Paradise

i swim in the pools of your eyes
lost in depths, a cascading thought
stumbles through mind in misted cries
wondering could your heart be sought?

i've tumbled once on rocks of past
drowning in the depths, my heart sank
its echo, a thunderous blast
left me jaded, a soulless blank

my heart pounds fast, my mind thinks twice
wondering is love what it seems
is in you found true paradise
or oasis of lusted dreams?

i stand in this moment aglow
lost within the depths of your eyes
lured in the thrust of your shadow
i surrender in breathless sighs

September 26, 2019
N-A Rerun 3 poetry contest
Sponsored by John Hamilton

September 21, 2019
Picturesque Rhyme Poetry Contest n/a
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Ashley Avatar
September 30, 2019 at 6:55 PM
I love the vulnerable and romantic beauty of your expressive poem, Sandra. Your last line is a stunning finale that has me surrendering to the unguarded emotions of this exceptional piece. Congratulations on your wonderful win. Warmest wishes always my friend.. ~Susan
Adams Avatar
September 30, 2019 at 7:02 PM
Thank you Susan...not often i write in rhyme or of beauty so both put in one poem are a challenge for me :) hugs
Lamoureux Avatar
September 28, 2019 at 12:58 PM
Congrats on a well deserved win.
Adams Avatar
September 28, 2019 at 1:06 PM
Thank you so much Rick :) hugs
There Avatar
September 26, 2019 at 10:09 PM
Congratulations, Sandra <3
Adams Avatar
September 27, 2019 at 10:19 AM
Thank you my friend :) hugs
Hamilton Avatar
September 26, 2019 at 7:27 PM
I can't believe this got an N/A, well you picked a good one for this contest, congrats on another top win!
Adams Avatar
September 26, 2019 at 7:35 PM
Thank you so much John...you know how i struggle with my rhyme so this win really made me smile tonight... hugs :)
Green Avatar
September 23, 2019 at 7:50 AM
Wow, you took the contest photo in an entirely new direction and I love it. A paradise among the flowing waters and the lush landscape, such a beautiful offering. Desire is definitely rushing through those waters.
Adams Avatar
September 23, 2019 at 9:13 AM
Thank you my friend...you know me and rhyme and the struggle with it....so started thinking of how to pen this one with rhyme...i didn't want to describe the scene i wanted to tie it in somehow...not sure if it will work for the contest judge but it was a fun write... hugs :)
One Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 2:01 PM
Very romantic indeed, an insight to your love for another.... an enjoyable read..
Adams Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 2:16 PM
Thank you S.O...the photo brought this one out...:) hugs
Mcintosh Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 2:06 AM
You write some of the most romantic poetry I've seen here... I'm sure you're blessed with a heavenly love who shares your heartfelt dreams. God bless you and your wonderful poem with a win
Adams Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 10:05 AM
Thank you Regina, what a sweet thing to say... this contest had a picture of a waterfall, this is just what my muse came up with for the given photo :) Blessings and hugs to you my friend
Wolf Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 10:39 PM
Cynic that I am, I went all in for the question in the third stanza "...or oasis of lusted dreams?" A bit surprised that the answer was Paradise, but secretly glad at heart. SUPER entry for the contest, Sandra! Best wishes, Gershon
Adams Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 10:44 PM
lol...you know me and my sad poems all to well but sometimes my muse throws some softer ones out there...can't make rainbows without sun and rain right? Thank you my friend :) hugs
There Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 10:03 PM
Beautiful, Sandra ~ a guarded heart finally giving in to a moment of pure bliss <3 Enjoy ;) Good luck in the contest!
Adams Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 10:33 PM
thank you...it was just what fell from my muse...and much thought to make it rhyme and fit the given photo...:) hugs
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 9:41 PM
The depth of a heart in love knows no bounds Sandra. This is very beautiful! I am sure this will please Eve. xxoo
Adams Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 9:47 PM
Thank you so much my friend, i always struggle with rhyme, the picture was so alluring to my muse that i had to attempt it...hugs :)
Theraven Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 9:10 PM
Sandra, Well now. In the words of Julie Andrews.., 'these are a few of my favorite things'. Perfect for another Saturday night (a la Sam Cooke). -Richard
Adams Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 9:23 PM
Thank you Richard! :)
Ball Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 6:47 PM
This is absolutely lovely Sandra. Beautiful emotion. The feeling of a wounded heart reaching just once more. Great stuff. God Bless, JB
Adams Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 7:48 PM
Thank you so much Judy...i seem to always put a touch of sadness in my softer poems too...:) hugs, God Bless you my friend
Mcconnell Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 4:10 PM
This piece deserves to be in paradise Sandy, stunningly beautiful indesd. Have a blessed weekend,poetry hugs , Gordon
Adams Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 4:17 PM
awww Thank you for your kind words today Gordon, this one took a bit to write....have a blessed weekend my friend :) hugs
Chiri Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 3:13 PM
Wow woman! I am stunned! This is so fabulous! And what's up with your muse? She has been pretty lighthearted lately! Ok maybe a bit sad in parts but come on you have most definitely been rocking it!;)
Adams Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 3:31 PM
She's been offering her dark tones, but throwing some beauty in...it all started with a few contests wanting beauty after my trip to montana, it seems that trip inspired me with some gorgeous images...i think my barren fields was the first of them, it got potd but this one was written for a contest off a beautiful image... thank you for your kind words my friend :) hugs
Hamilton Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 3:04 PM
This is stunningly written Sandy, just beautiful! Already a winner to me!
Adams Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 3:23 PM
Thank you John...you know me and rhyme and the challenge it brings, so hearing this from you made me happy...i read this one over and over several times before posting it.... hugs :)
Pandit Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 2:19 PM
First ever rhyme I have seen from you --though I am sure you write them often enough. Indeed a picturesque write, Sandy..I heard the caution in the opening lines..but liked the turn.. lost in depth of eyes..can't go wrong there.
Adams Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 2:31 PM
Thank you my friend...my rhymes are not often good, i struggle in them, i did the enclosed rhyme for dear hearts contest that was POTD, but i do not pen them often, only when a contest requires it and sparks my muse...:) hugs
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