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For the contest, sonnet of romance sponsored by Emile Pinet

My heart bleeds sultry stars from beams up high,
as planted promises sprout leaves of love,
blooming through the rose haze of moonlit sigh,
like balmy feathers of a diamond dove.

You are the muse, quenching this muted ink,
like the warm essence of a bonsai dream,
kissed by the rain, as sparks from the sun sink,
tracing verses of my poetic stream.

Yet the world knows not what you mean to me~
you are the sonnet I weave with soft swirls
and pastel petals aching to breathe free,
bathed in the shimmer of Juliet’s pearls.

Tonight, meet me where the stars never die~
we’ll be more than mere rhymes lost in the sky.

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William HAYNES

Date: 3/25/2025 4:50:00 PM

Related to the line about the muse mine seems to have left me I enjoyed your poem and hope to see more of your writings

Frederic Parker

Date: 3/19/2025 7:54:00 AM

from the first line to the last line a truly beautiful poem, the richness of desire, the heartbeat of love expressed captured in your words is breathless...Frederic

Hiba Junaid

Date: 3/16/2025 8:50:00 PM

I absolutely love the last two lines. On the whole, such a lovely romantic poem.

Benjamin Bartley

Date: 3/11/2025 5:54:00 PM

Thank you.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/10/2025 11:28:00 AM

wow, this is top of the chart for new poems BEST out of 100. It means you must have gotten lots of faves on it. Way to go.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 3/10/2025 1:34:00 AM

Romantic and stunning imagery IE, congratulations to you on your win. Tom

JCB Brul

Date: 3/10/2025 1:32:00 AM

I was out in this site for a long time and when I logged in, this magnificent sonnet mesmerised me with its rich imagery and ethereal expression of love. The celestial and botanical metaphors, like "sultry stars," "bonsai dream," and "pastel petals aching to breathe free," add depth and make me breathless. I could feel the timeless longing! Congratulations, Ink. This is a FAVE!

Susan Ashley

Date: 3/4/2025 7:54:00 PM

Dear Ink, soulful poetess, congratulations for your success in Rose’s contest with this splendid sonnet gem. Your striking imagery flows with effortless and elegant romance. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

thriveni c mysore

Date: 3/2/2025 10:38:00 PM

reading your sonnet is like seeing you in a different silk robe! pleasant & beautiful.' Juliet’s pearls'! wow, the turn is excellent! +FAV. congratulations on your win dear poet. cheers!!!

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 3/2/2025 4:26:00 PM

I drifted away on a poetic cloud alongside you Ink, loved your poem, thanks for joining and congrats on your win :)

Terry Miller

Date: 2/18/2025 2:46:00 AM

This is so captivating and beautiful

Joel Hawksley

Date: 2/11/2025 10:47:00 AM

The poem's use of evocative imagery, rich symbolism, and a consistent tone of romantic longing creates a truly captivating reading experience. You've skillfully captured the essence of romantic love, from its initial spark to its full bloom, with a delicate touch and a profound sense of intimacy. "Leaves of Love" is a beautiful and heartfelt poem that resonates with a deep sense of emotion.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 2/3/2025 6:02:00 PM

An enchanting verse, Ink! I absolutely love it! The final two lines are beautiful. This is a fave. :)

Ink Empress
Date: 2/3/2025 11:42:00 PM

Thank you so much for the fave and also for your thoughtful comment. Grateful always

Ann Peck

Date: 2/2/2025 12:34:00 PM

This is so beautiful! "you are the sonnet I weave with soft swirls and pastel petals..." This is definitely a fav!

Ink Empress
Date: 2/3/2025 11:42:00 PM

This means alot coming from a talented soul like you. Thank you so very much for the fave and comment

Crystol Woods

Date: 2/2/2025 11:13:00 AM

How clever to weave your story with poetry itself... being such a large part of the lives of those who frequent this site, it only makes good sense! Beautiful written, as is your usual! It's like settling into a hot, creamy soup on a cold winters eve. Xo

Ink Empress
Date: 2/3/2025 11:43:00 PM

Thank you so much for your very poetic response . Grateful really

Jay Narain

Date: 2/1/2025 10:26:00 AM

Nice sonnet. Excellent winner.

Ink Empress
Date: 2/3/2025 11:43:00 PM

Thank you so much for the visit and comment

Tonye George

Date: 2/1/2025 9:24:00 AM

"Tonight, meet me where the stars never die~ we’ll be more than mere rhymes lost in the sky." Profound! That's a punch line there, really! Amazing. Congratulations on your win Dearest, Empyyy... A great love poem, one that reaches the soul. I miss reading your beautiful works.

Ink Empress
Date: 2/3/2025 11:43:00 PM

Awwn thank you sweet tonye appreciate you always

Terry Miller

Date: 2/1/2025 2:38:00 AM

Another wonderful poem, congratulations

Ink Empress
Date: 2/3/2025 11:43:00 PM

Thank you so very much always

Michael Tor

Date: 1/31/2025 9:50:00 PM

Lovely Poetry Ink. You have a distinctive style that really impressed those that read it. This one is no different. Gifted you are in writing and this is such an example of your abilities. Just love this Poetry of yours. Congratulations on placing in the contest...

Ink Empress
Date: 2/3/2025 11:44:00 PM

Thank you so very much for your thoughtful and kind comment. Grateful truly

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/31/2025 3:29:00 PM

Big congrats. I knew he would place it!

Ink Empress
Date: 1/31/2025 9:23:00 PM

Thank you so much sweet andrea always grateful for your kind support

Emile Pinet

Date: 1/31/2025 11:10:00 AM

Congratulations Ink! Your outstanding poem "Leaves of Love" has earned you a distinguished placement in my poetry contest. I was strict, but among the 72 entries, your poem earned a spot on the winner’s list. Very well done, my friend.

Ink Empress
Date: 1/31/2025 9:24:00 PM

It is truly an honor dear Emile, im truly grateful for my placement in your contest. Thank you so very much

Sotto Poet

Date: 1/29/2025 11:29:00 AM

Dearest Ink, Your outstanding Sonnet depicts intense love and desire between you and your muse, capturing the deep emotional and creative connection that fosters creation. It expresses a longing for a transcendent relationship that lives beyond the physical world's limitations. Your wording is lush and descriptive, full of romantic and nature-inspired images. Words like "bleeds," "sultry stars," "moonlit sigh," and "diamond dove" provide a sensual tone, conveying the depth of your feelings. Sending you warm hugs.

Ink Empress
Date: 2/3/2025 11:44:00 PM

Thank you always dr sotto grateful

Daisy Meadows

Date: 1/29/2025 4:51:00 AM

How wonderful and beautifully written!!

Ink Empress
Date: 2/3/2025 11:44:00 PM

Thank you so very much

Sam Kauffman

Date: 1/28/2025 12:21:00 PM

Just beautiful, dearest Inky! A romantic treasure with honest emotions. Your opening line sets the stage for the beauty that flows from it culminating in the awesomeness of your concluding line! As always, striking, creative imagery and you know how much I love beautiful imagery! Best wishes for the contest! Sending hugs and blessings of winter joy!

Ink Empress
Date: 2/3/2025 11:45:00 PM

Thank you so much dear samszy! You are such a ray of poetic light