~ Painting Mona Lisa ~

Absolutely enchanting I thought ~

As I drew the curtains wider, to allow in a bit more light....

Returning unto the canvas and dipping my brush

Into a slightly brighter shade of beige 

Thinking perhaps just a touch more violet, a dab of red, and, a stroke of amber

Until, I heard the door bell ring, breaking, this mesmerized trance....

Sitting my palette down, and lying my brush aside, atop a colored cloth

I turned to see who it was, that was there?

"Hold on dear, I shall be right back," I whispered

As she smiled amid a radiance, that stopped me within my steps

How rarely seldom does one get a chance like this I thought?

If it is truly important and I know them

Then they shall kindly call, or possibly even leave myself a note

Besides, what an unpleasant reflection it would be, to even but for an instant

Interrupt this dream....

For no greater beauty have I ever beheld, nor have I ever found, then this 

Perfection within everyway I believe, is whom she is ~

"What's wrong," she asked, "are you not going to see who it is?"

Glistening eyes, as I fixated upon her own, mirrors, of an endless hue

"No, not right now dear," as I then, poured her a drink

Smiling as she gracefully arose, proposing a toast I said

"To this moment, this day, to you and I, this time, and, amore"....

As I slowly reached forth my hand, to tenderly caress her rosen cheek

And to glide my fingers gently, through her shining auburn hair

"Here dear," leading her loveliness softly, "here, sit right there

That the sunlight may embrace your boundless beauty

This magnificence of your splendor, these wonders, from whom you truly are" ~

Glowingly she smiled once more, as with a passion, I then kissed her perfect lips

"I love you," she uttered

While as the mornings dew lit rays, reflected upon her enchantedness 

As a glittering arose about my own heart, and a warming, within my now raptured soul  

"So do I my love, I love you more," I returned

Retrieving my brush, my palette and my cloth

Exchanging glances amid knowing thoughts, these souls, so intertwined ~

"Excellent, do not move dear" 

As always was captured forever, within, this moment right here....

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                                 ~ Painting, Mona Lisa ~
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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George   Avatar
December 2, 2008 at 11:46 PM
Amazing! You painted a very vivid picture with your words, my friend. Thank you for sharing. Lainie
Moreno Avatar
December 1, 2008 at 11:32 AM
Excellent write here, this is a masterpiece in its own. You captured possible thoughts; special moments are required during an art session. You blessed us with the moment you took to write this masterful piece. As an artist and poet I applaud you for this wonderful poem...Raul
Lokken Avatar
November 29, 2008 at 8:46 AM
A very beautiful and romantic poem. Loved the imagery and sentiments of this very well-written piece of yours. Love, Sara:)
Gass Avatar
November 29, 2008 at 6:08 AM
This is a beautiful piece. John. So rich and full of emotion. A wonderful write. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and I have never considered myself that way. But you sir, are kind and truly a gentleman. I'm glad you liked the Greatest Gift. I would like to write more pieces like that. As always thank you for your kind and thoughtful words. (Psalms 31:30.) May God bless you always. Love Robin
Reynolds Avatar
November 29, 2008 at 3:29 AM
What a cool interpratation on what Da Vinci may have been thinking whale painting her/him/mona lisa - the duality and perfection of man and woman - whole. beautiful, john, love, Kristin
Matheny Avatar
November 28, 2008 at 6:28 PM
I think it is most outstanding write I have ever read in my life. It shows passion of which the painting of Mona Lisa took place. You show such creativity in all of your writings That is why I love talking with you. And also cause I think that because I've never had a male figure in my life that it is why I look so much up to you. ^.^ My Dearest Most Loving Father Figure I Thank You, Love Alexz Matheny. . . And yes we have a deal! >.>
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November 28, 2008 at 6:27 PM
Breathtaking, you captured the essence of what true beauty and adoration are, her presence in the room was electric, his eyes alight with her enchanting presence, no-one allowed to disturb this moment, you have painted more than Mona Lisa, this my friend is a work of art, I fell in love with this poem, it's stunning, my admiration for you is as bright as the red, amber and violet on the canvas, God Bless you my Friend, with love and respect Julie x
Baker Avatar
November 27, 2008 at 3:27 PM
John I think this is a very wonderful writing. I can see within it so much emotion and romance. It is so beautiful to read.
Lakhera Avatar
November 27, 2008 at 1:12 PM
John this is superb. How much beauty in these special words. Mona Lisa is an amazing thing to watch and so is this poem an extraordinary thing to be read. It sure holds a beautiful one entwined in the pens of a great poet:) I wish this could be taken. Thanks always for your concern. I wish you are fine as well. Take care, Chitra
Christian Avatar
November 26, 2008 at 1:37 AM
hiya how are you doing, the children are now alive in the Lord Jesus, hope all is well, this is a good write on mona lisa, God bless you always John, we thinking of you love from diane
Loving Iii Avatar
November 25, 2008 at 4:25 PM
what a beautiful imagination. jhl
Gorelick Avatar
November 25, 2008 at 2:31 PM
I'll bet it happened just like that..or hope it did..It reads like a story you cant put down. Love it. BG
Torres Avatar
November 25, 2008 at 2:06 PM
John what a great imagination you have written here. I tried commenting on your poem's sveral times and I was having difficulties getting through. I know from reading other commet's this sight has had alot of technical difficulties. I didn't understand what was going on and I was concern that I had maybe somehow offended my friend and It was bothering me because I have so much respect for you John. This is a clever write andagainJohn youareavalued friend. God bless you and your's Michael
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November 25, 2008 at 12:46 PM
Isn't she a captivating sight...Mona Lisa?? A face to study, to take in, and wonder what is going through her mind at the time. Well done, John. Lovely, lovely poem. ~ Carrie
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