How Long Is Forever

The vision calls me once again against this restless night
in brilliant strata gems, in timeless dreams of light.
I close my ancient eyes, and there, so long ago 
I see the walls that rose above the eventide. 

For it was there where we scaled the lofty cliffs 
and breached the gates of a grand estate 
with rows of high arched windows, fine
and endless rooms of decadence in decline. 

His youth, his hair, flowed e’er alive, my heart revived
I followed in his footsteps as we ran among the heights.
Hidden memories we explored, abandoned dusty rooms
we fell into each other’s arms, dancing to a distant tune. 

Under the vast eternal sun, my heart was knit
in rapt kinship, time melted in his presence
our days divine, indelible design 
were carved for us and us alone.  

In random room we laid upon a wooden floor 
his strong limbs, my budding breasts
together we explored youth’s sparks
as thick as honey, blossoming to a fragrance. 

No other bliss could be like this, I now know
with mirrors in my mind of sunsets’ glow 
undimmed by time, I’ll ne’er forget...
...I open ancient eyes with honey on my lips.







Written on 1/20/2020

Copyright © | Year Posted 2020



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Date: 1/12/2022 5:18:00 PM
Laura, I didn't mention this the first time I commented, but I think this was the first write you shared at our writer's group. I was enthralled then hearing you read your magical words and was enthralled again to read it today. Such blissful and dreamy imagery. So happy to see this side of you represented in the new Soup anthology!
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John Watt
Date: 1/12/2022 10:35:00 PM
I'm glad we are here to uplift each other. Writers need that! If I haven't said it recently, thank you again for inviting me to the Soup bowl... it's been life changing. I forgot to mention this earlier, but this one is in my faves. God bless you, dear friend ~ John
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Laura Leiser
Date: 1/12/2022 6:40:00 PM
Thank you, John! I rarely write about romance, so I’m happy it came across well in this poem. I always feel uplifted after your kind comments! :)
Date: 8/2/2020 8:11:00 AM
This is impressive Laura and I love how you closed it. This gripped me immediately and brought forth all my forevers.
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Laura Leiser
Date: 8/7/2020 1:09:00 PM
Thank you, Rob! So glad you enjoyed this! :)
Date: 4/12/2020 5:39:00 AM
Laura, I love the dreamy imagery here in your poem, as well as the sensual undertones. I hope all is well. JC Hawkens
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Laura Leiser
Date: 4/12/2020 2:17:00 PM
Thank you, JC! I appreciate your kind comments! Happy Easter to you! :)
Date: 3/11/2020 12:58:00 PM
Oooh! Ancient ruin”ing” of lipstick! Last verse ooh lala. See I can’t even articulate...you have me in true emotion. Fave
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Laura Leiser
Date: 4/12/2020 2:16:00 PM
Thank you, Kim! Just saw this comment. Praying your Easter is going well..God bless! :)
Date: 3/10/2020 8:56:00 PM
Wow! Laura, I was entranced, enraptured and hopelessly entangled in the dreamy aura and exquisite imagery of your masterwork. Your poetic beauty captured my heart and imagination with its mesmerizing romance. A fav! Warmest wishes always, my talented friend.. ~Susan
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Laura Leiser
Date: 3/10/2020 9:46:00 PM
Thanks so much, Susan! It is a high compliment to me that you liked my poem so much! I appreciate it! Hugs! Laura :)
Date: 2/15/2020 6:37:00 PM
Congrats on your win, Laura. Well penned.
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Laura Leiser
Date: 3/10/2020 9:46:00 PM
Thank you, Line! :)
Date: 2/8/2020 8:17:00 AM
"Under the vast, eternal sun, my heart was knit in rapt kinship" One day when I grow up I will write lines like this. Great poem!
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Laura Leiser
Date: 2/8/2020 11:14:00 AM
Thank you so much for your kind comments, Richard! I appreciate it! :)
Date: 2/3/2020 2:12:00 PM
Forever is as long as you want it to be... You always excel in his contests ..
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Laura Leiser
Date: 2/3/2020 2:23:00 PM
