The Joy of Love

'...in the spring a young man's fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love.'

    Alfred Lord Tennyson.


The boundless joy I feel when you are near 
is peerless, much more precious than pure gold, 
and I can scarce restrain a happy tear 
when your resplendent beauty I behold. 
Your tresses, silken and so fair lie soft 
upon your pillow, nestled by design, 
your slender body mesmerizes, oft 
I long to hold you close and make you mine. 
Your eyes like sparkling stars so deeply rare 
imbue whate'er they see with purity; 
no sweeter verdict pass'd could be my share 
than be here bless'd for all eternity, 
safe in your embrace with the world astray 
I'll lie content, my woes so far away.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Mac Donald Avatar
January 27, 2015 at 5:22 AM
The heart and soul of a true romantic! Another of your gems so exquistly penned; you've the midas touch, Keith!:) Wishing for you a new year filled with unending bundles of health, happiness, poetry and love!! Keep well, stay safe, love, Mikki
Goudreau Avatar
June 26, 2014 at 8:09 PM
Beautifully written, filled with true emotions of a perfect soul in love. Your picturesque poem is captivating and paints an awesome picture. Very impressive. Wow!
Berdoo Avatar
March 14, 2014 at 5:44 PM
This peom has a flavor of o'l romance, vintage spiced. Thanks, Keith
Bickerstaffe Avatar
March 14, 2014 at 5:56 PM
...and thank YOU for your kind remarks! Best wishes, Keith
Bauer Avatar
March 14, 2014 at 4:51 PM
this is so gorgeous and so romantic, keith! how lucky is the woman about whom it's been written...
Bickerstaffe Avatar
March 14, 2014 at 4:59 PM
All in my imagination, I'm afraid... thanks for your lovely review!
Andresen Avatar
March 14, 2014 at 4:10 PM
- Beautiful & Romantic, Keith!! - Have a great weekend. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Bickerstaffe Avatar
March 14, 2014 at 4:26 PM
Thank you Anne-Lise! You too!!! Keith
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