John Watt Poet Free verse

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Sinuous Melody

                          Your face
                        is a love song 
                     of exquisite and matchless appeal

                Your eyes 
              a duet of violin and cello
             sonorous, deep 

          Your hair 
         an orchestra of euphonious instruments
         playing in cohesive harmony

           Your smile
             a fantasia 
               of unearthly delight

                   Your teeth 
                    a legato line of 32nd notes
                    in a concerto played to perfection

                  Your hands
                a conductor’s baton
              emoting wordlessly

          Your voice 
       a rhapsody
   of supernal joy

 Your heart
a sumptuous lyric
a poetic paragon

  Your soul
     a sacred oratorio 
      set apart and holy
 
      You are a sinuous melody 
    I can’t get out of my head
 …nor will I ever wish to


Written 1 Mar 2020

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Andrea Dietrich June 18, 2022 at 2:40 PM oooh la la. Way to go with this beautiful sensuous poem's win in the marathon. I see this was one of my faves. I have a feeling that you could very easily make his final winner list, John. I have that much faith in you as one of the best writers here! John Watt June 18, 2022 at 3:00 PM Wow, what an amazing comment to receive, my friend. My cup runneth over.

Susan Ashley June 18, 2022 at 9:37 AM My dearest PoBro, it is an absolute thrill to return to this precious piece and immerse myself in this rapturous rhapsody of romance. "sinuous melody" indeed! I swoon all over again! I'm overjoyed to share the podium with you once more, John. Congratulations for your excellent win in Mark's contest. Your genuine heart, gifted pen and amazing artistry outshines! Warmest wishes and hugs.. your PS-PS Susan Ashley June 18, 2022 at 3:52 PM My goodness, PoBro, your poetic nature is enthralling.. both your radiance and response to my comments are breathtaking! :)) John Watt June 18, 2022 at 3:06 PM You of transcendent talents when writing poetic lines seasoned with savory musical flavorings... ah, to receive such a comment from you is pure Bliss and goes straight to this poet's heart. Thank you for your endearing and enduring support and poetic friendship, my PS-PS. I'm off now to read your winner and glow in its radiance ~ PoBro

Valsa George June 18, 2022 at 5:19 AM So sweet and alluring like the lilts of a heavenly rhapsody.Your teeth a legato line of 32nd notes in a concerto played to perfection Your hands a conductor’s baton emoting wordlessly'..... What fantastic lines--- the whole image centered on music .... 'the food of love'. I bow down in awe before your talent.... dear John. Congratulations on your well deserved Marathon win John Watt June 18, 2022 at 3:02 PM Dear Valsa, thank you joining me in this aria to my beloved. I am truly a blessed man, and such blessings inspire. Heartfelt thanks for your sweet and generous words. God bless you ~ John

Mark Toney June 17, 2022 at 12:36 PM John, I see from your comment to Connie that this is a tribute to your wife, Janet. Lovely! Your word choice is remarkable. Your words are sinuous, your poem is visually sinuous, and the illustration you chose is perfect. Congratulations on your win on Mile 2 of my 2022 Poetry Marathon contest. Mile 3 has already started! John Watt June 18, 2022 at 1:16 AM Thank you for your placement and kind comment, Mark. She inspires me in so many ways!

Connie Marcum Wong February 22, 2021 at 9:39 AM Wow John, everything about this incredible poem seduces the senses with love’s lament! This is not only inspiring but a metaphor in the eyes of everyone who is inspired by the love of music. I simply adore this outstanding piece! Congratulations on your win. This gem is going straight into my Faves! Sorry I missed commenting on it before now my friend. Blessings xxoo John Watt February 22, 2021 at 10:05 AM Thank you dear Connie. This is one of my personal favorites, written for my wife Janet, who is a wonderful choral director and a paragon of musical talents. Glad you liked it, and thank you for your fave and amazing comment. You made my day! Hugs ~ John

Line Gauthier January 20, 2021 at 4:06 PM A beautiful tribute, John ~ lovely to see it published in the 2020 PS Anthology. John Watt January 20, 2021 at 10:24 PM Thank you for following up with a Soup comment, my friend. I had plans to do the same when I received the Anthology, but then life happened. You are so kind ~ John

Tansy Roekaerts September 6, 2020 at 6:26 AM You are the reigning king of love poetry. So fresh and unexpected but comes together in such a satisfying manner. John Watt September 8, 2020 at 12:06 AM What a very generous comment to make, Tansy! Your review is gratifying and inspiring.

Line Gauthier August 4, 2020 at 10:21 PM Lovely, John ~ John Watt August 8, 2020 at 1:28 PM Appreciate all the kind visits and comments today, Line!

Andrea Dietrich May 25, 2020 at 1:40 PM another fave of mine. Why the heck are you not on the winners list with these? John Watt August 11, 2020 at 10:47 PM Just writing. Win some, lose some.

Aditi Mishra May 23, 2020 at 7:09 PM Wow! I am glad I got to read a poem on this theme from you dear friend. Exemplary and soothing enchantment of a love so beautiful. Loved the flow too. Congratulations on your win John :) John Watt May 23, 2020 at 7:14 PM Very grateful to have a poetry friend in you who reads what I write with kind and generous eyes. Your words never fail to uplift my spirit and entice me to continue writing and sharing. For this, I thank you my friend.

