Carolyn Devonshire Poet Couplet

Falling For the Beast

Playing cat and mouse were Beauty and the Beast
Right up to the moment the harvest moon ceased

To shine, that is, autumn winds ushered dark clouds
Even amber leaves were cloaked by misty shrouds

Alone on the terrace, Beast’s hand reached to her
Unfamiliar feelings in Beauty did stir

The masquerade party on All Hallows Eve
Beauty caught in his web, seeking no reprieve

Clouds now cast aside, moonbeams danced in the skies
Pulling his mask, Beauty unveiled Beast’s disguise

Seeing sensual eyes, her pulse rate increased
Conquered by longing for a man she’d called Beast



By Carolyn Devonshire for Michael’s “Falling in Love in the Fall contest
September 24, 2011

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Audrey Haick October 8, 2011 at 8:18 PM Congratulations on a deserving win, Carolyn! Beautiful, dreamy Rhyme. I can't get enough of this weather. Have a lovely weekend! Love, Annalise

Michael J. Falotico October 7, 2011 at 4:36 PM For a lady who doesnt have fall weather anymore you sure have written a piece that screams fall.... Beautiful write and many congrats to you...love Michael

T.A. Skyles-Theoklapoet October 7, 2011 at 4:35 PM Congrats to you Carolyn on this wonderful 3rd.place win.~LOL~Teresa

Debbie Guzzi October 7, 2011 at 1:01 PM Such a pleasant twist and a great wrap up ending too! Congrad's Light & Love

Carol Sunshine Brown October 7, 2011 at 7:57 AM Congratulations on your win in Michael's "Falling in Love in the Fall" contest Carolyn. Love, Carol

Charlotte Puddifoot October 7, 2011 at 6:31 AM congrats on your win in the contest carolyn, enjoyed reading this one, what an original take on the theme :-)

Don Johnson October 6, 2011 at 6:40 PM emotions they flutter, and lessons are learned, beware of the eyes of the beast, charmed by the snake, bird hesitates, so hypnotised, now it cant speak. so it's now up the creek:(

Joe Maverick October 6, 2011 at 5:53 PM Great to see the win here Carolyn, as you can see i found it..!

Cory Long October 6, 2011 at 3:39 PM congrats on your win.. with this awesome entry. free spirit

Barbara Gorelick October 6, 2011 at 1:14 PM You always come up with something original...congrats to my LNC on another big win. BG

Lee Ramage October 6, 2011 at 12:05 AM Very nice poem, I enjoyed it, funny but Beauty and the Beast is my favourite disney story. Well done. I'd also like to thank you so much for all your kind words to me, you are such a motivating person, and so kind. Take care Lee

Kyle Kriticos September 24, 2011 at 8:37 PM Once again carolyn, I'm happy I read your poems...that was intrigueing :)

Elizabeth Wesley September 24, 2011 at 8:32 PM Hi Carolyn. Great tale with that touch of mystery you portray so well. Luv Elizabeth

Joe Maverick September 24, 2011 at 4:47 PM Oh! and best wishes for the contest..

Joe Maverick September 24, 2011 at 4:45 PM Quite a good write Carolyn, much is displayed in this brief piece..

Deb Wilson September 24, 2011 at 3:58 PM wow! Quite a mesmerizing story! good luck Carolyn...love,Deb

Jack Horne September 24, 2011 at 2:09 PM Sweet and sensitive piece, my friend. And many congrats to you, of course : )

Kash Poet September 24, 2011 at 2:06 PM Beautiful poem Carolyn....love it.Best wishes.

Tony Lane September 24, 2011 at 2:02 PM "This is terrific," said a beast.