Thank you, Silent. Thanks for stopping by to comment! :)
Date: 1/29/2020 9:15:00 AM
A breathtaking write, Laura.. So romantic and lovely! Imagery is excellent.. Really enjoyed this gem, my friend.. Have a blessed day!
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Laura Leiser
Date: 1/29/2020 10:30:00 AM
Thank you very much for your kind comments, Robertina! So happy you liked this. :)
Date: 1/28/2020 10:21:00 AM
Such beauty and sensuality excellently penned, great imagery and insightful thought. Blessings, Gordon
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Laura Leiser
Date: 1/28/2020 1:51:00 PM
Thanks so much, Gordon! :)
Date: 1/25/2020 11:15:00 AM
A very fine write. Nice Heathcliff and moors feel to it. Youthful romances are so sweet when seen from a distance. Well done.
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Laura Leiser
Date: 1/25/2020 3:33:00 PM
Thank you, Eric! Not surprised you picked up on the “Wuthering Hieghts” theme... :)
Date: 1/23/2020 8:33:00 PM
wow, this reminds me of Outlander or something. going back in time. So wonderful, Laura.
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Laura Leiser
Date: 1/23/2020 9:40:00 PM
Thank you, Andrea! I’m so glad you liked this! :)
Date: 1/23/2020 5:14:00 PM
Beautiful descriptions.
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Laura Leiser
Date: 1/23/2020 5:54:00 PM
Thank you, Juliet! :)
Date: 1/23/2020 10:51:00 AM
a beautiful and sensual write... as if we were looking in on your dream... wonderfully crafted Laura :) hugs
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Laura Leiser
Date: 1/23/2020 10:54:00 AM
Thank you so much, Sandra! Thank you for commenting. :)
Date: 1/23/2020 8:54:00 AM
You have enraptured me with your sweet poem, winning wishes coming your way Laura, xo
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Laura Leiser
Date: 1/23/2020 9:50:00 AM
Thank you, Pixie! I’m glad you liked my poem! :)
Date: 1/21/2020 1:13:00 PM
- What a beautiful dream, Laura ... it should last forever ... even I have the taste of honey on my lips ... - Best wishes in the contest, hope you will get a top win :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Laura Leiser
Date: 1/21/2020 1:50:00 PM
Thanks so much for your kind comments, Anne Lise! I’m glad it came across like a dream, as well! :)
Date: 1/21/2020 12:22:00 PM
Every word and every line is adorned in precious words--words that paint the scene: scaling the cliffs..time melting..dusty floors..honey on lips. A superb write, Laura--this has to win!
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Laura Leiser
Date: 1/21/2020 1:49:00 PM
Thanks so much, Vijay! I’m delighted you liked this! :)
Date: 1/21/2020 11:21:00 AM
Love the melding, Laura. Sweet and innocent! G.L. in the contest. ~ Gershon
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Laura Leiser
Date: 1/21/2020 11:44:00 AM
Thank you, Gershon! :)
Date: 1/21/2020 10:12:00 AM
Laura, this is SO GOOD--vividly descriptive, moving, seductive. Janice
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Laura Leiser
Date: 1/21/2020 11:42:00 AM
So happy you liked this one, Janice! I rarely write a sensual piece..!
Date: 1/21/2020 9:28:00 AM
Ooh...delicious! Love this tale! A fave, Laura!
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Laura Leiser
Date: 1/21/2020 11:39:00 AM
Thank you so much,Kim! I’m really happy you liked this! Thanks for the fave :)
Date: 1/21/2020 8:53:00 AM
A breathtaking piece. Wow, wow wow!
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Laura Leiser
Date: 1/21/2020 9:04:00 AM
Thank you so very much, Richard! And I’m thrilled you liked my poem, too! :)
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/21/2020 8:53:00 AM
Thanks as well for your visit.
Date: 1/21/2020 12:33:00 AM
Laura, this is like taking a walk through your dream with evocative imagery and word choices. I really like "my heart was knit in rapt kinship" and the use of "ancient eyes". There is a mysterious timelessness to this that I just love. A great write, friend!
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Laura Leiser
Date: 1/21/2020 9:03:00 AM
Thanks so much, John. I truly appreciate your interest in my poems, and your encouragement, friend! I’m so glad you liked this one! :)
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