Susan Ashley Poet Free verse

The Artistry of Your Loom

Transform me...

weave me slowly
into the silky essence
of ecstasy ~

spellbinding are your stirring threads
of silver and gold -
rich is your tapestry of tender tendrils --

and sacred is the union
of our
tantra breaths


Susan Ashley
July 6, 2018


*Tantra; Sanskrit: literally “loom, weave, system” - Wikipedia.
Tantra represents weaving strands into a unified whole; leaving this piece open to different interpretations of awareness, romance or spirituality based on your perspective*


~ First Place ~
Premiere Contest: July 2018 
Sponsor: Brian Strand

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Vladislav Raven November 30, 2018 at 8:36 AM Hi Susan, such a romantic canvas you do paint with your beautiful words. Much belated congratulations on your win in the contest. Much deserved with this romantic jewel. Your words flow. You know me Susan, I have to look at the write in a romantic context. Have a wonderful Friday. Hugs....Mike. XX Susan Ashley November 30, 2018 at 3:02 PM Your warm spirit does fill my page with inspiration and delight, Mike. The kindness of your comments never ceases to amaze me and the light of your friendship never fails to bring me a smile. I'm thrilled you enjoyed this poem which is very special to me. Thank you for your kind congrats and for your beautiful comments, which I agree, shine in the context of your romantic heart, as they should, my wonderful friend. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Sandra Haight July 26, 2018 at 11:01 AM I am still catching up, Susan, and I finally, read your beautifully-woven poem today that presents such a romantic tapestry of love. Congratulations on your well-deserved First Place Trophy win! Hugs, Sandra Susan Ashley July 26, 2018 at 8:43 PM Thank you Sandra, for your lovely appreciation for my poem. Your beautiful comments are uplifting and inspiring. I'm so pleased you enjoyed my poem my wonderful friend. It's so nice to see you and your heartwarming visit and kind congrats are held in my deepest gratitude. Warmest wishes and hugs.. ~Susan

Robert Lindley July 17, 2018 at 9:41 AM Sincerest congratulations on you my dear friend winning a fine trophy with this superb piece! A fav and a jewel of glistening depths and heartfelt soul. Susan Ashley July 17, 2018 at 2:18 PM Dear Robert, your lovely appreciation fills me with joy. Your heartfelt comments, warm congrats and fav are held with my deepest gratitude. Thank you for the golden luster your kindness has bestowed upon my poem. Warmest wishes always my great friend.. ~Susan

Richard Lamoureux July 16, 2018 at 4:12 PM A big congrats on your trophy! The judge has excellent taste in poetry. Susan Ashley July 17, 2018 at 2:10 PM Ah Richard, you are most charming and your comments are most appreciated. Thank you for your kind congrats and for the smile in my heart. Warmest wishes always my wonderful friend. ~Susan

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart July 15, 2018 at 5:42 AM Splendid piece Susan, congratulations on a fine trophy win Lovely! xomo Susan Ashley July 17, 2018 at 2:09 PM Thank you, my lovely, for your uplifting and beautiful comments and kindhearted congrats. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Susan Gentry July 13, 2018 at 11:39 PM Congratulations on your #1 win. Romantic, beautiful poem. Susan Ashley July 14, 2018 at 4:49 PM Thank you Susan.. your heartwarming congrats and lovely comments are cherished. Warmest wishes my friend.. ~Susan

Greg Gaul July 13, 2018 at 2:16 PM Passionate verse, a tapestry of inked feelings. Well done. Congratulations on your win. Susan Ashley July 13, 2018 at 6:30 PM Thank you Greg, for the delight of your heartwarming comments and for the kindness of your congrats. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Constance La France July 13, 2018 at 7:37 AM Susan, congratulations on your top win with this beautifully woven poem, well done. Susan Ashley July 13, 2018 at 6:39 PM Broken Wings, your lovely comments and kindhearted congrats are held in my truest appreciation. Thank you for your kindness.. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Kim Rodrigues July 13, 2018 at 7:30 AM Back with Congrats!! Susan Ashley July 13, 2018 at 6:31 PM Thank you Kim for the kindness of your return visit and for your heartwarming congrats.. Warmest wishes always my lovely friend.. ~Susan

Maria Williams July 13, 2018 at 5:02 AM I knew it,Susan a big Congratulations on your trophy win. Way to go girl, I'm so proud of you. Hugs and xxx's...Maria :) Susan Ashley July 13, 2018 at 6:36 PM Dear Maria, thank you for return visit, your inspiring presence warms my heart always. Your beautiful comments and kind congrats are held in my truest appreciation, my lovely and talented friend. Warmest wishes and hugs.. ~Susan

Agnes Krampe July 13, 2018 at 3:41 AM Stunning imagery! Congrats on your trophy win, Susan. I love your poem. Susan Ashley July 13, 2018 at 6:05 PM Agnes, I'm so pleased that you enjoyed my poem. Your lovely comments and kind congrats warms my heart. Thank you for your kindness.. Warmest wishes my friend.. ~Susan

FJ Thomas July 10, 2018 at 2:38 PM Oh how beautifully woven Susan! Susan Ashley July 10, 2018 at 3:09 PM It's such a pleasure to hear from you FJ. Thank you for your wonderful visit and your lovely comments. Your warm thoughts are truly appreciated. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Paul Callus July 9, 2018 at 2:31 PM This is a beautiful poem enveloped in romantic, sensuous and passionate content, Susan. Love the title which highlights the trend that runs throughout each line. 'Transform me' is a supplication that just cannot be ignored! ~ warm regards & hugs, my friend. // paul Susan Ashley July 11, 2018 at 9:40 AM Dear Paul, your beautiful appreciation for my poem, and its title, fills me with joy and gratitude for receiving your precious comments . Your shining presence here adds a lustrous glow to my poem that is wholeheartedly embraced. Thank you for your cherished friendship.. Warmest wishes and hugs always.. ~Susan

