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With Love For You

Sun flow progressed from east to west,
   with rays of light, the day is blessed.
         Like suns imbue, rays beaming through,
      my heart still shines with love for you.

Sun rays presume that flowers bloom,
   and fill the air with sweet perfume.
        Like flowers hue of red and blue,
      my heart still blooms with love for you.

The charmed mystique of forest creek
   that trickles down a mountain’s cheek.
         Like streamlets spew their water through,
      my heart still flows with love for you.

From Moon’s soft glow, the moonbeams flow, 
   and light the darkness down below.
         Like moonbeams strew the silvery hue,
      my heart still glows with love for you.

A candle’s light glows in the night
   as shadows dance with calm delight.
         Like flames that grew with heat on cue,
      my heart still burns with love for you.


August 24, 2019

Copyright © John Gondolf | Year Posted 2019

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Lin Lane Date: 1/18/2024 11:06:00 AM I remember being enchanted when reading your lines during the marathon, John. It belongs on many winning lists. Congratulations on being on this one. Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 1/18/2024 6:59:00 PM Thank you so much, Lin, I appreciate you sharing these thoughts. John

Julia Ward Date: 1/18/2024 10:20:00 AM So enjoyable! I was delighted to choose it for a win in my contest, "Most Viewed", John. Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 1/18/2024 10:41:00 AM Thank you so much, Julia, I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for hosting the contest. John

Brenda J. Joyce Date: 1/28/2023 9:24:00 AM So lovely! Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 1/28/2023 9:49:00 AM Thank you so much, Joyce, I'm glad you enjoyed it.

Ellen Gwaltney Bales Date: 1/5/2023 4:28:00 AM Lovely imagery, John. So peaceful! Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 1/5/2023 5:33:00 AM Thank you, Ellen, glad you enjoyed it. John

Susan Ashley Date: 11/3/2022 5:35:00 PM Dear John, the silky seduction of your poem leaves me breathless. Romantically and metaphorically exquisite. There's so much to appreciate in this rhythmic rhyming gem! "that trickles down a mountain’s cheek" - just wow! Congratulations for your excellent win in Mark's contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 11/3/2022 5:53:00 PM Thank you so much, Susan, your comments are always so warming to my heart. I appreciate them so much. Hugs, John

Linda Alice Fowler Date: 10/31/2022 6:37:00 AM A big fav for me John. So romantic with your resonating last line in each stanza. Congratulations on your win! :) Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 11/1/2022 2:22:00 AM Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and comments, Linda, and for saving this to your favorites. I appreciate it. John

Lin Lane Date: 10/27/2022 9:37:00 AM It's a fine moment for me to appreciate your exquisitely romantic lines, John. Congratulations on being on the winning list in Mile 17. Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 10/27/2022 6:32:00 PM What gracious thoughts, John. Thank you. John Gondolf Date: 10/27/2022 10:09:00 AM It's a fine moment for me to stand on the podium two steps below you! Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Lin, I appreciate it. John

Mark Toney Date: 10/26/2022 12:46:00 PM John, this is beautiful. I love the summation of the last lines of each stanza: "my heart still shines... blooms... flows... glows... burns with love for you." Congratulations on your podium finish on Mile 17 of my 2022 Poetry Marathon Contest. Keep your running shoes on, because Mile 18 has already started. Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 10/27/2022 5:05:00 AM Thank for sharing your thoughts, Mark, and for hosting the "race." John

Sam Kauffman Date: 10/26/2022 10:13:00 AM So lovely and tender, John. Beautiful images - "trickles down a mountain's cheek." Just delightful. Congratulations on your win! Blessings. Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 10/27/2022 5:04:00 AM Thank you so much, Sam, I appreciate it. John

Mark Massey Date: 10/7/2022 5:58:00 PM John, I check your stuff out from time to time and I don’t always comment, but then, I just came across this one… faved Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 10/8/2022 5:26:00 AM Thanks, Mark, glad you enjoyed it.

