The Kiss

It’s such a simple gesture that we show
to family and friends whene’er we meet;
a simple way to always let them know
we truly care to make this bond complete.

A kiss can come in oh so many forms;
as simple peck upon a baby’s cheek;
at times a kiss on forehead is the norm,
or dance across the lips for love to seek.

But still the one that dawdles in my dreams,
the kiss of passion that all lovers know;
with parted lips pressed tightly to extremes,
expressed desires for one another show.

And on those lonely nights while we’re apart;
it’s YOUR kiss that will linger in my heart.


September 11, 2018

Copyright © | Year Posted 2018



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Date: 2/2/2022 3:03:00 PM
Your words always float so beautifully and tenderly John. I enjoy reading your poems. Emilia.
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John Gondolf
Date: 2/3/2022 4:00:00 AM
Thank you for the kind comments, Emilia, I appreciate it. I hope all is well in your part of the world. Hugs, John
Date: 9/13/2018 4:14:00 PM
ahhh, you ended it on a very sweet note. A great sonnet on kissing!!
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/13/2018 4:26:00 PM
Thank you so much, Andrea, I'm glad you enjoyed my thoughts on kissing. John
Date: 9/11/2018 11:22:00 AM
Very sensual and beautiful, thank you for sharing.
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/11/2018 12:58:00 PM
Thank you so much, Pixie, I'm glad you enjoyed it. John
Date: 9/11/2018 9:54:00 AM
Yes, a kiss carries many emotions. A connection is made. "it’s YOUR kiss that will linger in my heart" Oh my, such a beautiful thought. That ache sweet ache of love. Your thoughts whisper softly along the page. Simply breathtaking. ~ Brandy
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/11/2018 10:09:00 AM
Thank you for your beautiful thoughts and comments, Brandy, I appreciate you. John
Date: 9/11/2018 6:51:00 AM
You write sonnets so well John, another gem from your pen. Tom
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/11/2018 7:05:00 AM
Thanks, Tom, I appreciate it. John
Date: 9/11/2018 6:32:00 AM
Lovely romantic sonnet.. That must have been some kiss John...
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/11/2018 6:57:00 AM
Thanks, SO, I appreciate it. Kisses like that always linger until the next one. John
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