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The Day I Became a Poet

I remember the day I became a poet.

In the magnificence of the submerging sun,
I glanced upon her admiring its majesty.
Amidst hues of clementine and lilac,
her image cast a shadow so serene.

My heart began to flutter like a butterfly,
floating towards her - 
finally free from the chambers of my cocoon.
Like a silk scarf, scarlet petals wove a path,
aromatising footsteps that led to her.

Who could this mysterious lady be,
that had humbled such a hardened heart?
Although strangers, it felt as our souls
had known each other for eternity.

In twinkling twilight, I could see 
pieces of the moon illuminating through her eyes.
How could I forget how the reflection of her smile 
invited me to wander willingly into her heart.

Like nocturnal nightingales adrift in the night,
we sang sensual melodies not heard before.
Sensations felt from her soft satin skin
remain a euphoric timeless memory.

Seduced within the substance of soulful desires,
her enchanted essence became my first poem -
the purity of her existence my eternal poetry.

Silent One
19 March 2018
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Romios Avatar
September 23, 2019 at 11:11 AM
Hi Silent one. I have been writing hundreds of Poems declaring I was a poet. I did not become a poet till three days ago. There was a mystical shift that I have yet to state. I wasn't writing the poems anymore. They are writing me~ the ego has been taken from me. Good thing, too. I need all the humility I can get. Your poem is stunning!! love~ Panagiota 9/23/2019
Singh  Avatar
November 6, 2018 at 12:54 PM
Woaaaah :) :) I think in most cases impressive lady become the reason of making poet.I remember my first poem was for my English teacher Miss Anamika. I was impressed by her simplicity plus skill plus sweetness.
Duet Avatar
April 16, 2018 at 1:47 AM
I know I have read this one before but it's so beautiful...and I love this song so much...I had to come back. Lucky lady, lucky world since your poems have graced it, Z.
Hamilton Avatar
April 10, 2018 at 1:08 PM
I thought I commented on this one, amazing alliteration enhance this romantic piece, too many fave parts to mention, this has to be a fave!!
Ligon Avatar
April 4, 2018 at 6:11 PM
Nothing like love to awaken the soul of a poet! Beautifully penned!
Riabi Dziri Avatar
March 30, 2018 at 4:12 PM
The poem is as sweet, as elevated, as divine, as spiritual, as pure as the romantic love! How wouldn't such a beauty, such a state of heart, such setting, such charm let A POET be?! I wanted to select favourite lines but couldn't! All the lines are amazing, unique and profound! Powerful imagination and wonderful imagery! It is a favourite poem. Thank you Silent One for sharing this beauty.
Ajmal Avatar
March 29, 2018 at 12:45 PM
It was a really nice written romantic write, I love reading every single word of it, and your words were written so well that I could actually picture all this happening infront of my eyes, it s interesting how love can make someone a poet, in most occasions it s the love, it s a poetry at it s best, good luck
Ashley Avatar
March 24, 2018 at 10:49 PM
Your romantic and vibrant imagery impassions your enthralling poetic lines, Silent One. Your arousal, mentally, physically and emotionally is beautifully expressed as is your sincere appreciation for her inspiration of your muse.. Just gorgeous as is the Rumi quote.. Warmest wishes. ~Susan
May Avatar
March 23, 2018 at 6:14 AM
Love is a beautiful poem...Very nicely penned Silent
One Avatar
March 23, 2018 at 7:13 AM
Thank you Joseph..
Ricci Avatar
March 23, 2018 at 4:16 AM
Good Morning Silent One Your title caught my eye. This is wonderful poetry. The tone and voice are lovely. You have the emotive factor present also. It was a pleasure to read.. May this day find you well.
One Avatar
March 23, 2018 at 7:13 AM
Thank you Lisa, so wonderful to hear from you..
Dietrich Avatar
March 22, 2018 at 8:03 PM
Silent One, I did a poem maybe a year or two ago that also mentions how a first love was the inspiration for my becoming a poet. that is why I really enjoyed this one, especially the beautiful imagery.
One Avatar
March 23, 2018 at 7:14 AM
I have read a few of your poems about early experiences with boys.. thank you Andrea..
Salehi Avatar
March 22, 2018 at 6:08 PM
Beautiful poetry... Charming...
One Avatar
March 23, 2018 at 7:14 AM
Thank you Pashang..
Goss Avatar
March 22, 2018 at 12:20 AM
Exquisite poetry. Reading your poetry is truly humbling. Thank you for reading my work!
One Avatar
March 22, 2018 at 2:52 PM
Thank you Chris, nice to see you..
Pettinelli Avatar
March 21, 2018 at 10:47 PM
I loved every word, it was so elegant and poetic. It should be set to music. You are one of my favorite poets on Poetry Soup.
One Avatar
March 22, 2018 at 2:52 PM
Thank you for your kind words Don..
Onclaud Avatar
March 21, 2018 at 12:35 PM
elegant poetry at its best, S.O.. your muse is on the rise!...huggs
One Avatar
March 22, 2018 at 2:55 PM
Thank you Nette...
Sands Avatar
March 21, 2018 at 8:59 AM
I enjoyed this Silent One. I love the ending. Beautiful poem!
One Avatar
March 22, 2018 at 2:55 PM
Thank you Heidi..
Godwin Avatar
March 21, 2018 at 8:27 AM
What a lovely, captivating poem! I thoroughly enjoyed this. Poetry hugs ... CayCay
One Avatar
March 22, 2018 at 2:56 PM
Thank you CayCay...
Robinson Jr. Avatar
March 20, 2018 at 9:30 PM
Waterfall majestic poetry, SO. Splash your prismatic pen, brother. I LOVE your love poems. The last stanza is soul supreme. Photon thought poetry ... moving at the speed of an accelerated heartbeat. Wonderful write, my dear friend. Love and joy always.
One Avatar
March 22, 2018 at 2:57 PM
Thank you Freddie, where would us poets be without inspiration...
Hagy Avatar
March 20, 2018 at 4:19 PM
Swoon!! I hear now how you wooed your wife! :)...silver tongue indeed...just lovely :)
One Avatar
March 20, 2018 at 4:30 PM
Its been said before... Wife says it was my eyes that captivated her... Thanks Chris
Duet Avatar
March 20, 2018 at 12:16 PM
Ohhhh...this is so beautiful, ZZ. Just mesmerizing...the poem and the music perfect. Carole P.S. Plz post this song on Music Lovers All.
Gupta Avatar
March 20, 2018 at 10:54 AM
This is very beautiful ... deeply romantic ...
Breidenthal Avatar
March 20, 2018 at 9:46 AM
This is endearing! "finally free from the chambers of my cocoon" ..."aromatising footsteps that led to her" Beautiful lines here. I also love "pieces of the moon illuminating through her eyes." You really know how to engage the reader with your colorful, vibrant expressions. Open hearts open doors of inexplicable art, breathtaking expression. A fav! Any poems of yours that you recommend me to read? I have much to catch up on! <3 Always, Laura
Trifiatis Avatar
March 20, 2018 at 9:19 AM
Before beuty's manifestation we all become poets my friend! Superbly done!
Hoffman Avatar
March 19, 2018 at 9:58 PM
This write drips with sensuality and romance Silent One…one gets the vapors while reading this!~Che :)
One Avatar
March 20, 2018 at 6:28 AM
Thank you Che...
Leiser Avatar
March 19, 2018 at 9:35 PM
Gorgeous, wooing words of magestic beauty, dear Silent! Loved this!!
One Avatar
March 20, 2018 at 6:28 AM
Thank you Laura..
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