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Tis You

‘Tis You’ It’s a tempestuous, wuthering, wuthering day as I set forth exuberant and merrily on my way. I pause to hearken to the symphony of sound as natures harmony plays and swirls all around. Ignited flaming thoughts to fill a love sonnet as I march on and grasp my dishevelled bonnet. Singing with a lilt - the moors copious with heather, I am blown to and fro like a weightless feather. I hither towards the midst of my burning desire; Longing making my feet rapid as if on fire. If I was today my sweet love, my kiss to miss, Nay - I must not surrender and think only bliss. Romance - oh the seductiveness of it all! Cascading down upon me like a waterfall. Each rising, descent, of the sun as day goes down, Submerged in his love I rhapsodically drown. Since thine I have always pledged to forever be, My ravenous eyes shall only seek to find thee. I surge on until the glorious sight that I behold appears suddenly before me like a treasure of gold. The apparition manifests and it seems to glisten as I catch my breath through squally weather to listen. A tuneful, loud whistle from a source closest to my heart, A call for lovers to reunite - no longer apart. I knew my love would come being no creator of sorrow, And I shall yearn again for him till it be morrow. Thou art more to me than my own self - all life together; He of sun-rays, moonbeams, his divine light altogether. Joyful musical notes, a bonnet, in the wind left behind, As I cry out ‘tis you’ and in loving arms, myself, I find.

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Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/24/2024 8:34:00 PM

This is so lovely and romantic. I like the reference to the bonnet and how it appears again at the end . " In the wind left behind . . ."

Christina Bowring
Date: 3/25/2024 11:11:00 AM

Dear Andrea, thank you so much for visiting here. It was fun writing this old fashioned romance especially loving the classics. Thank you dear friend for your support always. Have a great week. Xx :):)

Duke Beaufort

Date: 1/15/2024 2:29:00 PM

Such passion you have! I'm thinking this seems so well written and beautiful to read. This is so strong it makes me wonder is it real or fantasy. It's hard for me to deal with such potent purity of feeling since my own life is a jig saw puzzle of compromises. Just thinking about it makes me laugh a bit. TY!!

Christina Bowring
Date: 1/17/2024 9:43:00 AM

I’m an old romantic by heart Duke and it’s pure fiction. I really enjoyed creating this narrative being an admirer of classic literature - I love Hardy, Austin, Brontë’s. I had Bronte’s ‘Wuthering Heights’ in mind when my quill set to work and I’d read 50 classics so was really in the frame of mind for some old fashioned romance! Thank you for reading it. :):)

Speaks Volumes

Date: 12/11/2023 2:31:00 AM

Christina this is breathtaking. Few poems make me wish they hadn't ended. This one did just that. The tender love it portrayed was divine. I couldn't have wished for a more perfect Ballad of lovers. Simply lovely. Thank you sweet Christina.

Christina Bowring
Date: 12/12/2023 10:03:00 AM

Dear sweet Wen, my heart was filled with joy when I read your heartwarming, so kind, generous comments. Thank you so much my dear friend. Such uplifting, encouraging comments to behold and treasure. When you are blessed with reading such a wonderful response as you have so graciously left for me, well, it just inspires me to keep going on the poetic journey as I know it does to so many others that you so generously support. Thank you so much my sweet, adorable friend. Love and hugs to you xx :):)

Janine Lever

Date: 11/7/2023 11:53:00 AM

Oh what can i say! your 'cascading like a waterfall', to, 'i rhapsodically drown' is profound! You describe intimately with the reader the depth and total immersion that only this kind of LOVE can bring. Within nature and wild nature are we truly with spiritual love and here in your poem i really feel it. Thank you for this poem. xxjaninexx

Christina Bowring
Date: 11/8/2023 1:01:00 PM

Dear Janine, what a delightful visit from you. Thank you immensely for leaving such wonderful, generous comments that, whilst reading them, has made my night! Such a thoughtful, insightful response of which is greatly appreciated. I’m so glad you felt the essence of the poem.Thank you. Hugs to you for a lovely evening xx

Ink Empress

Date: 9/24/2023 4:18:00 AM

“Thou art more to me than myself” i really love old english usage in poems, although when it is done as it should and youv done just that! Ah this felt like i was reading shakespeare! So good! You really are a gifted poetess so concise and so profound how you express love and romance in such a moving and poetic manner! I am blown away by this poem. Are you new on soup too? I dont see many poems here posted but i must say i can tell you are very experienced! And this i must fave! Impeccable!!!!

