Fleeting Inspiration

Clad in flowing purple
Like a full-bodied
Cabernet Sauvignon
She vanishes into the 
Shadows of the night
While I stand alone, 
Dreamily savouring 
The lingering aftertaste
Of her aromatic kiss. 

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© September, 2018
    Inspired by RS
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Raven Avatar
October 20, 2018 at 3:21 PM
Hi Paul, this is such a wonderful, creative write from your pen. The words excite the imagination. The images flow so easily within the mind. Your creativity shines in this excellent write Paul. This is a fave. Have a wonderful weekend. your friend always....Mike.
Callus Avatar
October 20, 2018 at 4:11 PM
Today we've had several pleasant poetic exchanges, my friend:) Thank you for the interest, support and encouragement...and the fav! Enjoy the weekend, Mike. // paul
Proxenos Avatar
October 11, 2018 at 12:55 AM
Hi Paul, A seductive poem and a great write. Regards, Jennifer.
Callus Avatar
October 11, 2018 at 9:35 AM
Thank you, Jennifer; glad you enjoyed! Regards // paul
Makama Avatar
September 27, 2018 at 12:57 PM
Beautifully crafted. Well done. I truly enjoyed this.
Callus Avatar
September 27, 2018 at 4:07 PM
Thank you, Funom; pleased to see you back in action. Regards // paul
Ashley Avatar
September 23, 2018 at 4:56 PM
It seems like you enjoyed your favorite ravishing red with the beauty of your passionate pen, my dear friend... I savor the dreamy moments with you, Paul. A nuanced and lovely write with a perfect title as well. Warmest wishes and hugs always.. ~Susan
Callus Avatar
September 24, 2018 at 11:41 AM
Thank you for sharing these dreamy moments with me, Susan...perhaps I ought to open and share with you a bottle of red Cabernet Sauvignon:) Cheers...hugs and warm regards, my friend. // paul
Salehi Avatar
September 22, 2018 at 9:18 PM
Excellent. Well penned...
Callus Avatar
September 23, 2018 at 4:59 AM
Thank you, Pashang. Best regards // paul
Wigley Avatar
September 22, 2018 at 1:28 AM
Rich and sensuous, Paul, Maltese nights are a fine inspiration. Excellent little write. Regards, Viv
Callus Avatar
September 22, 2018 at 6:52 AM
Thank you, Viv. Could be hard to sleep in hot Maltese nights, so why not take the opportunity to put pen to paper! Regards // paul
Warrior Avatar
September 21, 2018 at 11:48 AM
Awesome write my friend...love & light...^WW^
Callus Avatar
September 21, 2018 at 4:35 PM
Thank you, WW. Best regards to you, my friend. // paul
Duet Avatar
September 20, 2018 at 6:32 PM
Oh sooo romantic, Paul. Love this. FAVED
Singh Avatar
September 19, 2018 at 10:27 PM
What the romantic mind felt when she left? The answer makes the poem more beautiful.
Callus Avatar
September 20, 2018 at 9:51 AM
Thank you for commenting, Akham. All feedback is appreciated. Regards // paul
Cunningham Avatar
September 19, 2018 at 2:33 AM
A lovely romantic image you have created Paul. Tom
Callus Avatar
September 19, 2018 at 1:13 PM
Glad you like it, Tom...thank you. Regards // paul
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September 19, 2018 at 1:00 AM
Unreachable beauty with a "lingering" beautiful work of art! Like waking in the morn with a heart full with the bliss of a wonderful dream! Inspiringly amazing Paul. A joy to read. Best regards. Be blessed always.
Callus Avatar
September 19, 2018 at 12:46 PM
Your beautiful comments are always cherished by me, dear Besma! Thank you! I hope that going back to work will not deprive us of your most pleasant company. Blessings // paul
Gauthier Avatar
September 18, 2018 at 7:34 PM
A beauty, Paul. Thanks for my newest FAVE.
Callus Avatar
September 19, 2018 at 12:21 PM
That is very kind of you, Line; both the compliment and fave are appreciated. Regards // paul
Pandit Avatar
September 18, 2018 at 6:13 PM
Very romantic indeed, Paul! The best kind of aftertaste in your depiction.
Callus Avatar
September 19, 2018 at 12:20 PM
Thank you, Vijay. Best regards // paul
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 18, 2018 at 5:49 PM
I love this romantic scene you have created Paul. I can almost visualize her dress. : )
Callus Avatar
September 19, 2018 at 12:10 PM
Glad you enjoyed it, Connie...ladies go for the dresses...I go for the wine:) Regards // paul
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September 18, 2018 at 5:43 PM
wow, paul...rich flavor of romance is just a few words... lovely!...huggs
Callus Avatar
September 19, 2018 at 12:06 PM
Thank you, Nette. You just beat Connie to the comments board:) Hugs // paul
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