Susan Ashley Poet Acrostic

Libra: the Aesthete of the Star Signs

Lips lustered with Venus-enchantment flirt as 
Imagineer steers your swoon to the Moon on a love song.. 
Beyond oneness with another, the lover and artiste 
Relishes color in counterpoise to white rising light, and so flows
Abstracts across a sunrise canvas to laud a treaty ‘tween night and day


Susan Ashley
April 8, 2021


*aesthete: a person who has a special appreciation of art and beauty. 
*imagineer: a person who is skilled in implementing creative 
  ideas into practical form. A Blend of imagine and engineer. 


Poet’s note: not for a contest but inspired by the “Star Sign Acrostics” poetry contest sponsored by Charlotte Puddifoot.. Thank you, Charlotte, for the wonderful inspiration. I’m sorry I missed out on entering your contest.

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Paulette Calasibetta October 15, 2021 at 5:52 AM Susan, I too, am a Libra and found your poem BRILLIANT! Take Care, Paulette Susan Ashley October 15, 2021 at 8:30 AM Dear Paulette, it is a pleasure to receive your wonderful comments and to know that you are a Libra too! :) I am uplifted by your warm words. It so nice to meet you and I look forward to visiting your poetry. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Panagiota Romios May 18, 2021 at 2:12 PM Excellent Susam Fine write Pangie xx Susan Ashley May 30, 2021 at 5:36 PM Thank you, my dear friend, Pangie, for your beautiful comment and visit. I haven't been here on PS for a few weeks, please accept my apologies for my late reply. I am delighted to find your shining presence here gracing my poem, sweet lady. Warmest wishes and hugs.. ~Susan

Ken Rone May 17, 2021 at 8:15 AM A Libra here. This piece moved me. Your creation will stay with me today. " And in the end, the love you take, is equal to the love you make." - McCartney Susan Ashley May 30, 2021 at 5:53 PM Dear Ken, fellow Libran, I relish your comments. Thank you so much for your gracious visit and precious thoughts. I'm thrilled you enjoyed my poem and I was so thrilled by the McCartney quote; it's been a favorite of mine since I was a girl hearing The End all those decades ago, puzzling out the meaning of this cosmic couplet.. it was truly a beautiful and meaningful end to an era. Please accept my apologies for my late reply. Warmest wishes, my friend.. ~Susan

Andrea Dietrich April 14, 2021 at 2:01 PM this is fantastic, and I bet it could have won if entered! I have Libra Ascending in my chart and Libra for one of my planets as well as virgo, Aries and Taurus. I think my Libra friends are so awesome for their communication skills. Susan Ashley April 15, 2021 at 9:55 AM Dear Andrea, thank you for your encouraging and uplifting comments. Too bad I didn't notice the contest till it was too late to enter. By the time I was done with this the contest was closed.. oh well.. at least I was inspired to write in this form (my 1st acrostic poem) and enjoyed the challenge of it. Being under the influence of Libra, it's no wonder you possess such grand poetic artistry, my friend. Librans gift of gab definitely lends itself to their enhanced communication skills! :)) Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Connie Marcum Wong April 13, 2021 at 1:38 AM This is such an amazing acrostic Susan. Libras indeed hold art in the palm of their hands and in the gaze of their eyes. What a lovey Libra you are. Blessings xxoo Susan Ashley April 15, 2021 at 9:43 AM Dear Connie, it is truly wonderful to see you. Your graceful presence and inspiring poetry has been missed, my sweet friend. Thank you for sharing your lovely thoughts with me. Your heart's beauty shines and lights my page with its beauty. Warmest wishes and hugs.. ~Susan

Jennifer Proxenos April 12, 2021 at 1:24 PM This poem is so awesome, it has depth of meaning besides the actual words which describe a Libra! Your fertile imagination is expressed and portrayed so evenly. Sorry you missed the contest, it would have been a winner. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer. Susan Ashley April 15, 2021 at 9:39 AM My dear poetry sister, how I relish your lovely presence on my page and how I treasure your thoughtful gems. Thank you, Jennifer, for sharing your uplifting and inspiring spirit with me. I bask in the light of your golden heart and shining friendship. Warmest wishes, love and hugs to you, sweet poetess.. ~Susan

