In the Wings of Love

How long can love’s sweet rose lay in the wings,
quiescent, waiting for that tender cue
to open up her heart, dissolve all strings,
before she withers, dulled from absent dew?

In yearning for the warmth that closeness brings
to blush her skin with hints of crimson hue,
how long can love’s sweet rose lay in the wings,
quiescent, waiting for that tender cue?

From shaded canopy her essence sings
in soft soliloquy, songs to imbue 
the soul who claims he longs to hold her true,
yet to familiar paths his heart still clings.
How long can love’s sweet rose lay in the wings?

Copyright © | Year Posted 2010



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Date: 10/17/2010 12:11:00 AM
i deeply feel the longing...and for that i give you A+++...^_^ v
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Date: 10/8/2010 11:30:00 PM
Wow, how long indeed? Another eloquent rhyme from you that speaks to the reader--this just makes one sigh and wonder-- I really also liked your use of wings and rose here-- it comes as very beautiful and touching-- hugs again to you :) -- nikko :)
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Date: 10/4/2010 3:06:00 PM
So lovely these lines Sharon.. giving life and breath to the content with such emotion.luv.. if for any contest..good luck... did u ever get your contest finalized???
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Date: 10/3/2010 9:26:00 AM
This really moves me, Sharon. I have been feeling like a faded rose waiting in the wings for years. I can identify with the motions in this eloquently penned rhyme. I am traveling until next weekend, but wanted to stop by quickly. So glad I came across this beautiful poem! Love, Carolyn (for my favorites, of course)
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Date: 10/3/2010 6:21:00 AM
You sure know how to create a beautiful scene with your words Sharon. Poems with roses are so lovely > have a wonderful Sunday >> James :)
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Date: 10/2/2010 10:43:00 PM
Love and roses always sound super fine together , especially with your poet's hand, Sharon! Luv, Andrea
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Date: 10/2/2010 2:35:00 PM
Nice inquiry into the sweet rose of love, Sharon
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Date: 10/2/2010 2:08:00 PM
awe~ Enjoyed Sharon, lovely Nice question at the end. Sharon thanks for your nice comment as well. I just posted a butterfly poem..lol.. would you care to give me an opinion on it.. Have a nice and wonderful day,..p.d.
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Date: 10/2/2010 1:27:00 PM
so lovely well done enjoyed this write have a great weekend faleshia
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Date: 10/2/2010 11:51:00 AM
Simple beautiful Sharon.. your rhyme brings essence to every line.. luv.. if for the contest..good luck.. enjoyed this happy weekend..thankxxx for your complimentary comment..luv..
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Date: 10/2/2010 11:29:00 AM
Feels as if I'm reading a classic poem of yesteryear. Just lovely, Sharon! :)
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Date: 10/2/2010 11:16:00 AM
Wonderful Job. - Nessie :)
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