Valerie Staton Date: 2/26/2022 4:42:00 AM Enjoyed reading this beautiful, romantic poem. Nice rhythm and flow. Take care! Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 2/26/2022 5:17:00 AM Thank you so much, Valerie. It always brings a smile to my heart when people go back and read some of my older poems, thank you! Hugs, John

Bill Baker Date: 11/3/2021 2:40:00 PM Great love poem John. I especially liked the way you used internal rhyme in the third line of each verse. Smooth flowing and easy read. Thank you for sharing your gift with us. Bill Baker Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 11/4/2021 2:50:00 AM Thanks for sharing your thoughts and comments, Bill, I’m glad you enjoyed this little lilt of love. I like using internal rhymes, I think it gives a poem pizazz. John

John Hamilton Date: 2/10/2021 1:15:00 PM What a beautiful write John, my fourth time reading it and it gets better each time. After all the accolades there's one more to add, entered top 100 all time best, so worthy of a selection! Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 2/11/2021 5:41:00 AM Thank for taking the time to read this older post once again, I appreciate your comments and your support, John.

Line Gauthier Date: 1/14/2021 2:08:00 PM What a lovely poem, John ~ so glad it was included in the 2020 PS Anthology ~ Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 1/15/2021 6:28:00 AM Thank you so much, Line, I'm glad you enjoyed it. John

Paul Schneiter Date: 8/10/2020 8:02:00 PM John, I love your poem--the imagery, the rhythm and "music," the tone, the line that ends each stanza. It's definitely a keeper. Thanks for posting it. Paul Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 8/11/2020 2:24:00 AM Thanks, Paul, I appreciate your thoughts and comments. It is always nice to see someone reading some of my older poems. Thanks. John

Connie Marcum Wong Date: 5/20/2020 2:23:00 PM Nature’s beauty makes love even sweeter.This is a well written poem that shines with your talent John! xxoo Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 5/20/2020 10:25:00 PM Thank you for the wonderful comments, Connie, it’s always elating to see someone reading my older works. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Hugs, John

Joseph Babatunde Date: 3/26/2020 12:26:00 PM Lovely write Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 3/26/2020 2:17:00 PM Thanks, Joseph, glad you liked it.

Dalton Moss Date: 3/24/2020 11:24:00 AM This, is the essence of poetry. Nicely done! Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 3/24/2020 2:34:00 PM Thank you so much for the wonderful comment, Dalton, I appreciate it. John

Ralph Sergi Date: 3/24/2020 8:31:00 AM Hi John: Well chosen words with rhythm and love! Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 3/24/2020 8:42:00 AM Thanks, Ralph, I appreciate it. John

Anisha Dutta Date: 3/23/2020 11:21:00 PM So Romantic. it touched ny heart. i admire your poetic talent. Blessing Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 3/24/2020 8:29:00 AM Thank you so much for your thoughts and comments, Anisha, I'm glad you enjoyed it. John

Mitchell Griswold Date: 3/23/2020 9:31:00 PM John, I am new here to the soup mix. I just wanted you to know I read your poem and love it deeply. I write only in rhyme and appreciate a good one when I read it. GREAT creativity and emotion. Mitch Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 3/24/2020 8:27:00 AM Thanks, Mitch, I get a certain satisfaction out of constructing a really nice rhyme. I'm glad you enjoyed this one. I appreciate your thoughts and comments. John

Suzanne Delaney Date: 10/18/2019 12:22:00 PM A beautiful tribute to love and nature combined. Many lines resonated. SuZ Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 10/18/2019 2:58:00 PM Thank you so much, SuZ, I'm glad you enjoyed it. John

Jeanne Mcgee Date: 10/15/2019 7:22:00 AM Love your use of nature and love together...a wonderfully penned poem. Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 10/15/2019 7:30:00 AM Thank you so much, Jeanne, I appreciate it. Hugs, John

Mahtab Bangalee Date: 10/14/2019 6:01:00 AM heart shining poem penned Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 10/14/2019 6:29:00 AM Thank you, Mahtab, I appreciate your comments. John

Dean Wood Date: 9/18/2019 12:22:00 PM Very nice John! I love the use of internal rhyme to keep this flowing so well. Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 9/18/2019 4:55:00 PM Thanks, Dean, I appreciate your thoughts and comments. Thanks for stopping by. John

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