Hearth and Home

...an interpretation of a dream


From out the swirling surf
he plucked a maiden fair, and in distress,
whose innocence enthralled him so
that he could not express in speech,
articulate her loveliness.

He took her to his breast and blessed her, 
held her close, and quieted her fears;
it was as if she knew him well,
such recognition in her eyes,
as joy and peace didst dry away her tears.

They joined in union, they enjoyed
the purest of all sacraments,
unsullied by lascivious display.
They blended, as a tree merged with the sky,
a fusion of the elements.

Was he a Sea King, she a nymph,
protected by his gentle touch,
a child of God in need of succor,
he the providence that calmed her,
proffered bliss she craved so much?

Or were they lovers found in time?
wanderers who claimed their hearth and home,
dreamers living heaven,
bound together now as one
and sanctified, no more to roam.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016


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Date: 8/9/2016 4:55:00 AM
This poem would not be out of place in a book containing the works of the great "Romantics": Byron, Shelley, Wordsworth, Coleridge, Keats, Blake...It truly is that good - I stand in awe and silent tribute! My very best regards, Keith...And my warmest wishes as always. :) john
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Date: 8/7/2016 9:49:00 PM
I can honestly say, if I had dreams like this I would sleep all of the time, Keith. Just great poetry my friend.
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