Meet Me In Naples

We strolled hand in hand
along Naples cobbled streets
beneath nearly blown- off linen sheets
Hanging  from old  balconies.

Street musicians played their bagpipes
ciaramellas,mandarins
In this southern bustling city
where the crowd will never sleep.

Blessed by silent moments
in Duomo di San Gennaro
I knelt down on my knees
Prayed for health ,and for serenity
For strangers ,and for loved ones
who shared different beliefs.

At Da Michele pizza parlour
We shared pizza bites and laughter
Savoured different flavours, of pepperoni
King prawns and provolone cheese.
Fresh oregano filled the air with its pungent smell 
on that once upon a summer breeze.

At Sunset,far from gothic abbeys we wandered
Through alleys walked,our lips touched and kissed
Next  to lit antique street lamps 
Our vacant eyes met,these hearts have been blissed.

A romantic getaway to Naples
New memories in making
Close to Michelangelo's masterpiece
Unveiling virtues and sins,without verdict
Creating  on  life's canvas, our oil -painting.

Sitting at the edge of the city
Facing the mediterranean sea
Its there where I see you
 Arms wrapped around me
Gazing in distance
Watching the last boat 
set sails to be free.

Tonight, like many other nights
Its there where I hear you
Soft whisper of a thousand melodies
Tonight, It is there where I'll find you
Oncemore in my dreams.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2018



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Date: 9/19/2023 6:42:00 PM
The praise of a city. We have New Orleans.
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Date: 9/15/2023 7:17:00 AM
I see this one did quite well for you. Not hard to see why. You immerse us in the scents, tastes, colors and sounds of Naples, enjoyed with a sweet and cherished beau. And yet, as with many of your writings, there's a sadness, forlornness, a longing. This poem makes me happy, and yet sad. But it's epic Charmaine
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Date: 7/17/2019 3:07:00 PM
A FAV in my book! So grateful you are at the Soup, as I told you previously. Blessings, Panagiota
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Date: 7/16/2018 11:46:00 PM
I will never have to go to Naples now, I can re-read your poem, which transports me instantly there. Whimsical and fun, but charming also.
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Date: 7/1/2018 7:30:00 PM
You took the reader on a wonderful journey with you. A amazing poem.
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Date: 6/29/2018 7:12:00 PM
Wonderful write Char, welcome back, this sounds like a song to me!!
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Date: 6/28/2018 2:40:00 PM
Beautiful and so romantic, Charmaine, congratulations on POTD.. Hugs Eve
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Date: 6/27/2018 10:16:00 PM
A romantic and wistful poem so beautifully expressed Charmaine. Congratulations on your wonderful POTD honors. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
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Date: 6/27/2018 10:11:00 PM
Dream well. Love the line ..soft whisper of a thousand melodies Well done! Keep writing, Kathy
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Date: 6/27/2018 6:28:00 PM
You took me back to the early 70's when I was last in Naples, they had bustling street markets then...welcome back and congratulations on POTD
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Date: 6/27/2018 6:16:00 PM
Congratulations on your Potd. I enjoyed your vivid descriptions.
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Date: 6/27/2018 4:58:00 PM
Congratulations on your well deserved POTD with your beautifully written poem Charmaine, a joy to read. :))
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Date: 6/27/2018 3:59:00 PM
I can relate to this beautiful poem with such fond memories. Italy has such magnificent charm as does this wonderful poem. Congratulations on a very deserving POTD Charmaine! : )
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Date: 6/27/2018 10:21:00 AM
Beautiful breathless piece Charmaine, and that last stanza, the tenderness with a hint of sadness. Congratulations on potd dear poetess. xomo
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Date: 6/27/2018 9:33:00 AM
Congrats!!! on your POTD! Charmaine...beautifully portrayed my friend...and welcome back too...love & light...^WW^
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Date: 6/27/2018 9:21:00 AM
In reading comments I see this is POTD. A big congrats Charmaine.
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Date: 6/27/2018 9:20:00 AM
I am sure many would want to accept this invitation. What a tremendous piece. Hugs Rick.
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Date: 6/27/2018 9:19:00 AM
A truly talented poet back with us! Congratulations.
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Date: 6/27/2018 9:17:00 AM
Beautiful poem, Charmaine. Congrats on POTD! //Warren
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Date: 6/27/2018 9:03:00 AM
Very lovely poem Charmaine. "Soft whisper of a thousand melodies" .. haunting line. Congratulations on POTD! ~ Judy
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Date: 6/27/2018 8:49:00 AM
Very nice Charmaine! Congratulations for POTD :)
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Date: 6/27/2018 8:34:00 AM
Congrats on POTD...
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Date: 6/27/2018 8:23:00 AM
Romantic scenes and lusty dreams fill the depths of this sensual travelogue. Would love to visit Naples. Congrats on POTD.
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Date: 6/27/2018 8:03:00 AM
Charmaine, this is such exquisite poetry. I was truly transported to Italy. congrats on your POTD xxoo
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Date: 6/27/2018 7:39:00 AM
Many congrats on POTD Charms, so good to see you back on soup:-) hugs Jan xx
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