Emile Pinet Poet Rhyme

Sweetheart Scribbles

Valentine's Day recalls smirks and giggles
when Cupid's arrow struck lovers in love.
And store-bought cards filled with sweetheart scribbles
bordered by hearts and cherubs from above.

In my youth, we'd all decorate a box,
with a slot cut in the top of each lid.
And sealed tight with imaginative locks
that ensured all cards got discreetly hid.

Valentine's Day heralded the start of spring
but as winter wanes, anxieties climb.
And thinking thoughts that puberty can bring,
we would fantasize about love sublime.

Laughter's oft-heard sharing cards with a friend,
tacky tokens, painting love surreal.
And yet, we'd stare at them for hours on end
wishing those sentimental cards were real.


(Quatrain)


2/14/2015

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Dorian Petersen Potter February 14, 2015 at 5:08 PM Very nice pen Emile! Your Valentine piece is very charming in content, my dear friend. Enjoyed reading it. A 7 from me! In his light! God bless you! I wish you a very Happy Valentines Day! :) D Emile Pinet February 15, 2015 at 9:34 AM Thank you so much Dorian, your comments are always most welcomed and eagerly sought. Emile.

Matthew Anish February 14, 2015 at 4:41 PM Glad you liked my work. Hope you are having a nice holiday. Liked the first Stanza the best. Peace & Love Matthew Anish Emile Pinet February 15, 2015 at 9:35 AM Thanks, your comments are always welcomed, Emile.

Cupids Arrow February 14, 2015 at 4:20 PM The dream starts somewhere...many still dream of their prince charming...C--->A Emile Pinet February 15, 2015 at 9:36 AM Thanks, love is all around us we can’t get by without it, and who would want to. Emile.

Paul Callus February 14, 2015 at 3:19 PM Those were the days, Emile, when young love filled the heart with expectation. I love your final line! All the best. // paul Emile Pinet February 15, 2015 at 9:37 AM Thank you very much Paul, for your support and kind words. Emile.

Poesy Relish February 14, 2015 at 3:00 PM wow Emile... a ride back to schooldays sweet... a refreshing write... wishing you a great weekend.. nad! Emile Pinet February 15, 2015 at 9:38 AM Thanks Poesy, you know how to create a smile, Emile.

Jan Allison February 14, 2015 at 2:50 PM aww memories of our first love Emile so beautifully portrayed with such vivid imagery - made me smile - happy Valentines Day:-) Hugs Jan xx 7 xx Emile Pinet February 15, 2015 at 9:39 AM Jan, I am touched by your words and humbled by your praise, Thank you. Emile.