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The Sea of Love

Sea of Love

The ebb and flow that comes and goes
      with ocean’s deep emotion shows
   that hearts, like knaves, become her slaves
         beneath the undulating waves.

Excitement grows as hearts expose
      amid the tempting tide’s repose;
   surf’s breaking roar laps on their shore;
         hearts enter through her luring door.

The ocean knows, as passion grows,
      the secrets that they don’t disclose;
   these hearts on fire with wild desire,
         waves pounding as their needs require.

The ebb and flow still comes and goes
      while sea of love, these hearts, depose,
   and lust’s decree will always be 
         a product of this stormy sea.


November 7, 2019
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Ashley Avatar
May 16, 2024 at 8:05 AM
Dear John, it is indeed a pleasure to return to this wondrous poem once again, made ever more beautiful with each recurrent read. Congratulations for your win in Brian's contest. Warmest wishes my poet friend.. ~Susan
Gondolf Avatar
May 19, 2024 at 12:40 PM
Thank you for your wonderful comment and congrats, Susan, I appreciate it. John
Ashley Avatar
March 6, 2023 at 6:10 PM
Dear John, congratulations for your wonderful final placement in Mark's Marathon contest. It is a pleasure to partake of the metaphorical beauty of this love poem once again. It is an honor to share the podium with you. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Gondolf Avatar
March 7, 2023 at 4:53 AM
Thank you so much, dear Susan, I am always humbled to share the spotlight with you. John
Toney Avatar
March 4, 2023 at 1:47 PM
John, after 267 days, 27 contests, and 945 submitted poems, we've reached the finish line of my 2022 Poetry Marathon Contest. Congratulations on placing 18th overall in the marathon! Thank you so much for contributing to the success of the contest. There is no provision to denote this in the Standard Contest other than Honorable Mention. The poems of the 28 qualifiers can be accessed from my current "Finish Line" blog post, along with the top 15 placements and their overall stats. Write on!
Gondolf Avatar
March 7, 2023 at 2:42 AM
Thanks so much for hosting this fun event, Mark. I’m sure you must be exhausted after this long hard race. Cheers my friend! John
Ashley Avatar
November 20, 2022 at 8:36 AM
Dear John, I am swept away by the silky wave of your poem's rhythm and rhymes so beautifully reinforced by your internal rhymes and passionate imagery. The potent splendor of your poignant pen is breathtaking! Such exquisite turbulence! Congratulations for your excellent win in Mark's contest. Warmest wishes, my friend.. ~Susan
Gondolf Avatar
November 26, 2022 at 5:40 AM
Thank you for sharing these wonderful thoughts and comments, Susan, I am humbled by your words. I am glad you enjoyed this metaphor of love. Warmest wishes to you. John
Radice Avatar
November 3, 2022 at 1:50 PM
I love any poem that rhymes and doesn't feel forced; a rhyme that flows and keeps my attention to the end. Suffice to say I loved your masterful poem John. Cheers - Gary
Gondolf Avatar
November 3, 2022 at 5:16 PM
Thanks so much, Gary, I’m glad you enjoyed it. John
Horsman Avatar
November 2, 2022 at 5:38 PM
Excellent poetry, John and a deserved winner....Harry
Gondolf Avatar
November 3, 2022 at 6:28 AM
Thanks so much, Harry, I appreciate it. John
Toney Avatar
November 2, 2022 at 1:03 PM
John, I really loved the "ebb and flow" of the ocean currents, gyres, and eddies of "The Sea of Love." A Fav for me. Congratulations on your podium finish on Mile 18 of my 2022 Poetry Marathon Contest. Keep your running shoes on, because Mile 19 has already started.
Gondolf Avatar
November 3, 2022 at 6:28 AM
Thanks so much for your comments and for saving this as a favorite, Mark, I appreciate it. I am enjoying your race. John
Gauthier Avatar
January 17, 2021 at 5:32 PM
Bravo, John. This is a poignant poem. So glad it is part of the 2020 PS Anthology ~
Gondolf Avatar
January 17, 2021 at 7:40 PM
Thank you, Line, I was honored and humbled to have my three poems included in the anthology. I appreciate you taking the time to read them and let me know you enjoyed them. John
Shockley Avatar
