John Watt Poet Sonnet

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Out of the Desert

Stiff, stifling, arid air: snakes, lizards, sand,
and cactus. Scorched red rocks and baking skin.
My canteen empty in a barren land -
my romance landscape till first love walked in.
One summer evening under moon's cool beam,
the desert's xeric heat no longer cursed.
Lazing with friends. A pool... in walked my dream.
First glance: a tall, cool drink to slake all thirst.
Then as her eyes met mine, my blood ran warm.
My hand touched hers; both temp and pulse were raised.
In time, slow dancing - two bodies conform,
and with that first kiss, fulgent flames soon blazed.
The desert heat from which I'd just emerged
blithely returned, as first love's swelter surged.

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Andrea Dietrich August 15, 2020 at 2:43 PM wow, I am finishing with an AMAZING sonnet. I see you left the meter a few times (but this is not such a bad thing) and you did some awesome enjambment. I love metaphor so much in poetry and this is one of your best sonnets. So I finish my day off with you by giving this a fave! John Watt August 15, 2020 at 3:32 PM AH, your affirmation is so meaningful to me, Andrea. Thank you for going back into the archives and making specific notes on this sonnet. As you know, your sonnet writing is my beacon, so to get your fave and approval is like an Olympic gold medal to me.

Jeanne Mcgee August 3, 2020 at 7:34 AM Ah, that first meeting to melt the heart...fulgent flames! what a great word set. Congrats John John Watt August 3, 2020 at 9:01 AM Grateful for your thoughtful words today, Jeanne. I imagine I might have gotten slapped if I told her she ignited my fulgent flames, lol!

Aditi Mishra August 2, 2020 at 12:46 AM Glad I read it again. It is surely an epitome of gracious love that blooms hope in deserts. Congratulations on your win for this one my friend :) John Watt August 3, 2020 at 8:57 AM I greatly appreciate the second read and comment and congratulations, my friend.

Evelyn Judy Buehler August 1, 2020 at 9:59 AM A romantic and lovely telling of the thirst for love quenched. The rich and beautiful imagery adds to the tale. Congratulations on your win. Blessings. :) John Watt August 1, 2020 at 1:15 PM Your lovely comment fills my heart with gratitude, Evelyn. You know how to bring a smile to your poetry friend. Blessings ~ John

Eve Roper July 31, 2020 at 3:56 PM Beautiful poem, John, great imagery and feeling. Congratulations on your win. Hugs Eve John Watt July 31, 2020 at 4:17 PM Thank you, my wonderful friend! Hugs ~ John

Gordon Mcconnell June 10, 2020 at 3:37 PM Great write John, loved the romantic tones hidden behind the meaning of the piece, Hope all is well with the family and yourself, Blessings always, Gordon John Watt July 30, 2020 at 4:15 PM Thank you for the kind words, Gordon. Family and myself all doing well ~ John

Aditi Mishra June 10, 2020 at 3:07 PM What a gripping tale of a poignant romance! It drenched with mystic love and divinity at the same time. I love the rhythm of your words as they pace towards the end and then become calm. This is a beautiful one dear friend. Best wishes for the contest :) John Watt June 10, 2020 at 3:14 PM Thank you, as always, for a careful read and thoughtful comment. You are a blessing ~ John

Michelle Faulkner June 9, 2020 at 5:07 PM Wow, I need some ice after reading this - I really like your creative rhymes, like 'curse/thirst' and 'raised/blazed' - and tying that into a love-barren desert was a stroke of genius - should be a high placement in the contest! John Watt June 9, 2020 at 5:54 PM Ha ha! I always feel a little self conscious tossing a heated write out to a mixed audience... (or really, any audience!) Thank you for the kind review, Michelle ~ John

Arturo Michael June 9, 2020 at 9:03 AM She satisfied your thirst...no better drink than that from the fountain of love...Well expressed John Watt June 9, 2020 at 3:29 PM Your words are true. Thank you Arturo for your visits and kind words today, they truly mean so much to me. Much appreciated ~ John

JC Brul June 9, 2020 at 4:02 AM Such a passionate piece! Brilliantly woven with superb imagery! A fave! John Watt June 9, 2020 at 3:28 PM I'm glad you liked it, my friend. Your kind words always mean a lot to me, and thanks for the fave!

Tom Cunningham June 8, 2020 at 3:37 PM Love the imagery in this well written sonnet John. Good luck in the contest Tom John Watt June 8, 2020 at 5:20 PM Thank you Tom for the read and kind words ~ John

Darlene De Beaulieu June 8, 2020 at 2:38 PM Hello John Watt, i like the way you described the dessert. I like the way you described the lady. Enjoy your poem. Have a nice day my friend. Darlene De Beaulieu June 9, 2020 at 5:12 PM Hello John Watt, you are welcome. Enjoy your day my friend. John Watt June 8, 2020 at 3:36 PM Hi Darlene, I hope your day is going very well. Thank you for stopping by with your kind words about my poem ~ John