IN SPITE OF THE SUN

do not judge!

We search once more

through thickets of branches

viewing waltzing clouds

which shroud the sun

time to breathe in scents of fresh grass

on the meadow green

teeming with clumps of clover

rather than the airless forest

where ferns and laurels seize the air

to leave us sticky with sweat dripping

its way to our limbs

 

We sprint with our belongings

stumbling over tree stumps, small rocks, and puddles

to the open space of the meadow

where the sun can no  longer judge our intimacy

 

Clouds reassure us to re-new our covert romance

although they whisper about the risk that our picnic

may soon turn to mud

we fear, but nonetheless savor what remains of our food

 

We have an urge to caress on soft earth

on a hillside beneath a willow tree

though the clouds grow into large billows of fluffy gray

we delay, in suspect that our passion

may be put on hold

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Author's Note

Thank you for reading!

Reviews

[Ern M. Yoshimoto]

what an absolutely amazing love story. the simplicity of it all: a picnic, a park, a bit of physical intimacy. there is something so right about it. has your signifacnt other ever read this?

[Betty Hermelee]

Probably!!! He reads most of them.... Thank you again EM for this fine review!
Warmly, B

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Betty.. a nugget of Intimacy seen through grey clouds of mystery. The Autumn of our years gathers the sunlit flowers of Summer’s Ecstacy… when dreams become Reality. Lovely to know you are resting in Beds of Sunflowers… my friend, softly, Pat

[Betty Hermelee]

What very lovely poetic review my dear Par… we are fine and out of the chaos
Warmly
B

[Sunflower/Sara Kendrick]

Betty, you create a very beautiful scene with a sense of apprehensiveness because there could be a change in the weather. I enjoyed reading it this morn. Thanks for sharing it with us. Sara K

[Betty Hermelee]

You are very welcome Sara, much appreciated
Warmly
B🌷

[cheyenne s garcia]

You are hands down a brilliant writer. One of my favorites! I wish you well, fellow writer!

[Betty Hermelee]

dear cheyenne, so sorry for the delay

[Betty Hermelee]

thank you so much for your sweet review, appreciated🌷
Warmly, B

[cheyenne s garcia]

Welcome. :)

[Mauricio Montoya]

Betty this write is touching so the the warmth of the title touches the heart, you've brought every word that brings in the imaginary of nature but in the last thought, let us put on hold what makes us wonder. Thank you for an Excellent write.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Mauricio, much appreciate!
Warmly
B🌷🌷

[Andrew John]

Clouds so often shroud the sun. But it can be a pleasant experience. Nicely put here, Betty H.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you for a thoughtful review🌷
Warmly, B🌷

[Weeping willow]

Such a lovely write filled with images through out the words ;-] Really enjoyable read. a favorite.

[Betty Hermelee]

A fine review WW…. Much appreciated🌷
Warmly, B

[Jerry Ables]

Excellent and profound words, Betty. I enjoyed the read very much. Richest blessings to you and yours! :)

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Jerry, a very kind review!
Warmly, B

[Jerry Ables]

You're very welcome, Betty! :)

[emmajoygreen]

'We have an urge to caress on soft earth
on a hillside beneath a willow tree
though the clouds grow into large billows of fluffy gray
we delay, in suspect that our passion
may be put on hold'

The freedom of love, to be, to share - trembles in your thoughts and - spreads like a tsunami, dear poet!

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you so much sweet EM, a fine review and I always appreciate your kind words
Hugs🌷

[Neville]

What a bloomin delight .. your words, as they appear here, leave the combined aftertastes of both absolute freedom & controlled anticipation behind .. very warmly indeed, Neville

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you my friend, a “wow” review, your kindness weaves its way through this write
Warmly, B🌷

[Neville]

Becuz ya wurf it Betty ... 🌹