John Hamilton May 23, 2020 at 1:21 PM I love this beautiful write John, I feel I may have made a mistake, this should be higher in the rankings, sorry about that! John Watt May 23, 2020 at 1:27 PM John, no worries, my friend. Thanks for doing this contest; what a great opportunity to re-visit some amazing poetry and catch some that we missed the first time around! Blessings, John

Susan Ashley May 9, 2020 at 8:32 PM Of course, I had to read this love poem, (from your list of 10 poems that define you...).. Indeed, your amorous pen reveals your romantic heart, John. This is metaphorically beautiful. Your musical imagery of loving adoration is swoon-worthy. Such a passionate tribute to your beloved wife. My fav line was: "Your eyes/ a duet of violin and cello/ sonorous, deep" - it enraptures my imagination! I envision big, brown eyes; dark soulful pools glinting with moonlight :)) Warmest wishes always, my dear friend.. ~Susan John Watt May 12, 2020 at 10:47 PM My dear Susan, first: thank you for checking out my top 10 list. Second: thank you for reading my music one, I knew you'd relate to it. Third: thanks for all your kind and supportive words. They always mean so much to me. BTW, her eyes are blue, but definitely soulful! Hugs ~ John

Lonna Blodgett April 25, 2020 at 10:36 PM Music is in your heart, Love is in your soul and your words truly play the melody. What a sonorous write. John Watt April 25, 2020 at 11:57 PM Lonna, thank you very much for the harmonious words of affirmation. You encourage me greatly and bring a smile.

Eileen Manassian April 19, 2020 at 7:02 AM DELIGHTFUL!!!! What a beautiful tribute to your wife. Yes... I'm gushing. Compliment is sincere. She must have loved this. Blessings John Watt April 19, 2020 at 11:46 AM I never doubt your sincerity, Eileen. What you write, either in poetry or commentary always comes from the heart. One of your hallmark traits. Really enjoyed your POTD, it was good for me to re-examine my own motives. Thank you for your very kind remarks. Hugs ~ John

Sam Kauffman March 17, 2020 at 3:31 PM Hey John, Really nice writing! Beautiful musical metaphor in a wonderfully crafted poem. "A sacred oratorio" lovely line - striking imagery. Congratulations my friend! John Watt March 17, 2020 at 5:09 PM These words mean a lot to me, coming from my musical friend - thank you, Sam!

Quoth Theraven March 15, 2020 at 2:05 PM John, Just the melody I've longed for..,from such a well orchestrated poem. -Richard John Watt March 15, 2020 at 2:31 PM Thanks Rave. Love your musical comment! ~ John

Andrea Dietrich March 4, 2020 at 3:08 PM ahhhh, I agree with Dear heart. So dreamy and beautiful. My fave of yours for the day. John Watt March 4, 2020 at 7:32 PM Dawww, shucks!

Constance La France March 3, 2020 at 6:30 PM John, your poem is so dreamy and beautiful, well done _Constance John Watt March 3, 2020 at 6:59 PM Always grateful, my friend ~ John

Gershon Wolf March 3, 2020 at 2:02 PM You've orchestrated a winner here, John! Bravo, John! :) Gershon John Watt March 3, 2020 at 4:26 PM LOL, good one, Gershon! Appreciate the positive feedback, as always ~ John

Jan Allison March 2, 2020 at 6:26 PM music to my ears John yu have orchestra'ed a symphony of words, absolutely awesome:-) hugs Jan xx John Watt March 2, 2020 at 10:16 PM You make me smile, Jan!

Ann Gilmour March 2, 2020 at 6:11 PM This is the most glorious, romantic poem John, I really hope this person knows how much they are adored and loved. Such an exquisite write my friend. A Fave for me - thank you! With kindest thoughts Ann xx John Watt March 2, 2020 at 10:15 PM What a truly delightful comment you crafted, Ann! Yes, I'm pretty sure she knows i think she's my winning lottery ticket! Thank you ~ John

Ilene Bauer March 2, 2020 at 4:28 PM wow! pure poetry! you have nailed this one, john... John Watt March 2, 2020 at 5:17 PM Always grateful for your input, Ilene. Thanks for the visit and for leaving me with an aura of your kindness.

Rercy Zola-Zaba March 2, 2020 at 3:31 AM Delicately sweet melody. Well done John Watt March 2, 2020 at 8:33 AM You are kind to say so. Thank you Rercy

Gregory Richard Barden March 1, 2020 at 11:26 PM Like a song that gets stuck in your head, the right person gets stuck in your heart, even when you know they're bad for you ... so superbly expressed, my friend, and in my favorite context - music! Awesome write, John - adding to my faves! :o) John Watt March 1, 2020 at 11:49 PM An honor, my friend. I was hoping my musical genius friend would have a chance to grace this one with his eyes.

Brandy Nicole March 1, 2020 at 9:31 PM "You, I can’t get out of my head …nor will I ever want to" That is so sweet and romantic. A beautiful thought my dear friend. Your words caress the page with elegance and grace. :) This is a sweet love song. :) Brandy John Watt March 1, 2020 at 9:58 PM I'm honored, Brandy. Thank you for filling my cup. Hugs ~ John