Scents and Mystique

No other city is more unique
than Napoli; around corners, 
you'll find surprises that intrigue  
eyes staring at monuments 
that have some mystique powers!

And walking through the very narrow and noisy streets
of various sounds: you'll feel a drop of casual water 
from the clotheslines above...ah, those scented sheets
waving while people eat treats and breathe the spring air
and listen to musicians improvising chords on their guitar!  

Come to the city where the scent of oven-baked
pizza lures: live the simple life of the Neapolitans... 
folks who sing classical songs that make everyone glad;  
even Venice cannot compare to the enthusiasm and thrills
of the locals while flowers are offered by generous hands!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Kendrick Avatar
April 2, 2018 at 5:23 PM
I can imagine the wonderful aroma that would be floating on the air when pizza would be baking in open ovens. That would be inviting. Thank you for participating in my contest. I was delighted to place it on the winners' list. Sara
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April 7, 2018 at 12:58 PM
Greetings, Sara. It was a pleasure to enter your contest and I am very honored with this win. Naples is a city of colors, scents, and contrast. I love this city for its food, friendly people, and its ancient history. Have a wonderful weekend. Love, Andrew.
Steele Avatar
April 1, 2018 at 7:32 PM
Congrats, Andrew. Well done.
Crisci Avatar
April 1, 2018 at 8:46 PM
Thank you Randy for your comment on my poem. I hope you had a Happy Easter with your family. I wish success and happiness. Take care and have a good night. Kind Regards, Andrew.
Gauthier Avatar
March 30, 2018 at 8:26 PM
Charming poem, Andrew. Well done. Congrats on your win.
Crisci Avatar
April 11, 2018 at 6:20 AM
Thank you, Line. I have appreciated your comment. It’s always a joy to hear from you. Have a Happy Wednesday. Kind Regards, Andrew.
Dietrich Avatar
March 30, 2018 at 7:30 PM
Now THAT sounds like MY kind of smell. PIzza. YUMMM. Congrats, Andrew. Long time, no see.
Crisci Avatar
April 1, 2018 at 8:19 PM
Happy Easter, Andrea. I apologize for my tardiness. I hope you had a wonderful Easter Sunday with your loved ones. Have a goodnight. Kind Regards, Andrew.
Crisci Avatar
April 1, 2018 at 8:16 PM
Happy Easter, Andrea. I apologize for my tardiness. I hope you a wonderful Easter Sunday with your loved ones. Hugs, Andrew.
Allison Avatar
March 30, 2018 at 12:48 PM
what wonderful memories I like they way you described the scents and scenes of the Napoli,congrats on your win Andrew:-) hugs jan xx
Crisci Avatar
April 11, 2018 at 6:28 AM
Hi, Jan. It’s nice to hear from you. I like to thank you for your comment. I am glad that you like my poem. Keep on writing your lovely poetry. Spring has finally arrived in New York City, I can’t wait to see those cherry blossoms! Have a Happy Wednesday. Kind Regards, Andrew.
Gupta Avatar
March 30, 2018 at 12:26 PM
Nice aroma of oven-baked pizza ... congratulations on your nice win ...
Gentry Avatar
March 29, 2018 at 8:26 PM
Congratulations on your win with this nostalgic poem!
Crisci Avatar
March 30, 2018 at 8:24 AM
Good morning, Susan. Thank you for your kind comment. It was very thoughtful of you. Have a Happy Easter. Kindest Regards, Andrew.
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