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Love Potion

Welcome my dear
what can I do you for? 
I offer spells and charms galore 

A love philter you say? 
I know just the thing
When I am done
to you he’ll cling 

When sun takes its bow at the close of day
In a place where ocean waves meet bay
Let curtains close to mortal sight 
Behold
desire’s flame ignites

Employing drift wood
in the sand
Inscribe his name 
Feel heart expand 
Stir 3 times in clockwise motion 
Whilst we brew this lover’s potion 

A drop of blood
a strand of hair
Will free you soon from your despair 
You’ll feel the warmth spread through your 
being
You’ll both find this most agreeing 

Feel wind’s breath upon thy cheek
Sacred words you now must Speak 
Tell the Earth, the wind and fire
Inform the water of your desire

Let Cupid’s compass spin once more 
For His benevolence you must implore 
East and south 
West and north 
Spirits of seduction I call thee forth 

Hark to the rhythm of the drums that pound
Thrashing out the heart beat 
of the one to be spell bound 

Whilst the bonfire slowly dies
Images flash before his eyes
Untie him now
He will behave
I have cast a spell
He is enslaved 

Hit him now with passion dart
And then my dear you have done your part 
All that’s remains is for you both 
To gulp it down 
Let’s have a toast

Before you do you will pay me now
There are others who need me anyhow
His Affection will grow like weeds 
I must away now to do good deeds 

Will my enchantment stand the test of time? 
I hear you ask, Well they’ll be just fine 
Sleep now children in my domain 
I promised to free you from your pain
Their lust will last eternally
Till I dump their bodies in the sea 



                17th October 2019
          For love potion poetry contest
            Sponsored By Julia Ward
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Hamilton Avatar
November 13, 2019 at 10:06 AM
An excellent write Elaine, no doubt a winner. The rhyme was spot on and the detail was very intriguing, enjoyed!
Perrin Avatar
April 28, 2020 at 3:22 AM
Thanks so much John :-) x
One Avatar
November 13, 2019 at 1:38 AM
Great story telling...You rhyme and flow very well..
Perrin Avatar
November 13, 2019 at 5:24 AM
Thank you silent one :-) x
Aurora Avatar
October 27, 2019 at 4:50 PM
Oh very cool even though it's dark..lol. I do love a good potion. Wicked write ;)
Perrin Avatar
November 13, 2019 at 5:23 AM
Thank you lovely :-) x
Robinson Jr. Avatar
October 19, 2019 at 11:41 AM
A super cool poem, Elaine! So macabre lovely ... it slays w/creative ink thrust. Your poetic talents shines golden! I so enjoyed this maiden voyage foray into your muse treasure trove. May love light your path in life always. Romantic Warrior
Perrin Avatar
October 20, 2019 at 12:06 PM
I love it! Thank you for the song, I haven’t heard that one before. Thank you so much for such a lovely comment Freddie. I’m so happy you enjoyed it :-) x
Robinson Jr. Avatar
October 19, 2019 at 11:44 AM
Btw ... was listening to this mesmerizing Swing Out Sister song, "If I Had the Heart" while reading your enchanting poem. Hope you enjoy it. Love and more love always. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8mVCUAcL1Q
May Avatar
October 18, 2019 at 1:28 PM
Interesting I will have to try this recipe, Oh my Gosh Elaine this is totally 1st place material, so well done my friend!
Perrin Avatar
October 20, 2019 at 11:57 AM
Thanks so much Bobby :-) x
De Beaulieu Avatar
October 18, 2019 at 12:26 PM
Hello Elaine Perrin, that is a strong love potion. Have a nice day my friend.
De Beaulieu Avatar
February 13, 2025 at 9:12 AM
Hello elaine I hope the love potion last a long, long time. Have a nice day my friend. /Darlene/
Perrin Avatar
October 20, 2019 at 11:57 AM
Thank you Darlene :-) x
Gondolf Avatar
October 18, 2019 at 11:27 AM
This is a wonderful poem you have penned, Elaine, with a little bit of a dark flavor to it. I think this will do well in the contest. Best of luck. Hugs, John
Perrin Avatar
October 20, 2019 at 11:56 AM
Thanks so much John :-) x
Roper Avatar
October 18, 2019 at 10:34 AM
A great deep poem, Elaine, good luck in the contest.
Perrin Avatar
October 20, 2019 at 11:55 AM
Thanks Eve :-) x
Andresen Avatar
October 18, 2019 at 3:44 AM
- A wonderful poem, Elaine ... mystery and creepy, which I like :) - A top winning poem I guess ... good luck :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Perrin Avatar
October 20, 2019 at 11:54 AM
Thanks you Anne-Lise :-) x
Lamoureux Avatar
October 17, 2019 at 7:16 PM
Ooh, dark and delicious. Great story telling. ;0)
Perrin Avatar
October 20, 2019 at 11:54 AM
Thank you Richard :-) x
Keady Avatar
October 17, 2019 at 5:10 PM
You are amazing...! I have this on rewind .. i just keep feasting my eyes re-reading... no luck needed as you should take Gold.. well it's gold from me. I don't know how you do it.. but you just keep doing what you do... bestest DAMO x
Perrin Avatar
October 20, 2019 at 11:53 AM
Thank you for another amazing comment Damo :-) x
Mcconnell Avatar
October 17, 2019 at 4:06 PM
A lovely penned piece Elaine, good imagery with nice rhyme too. Your writing is proving quite a potion for us to feast our eyes upon.
Perrin Avatar
October 20, 2019 at 11:52 AM
Hi Gordon Thank you so much :-) x
Chiri Avatar
October 17, 2019 at 1:29 PM
Nice one girl!;) loved this sounds like a winner to me!;) good luck but I doubt you need it!;)
Perrin Avatar
October 17, 2019 at 1:34 PM
Aww thanks so much Brenda :-) x
Callus Avatar
October 17, 2019 at 12:42 PM
I have enjoyed your creative output, Elaine. Any phone number or email address where those interested can contact you:) Regards // paul
Perrin Avatar
October 17, 2019 at 1:07 PM
Thank you Paul. So happy you enjoyed it. Can you private message on this ? I’m on my phone, may need to dig the laptop out as it seems to have more features on there :-) x
Theraven Avatar
October 17, 2019 at 11:04 AM
Elaine, I like the passion'd darts in your Rhyme. I'll take a baker's dozen please. Chris' comment is spot on. -Richard
Perrin Avatar
October 17, 2019 at 1:05 PM
Thank you so much Richard :-) x
Green Avatar
October 17, 2019 at 9:21 AM
That was really creepy and so well conceived and written. One of the best I have read for this contest and one of the best I have read period. This was really cool.
Perrin Avatar
October 17, 2019 at 9:54 AM
Thank you for your very kind comment Chris :-) I’m so happy you liked it x
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