The Edge of Romance

~ Dressed in a shade that the sun couldn’t find, all on a cool summer’s eve Seeking a scarf only meant to unwind, wrapped in an untangled weave Picking a fabric, the color of love, stitched with a thread of desire Taking your hand neath the heavens above, warm in our flannel attire, more than enough to inspire ~ Following pathways, the shape of your smile, skipping like stones on a lake Counting the ripples in circular style, drenching the shore in their wake Picking up pinecones now scattered the floor, left of an overgrown scene Acorns and clover and toadstools galore, woven in soft evergreen, what could this possibly mean ~ Heartbeat directions now lost to the breeze, footsteps will know what we planned Calming, the moments we talk to the trees, sycamores do understand Midnight adventures by firefly light, glistening, leading the way Wee hour wandering as they take flight, below a lanterned array, stars in a shimmered display ~ Find what you will in these words that I share, tuck them away safe and sound Breathe in the thoughts as you exhale the air, now that there’s no one around Kiss me tonight where the moon shadows dance, soft on the eve of the morn Holding me close at the edge of romance, watching the sunrise adorn, happy this new day is born ~
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Sands Avatar
March 16, 2023 at 1:40 PM
Hi Chris. This took me on a special adventure today. Beautifully written. So special :)
Oldham Avatar
March 13, 2023 at 6:33 PM
Wow, Chris! Such beautiful poetry. Pulls me in and I follow, expectantly. Sublime! - John
Logan Avatar
March 12, 2023 at 8:36 PM
I almost missed this one, Chris. So many romantic visions appear to me in your verses. The last one has to be my favorite. "Kiss me where moon shadows dance.." that's exquisitely beautiful.
Ricci Avatar
March 12, 2023 at 12:38 PM
Hello Chris. You will always be the master of smooth beauty and imagery with all elements attached. Truly. This entry is no exception. Just beautiful. May this day find you well. (smile)
Wolf Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 9:09 PM
Stunning, (seemingly) effortless streams of enchantment flow over and around me, the reader. All-time FAVE here. Bravo, Chris! Adventure and Romance, Gershon
There Avatar
March 10, 2023 at 11:10 PM
I really enjoyed your poem and the format you used, especially with the addition of the last line in each stanza. Kind of makes the reader pause for a moment and take it all in before moving on. Would you mind if I used it myself sometime? These words will be 'tucked away safe and sound' with my faves, for sure : )
Turner Avatar
March 10, 2023 at 7:33 PM
Another good one, Chris. You just keep churning them out. I wish my muse was that active. good to see you again. Have a great weekend.
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