Christina Bowring
Date: 9/24/2023 12:37:00 PM

Dear Inky I am so happily overwhelmed with your thrilling, so generous, uplifting, encouraging comments from your own golden, poetic pen. You made my day ! Thank you so, so much. I value it greatly. I joined this incredible, talented poetic community earlier this year and have been immensely inspired by so many gifted poets such as yourself. Thank you again. I look forward to continue not just enjoying your immensely appreciated work and all the support you give to others but also to learn from you. Hugs and smiles for a creative week ahead. Xx:):)

Sam Scott

Date: 9/18/2023 8:59:00 PM

Christina this is so beautiful x a story that cuts to the heart of me. Thank you for writing such gorgeous poetry - this is more than mere words ;)

Christina Bowring
Date: 9/19/2023 4:50:00 AM

Sam, many heartfelt thanks to you once again for your valued encouraging support.Such a wonderful:) response to the poem of which has made my day. Your generous comments are so uplifting. Thank you my poetic friend. :):)

Christopher Grieves

Date: 9/18/2023 8:50:00 PM

Too wonderful for comment (*deep sigh*)

Christina Bowring
Date: 9/19/2023 4:40:00 AM

Christopher - your ‘non’ comment made me smile:) my friend. Thank you so much! More smiles :):):)

The Situation

Date: 9/14/2023 4:01:00 PM

Love the rhyming and it as a whole.

Christina Bowring
Date: 9/15/2023 6:25:00 AM

Thank you so much ,once again, for your valued comments. So appreciated. :)

Deb M

Date: 9/14/2023 9:55:00 AM

Christina how beautifully you write poetry….. and look at your comments….that says it all!! Well done lovely clever Christina…Debx

Christina Bowring
Date: 9/14/2023 2:06:00 PM

Lovely Deb thank you so, so much for another much welcome visit. My heartfelt thanks once again for your much valued encouraging support. I enjoyed writing this one- it was fun! All the wonderful comments are so gratefully received and since joining this fantastic site with fantastic,encouraging, friendly, poetic friends I feel that I have improved already and hope to continue to do so as you are all so inspiring. Hugs and thanks to you xx :)

Lisa Ricci

Date: 9/5/2023 3:16:00 AM

Good Morning Christina. Hello. Please allow me to say for all those who do not read I pray and what a dark world they must have. This entry is in true poetic fashion. It is written in vintage language and poetic style including the title itself. This one entry has all poetic elements attached including the emotive factor. It was a true pleasure turning to your page this morning. Be proud of your skilled talent that you share. Blessings (smile)

Christina Bowring
Date: 9/5/2023 6:47:00 AM

Hello Lisa. My heartfelt thanks to you for reading the poem and leaving wonderful comments that put a big smile on my face for the rest of the day! Thank you and your generous, sweet heart. Big smiles :):) and hugs to you.

Tony Hargreaves

Date: 9/3/2023 12:25:00 PM

Hi Christina. This brought back fond memories. Those wild and wuthering heights I know them well. From Hebden Bridge to Haworth, a tale to tell. I often used to walk that Pennine way. But now I'm down to a few steps a day. Tony.

Christina Bowring
Date: 9/3/2023 12:41:00 PM

Hi Tony. Thank you so much for your visit and reading the poem. So glad it brought back fond memories. The walks that you enjoyed sound glorious and have blessed you with wonderful memories. Warmest wishes to you.

Robert Lindley

Date: 8/29/2023 10:38:00 AM

My friend, that you gift us a great Victorian love poem with such fantastic language. I did truly so enjoy reading this very fine creation! A true gleaming gem. A fav too. God bless you..

Robert Lindley
Date: 8/29/2023 1:40:00 PM

My friend I gave your very fine poem a true assessment in my commentary. As a gem it is my responsibility to fav it! I try to be true in my comments . God bless you.

Christina Bowring
Date: 8/29/2023 1:09:00 PM

Robert, my poetic friend, once again, I am so, so elated with your beautiful, thoughtful comments. Such encouraging support as you give to so many is truly uplifting. I can’t thank you enough and for your kindness for deeming it a fav. Many blessings to you.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 8/29/2023 9:23:00 AM

"Tis You" is a lovely write/story/ending. I really enjoyed reading this one. I wish you would write more. Have a wonderful/blessed day writing away...........................

Christina Bowring
Date: 8/29/2023 12:50:00 PM

Thank you Paula for your visit and reading the poem. So appreciated. I am so glad you enjoyed reading it. Warmest wishes to you. I look forward to reading more of yours.

Gary Radice

Date: 8/29/2023 3:44:00 AM

Whilst reading your lovely poem, Christina, I sensed the pages turning in Emily Brontë's one and only novel, I sensed a touch of Hardy and..I have to add..I heard and saw Kate Bush in between the lines! :) Tis You (It's Me..I'm Cathy..etc etc). There is so much emotion in your heartfelt lines here. I really enjoyed the read. Cheers - Gary

Christina Bowring
Date: 8/29/2023 1:25:00 PM

Gary, thank you so much for your visit and lovely comments. Yes, it’s a shame that she didn’t write any other novels but ….what a novel it was! You are right- a bit of lovely Hardy thrown in as well. Whilst on holiday in Dorset a few years ago, I paid homage to his grave (being my literacy hero. What a moment for me!) I was intrigued with Kate Bush so investigated and can see what you mean. So glad you enjoyed it. My thanks again.