Paul Callus April 11, 2021 at 4:53 AM Being an aesthete, I am lucky to appreciate the beauty of this short poem, Susan. It is not the significance of the star sign itself which I find most attractive, but the way in which it is expressed. ~ Hope you're keeping well, my friend. Warm regards & Hugs // paul Susan Ashley April 15, 2021 at 8:51 AM Dear Paul, being a Libran, I am lucky to appreciate the beauty of your friendship. The rich warmth of your comments hearten my heart, my sweet friend. Thank you for the pleasure of your visit and for the treasure of your precious thoughts. All is with me, except for a chronic time shortage these days, and I hope all is well for you, too, Paul. Warmest wishes and hugs.. ~Susan

Angela Crabtree April 9, 2021 at 9:39 AM A great description of Libre, Susan. This would've been a winner, for sure. Wishing you a wonderful weekend :) Susan Ashley April 15, 2021 at 8:43 AM Thank you, Angie. I relish your warm and wonderful thoughts. Your visit and comments are a pleasure to receive, my dear friend. I hope you are having a good week. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Silent One April 9, 2021 at 3:58 AM A great way to describe your sign.. you make short poetry looks so poetic! Susan Ashley April 15, 2021 at 8:33 AM Silent One, your wondrous presence and inspiring poetry have been missed. I relish your visit and gracious comments. Thank you so much, my dear friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Brandy Nicole April 8, 2021 at 9:30 PM Oh my ! You and I share the same sign. "Lips lustered with Venus-enchantment, the lover will swoon" This statement is beautiful and breathtaking, all at the same time. Having an "appreciation for art and beauty" Yes, beyond words can express. You have created a Masterpiece my dear sweet friend. Your poetry shines and I am standing in your light. :) Many wonderful blessings to you. :) Brandy Susan Ashley April 15, 2021 at 8:41 AM My dear Libran friend, I'm not surprised to know that we share the same star sign for you embody the beauty, romance and artistry of Libra perfectly. Thank you, Brandy, your friendship is enchanting as are your shining comments. I bask in the thrill of your glow as well, sweet lady. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Robert Lindley April 8, 2021 at 9:18 PM Pisces, a water sign, is the last constellation of the zodiac. It's symbolized by two fish swimming in opposite directions, representing the constant division of Pisces's attention between fantasy and reality. Fits me well. as I am constantly pulled from reality into fantasy realms in my writings, my new creations. God bless.. Susan Ashley April 13, 2021 at 6:28 PM My dear friend, your star sign does indeed reflect your artistry and actuality.. isn't it funny that though a lot of people dismiss them though our signs can really be quite accurate..? Your lovely thoughts are ever cherished, Robert. Warmest wishes..

Robert Lindley April 8, 2021 at 9:16 PM My dear friend, your wonderful very descriptive acrostic creation shines with the light from a true and magnificent poet's heart! I myself being a Pisces swim in the rivers of poetry. A fav, a fine creation. Susan Ashley April 13, 2021 at 6:05 PM My dear Piscean friend, thank you for your wonderful comments and for the honor of your fav. This is my first acrostic so I truly relish your uplifting response. Robert, you truly do swim in the deep rivers of poetry! :)) Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Judy Ball April 8, 2021 at 8:28 PM OOoo Nice description. I'm a Libra too but have a hard time thinking of myself in those terms. Really lovely. Thanks for sharing. Too bad you were too late for the contest. God Bless, JB Susan Ashley April 13, 2021 at 5:55 PM My dear fellow Libran, the gifts of your star sign shine in the artistic magic of your poetry. Thank you for sharing your precious thoughts with me, Judy. It's always a wonderful pleasure when I see you on my poem's page. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Alexis Y. April 8, 2021 at 5:51 PM WoW! Susan, What a wonderful description of your sign. Thanks for sharing a glimpse of yourself. You are an amazing person and poet. It looks like a winner to me; I think it would have done well in the contest. Well done. Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis Susan Ashley April 8, 2021 at 6:01 PM My dear friend, Alexis, your kindness is so very uplifting. If my poem shines it is because of your lustrous presence casting its glow. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with me.. your precious comments are treasured, sweet lady, and, that it looks like a winner to you is all the ‘win’ I need :) Your beautiful spirit is cherished. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan