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Equations of Love

The party was great.
Wine flowed freely.
I was proud for my award,
A professor of Literature,
Even though I was young,
Tall and handsome, an attraction to most.

Suddenly Rita, a friend, grabbed me by my arm,
And smiling said: “Isn’t mathematical disciplines
Great tools for differential equations.”

I stared at her, thinking of insanity.
Who cares for mathematical equations?

But she insisted that differential geometry
And those of topology were important.

“Sweetheart,” I retorted.  “John Donne would do better.”
She did not think so, as she grabbed me by my arm
And led me to the samples of fine wine.
“A pseudo holo morphic curve is so smooth,
I’m sure you’ll agree.”  My nerves were now frayed.

I led her out into the garden towards the gazebo
And gave her my best sample of a French kiss.
She did not desist. It was fun.
Perhaps there was something worthwhile
Thinking on geometric equations.
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George Avatar
December 31, 2021 at 8:00 PM
A sudden act of romance at an unexpected moment, quelling the frayed nerves of both. Sometimes a kiss has such magic. Beautifully expressed Victor !
Roper Avatar
August 29, 2021 at 11:03 AM
Lovely write :)
Edmonds  Avatar
August 29, 2021 at 8:59 AM
Great equations Victor, ending with a french kiss, what bliss… Hugs, Belle
Daniel Avatar
August 28, 2021 at 1:14 AM
That's great romance, Victor, equations or not, they sure shared sizzling chemistry:)
Jayasankar Avatar
August 26, 2021 at 7:11 PM
Beautiful romantic story Victor. Enjoyed reading...Is it for a contest? ... God bless... ~ Ani
Buhagiar Avatar
August 26, 2021 at 9:32 PM
No, sorry.
Y. Avatar
August 26, 2021 at 11:21 AM
Hi Victor, I enjoyed the romantic dialogue and banter between the two characters. Well done. I enjoyed the read:-) Alexis
Buehler Avatar
August 26, 2021 at 11:20 AM
I love the outcome of this romantic caper. Nicely penned, Victor. :)
Andresen Avatar
August 26, 2021 at 10:09 AM
- A wonderful romantic poem, Victor :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Poet Avatar
August 26, 2021 at 6:28 AM
Lovely Poem, Victor, regardless of whether it's in the form of math, literature, or anything else, love is always something wonderful to experience. I ended up with a smile on my face after reading your poetry. Thanks for the smile, my dear friend.
Pandit Avatar
August 26, 2021 at 6:01 AM
Love comes in many forms--mathematics, literature, it really doesn't matter. Your poem left me with a smile, Victor.
Rodrigues Avatar
August 26, 2021 at 3:54 AM
So cute! Love talk between professors! xx
Cunningham Avatar
August 26, 2021 at 1:59 AM
Not the time to be thinking of equations lol. Im with Delice. Tom
Skelly Avatar
August 26, 2021 at 1:17 AM
You have set me thinking of John Donne and his Flea. Think I prefer a French kiss in a gazebo lol...Delice
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