Opal Stars, Velvet Dreams

~ My thirst now deep ~ I long to quench to sip this periwinkle wine In goblets cut of harvest moons impassioned pleas now cast of time Tender kisses ~ sonnets placed on fevered lips near rainbow streams In golden castles made of sand I've knelt beside you in my dreams As whispered winds ~ I've called to you before the dew of morning beads and sunlight forms the northern star, in measured breaths of tempted needs In rustled leaves ~ I've heard your voice beneath the dark where crickets play That echoed through my aching heart harmonic to the light of day From mountain top ~ my vision soars ‘cross fertile valleys emerald green In search of perfect precious love amidst this beauty I have seen Beyond the shades ~ of here and now I've felt your breath beneath my skin I've tasted sweet your tender smile and felt the longing deep within For in this mist ~ of moistened glow the heart reflects on distant wing In melodies of long ago, desires silent evenings bring With opal stars ~ I write your name in shimmered streaks across the night Where darkened velvet curtains fall on windswept dreams of sweet delight And now we stand ~ together pure a' glow this jasmine moon above Two fires of a single flame among the rhyme of written love Wishes fly ~ on silver whims far beyond each silent cloud As evening finds us lost again in precious love forever vowed ~
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Cozart Avatar
October 28, 2019 at 9:58 AM
Beautifully metered, Chris. Nice write.
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October 28, 2019 at 10:25 AM
Thanks so very much Dale.
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October 25, 2019 at 6:24 AM
OH, yes - you did it to me again - I've got a poem buzz going on big time. Your lines are always inspirational gold and so totally good that I want to be you. You weave beauty in breathtaking ways that are all awe-inhales. Love this. Poetry hugs ... CayCay
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October 25, 2019 at 8:09 AM
Thank you so very much my friend. I appreciate you taking the time to visit, read and to leave such a nice comment for me. Just be you CayCay, you are wonderful. : )
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October 3, 2019 at 3:16 AM
... I don't need wings ... with this wonderful poem ... I already hover in the clouds ... Wooow ... - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Green Avatar
October 3, 2019 at 7:19 AM
Thank you so very much my friend. I am happy you liked this
Leiser Avatar
October 2, 2019 at 2:29 PM
Simply gorgeous poetry, Chris! Your lilting and rhythmic words simply sing! Enjoyed this very much! :)
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October 2, 2019 at 2:35 PM
Thank you so very much Laura. It is so nice to see you again.
Romios Avatar
October 2, 2019 at 7:40 AM
I am blown away!!!!!! This is a hurricane of poetic beauty, Panagiota
Green Avatar
October 2, 2019 at 9:02 AM
Thank you so very much my friend. I appreciate your kindness
Teagan Avatar
October 2, 2019 at 7:36 AM
goodness, this is one of the most romantic writes ever. Very nice imagery at ever turn. always~
Green Avatar
October 2, 2019 at 8:59 AM
Hey there Becca!!! It is so nice to see you again. I appreciate you stopping by to read and leaving such a nice comment. Don't be such a stranger, I miss your wonderful poetry.
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October 2, 2019 at 7:16 AM
WoW! Chris, You took your reader on lovely journey filled with love and romance. Your imagery and content is always spot on. I enjoyed reading you this morning. Have a wonderful day my friend:-) Alexis
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October 2, 2019 at 8:56 AM
Thank you Alexis. You are so sweet to me my friend, I appreciate you so much.
Warrior Avatar
October 2, 2019 at 6:44 AM
Superbly executed my talented friend...you are a wizard of words Chris...especially in the love department...or should I say the women's department lol...^WW^ :o)
Green Avatar
October 2, 2019 at 8:55 AM
Well, the women's department is much bigger than any Men's department. Just walk in any department store and you will see. : ) Thanks so much my friend.
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October 2, 2019 at 3:26 AM
I love the way this beautiful poem flows. Definitely One of my favourites :-) x
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October 2, 2019 at 8:54 AM
Thank you so very much Elaine. I am thrilled you liked this one.
Chiri Avatar
October 1, 2019 at 11:38 PM
A smile from my lips to this beautiful piece! Your talent again astounds me! Leaving me breathless and SIGH.... so dreamy!;) lol loved it my friend! Your muse is on top of things it seems!;)
Green Avatar
October 2, 2019 at 8:53 AM
Thank you so very much Brenda for your kind thoughts and encouragement
Hamilton Avatar
October 1, 2019 at 9:45 PM
So romantic, the king of romance poems is back!!
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October 2, 2019 at 8:53 AM
Thanks John. I appreciate that
Wolf Avatar
October 1, 2019 at 9:43 PM
Just an epic romantic write. Straight into my FAVES, Chris. You have outdone yourself, if that's possible, with this one. Cheers, Gershon
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October 2, 2019 at 8:53 AM
Thank you so very much my friend.
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October 1, 2019 at 6:43 PM
chris - you are a genius when it comes to using the most beautiful language in your poetry and this is the most perfect example of that! i am blown away by this poem...
Green Avatar
October 2, 2019 at 8:52 AM
What a nice thing to say to me Ilene. Thank you so very much my friend.
May Avatar
October 1, 2019 at 6:40 PM
WOW Chris I haven't been around in a while I forgot what a GREAT poet you were!!
Green Avatar
October 2, 2019 at 8:51 AM
Thanks so much Bobby for your kind words.
Sands Avatar
October 1, 2019 at 6:29 PM
You are on a roll Chris. This is yet another favorite for me. Outstanding, beautiful poem to read tonight :)
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October 2, 2019 at 8:48 AM
Thank you Heidi for your constant support and friendship
Adams Avatar
October 1, 2019 at 6:13 PM
perfection with a pen my friend, this one just floats across the page...so many gorgeous images with excellent word choices...i absolutely love this one...i think it's my favorite thus far :) hugs
Green Avatar
October 2, 2019 at 8:47 AM
Your kindness always brings a smile to my heart Sandy. Thank you for always being so nice to me. I am thrilled you liked this
There Avatar
October 1, 2019 at 6:11 PM
I think I will say goodnight with this one. It sings like a lullaby... perfect. A fave <3
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October 2, 2019 at 8:39 AM
I hope you slept well and had beautiful velvet dreams. : ) Thank you so much my friend.
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