Lady Labyrinth

Date: 8/27/2023 5:04:00 PM

Gorgeously Victorian, visions of the Brontes, Emily comes to mind on first line of reading, but flows and billows into the arms of a wilfull ghost on climax. Beautifully written. I love it.

Christina Bowring
Date: 8/28/2023 3:04:00 AM

I love the characters in ‘Wuthering Heights’ and love the Brontes in particular. I had just read fifty classic novels (that one included) for a bucket list entry and was so inspired by it that the poem was born! Thank you for your lovely, generous comments and I’m delighted that you love it. Xx

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 8/26/2023 11:24:00 AM

A wonderful poem Christina, sensual , seductive and romantic. Enjoyed the read… Belle

Christina Bowring
Date: 8/27/2023 2:26:00 AM

Thank you so much Belle. I’m so glad you enjoyed a bit of old romance! My gratitude to you. Have a peaceful Sunday.

Len Gasun

Date: 8/25/2023 6:24:00 PM

Wow! A breathtaking poem from a golden pen. You're an amazing poet Christina. First time to read from you, but i will fave this piece. Thank you so much for sharing. I love it a lot and extremely enjoyed this outstanding poem. God bless you always and your writings. Hugs

Christina Bowring
Date: 8/27/2023 2:43:00 AM

Dear Len- your endearing comments made my day my friend. I’m honoured that you have favoured this piece and thank you immensely. You have such a generous, giving heart that you bestow upon all of us. God bless you too sent with hugs.

Yann Rolland

Date: 8/25/2023 6:08:00 PM

this is beautiful, and the subtle punchline is wonderful, enjoyed very much have agreat week end

Christina Bowring
Date: 8/27/2023 2:32:00 AM

Yann, my many thanks to you with gratitude for your wonderful response to the poem. So pleased. Thank you. I hope you are having a great weekend too.

Mark Toney

Date: 8/25/2023 2:03:00 PM

Christina, you’ve taken us on an enchanting, romantic journey filled with passionate musings. We’re left with you finally in loving arms as your disheveled bonnet blows away in the wind. Wowie kazowie! Loved it!

Christina Bowring
Date: 8/27/2023 2:25:00 AM

Thank you greatly Mark for your visit and uplifting comments. I am so pleased that you enjoyed reading the poem. I’m singing with a lilt and off to catch the bonnet …..

Eve Roper

Date: 8/24/2023 8:14:00 PM

You awe and move me with this excellent write.

Christina Bowring
Date: 8/24/2023 11:14:00 PM

Many thanks to you Eve for your wonderful comment. So grateful. Wishing you a happy, creative day.

Heidi Sands

Date: 8/23/2023 4:09:00 PM

I was led to this excellent poem and it is beautiful. I was taken away by your words. So nice:)

Christina Bowring
Date: 8/24/2023 3:40:00 AM

Thank you so much Heidi for reading the poem. Such wonderful, encouraging comments. My appreciation to you. Have a blessed day.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 8/23/2023 11:39:00 AM

An exquisitely beautiful poetic masterpiece! Such a pleasure to read, Christina. :)

Christina Bowring
Date: 8/24/2023 11:17:00 PM

Thank you, thank you Evelyn for your thrilling, encouraging comments on the poem. It has made my day. Very grateful. Much blessings to you.

Hiya Sharma

Date: 8/23/2023 3:39:00 AM

Awwn, this is such a resplendent and romantic piece, swirling in fragranced aura of perfumed love.. Every line weaves a delicate tapestry of heartwarming emotions and the rhymes perfectly add to the mellifluous flow.. Love this so much, I like the way you've used some classic/archaic english words, already enchanted my heart!

Christina Bowring
Date: 8/24/2023 11:28:00 PM

Gosh Hiya, thank you for your amazing comments/ thoughts on this old, romantic poem. It’s a honour to receive it from such an accomplished writer such as yourself and so many other talented poets inspiring me too. Your unique way of not just writing poems but understanding their meaning too is breathtaking- even your comments are poetic! I thank you gratefully and take inspiration from you. Have a wonderful day.

Juliet Ligon

Date: 8/22/2023 5:54:00 PM

'Tis music to my ears. Flows so beautifully.

Christina Bowring
Date: 8/24/2023 11:29:00 PM

Thank you so much Juliet for your visit and leaving such lovely comments. I appreciate it. Warmest wishes.

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 8/18/2023 11:33:00 AM

WOW, Christian, I really enjoyed your romantic poem! The last two lines simply took my breath away. A few Old English words successfully created the atmosphere of romance, and love (like in olden days)! Adding this to my Fave list. Best wishes ~ Mala

Christina Bowring
Date: 8/19/2023 1:27:00 PM

Mala thank you so much for reading the poem and your wonderful comments. Made my day bright! I’m delighted that you enjoyed it and added it to your fave list- thank you! Blessings to you.