Veneration

He steals across the courtyard, 
the ardent lover anxious to surprise, 
edging ever forward, 
with fiery consummation as his prize. 

His blushes blossom bright and hot, 
as he lays forth his course and his intent, 
ever nearer to the trellises, 
the shadows shrink, now no impediment. 

At his zenith he is seen by all, 
our blessed sphere in full display, 
inviting those who would to stand in awe, 
to pray, and then go safely on their way.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2012



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Date: 9/20/2012 5:37:00 PM
This is brilliantly crafted. How much talent is this? Wow, breathtakingly beautiful. You are so so talented. Thank you for sharing your expertise. Hugs,,
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Date: 8/29/2012 1:31:00 AM
your images take me to a place that possesses something different, something incredible, something benign, keith... the 'ardent lover' is very interesting and symbolical....love the backing to this one!.. impressive spiritual chime!..:) huggs
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Date: 8/26/2012 7:27:00 AM
Enjoyable read! Cynthia
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Date: 8/23/2012 3:41:00 PM
Awesome poem here, Keith, love this
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Date: 8/22/2012 2:19:00 PM
Your words are a means to satisfaction and that's what I find in this.
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Date: 8/20/2012 12:30:00 PM
Truly lovely work,
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Date: 8/19/2012 11:38:00 AM
I agree with Russell, this is brilliant!! awesome personification, Kieth, as always.
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Date: 8/19/2012 11:35:00 AM
Brilliant, a simply brilliant write my friend! I really enjoyed this incredible poem Kieth! What a fruitful display of love, Great Work!!
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Date: 8/19/2012 10:18:00 AM
"An ardent lover", how nice, like it Keith xx
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Date: 8/19/2012 5:27:00 AM
Beautiful written poem Keith. - Have a lovely Sunday and a very good new week. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
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