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I added 2 lines for the contest!

The Underpinnings of Dusk

The candles lit in starry night moon tryst
Upon the skyline tabletop tonight.

The wolfish howl bids dusk a lusty kiss.
The eyes aurora borealis green.

The tangerine and blackened bat duet —
The blend surrenders to the sinking ship.
Their heart, the moon, does slowly dress for bed.

The harbinger ignored with full gown worn —
A curtain drawn until the death of night.
The vampirish wings creak first up then down.

Old owls in whisper talk and turn their heads.
The vesper bells throw dark bouquet — a shroud.

A clandestine resound, of lover’s nest,
Is pinned into the faithless din of silk.

7/18/2018
Pinet’s Dusk Or Dawn Poetry Contest
14 lines
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Cozart Avatar
July 19, 2018 at 10:44 AM
Gorgeously portrayed, Kim. Beautifully atmospheric. Looks like a winner!
Rodrigues Avatar
July 19, 2018 at 10:56 AM
Thank you, Dale! :)
Ashley Avatar
July 19, 2018 at 10:42 AM
Such superb imagery, Kim. Best wishes for a win. ~Susan
Rodrigues Avatar
July 19, 2018 at 10:56 AM
Thank you, Susan!
Pandit Avatar
July 19, 2018 at 6:56 AM
A beautiful poem..a pleasant read.
Rodrigues Avatar
July 19, 2018 at 7:31 AM
Thank you, my friend!
Krutsinger Avatar
July 18, 2018 at 11:53 PM
"The eyes aurora borealis green." Your imagery is wonderful, and this is my favorite piece.
Rodrigues Avatar
July 19, 2018 at 6:25 AM
Thank you so much! Hugs...Kim
Wanter Avatar
July 18, 2018 at 6:36 PM
I had to read this twice, the second time slowly to let the ambiance sink in. Loved it.
Rodrigues Avatar
July 18, 2018 at 6:39 PM
Thank you, Sunlite! :)
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