March 24, 2020 at 1:15 PM
I love this poem. It literally takes you to the sea.
Gondolf Avatar
March 24, 2020 at 2:23 PM
Thank you so much, Georgia, I'm glad you liked this. It is one of my favorite poems that I wrote last year. I appreciate you taking the time to read it. I look forward to reading more of your poetry. John
Blodgett Avatar
November 26, 2019 at 4:42 PM
Gulp!!! Truly enjoyed this.........the ocean truly is a wise place to muse. Lovely Lonna
Gondolf Avatar
November 26, 2019 at 4:50 PM
Thank you, Lonna, Glad you enjoyed it. Many poem have been inspired by the mysterious beauty of the ocean. All the best, John
Milgate Avatar
November 21, 2019 at 12:55 PM
Really clever, the sea of love and the love of the sea. Wonderful poem.
Gondolf Avatar
November 21, 2019 at 4:43 PM
Thank so much, Linda, I'm glad you enjoyed it. John
Wh Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 10:50 PM
I've always been drawn to the ocean and this poem sums up that passion beautifully.
Gondolf Avatar
November 19, 2019 at 4:13 AM
Thanks for your thoughts and comments, Dave, I appreciate it. John
Gauthier Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 9:39 AM
Back with well deserved congrats on your POTD, John.
Gondolf Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 10:09 AM
Thank you, Line.
Rodrigues Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 6:43 AM
I sea sea sea why you are POTD! Fave! A romantic sweep... <3 Congratulations John!
Gondolf Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 7:35 AM
Thank you so much, Kim, I appreciate it. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Hugs, John
Blodgett Avatar
November 16, 2019 at 9:40 PM
Our hearts have been transposed with that innate mystery of our infatuation with the sea. You relate here so very well. I love it. Lonna
Gondolf Avatar
November 16, 2019 at 11:34 PM
Thank you for your thoughts and comments, Lonna, I’m glad you enjoyed it. John
Dietrich Avatar
November 13, 2019 at 6:58 PM
very nice, John. Big congrats to you.
Gondolf Avatar
November 13, 2019 at 10:48 PM
Thank you, Andrea, I appreciate it.
Ligon Avatar
November 13, 2019 at 9:14 AM
Well composed metaphor of love. Congrats!
Gondolf Avatar
November 13, 2019 at 12:59 PM
Thank you so much, Juliet, I appreciate your thoughts.
Gauthier Avatar
November 13, 2019 at 6:34 AM
Congrats on your top win, John. Well done.
Gondolf Avatar
November 13, 2019 at 8:44 AM
Thank you, Line, appreciate it.
Andresen Avatar
November 13, 2019 at 4:54 AM
- Congratulations on your 1st place, John :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Gondolf Avatar
November 13, 2019 at 8:13 AM
Thank you, Anne-Lise. Hugs, John
Adams Avatar
November 12, 2019 at 7:15 PM
back to say congratulations on your great win :) hugs
Gondolf Avatar
November 12, 2019 at 7:48 PM
Thank you, Sandy, I appreciate it. Hugs
Chiri Avatar
November 12, 2019 at 7:02 PM
John when I read this the first time I knew it was a winner! Congrats!;)
Gondolf Avatar
November 12, 2019 at 7:36 PM
Thank you, Bren, you’re the best! Hugs, John
May Avatar
November 12, 2019 at 6:39 PM
Congratulation on your Win! WELL done John!!
Gondolf Avatar
November 12, 2019 at 7:20 PM
Thanks, Bobby, I appreciate it. And thanks for hosting the contest. John
Proxenos Avatar
November 12, 2019 at 12:03 PM
A very passionate poem John - so well penned, a creative stormy write - congrats on POTD my friend. Excellent poetry, refined 'Waves pounding as their needs require.' Hugs and blessings, Jenn.
Gondolf Avatar
November 12, 2019 at 12:49 PM
Thanks so much, Jenn, your kind words are appreciated. All the best my friend. Hugs, John
Wolf Avatar
November 12, 2019 at 10:59 AM
Just love how you've portrayed the ocean as the repository of secrets. Classy, elegant poem -- the Gondolf signature. Congrats on POTD! Blessings, Gershon
Gondolf Avatar
November 12, 2019 at 12:45 PM
Thanks, Gershon, your kind words are appreciated. All the best. John
Goldsmith Avatar
November 12, 2019 at 10:33 AM
Congratulations on your POTD. The ocean’s deep emotion just like love. Enjoy your day writing......
Gondolf Avatar
November 12, 2019 at 12:42 PM
Thank you so much, Paula, I appreciate it.
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