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Gypsy Dancer

So fragile, I could count the veins
   beneath her pink petaled softness.

In ruffled skirts, like a gypsy she danced, 
   coaxing her unopened buds to bloom.

Copyright © Lin Lane | Year Posted 2023

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May 7, 2023 at 1:05 PM

Dear Lin, the delicate sensual beauty of your verse falls upon the page as if delivered by a feathered quill. I adore this piece and especially love the last line for an exquisite finale. Warmest wishes, my inspiring friend.. ~Susan

May 7, 2023 at 4:39 PM

Hi Susan. Your compliments are always an encouragement for me. It's interesting how one phrase can become something so much more, depending on a mood at the moment. Thank you, Susan.

May 4, 2023 at 4:39 AM

Lin, this is SOOOO beautiful! Perfect for the season or anything beautiful thoughts want to flow! Happy Thursday xxoo

May 4, 2023 at 4:45 AM

G'morning, Mike. I thank you for seeing where these few words could flow, depending on the need for the place of delivery..xxoo

May 4, 2023 at 3:39 AM

Lin, beautifully penned, I love peonies and you have captured their allure!

May 4, 2023 at 3:58 AM

Morning, Tania and thanks a lot. They are one of my favorites, along with gardenia and lilacs. Pink, white and lavender... what a pretty bouquet that would make.

May 3, 2023 at 6:43 PM

Ooh! So great!

May 4, 2023 at 12:34 AM

Thanks so very much, Kim.

May 3, 2023 at 2:09 PM

wow how sensuous is this Lin, exquisite poetry indeed:-) hugs Jan xx

May 3, 2023 at 2:14 PM

Thanks Jan. It's the word of the day, so I've been told.

Paula Goldsmith

May 3, 2023 at 1:40 PM

I love this write/picture/flower. It is extra pretty in pink. Have a great day.............

May 3, 2023 at 2:13 PM

Thanks, Paula. Good evening to you.

May 3, 2023 at 10:34 AM

You're making the roses blush Lin. and the word for today is.. sensuous. The bees will be reading this as a bed hive story

May 3, 2023 at 10:58 AM

That's a softly seductive word, John. She blushes beautifully. Thank you very much.

May 3, 2023 at 10:27 AM

Lin, It's clear that you have a natural talent for understanding visual art. This short, sensuous poem is wonderful.

May 3, 2023 at 10:34 AM

I appreciate your compliments, Lasaad. Thank you.

Andrea Dietrich

May 3, 2023 at 10:11 AM

Love this short and sensuous poetry, Lin!

May 3, 2023 at 10:19 AM

Thanks so very much for liking this one, Andrea.

May 3, 2023 at 7:27 AM

Sensual? Sensuous? What’s the right word ? Mmm. Lovely it is!

May 3, 2023 at 7:50 AM

Hi Peter. Those two words work for me, and I thought I was being subtle. ;-)

May 3, 2023 at 7:21 AM

You have a talent for interpreting pictures and paintings Lin. Tom

May 3, 2023 at 12:42 PM

No, Tom. I think this peony is more delicate in color and ruffles.

May 3, 2023 at 10:54 AM

Oh, the picture has changed or maybe I need an eye test lol

May 3, 2023 at 7:49 AM

Thanks so very much for your thoughts, Tom. I hope to make others see what I do, without looking at the picture.

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