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Scent and Sensuality

Sense and Sensibility Surely has its worth It rules with iron first But devoids one of mirth Sense and sensibility Simply do not tantalize They are demure and sedate They're not much to visualize Scent and Sensuality Are demanding in appeal They captivate the senses The allure is vivid, real Mystery invades the heart With one whiff of the perfume Eyes will linger on the form Of a woman in full bloom Sense certainly has its say Sensuality- its dream Scent and sense intertwine To make a perfect team A woman blessed with both Is beautiful to behold Her appeal is much stronger When she has a heart of gold. Eileen Manassian Ghali

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Shane Cooper

Date: 3/24/2015 4:06:00 AM

I agree with Kash and Anne the last stanza says it all, Autobiographical??? Me thinks my lady that thou fitest the bill! love Shane xxx

Kash Poet

Date: 4/28/2013 12:49:00 PM

Wonderful poem here Eileen!Love the last stanza very much!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/30/2013 2:02:00 AM

Thanks ever so much, Kash. I'm glad you took the time to share your thoughts with me. :)

Aleksandra Kovrlija

Date: 4/28/2013 9:25:00 AM

A very beautiful poem.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/30/2013 2:03:00 AM

Thank you! :)

Timothy Hicks

Date: 4/28/2013 9:13:00 AM

I've never read the book, but I like your twist on it. Being sensible is important, but if you have no "wild side", so to speak... you don't have much flair, and things get a little drab. But the same is true if you are simply all flair with no common sense. It's a balancing act... but you seem to have things in check. Great job on this!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/30/2013 2:04:00 AM

Yes...I surely don't like drab! Little short on the common sense, my dear. My emotions are way to strong to let common sense have its way! Oh well...at least I know my fault. :) Thanks for writing.

Russell Sivey

Date: 4/28/2013 6:04:00 AM

I'm like Richard on this one, your last line is classic, just like your other material, you always know how to close a poem! This is a phenomenal write my friend, a true gem! I really enjoyed reading this enlightening piece this morning! Quite a delightful poem, Great Work!!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/28/2013 6:31:00 AM

Wow! Thanks, Russell. I do try my best. Poetry seems to be my lifeline lately. Therapy and all that! Thanks for this sweet comment.

Richard D Seal

Date: 4/28/2013 5:49:00 AM

This is definately you Eileen, all of it, especially the last line. Great write as usual. Take care, Richard

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/28/2013 6:31:00 AM

Richard, I'm honored by your words. Thanks ever so much for being so supportive and kind.

Seosamh De Burca

Date: 4/28/2013 1:11:00 AM

This is the first of your poem's I have read. Such a well crafted piece, so ellegent and you have captured that sense of refinement that is in Jane Austins books. Excellent couplets also, a joy to read.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/28/2013 6:29:00 AM

Thanks ever so much for the kind post. Though it is the first poem you read...I hope it won't be your last! :)

Robert Pettit

Date: 4/27/2013 11:18:00 PM

While reading this work, actor Al Pacino suddenly came to my mind. He won his Oscar for his performance in the film "Scent of a Woman". Good write.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/27/2013 11:21:00 PM

He is an AMAZING actor! :) Thanks for the post. Glad you liked it.

Eileen Manassian

Date: 4/27/2013 11:08:00 PM

The inspiration for this poem came from two lovely people who complimented me last week. One was taken by the amazing scent I wear (Elie Saab- The Perfume), and the other about how sexy I look. For someone who has struggles…these compliments were a healing balm. Also, I loved the film adaptation of the book by Jane Austin, Sense and Sensibility. Kate Winslet and Emma Thompson were the embodiment of these two concepts. I just love the classics.