Jenna Logan Poet Free verse

Gloom Veiled My Heart

I wept until the bronzed edge of twilight 
chased prismed light from pastel skies.
A shroud of gloom veiled my heart
as the gatekeeper touched my arm.



February 19, 2021 ~ Liberum Divisa 4
Originally written for 'Love's Affliction'
Contest sponsor ~ Greg Barden

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Juliet Ligon April 17, 2021 at 12:05 PM Beautiful imagery. I love the mystery of the arm touch. Congratulations!

Sam Kauffman April 16, 2021 at 11:35 AM You chose well for the contest, Jenna. Love the "bronzed edge" and twilight is such a wonderful metaphor for peace or love or hope slipping away. Congratulations on your win!

Janice Canerdy April 16, 2021 at 9:33 AM A big CONGRATS on your well-deserved win, Jenna. Sad--but so lovely. Janice

Tom Cunningham February 20, 2021 at 4:06 AM A verse that stands alone Jenna, the painting compliments it. Good luck in the contest, hope your weekend goes well. Tom Jenna Logan February 20, 2021 at 4:29 AM Thank you for such insightful comments, Tom. I plan to have a warmer weekend. Hoping yours will be a good one for you.

Jan Allison February 19, 2021 at 3:08 PM you chose 4 moving lines Jenna, good luck in the contest:-) hugs Jan xx Jenna Logan February 20, 2021 at 4:27 AM Thank you for your thoughts and well wishes, Jan.

Gordon Mcconnell February 19, 2021 at 2:16 PM Great piece full of words of great meaning Jenna, blessings always,Gordon Jenna Logan February 19, 2021 at 2:41 PM Thank you so very much, Gordon.

Victor Buhagiar February 19, 2021 at 10:32 AM Beautiful extract. Best for a win. ~~ Jenna Logan February 19, 2021 at 2:40 PM Thank you for liking a verse from 'Love's Affliction.' It's one I really liked writing.