Jasmine

As time of day draws near 
     It becomes very clear
That you become your 
     Loveliest in cool of night.
When twilight disappears
     And the silver moon 
Begins her stealthy climb

The humid tropic eve coaxes 
     You to slowly bloom....
Then in that evening air I
     Become quite aware of 
Your heady sweet perfume.
     In the pale moon light I 
View skin that's snowy bright

Like the flowers milky white 
     In the evening as they bloom.
Your beauty radiates in the dark
     As you stand there in elegance
And grace, I can see about 
     Your lovely face, it's time for 
You to get some sleep. 

You retire in sweet repose
     As Jasmine's petit petals close.
When lovers say good-night
     And darkness turns to light,
It will be for you, my love, I weep.

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A sexy surreal - Poetry Contest
Sponsor Lewis Raynes
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Mcgee Avatar
June 27, 2019 at 9:47 PM
Lovely Connie. This is one of my favorite flowers...I have it planted next to my pool so I can smell the heady fragrance when I take a midnight swim to cool off.
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 28, 2019 at 1:09 AM
That sounds wonderful Jeanne. Thank you. : ) xxoo
Carber Avatar
June 27, 2019 at 11:46 AM
Nicely done, Connie-- personification is not as east to pull of as people think--congrats on yr win!
Johnson Avatar
June 27, 2019 at 11:03 AM
Congratulations Connie. Wonderful entry. Love, Joyce
Ashley Avatar
June 26, 2019 at 7:51 PM
Tender beauty tiptoes through every poetic line of your delicately expressed poem, Connie. Your potent pen easily captivated me with this gorgeous gem. A thrill for the imagination and senses. Congratulations on your wonderful win with your inspiring write. Warmest wishes always my friend.. ~Susan
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 28, 2019 at 1:10 AM
You leave such lovely comments Susan. Thank you very much. : ) xxoo
Gauthier Avatar
June 24, 2019 at 11:10 PM
Lovely and touching, Connie. Congrats on your top win.
Pandit Avatar
June 24, 2019 at 4:46 PM
Don't recall seeing this lovely poem--it was before I joined Soup. Congrats on your #1 win, Connie..I enjoyed the scent of this poem.
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 24, 2019 at 4:58 PM
Thank you very much Vijay. We have a Jasmine Bush both in front and back yard and summer nights the scent is heavenly! : ) xxoo
Duet Avatar
June 14, 2017 at 10:08 PM
Sweet Connie...a tender write. Congrats on your placement in the contest.
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 17, 2017 at 4:30 PM
Thank you very much Carol, so nice to hear from you. : )
Kimathi Avatar
June 13, 2017 at 7:01 PM
I thoroughly enjoyed the rhythmic flow of your picturesque piece!!! Congrats Connie, for your placement in the contest!!! ;-)
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 14, 2017 at 7:20 AM
Thank you Teddy. I have Jasmine growing front and back of my house and in summer the scent is heavenly. : )
Walker Avatar
June 13, 2017 at 10:21 AM
Congrats Connie :) I also love the smell of Jasmine blooming in the night.... beautiful !
Ficklin Avatar
June 12, 2017 at 12:32 PM
Wow Connie - beautiful wording! This one flows so effortless and creates gorgeous imagery.. congrats.
Sietesantos Avatar
June 12, 2017 at 12:23 PM
Lovely, lovely, lovely! Congratulations on your win, dear Connie! Well-deserved! Hugs. Pandita
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 13, 2017 at 4:42 AM
I am happy you liked this Pandita. Thank you very much. : )
May Avatar
June 12, 2017 at 6:31 AM
Beautiful write Connie...Congrats on your win
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 13, 2017 at 4:41 AM
Thank you Joseph. I appreciate your support. : )
Marie Avatar
February 21, 2017 at 9:19 PM
This is beautiful Connie. You write of nature with such care and respect and this one really showcases your talent. This is glorious in imagery and so tender are your words, you bring their beauty to life. Gorgeous writing, a joy to read, a fave :-) blessings, lynn
Marcum Wong Avatar
February 22, 2017 at 4:13 AM
How very sweet of you to fave this poem Lynn. I so appreciate your lovely comments on this poem. I am ill right now, so have not been online. I hope to return soon. Blessings and many thanks my friend. ; )
