THE GENTLEMAN

I AM BACK!!! a snapshot of the RIVER in all its magnificence!

THE GENTLEMAN

 

The Blue Danube waltzes its way

Through the heart of Germany

To the banks of the Black Sea

A dancer with a triple twirl

 

Bends and twists past granite and

Sandstone

Regal and dignified

Ancient rock carvings and etchings

Cling to its shores

The RIVER OF GOD according to myth

 

Colors transforms from Cerulean blue

To faded jeans

Its gentle glide mesmerizes the spirit

Settles the soul

A humming rhythm

As it rides the cadences

And folds under starlit nights

Bearing the sun’s reflection at high noon

The gentleman of waterways

A heritage of marvels

 

 

 

Author's Note

I'm BACK in one piece! very interesting journey. This is my photo of the Blue Danube as we traveled East from Austria to Romania. I know I have a lot to catch up on...many reading requests and reviews in general. I promise I will read them in good time. So great to back at the CAFE!!! MISSED YOU!
Warmly, B

Reviews

[grace]

This piece of yours is absolutely enchanting. The imagery is so vivid, I just love poems associated with oceans and seas. And the way you have written it is just mesmerizing. And the place is just so pretty!

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Grace, much appreciated!
Warmly, B

[Julie McCarthy (juliesp..]

What a beautiful place
Welcome back
Unpack your bags first lol
Love the poem

[Betty Hermelee]

Thanks so much Julie for a lovely review!
Warmly,
B

[willweb]

A beautiful poem my friend that captures the beauty you witnessed while on your trip. It sounds like it was an amazing adventure.

[Betty Hermelee]

It really was an eye-opener, seeing the aftermath of communism upon the countries we visited, all behind the iron curtain for many years and before that wars upon wars! Now they are independent but some are struggling economically….. glad you enjoyed it.
Warmly, B

[emmajoygreen]

' The Blue Danube waltzes its way
Through the heart of Germany
To the banks of the Black Sea
A dancer with a triple twirl

Bends and twists past granite and
Sandstone
Regal and dignified
Ancient rock carvings and etchings
Cling to its shores
The RIVER OF GOD according to myth'

Such a beautiful and sincere truth, Betty. Your use of dancing movements and the river is wonderfully laid, uniting two kinDs of mood and drama! Seems your holiday has left so many memories. Perhaps there will be times ahead when a mention, movement, sound or colour will jump up yet again but bring your own expressive poem to mind!

[Betty Hermelee]

Dearest Em
Thank you for a very expressive review, love it!
Warmly, B

[M]

Cruising on the Danube must have been a wonderful experience. Your words are full of exuberance and no doubt your mind and body have returned home very refreshed. I am sure you have been inspired by your travels as this poem attests. I hope you enjoyed yourself immensely.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you so much for your lovely review
Warmly
B.

[John the Baptist]

Thanks for including the photo. It's easy to see why Mr. Strauss was inspired to write his great waltz.

[Betty Hermelee]

Yes indeed and yore very welcome dear friend
Warmly, B

[Ken Simm.]

This flows just as the mighty river does. Excellent visual descriptive piece more than a sum of its parts. And I'm glad you enjoyed your holiday.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you so much Ken, really appreciate it, and I promise to read another poem of yours as soon as I am able! Warmly, B

[W. Barrett Munn]

Travel is a great way to get inspired to write poety as your piece shows. Well done.

Winston

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you W for a fine review, great and eye- opening trip!
Warmly, B

[AYVID N]

This river is so beautiful, gentle and graceful. I love the way you described the sun as a gentleman. Dear Betty, I'm so inspired by this poem. Its such an amazing description of a great river.

"A dancer with a triple twirl"~ I adored that line!

The picture you paint with your words is a more memorable tribute to the river than a thousand paintings! So happy to know you're back and we can look forward to reading your lovely poetry!

[Betty Hermelee]

Dear Divya
The river was an inspiration, and I enjoyed writing a little piece to portray to my poet friends... your comments are also very inspiring to me
Warmly, B

[Dave Brown]

very nicely done and a pleasure to read
the 'Gentleman' description sounds just right

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Dave, always good to read your reviews…
Warmly
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