me.
Pigeon Tart Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 6:55 AM
Lovely! Back with congratulations :) A lovely day to you Lin! xomo
Lane Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 1:59 PM
Thanks for returning, Mo. I appreciate the visit and lovely day wishes to you, as well.
Gondolf Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 6:15 AM
Lin, congrats on POTD, well deserved! John
Lane Avatar
October 26, 2017 at 5:27 AM
Thank you, John.
Barden Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 4:41 AM
Gorgeous, Lin, and congrats on POTD! I have fallen in love a number of times in my dreams - a couple of times to the point of marriage and even falling in love with the woman's family, yet I have never seen any of them again. Whenever the dream is coming to an end we promise each other that we will search until we find each other again, because we know it's a dream, but I'm always so sad, cuz I know I won't.
Lane Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 1:58 PM
It's not silly to dream in such depth that it leaves you with a feeling of emptiness when you wake, but it DOES show the intensity of your emotions. Thanks you for liking this one so well, Greg.
Barden Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 4:42 AM
Silly, I know, but when you're dreaming, the dream is as real as reality is now, and I've fallen so deeply in that other world. Congrats again, my friend. <3
Warrior Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 3:57 AM
Congrats my friend on POTD!!!...excellent passionate write...god bless...*WW*
Lane Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 1:57 PM
Thank you very much, WW.
Flats Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 6:03 PM
Triple wowsa! If I ate chocolate as rich as this PO I'd die from a bliss overdose after the first bite! ~ john
Lane Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 7:22 PM
Thanks so very much, John.
Smith Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 2:27 PM
Now that's my kind of dream...spectacular ...a fav
Lane Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 2:29 PM
I'm going to agree with you, completely, Tim. Thanks ever so much.
Allison Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 1:56 PM
PHWARRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! lIN THIS IS EXCEPTIONAL. Romance and passion in every line and I could live with that picture ( he reminds me of an actor but i can't think of his name) am adding this to my faves so i can enjoy it again and again and again!!!:-) hugs jan xx
Lane Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 2:10 PM
lol Jan. The intensity of his stare got to you too, didn't it? Thanks for the kudos and the fav. I'm with you on looking at that face for quite some time.
Smith Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 12:49 PM
Romantic old style Ms. Lin, wonderfully written...
Lane Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 2:08 PM
"Romantic old style" makes for the best love poems, don't they Charlie? Thanks so much for your sweet comments.
Gondolf Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 11:32 AM
Such a beautiful and passionate dream, Lin; unfortunately my dreams usually end up being about work... Great poem! John
Lane Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 2:07 PM
Perhaps a glass of wine before you retire will mellow your dreams, John. Thanks for the kind remarks. They're appreciated.
Pigeon Tart Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 8:45 AM
Beautiful pen Lin, an almost haunting tale. xomo :)
Lane Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 9:24 AM
Thanks, Mo. The countenance of his face would haunt me, in a good way.
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