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Forbidden Fruit

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Written: January 19, 2024 ______________________________________ Love swells as a glossy plum Love is a heavenly amethyst duet Lambent love, a luscious lake of lulls, Love is the genesis of all creation sequined, fulcrum fern, of our symbiotic existence Love is an alchemy  of cosmic serenades, a strange spin sway as a heart craves blood even falling from a cliff or drowning in a precipice with love is delicious It's vibrant-hued, bashful, nurturing, as passion fruit It's addiction—intoxication  uproots and shakes our roots, It burns akin to embers and molds you into a poet you gladly and willingly bow  to its magical might.   Flames are blazing; let the incense flow! after resins hiss and vanishes we cling to clouds, where vapors fall and merge whilst intense wish and lovely yearning mingle to light up the candles! let slopes shine! as hallowed naves, smells linger, silently, we divine hand in hand many melodies combine waves there is no soft breath! in choruses such as this pure down ruins harmonies, curls created by art and deceit cast extra seeds into a brazier amidst the silver flood, senses may be able to discern lovely, clever, drained woman. Tent sky sapphire satin tracks with gold moon and star icons and set on an edge socket topaz and malachite jars nickel ball on a triple string light dims our vibrant traits, not to forget myrtle sprays! drought will bestow prophecy we listen on plaited hair mats. before hospodar—known gestures, I'm starting to grasp magic of my early days as king. 1st place contest winner

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Date: 1/22/2024 6:16:00 PM
Dear Lasaad, the magic of your rich imageries and creative metaphors transforms the blank page to a poetic paradise for one's imagination and contemplation. Indeed, love can be lush and luscious as "a glossy plum" or "vibrant-hued, bashful,/nurturing, as passion fruit". "Flames are blazing; let the incense flow!" - how passionate! Exquisite and sumptuous verse, my friend. Congratulations for your excellent win in Brian's contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
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Date: 1/22/2024 6:59:00 AM
Back to congratulate you on your win in brians contest. Well done. Well deserved. Always a pleasure seeing you in winners list
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Date: 1/22/2024 4:35:00 AM
Congratulations on your winning work in Brian's contest. Way to go. Sara K
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Date: 1/21/2024 2:20:00 AM
"Lambent love, a luscious lake of lulls, Love is the genesis of all creation sequined, fulcrum fern, of our symbiotic existence". Every line here is worth quoting. I have just picked up a few lines. What an extensive exploration into the magic kingdom of love. Dear Lasaad, this poem stands out though most of your poems belong to top quality ones. You are so gifted. Sorry, I am passing through a tight phase of life, so don't have much time to spend here !
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Date: 1/20/2024 7:08:00 AM
Splendid descriptions throughout, my friend. --It burns akin to embers and molds you into a poet you gladly and willingly bow to its magical might--power of love!
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Date: 1/20/2024 7:05:00 AM
My dear friend Sotto.. Your poem is a lush and enchanting exploration of love, weaving together a rich tapestry of images and emotions. The opening lines create a vivid portrayal of love as a 'glossy plum' and a 'heavenly amethyst duet,' setting the tone for the celestial and sensuous journey that follows. The use of alluring phrases like 'luscious lake of lulls' and 'fulcrum fern' adds a poetic flourish to the description of love as the genesis of creation..
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Date: 1/19/2024 11:36:00 PM
Ah dr sotto, this is so beautiful and so deeply intriguing and soulful on so many deep levels! I absolutely love your use of gems and colors and imagery painted in such artistic brushstrokes, to depict the intensity and incense of love and forbidden fruit in such a creative manner. I always love your free verse too and this is no exception. I love the opening lines the most and also the ending and how you’ve phrased your thoughts on love is so impeccable! A brilliant poem that explores love! FAV
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Date: 1/19/2024 5:33:00 PM
a beautiful poem, dear Sotto, with such unique imagery like 'topaz and malachite jars, nickel ball on a triple string...' You truly are gifted with a poetic style/voice that I've never seen before. This poem explores the many facets of love with its imagery of flames, luscious lakes of lulls, etc. I found your poem enchanting. Have a great evening, Sara
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Date: 1/19/2024 5:08:00 PM
Sotto, your poem unfolds like an intricate puzzle of cosmic serenades and vibrant-hued passion. The alchemy of love, depicted as a luscious lake of lulls and a fulcrum fern in our symbiotic existence, is both enchanting and intoxicating. The imagery of flames, incense, and celestial tracks creates a mesmerizing journey, leaving the reader immersed in the magic of your words. Bravo on this captivating odyssey through love's many dimensions. - Blessings, Daniel
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