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For Those Who Love

Enchanted was I with a cloying scent...
whiffs of wild magnolia
mingled with the woodsy tang
of lemon verbena perfuming the air
Like Samson's strength, the sun's threads of gold
were clipped by silver shears 
of an ascending pearlescent moon
                How sweet the bloom of love ~

We slowly walked around the lake
By the zenith of eventide
serenaded by a cicada symphony
in rhythmic allegro thrum...
In the distance, the howling of a feral creature 
crying with need of a mate
                 How wild the passion of love ~

She tensed at his wailing call 
soothed with murmurs and kisses
Her heartbeat in sync with my own...
tympani drums keeping time 
like the pendulum of a metronome
               How musical the lyrics of love ~

Her eyes met mine...
mirroring myriads of sparkling stars
gleaming as bright as a prismed diamond
I would pledge my troth tonight...
Here, beneath a celestial bower  
                 How heavenly the gift of love ~  

A tendril of long wavy hair
blew across her cheek 
I crimped it around my finger
then released a raven curl 
My lips whispered softly...
I bent to her like a willow to the shore
                      How eager the need of love ~

When I knelt
she trembled at my intent...
Bodies clinging, we swam fathoms deep
surrendering to each other as eternal lovers
passionately torrid...  reverently tender
                     How plumb the depth of love ~

Copyright © Lin Lane | Year Posted 2024

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Kim Rodrigues Date: 11/13/2024 9:02:00 AM Such a lovely and sweet write! The imagery draws us in. First 4 lines begin the thrill! Hugs ~ Kim Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 11/13/2024 9:42:00 AM In novel writing, it's called a 'hook.' I suppose it's the same hope in a poem. Thanks again for always being so supportive.

Michael Tor Date: 11/10/2024 12:35:00 AM Lin you take love and desire to another level. Your Free Verse captivates the readers heart and makes it yearn for more of your words. It creates emotions within and advents in once's life that bring about excitement and satisfaction in intimacy. As I take a deep breath and thank you for my cardio workout in reading this magnificent free verse. Hugs Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 11/11/2024 1:47:00 AM Thank you for your kind review, Michael. I'm happy to have given your ticker a little exercise, always grateful for your poetic encouragement.

Deb M Date: 11/9/2024 12:41:00 PM Queen of Romance strikes again!! Romance is your forte my dear sister....you do it beautifully!! Debx Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 11/11/2024 1:45:00 AM hmmm, I'm not sure I'll ever be queen of anything except my home. lol Thanks for your sweet thoughts, Sister Deb.

Beryl Edmonds Date: 11/9/2024 9:10:00 AM Beautiful romantic poetry Lin, the last line of each verse read together are awesome too… Beryl Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 11/9/2024 9:30:00 AM I read the last lines as you did, Beryl. You're right... they do sound good standing alone. Thanks so very much.

Joanna Daniel Date: 11/9/2024 9:08:00 AM Wow, Lin:) a great poem, going to my favourites:) Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 11/9/2024 9:29:00 AM Hi Joanna and thank you for your kind remarks and the fave. Hugs.

Tom Cunningham Date: 11/9/2024 8:54:00 AM Love always a great inspiration for poets and artists alike, you were well inspired Lin. This one oozes with romance and passion. Tom Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 11/9/2024 9:28:00 AM Thanks! I'm not sure what has inspired them, Tom but there they are. Past loves perhaps. I was drawn to the abstract artwork I found after writing this one. I think I may try my hand at painting something similar. I'm teaching myself to use watercolors, but not for this one. Bold, vibrant colors... maybe even oils.

Susan Ashley Date: 11/9/2024 8:30:00 AM Dear Lin, inspiring poetess, how enchanting your passionate free verse of love! It's been a while since since my heart and imagination have been enraptured by your captivating poetry. This romantic piece is breathtaking in its sensory and emotional imagery. I especially loved "In the distance, the howling of a feral creature/crying with need of a mate/How wild the passion of love ~" - giving their love and your poem a vibrant primal feel. Sumptuous! Warmest wishes my friend.. ~Susan Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 11/9/2024 9:25:00 AM Hello, sweet friend. If these lines have put a spark back into your heart, I'm delighted to have posted them today. I always appreciate knowing which of my lines/verses finds it's way into the emotions of another poet. And when it's you, I know I hit the mark of what I was trying to express. Love is often primal, and all the other qualities I've used... there are so many more. Thank you for your ever gracious comments, Susan.