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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James Avatar
February 2, 2022 at 3:03 PM
Your words always float so beautifully and tenderly John. I enjoy reading your poems. Emilia.
Gondolf Avatar
February 3, 2022 at 4:00 AM
Thank you for the kind comments, Emilia, I appreciate it. I hope all is well in your part of the world. Hugs, John
Dietrich Avatar
September 13, 2018 at 4:14 PM
ahhh, you ended it on a very sweet note. A great sonnet on kissing!!
Gondolf Avatar
September 13, 2018 at 4:26 PM
Thank you so much, Andrea, I'm glad you enjoyed my thoughts on kissing. John
Rose  Avatar
September 11, 2018 at 11:22 AM
Very sensual and beautiful, thank you for sharing.
Gondolf Avatar
September 11, 2018 at 12:58 PM
Thank you so much, Pixie, I'm glad you enjoyed it. John
Nicole Avatar
September 11, 2018 at 9:54 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
Gondolf Avatar
September 11, 2018 at 10:09 AM
Thank you for your beautiful thoughts and comments, Brandy, I appreciate you. John
Cunningham Avatar
September 11, 2018 at 6:51 AM
You write sonnets so well John, another gem from your pen. Tom
Gondolf Avatar
September 11, 2018 at 7:05 AM
Thanks, Tom, I appreciate it. John
One Avatar
September 11, 2018 at 6:32 AM
Lovely romantic sonnet.. That must have been some kiss John...
Gondolf Avatar
September 11, 2018 at 6:57 AM
Thanks, SO, I appreciate it. Kisses like that always linger until the next one. John
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