Esmeralda

her smile
her youth
her grace

‘Esmeralda’

the mere mention of her name
causes envy with its charm
conjures sweet idyllic musings

free as a butterfly
enchanting and hypnotic
exquisite in every way
the dancing gypsy

‘Esmeralda’
         


AP: Honorable Mention 2021

Submitted on May 8, 2020 for contest BRIAN'S CHOICE 7 sponsored by BRIAN STRAND  -  RANKED 3RD
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Michael Avatar
July 23, 2019 at 8:47 AM
A beautiful name...Well done
Gauthier Avatar
July 23, 2019 at 3:55 PM
Indeed. Thanks, Arturo.
Mcguire Avatar
July 22, 2019 at 7:43 PM
That name is a story in itself Great Poem
Gauthier Avatar
July 22, 2019 at 9:21 PM
Thanks, Timothy. Yes, a most enchanting name.
Kiser Avatar
July 22, 2019 at 9:30 AM
Let the dancing begin! I can hear the music as I read this.
Gauthier Avatar
July 22, 2019 at 10:35 AM
Thanks for your lovely visit and comment, ML.
Romios Avatar
July 21, 2019 at 6:04 PM
Gypsies~ I always think of them as charming as your poem. Panagiota
Gauthier Avatar
July 21, 2019 at 6:26 PM
Yes, I too much prefer the romantic ideal.
Ashley Avatar
July 21, 2019 at 4:06 PM
Your imagery conjures such a lovely and sensual vision, Line. Just beautiful! Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan
Gauthier Avatar
July 21, 2019 at 5:26 PM
Thank you so much, Susan. Most appreciated.
Krutsinger Avatar
July 21, 2019 at 7:07 AM
Esmeralda is the perfect name for a gypsy; oddly every time I hear it I immediately think "gypsy". Loved the title, the name and the poem.
Gauthier Avatar
July 21, 2019 at 7:20 AM
It's no wonder - She is the love interest in Victor Hugo's unforgettable The Hunchback of Notre Dame.
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