Starlight

~ a romantic poem written in an Octelle form ~

art ~ Vincent van Gogh

 

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As softly as a lover’s sigh

the stars sang in the moonlit sky

sweet melodies in the night

that woke the clocks with delight

as our hearts in soft embrace

breathed words of silk and of lace

as softly as a lover’s sigh

the stars sang in the moonlit sky

 

~~~

 

With honey lips, as sweet as wine

my hand in his, his hand in mine

we traced a dream on this night

as passion played soft starlight

and in his arms I will stay

always to love him this way

with honey lips, as sweet as wine

my hand in his, his hand in mine…

 

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Author's Note

The Octelle is a form created by Emily Romano. It has eight lines and the rhyme scheme is aabbccaa, the syllable count is 88777788. The first two lines are repeated as the last two lines. What further sets the form, in its description, is using personification and symbolism in a telling manner. You may have as many verses as you wish as long as they follow the same rules.

Reviews

[Trace]

It seems for a short time every year I know who is on your mind
as your poetry is a clear window to your heart and soul.
I know how much he meant to you and my heart goes out to you my dear friend.
This is a wonderful expression of your talent and it holds so much meaning.
I am so sorry for your loss.

My love always.
Trace

[MsJewel]

You know me so well....and I'm thankful for a friend like you. Thank you for supporting my poetry. Hugs, Julie

[Coyote Poetry]

Amazing artwork and beautiful poetry. Starlight, two people and time. No better place to be in. Thank you for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[MsJewel]

Thank you for your lovely comment :) Julie

[A. Amos]

This one is like fresh air of poetry and hand in hand always take you in good romantic mood:) good read Julie and nice touch of gough work...

[MsJewel]

You are very kind. Thank you for your lovely comment :) Julie

[Gleb Zavlanov]

This is such a lovely, breathtaking, very romantic poem. It flowed so gently and so flawlessly, and had such beautiful imagery. Superb!

[MsJewel]

Your comment means so much to me as I admire your poetry so very much. Thank you :) Julie

[star73]

Love it is so beautiful very good in deed

[MsJewel]

Thank you :) Julie

[Scott Metro]

SIGH..(that's a big sigh)...wonderful declaration Julie.
Warm...soft...perfect..!!!!!!
You have such a beautiful heart...
My admiration.
Scott

[MsJewel]

Thank you my sweet friend. Hugs, Julie

[Scott Metro]

:)
Scotty...

[Saddam]

With honey lips, as sweet as wine
my hand in his, his hand in mine
you always come with new idea and new forms, and not the words are they which you write, that are like a star light words who touches the heart. very good write dear great read.

[MsJewel]

Thank you for your lovely comment :) Julie