DiMino Avatar
October 8, 2016 at 4:39 AM
Absolutely gorgeous write! I am a great fan of your writing, Connie. Love the imagery, and deep intelligence, touching the living spirit behind the subject making me feel and think outside my own set borders of experience. Brava!
Marcum Wong Avatar
October 9, 2016 at 12:10 PM
Thank you very much for this lovely insightful comment Joe. I am a fan of your poetry as well. Blessings, Connie ; )
Inman Avatar
September 15, 2016 at 10:52 AM
I love this type of poem and have a few but I could not think of anything for this contest. You've done it superbly. A lovely write.
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 15, 2016 at 3:01 PM
I feel honored James. Thank you very much for this lovely comment. ; )
Hlabisa Avatar
September 15, 2016 at 4:24 AM
"Like the flowers milky white, in the evening as they bloom"... what a sight to behold. Congrats on your win Connie
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 15, 2016 at 2:59 PM
Sizwe, thank you for such a lovely comment! ; )
Haight Avatar
September 14, 2016 at 9:44 PM
Such a lovely tribute to a beautiful flower, Connie. Congratulations on your fine placement in the contest. Hugs, Sandra
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 14, 2016 at 11:07 PM
Thank you very much Sandra. Yours was very beautiful. ; )
Richards Avatar
September 14, 2016 at 7:43 PM
One can almost smell the fragrance while reading this beauty!! Lovely work, Connie!! Congratulations on your high marks!
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 14, 2016 at 11:02 PM
Thank you very much Carrie. There were so many wonderful entries. I enjoyed reading every one! ; )
Scars Avatar
September 14, 2016 at 12:59 PM
beautifully written lovely Connie :) I love the last line :) congratulations on your placement :)-luloo
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 14, 2016 at 4:19 PM
You very much Luloo. There were so many outstanding entries in this contest I can't believe my poem placed so high. I have Jasmine growing in my yard my husband planted just for me, and it is part of my love life with my husband, so this means a lot to me. ; )
Allison Avatar
September 14, 2016 at 12:28 PM
Dropping back with my congrats Connie:-) hugs Jan xx
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 14, 2016 at 4:27 PM
You very much Jan. I adored yours too! : )
Nusker Avatar
September 14, 2016 at 12:27 PM
Wow, this is such a beautiful poem, Connie. Congrats on your win. Hugs, Afzal :~)
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 14, 2016 at 11:08 PM
Thank you Afzal. I enjoyed reading your wonderful entry. ; )
Dietrich Avatar
September 6, 2016 at 10:18 PM
wow, Connie. this is amazing!! Probably one of the best I have seen in this contest. you have been on a roll lately, Keep it up. This was one of the four flower names I had considered for MY flower poem!! Another one was Marigold! But I settled on Leilani.
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 14, 2016 at 4:21 PM
Leilani, my daughter's middle name, as she is part Hawaiian. Thanks a lot Andrea, i appreciate your supportive comment. Cheers, Connie ; )
Daniel Avatar
September 6, 2016 at 4:27 AM
Very beautiful, Connie:) Hope this wins:) I love jasmines too:) A 7:)
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 14, 2016 at 4:26 PM
Thank you Jo, so much. I just saw my placement in this contest and was thrilled. I'm glad you like this poem. Cheers, Connie ; )
Nusker Avatar
September 4, 2016 at 11:33 AM
This poem is amazing, Connie. My best wishes.
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 14, 2016 at 4:22 PM
I adored your entry Afzal. Thank you so much my friend! ; )
Duet Avatar
September 3, 2016 at 10:03 PM
What a lovely poem, Connie! I chose to read this one because Jasmine is my favorite fragrance. I'm wondering ... do you have a Jamine plant in your yard? If so, lucky you. I always wanted one.
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 4, 2016 at 12:07 AM
Yes, my husband knows I love the scent so he planted one in the front and back yard. Night blooming Jasmine wafts through the air on warm nights and it is heavenly. Thank you for you nice comment Carole. ; )
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