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Paradise Lost

Before the days when man first sinned Angels traveled upon the wind Everything magic shone in the night Fairies fluttered, wings shining bright Eve was perfect with long flowing hair Sensuous body, delightfuly bare Adam's body strong, he was a sight They played by day and made love at night Everything perfect, living in the trees Yet trouble called upon a gentle breeze The serpent said taste, this fruit so grand Eve so entranced, she ate from his hand She saved fruit for Adam, he took a bite The garden went dark, no more magic light A sonnet in The Wind Contest. Written September 9th, 2013 Sponsored by: Poetess Darkly

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Barbara Barry-Nishanian

Date: 6/16/2018 5:02:00 PM

A winner in my book too!!!

Skat A

Date: 10/1/2013 8:29:00 PM

sweet win............. LUV.............. SKAT

Sandra Adams

Date: 9/29/2013 7:27:00 PM

you tell this story so beautifully in your sonnet Richard...love this one...congrats on your win :)

Donna Jones

Date: 9/29/2013 9:17:00 AM

Well I see it was your birthday....belated happy one to you..:-) and congratulations on your win here...!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/29/2013 12:31:00 PM

Thanks Donna as long as I don't have to add another year to my tally.

Richard D Seal

Date: 9/11/2013 7:05:00 PM

Makes me wonder how just two people could cause so much trouble lol. This is a striking piece Rick, a familiar story but one of the best writes on it I've read. Take care, Richard

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/29/2013 12:32:00 PM

Thanks Richard, fortunately all will work for good in the end.

Moonbee Canady

Date: 9/10/2013 7:52:00 PM

Very Entrancing, very lyrical, very sensuous and very good ... Enjoyed this read very much ... MoonBee

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/10/2013 8:48:00 PM

Thanks MoonBee.

Poet Tacito

Date: 9/10/2013 12:56:00 PM

Intense! Well told story here. This is why I eat meat & potatoes! Fruits & Veggies (aka rabbit food) will ruin humanity. ;-)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/10/2013 8:49:00 PM

I love my meat and potatoes too. A little salad on the side is okay.

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 9/10/2013 7:49:00 AM

Happy birthday Richard.May God bless you with many happy years. Re your poem..Its definitelly beautiful showing how Our creator made everything perfect and us human ruined it and re ruin it all.Very inspiring thoughts penned..

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/10/2013 8:53:00 PM

Thanks Charmaine. It will all be made perfect again.

Len Gasun

Date: 9/10/2013 1:24:00 AM

Super wow! I love this excellent poem of yours my dear friend Richard. I'm so glad I've stopped by here today as I'm having my siesta time at school. I will fave this. By the way, I see a comment below: Happy happy happy birthday to you! Big big hugs! Thank you so much for sharing! I wish you all the best on your very special day! love lots, Leonora

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 9/10/2013 6:42:00 AM

Thanks Leonora. Yes another year has quickly passed. Hugs back to you.