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Rambling, Rundown, Rapture Words Poetry Contest   

                                            Sponsored by Constance La France

First Place

                                      image by bing.com

Rapture

Candid and fully exposed as the theatre’s light dims
She stands poised, dauntless disciplined and statuesque  
A stance both stalwart and defiant yet supple are her limbs
Mango hued flower, shoulder's thrown back thrusting her breast

He sits rapped by intrigue as he studies her movement
A silver fox and raven mane is neatly brushed regally back 
To beautify him further would take divine improvement
Only to be bathed in her impassioned embrace does he lack

Swirls of sangria red fabric charge like El toro spark undulating trails
Laced in pearly white with azure blue print mesmerize and highlight
And flow about her generous hips in a rage of billowing canvas sails
Flamenco dancers firm legs are revealed in fish nets that boldly invite

Whilst her furtive glimpse ignites his cavalier bon vivant smile
She bewiles with onyx eyes that glisten and fingers splayed for effect
He connects in a flash with a performers come hither guile
Upon times eternal river this fiery night's tryst they shall reflect
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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La France Avatar
April 23, 2024 at 5:42 AM
Anaya, congratulations on your win in my contest with this impressive poem, I love the image and quote too, Constance
Anaya Avatar
June 15, 2024 at 5:20 PM
Belated thank you, dear Constance, sorry I missed this rave review!
Goldsmith Avatar
February 28, 2024 at 8:23 AM
Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed watching the dance as I read your wonderful write. Have a great/fun day writing away...............
Anaya Avatar
June 15, 2024 at 5:19 PM
Thank you, Paula! Sorry I missed this rave review!
Fowler Avatar
February 28, 2024 at 6:37 AM
I love the heat and passion of flamenco. This phrase "A silver fox and raven mane " - perfect. A fav for me BFF. Also big congratulations! :)
Anaya Avatar
June 15, 2024 at 5:19 PM
Thank you, Linda Alice! Sorry I missed this rave review bff
George Avatar
February 28, 2024 at 4:38 AM
This is poetry of the finest kind, dear Anaya. Sorry for the lack of time that I don't read the poems of many of my favorites here. B/w Did you write the poem seeing the image or did you choose an apt image to go with the poem? "And flow about her generous hips in a rage of billowing canvas sails Flamenco dancer's firm legs are revealed in fish nets that boldly invite" Beautifully sensuous....Indeed fantastic...! Congratulations on your well-deserved win.
Anaya Avatar
February 28, 2024 at 9:27 AM
I found the perfect image to complement my already formed desires & experiences as a flamenco dancer in my youth, Valsa. My mother was very creative and loved flamenco dancing and put me in routines with her. "Sonnet For Gloria" Many of the terms I've become acquainted with the terms here on PS. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment. Blessings~Anaya
Volumes Avatar
February 27, 2024 at 11:25 PM
Exquisite poem my friend. Congrats on a well deserved win. Flamenco dancers are so exciting and poised and you described her to a tee. Just beautiful.
Narain Avatar
February 27, 2024 at 9:04 AM
Hello Anaya. Nice to find your poem in the winner list. Beautiful poem.
Anaya Avatar
February 27, 2024 at 9:20 AM
I'm overjoyed, Jay. Congratulations on your win as well!
Romios Avatar
February 21, 2024 at 7:19 PM
You made this poem dance on the page~and as intoxicating as Sangria! Hugs, Pangie xx
Anaya Avatar
February 22, 2024 at 8:58 AM
Delighted you enjoyed Pangie! xo
Buhagiar Avatar
February 20, 2024 at 11:53 AM
I love Spanish dancing. The tapping of shoes, the swirl of wide skirts, so colorful. The sound of the castanets. So romantic. So beautiful.
Anaya Avatar
February 20, 2024 at 2:15 PM
So do I! I grew up with it. Thank you for your visit. :)
Kauffman Avatar
February 20, 2024 at 11:30 AM
What a wonderful twirling, fiery picture of romance all dressed up in the metaphor of the sensual "flamenco" inspired by Susan's energy charged poem. This poem literally dances off of the page! I agree with Susan - "Ole!" You have written a deeply emotional piece in colors that twirl in the colors and images of sangria. Wonderful word pairings. Really enjoyed this romantic slice of life written from both perspectives! Blessings!
Anaya Avatar
February 20, 2024 at 2:17 PM
Both perspectives, hoping that it's rapture, the contest requires, Sam. I'm delighted that you enjoyed. I am grateful for you pointing out what you like my poetess friend. Blessings
Ashley Avatar
February 19, 2024 at 6:35 PM
Dear Anaya, rapture, indeed! Such a passionate portrayal of the fiery flamenco dancer and her ardent admirer! Beautiful, lyrical verse, love the rhymes, and so enjoyed the dynamic, dramatic imagery "Swirls of sangria red fabric charge like El toro." - ¡Olé! A fantastic piece, your poetic pen blazes hotter than the sun, dear poetess. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan P.S. a beautiful painting too!
Anaya Avatar
February 20, 2024 at 2:18 PM
:)
Ashley Avatar
February 19, 2024 at 7:18 PM
Ah, shared inspiration is the best inspiration. I am both touched and thrilled to know that your wondrous work of art was inspired by “Wild Mango Fandango”. Thank you my friend..
Anaya Avatar
February 19, 2024 at 6:50 PM
Ah, 'twas your luscious "Wild Mango Fandango" trophy win that inspired this one, Susan, chévere ! I just loved it. Thank you, ¡Olé! aha Anaya
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