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Entry for Pick-A-Title, Vol 49 Poetry Contest: Sponsored by: Edward Ibeh 

 

 

Nepenthe

Once found upon my lover's lips;
when softly pressed against my own
all else I knew it did eclipse,
and all away was sorrow thrown;
until the next morn's dreaded dawn
did wash away with virgin light.
Then, once again, my mind was torn
and thrown into its daily fight.
I long outstayed the lover's kiss;
its hypnotic opiate haze,
seductive, comforting abyss;
now, all the reds and blues are grays.
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Ibeh Avatar
March 2, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Heartiest congratulations on your win in my contest with this wonderfully composed write, Terry. A rather short write yet packs quite a wollop. Nice work indeed.
Miller Avatar
March 3, 2025 at 2:38 AM
Thank you Edward for the kind comments, placement and for running these interesting contests
Wolf Avatar
February 18, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Agree with David below... and I now I am richer for knowing the word 'nepenthe.' TY for filling my coffers, Terry. :) gw
Miller Avatar
February 19, 2025 at 12:59 AM
yw, gw
Crandall Avatar
February 16, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Lyrical - nice write!
Miller Avatar
February 19, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Thank you David appreciate your visit and compliment
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