Faraz Ajmal July 9, 2018 at 7:43 AM Ahh, this is such a beautiful and a gorgeous poem, Susan Ashley July 10, 2018 at 11:00 PM Your precious thoughts are held in my truest appreciation, Faraz. Thank you for your lovely comments. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Maria Williams July 9, 2018 at 6:04 AM This beautiful poem of yours floats one into a transcendental spiritual realm.A true gem and a fave for me Susan my dear friend....Maria hugs Susan Ashley July 11, 2018 at 9:34 AM Your wonderful visits always gladden my heart and brighten my day, dear Maria. You have unveiled the nature and intent of this poem with your beautifully elegant comments. Thank you for your cherished insight, for sharing your precious thoughts with me and for the fave. Warmest wishes always my lovely friend.. ~Susan

Connie Marcum Wong July 8, 2018 at 9:01 PM Oh Susan, this is breathtakingly beautiful and romantic. I am in awe! A fave for me my friend. xxoo Susan Ashley July 10, 2018 at 3:14 PM Connie, your beautiful comments and the fave are held in my truest appreciation. It's always such a pleasure when I hear from you and I delight in your visit. Thank you my lovely friend.. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Arturo Michael July 8, 2018 at 7:05 PM This is sweet neat fitting lovingly into one...I like the feel...cozy...All the best Susan...good vibes Susan Ashley July 10, 2018 at 3:12 PM Dear Arturo, your presence here is always such a delight. Thank you for the kindness of your uplifting comments and for the good vibes mon ami.. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Frederic Parker July 8, 2018 at 10:39 AM to read then ponder of such a moment's pause brings a fragrant memory of lovers caressed by their own desire to leave this world if only briefly where thoughts disperse and emotions are in tune with a symphony of sighs in various cords found pleasing to the ear...my first thought after reading dear poet Susan Ashley July 8, 2018 at 1:33 PM I am enraptured by the beauty of your poetic response to my poem, Frederic. I relish your exquisite thoughts that take my breath away and are held in the jewel box of my truest appreciation. Thank you for the golden luster your kindness has bestowed upon my poem. Warmest wishes always my friend.. ~Susan

Richard Lamoureux July 7, 2018 at 9:14 AM A gorgeous write. A treat to luxuriate in your words. Susan Ashley July 8, 2018 at 1:25 PM Richard, your lovely appreciation for my poem fills me with joy. I relish your delightful visit as well as your uplifting kindness. Warmest wishes always my wonderful friend.. ~Susan

Kim Rodrigues July 7, 2018 at 8:21 AM Sensuous and beautiful! Warm wishes to you also, dear friend! Susan Ashley July 8, 2018 at 1:19 PM Kim, thank you for sharing your beautiful appreciation for my poem with me. I relish your wonderful thoughts my friend.. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Caren Krutsinger July 7, 2018 at 8:15 AM Beautiful imagery, Susan, a romantic soul you have, and I am glad to call you friend. Susan Ashley July 8, 2018 at 1:23 PM Thank you Caren, for your lovely appreciation of my poem and for your wonderful visit. I'm glad to call you friend as well.. warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Harry Horsman July 7, 2018 at 7:25 AM Susan this is awesome, as a weaver by trade, my journey into this art, was like my trade only the weaving of words,,you here have portrayed that exactly, with your wonderful poetry,,You have a wonderful creative mind. Susan Ashley July 8, 2018 at 1:22 PM Thank you Harry, for your heartwarming comments and for sharing your personal insight and precious thoughts with me. Your visits always gladden my heart, my wonderful friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Charles Messina July 7, 2018 at 6:18 AM Thanks for clearing that up, Susan! You have tantra'd yet another beautiful poem my dear friend...Great write...warmest wishes….have a wonderful weekend...Charlie Susan Ashley July 8, 2018 at 1:16 PM Charlie, your inspiring presence always brings brighter rays of sunshine to my day. Your lovely and charming comments are held in my truest appreciation. Warmest wishes to you always my friend.. ~Susan

Besma Riabi Dziri July 7, 2018 at 1:49 AM As your ardent reader dear Susan, I'm fascinated by "the artistry" of your poetic pen! and "tenderness" of your heart! The flow of your generous passion into refined words! You always make sure, dear Susan, to embrace new horizons and ornament your beauties with unique and gripping garments! An amazing write that satisfies the heart and mind! Always a great pleasure to read what you shape of beauty! My respect and love.. stay blessed always. Susan Ashley July 8, 2018 at 1:11 PM Your shining appreciation adds depth and luster to my poem, dearest Besma, and fills my heart with an abundance of joy. Thank you for being my ardent reader and allowing me to bask in the sincere glow of your wondrous words as your golden comments are riches that I hold in my deepest gratitude. Your presence here is always a great pleasure, my lovely friend. My warmest wishes, respect and love always.. ~Susan

Lyric Man July 6, 2018 at 11:22 PM Susan, I get all hot and bothered when you talk to me from behind your loom! Susan Ashley July 6, 2018 at 11:49 PM Ohh la la Lyric! If you saw me at my spinning wheel you'd really need a cold shower! Lol! Thank you for the delicious delight of your visit and for your heartwarming comments that brought a smile and a giggle! Warmest wishes my friend.. ~Susan

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