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Tingly skies full of surprise oh how I love when with surmise, 
         the little rascal aims his dart as if it were, poetic art !
But as time passes. Cupid indulges
In drinking spiced nectar
          He must improve his aim.
How many arrows does he fire,
Speeding into the hearts of random humans,
Trying to make them love?

And what does he get in return?
Does any lovely wench flutter her eyelids?
And give him that come hither smile?
        Life can be very cruel!
Now less wise and dejected, his arrows blunt,
He aims at random and sends ripples
Of love among the young, who
Ape his image on romantic cards,
Full of red roses, and equally crimson hearts,
With lovers kissing, or cuddling bears,
Eyes starry and glazed, and poetry sweet,
And borders of vine leaves that entwine
And call his feast "Happy St Valentine".

Once Cupid hit me in my ear and I fell madly in love
With a beautiful shapely nymph.
When cupid's arrow aims for you, 
there isn't much that you can do! 

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Copyright © | Year Posted 2025



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Date: 8/25/2025 8:44:00 AM
Enjoyed reading. Cupid the artist of love. Congratulations on your placement. Hugs my friend
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Date: 8/18/2025 4:27:00 AM
Dearest Victor, your poem has such a playful yet bittersweet charm. I love how it paints Cupid not just as a mischievous figure, but also as a flawed, almost human character—drinking, missing his aim, and feeling the weight of rejection. The imagery is vivid and witty. All the best for the contest...Hugs
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Date: 8/15/2025 2:13:00 PM
Dear Victor, This one is such a fun ride and I could practically hear Cupid giggling and misfiring his arrows while I read. I love how you’ve captured him as a mischievous little rascal, all tingly skies and spiced nectar, trying his chaotic best at the game of love. It’s like a whole holiday carnival packed into one poem. Blessings, My Dear Victor, Daniel
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Date: 8/15/2025 4:33:00 AM
"Eyes starry and glazed, and poetry sweet," -- Love it! The entire read, delightful! Aim or random, rather his arrows did not pass, though too many, hit in the Ass.
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Date: 8/14/2025 8:30:00 PM
Not much you can do! LOL
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Date: 8/14/2025 7:28:00 AM
This is laugh out loud funny, oh, I'm sorry, this is LOL. Your take is original, witty and thoroughly entertaining. I absolutely loved reading it. Poetry hugs ... CayCay
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Date: 8/13/2025 8:14:00 PM
what a delightful poem Victor! hugs jan xx
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Date: 8/13/2025 6:28:00 PM
Dear Victor, your poem is a delightful and playful take on Cupid's mischievous ways! Your witty observations and clever wordplay bring a smile to my face. The way you weave together mythology and modern romance is charming. Brilliant :)
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Date: 8/13/2025 5:09:00 PM
Excellent and entertaining poem, Victor. I had no idea Cupid 'indulged' in drinking fruit from the vine so to speak. Best wishes with this contest entry. enjoy your evening, Sara
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Date: 8/13/2025 4:06:00 PM
this is beautiful and thoughtful, everyone can feel that way, thanks poet
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Date: 8/13/2025 4:02:00 PM
A great fun read this is, Victor.
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Date: 8/13/2025 1:48:00 PM
Very interesting, I liked the honest tone in your poem :)
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Date: 8/13/2025 8:37:00 AM
Put a smile on my lips, Victor. :) john
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Date: 8/13/2025 7:34:00 AM
This is a fantastic poem-so imaginative and interesting! A wonderful contest entry. Good luck. :)
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Date: 8/13/2025 6:11:00 AM
Cupid is so magical in his powers. His darts will pierce right through the heart and each one hit by his arrow will fall madly in love. No one can help it. The last stanza describing how you happen to be under Cupid's mesmerizing spell is indeed so very interesting to read.
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Date: 8/13/2025 6:04:00 AM
I enjoyed this fun poem Victor. Thanks for sharing :)
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Date: 8/13/2025 5:43:00 AM
What a tender and charming verse, Victor :) seeks but a single path, a true course for hearts in search of affection - Wishing you well in the contest, with hopes that your path is bright and true.
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Date: 8/13/2025 3:49:00 AM
Good one. It seems like I have seen at least one more of these so it must be for a contest. If so, it reads like a good contender to me. Way to go. I hope Cupid gives up the spiced wine and aims only straight arrow for all those looking for love and it is always a perfect match up. Thanks for sharing this one with us plus the very nice art work that is going along. Sara K
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Date: 8/13/2025 2:57:00 AM
- What a sweet and lovely poem, Victor :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs
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