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Sacred Realm

Sacred Realm

As dawn's light appears in temperate azure skies
Gold rimmed clouds display the hues of heaven.
Untrimmed trees blow in the billowing breeze 
Where verdant leaves re-gift their cooling shade.
As thoughts of you swirl and dance within my mind, how 
We sought each other's kisses beneath these boughs.
How quickly buds soon  bloomed in love's complexion,
A lease of unexpected pleasures as you took possession 
Of my enchanted heart in our sacred realm of eternal bliss.

8-16-19

~Second Place ~
A Summer's Day Redo Poetry Contest
Sponsor Michelle Faulkner

Required Words:
temperate, heaven, gold, untrimmed, shade, buds, complexion, lease, possession,  eternal

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Vladislav Raven Date: 9/3/2019 10:54:00 AM Hi Connie, once more, belated congratulations on your win, in the contest with this beautiful write. So peaceful the feelings as I read down your wonderful words, such tender visions caress the mind as your words unfold. Golden words from a golden heart. A fave. Have a wonderful Tuesday. Hugs....Mike. XX Login to Reply Connie Marcum Wong Date: 9/3/2019 1:06:00 PM Thank you very much Mike. I was very happy with my placement because it is the first time I've ever placed in one of her contests. You know I appreciate your lovely comment and Fave. Blessings, Connie xxoo

Sandra Adams Date: 8/30/2019 7:56:00 PM i adored this one the first time around, it was worth the second read, so lovely my friend, congrats on your win :) hugs Login to Reply Connie Marcum Wong Date: 8/30/2019 8:23:00 PM Thank you very much Sandra. I was very happy and surprised with my second placement. I am glad you liked it. xxoo

Andrea Dietrich Date: 8/30/2019 6:14:00 PM wow, what a great placement for this poem, Connie. Congratulations. somehow i missed ever seeing this one of yours here. Login to Reply Connie Marcum Wong Date: 8/30/2019 8:25:00 PM Thank you very much Andrea. I don't post that often but have been trying to enter more contests. xxoo

Kurt Ravidas Date: 8/30/2019 3:09:00 PM A beautiful anthem of nature and love. Congrats, Connie) Login to Reply Connie Marcum Wong Date: 8/30/2019 4:00:00 PM Thank you very much Kurt. I love to read the Browning's poetry. Elizabeth was being courted by Robert when she wrote "How Do I Love Thee". xxoo

Jennifer Proxenos Date: 8/29/2019 11:29:00 PM Hi Connie, Congratulations my friend - a beautiful poem and a much deserved win. Hugs, Jennifer. Login to Reply Connie Marcum Wong Date: 8/30/2019 4:02:00 PM Thank you very much. There were so many gorgeous entries, I was surprised to receive such a high placement. xxoo

Michelle Faulkner Date: 8/29/2019 3:06:00 PM I love the romantic spirit of this, so beautiful, congratulations on your placement! Login to Reply Connie Marcum Wong Date: 8/29/2019 5:40:00 PM This poem was inspired by Elizabeth who wrote her famous poem 'How do I love thee' while being courted by Robert Browning. I am thrilled with my Second Placement in your contest Michelle. Thank you for your contest that enticed me to write this poem. You certainly received some fantastic entries. Mahalo Nui Loa! xxoo

Brenda Chiri Date: 8/23/2019 11:38:00 AM Connie this was an amazing read! ;) Login to Reply

Elizabeth Kinch Date: 8/21/2019 2:28:00 AM Wow, you've woven those words into a stunning write Connie, I love it. Login to Reply Connie Marcum Wong Date: 8/21/2019 3:45:00 AM Thank you for such encouraging words Elizabeth. I appreciate it very much. xxoo

Heidi Sands Date: 8/18/2019 9:52:00 AM Very nice. Beautifully written, using those words! Login to Reply Connie Marcum Wong Date: 8/21/2019 3:44:00 AM They were a bit of a challenge Heidi. Not sure if Michelle will like this but I had to try. Thank you very much Heidi. xxoo

Silent One Date: 8/18/2019 4:52:00 AM Brilliant use of words to create vivid imagery... Login to Reply Connie Marcum Wong Date: 8/21/2019 3:41:00 AM Thank you very much Silent. xxoo

Susan Ashley Date: 8/17/2019 10:21:00 PM The required words melt into the beauty of your poem like liquid gold, Connie. I was enchanted by the lovely romance and imagery of this piece. Just stunning. Best wishes for a win and warmest wishes for you, my dear friend.. ~Susan Login to Reply Connie Marcum Wong Date: 8/21/2019 3:40:00 AM Thank you very much dear Susan for your wonderful encouragement and support. I always appreciate your lovely comments. xxoo

Lindsay Laurie Date: 8/17/2019 8:15:00 PM Hello Connie … you have written beauty in every line like you do so often in your verse - thank you Connie - Lindsay Login to Reply Connie Marcum Wong Date: 8/21/2019 3:38:00 AM Thank you for your lovely comment Lindsay. xxoo

Vijay Pandit Date: 8/17/2019 7:01:00 AM Splendid imagery in every line..like: As dawn's light appears in temperate azure skies..and ..Gold rimmed clouds display the hues of heaven... So hard to do with those required words..you blended them expertly..a sure TOP win for you Connie. Login to Reply Connie Marcum Wong Date: 8/21/2019 3:37:00 AM I am glad you think so Vijay. I appreciate your support. Thank you my friend. xxoo

Sandra Adams Date: 8/16/2019 9:39:00 PM Wow this is gorgeous Connie. Love the gold rimmed clouds. Reminds me of the sun peeking through the edges of a lingering cloud after a storm! So many beautiful images within this piece! Love it :) hugs Login to Reply Connie Marcum Wong Date: 8/21/2019 3:33:00 AM Thank you very much Sandra. The clouds here are the best I have seen anywhere in the world. Their shapes are intriguing and move quickly in skies clear of smog. Only when the volcano is erupting do we have some volcanic haze we call vog but the trade winds blow it away fairly fast. Thank you Sandra. xxoo