Silk and Lace

A spanish seteset or sextilla

 

 

 

photograph compliments of pinterest 

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Pillows of silk, whispers of lace

and with the dawn gently I trace

the tenderness of your touch dear

Soft as the curve of you and I

warm as the sun rose in the sky

light as a breath, you held me near

 

Two hearts tethered in harmony

delicate threads surrounding me

in the rapture of your embrace

Every secret exposed and gone

nothing between us, floating on

pillows of silk, whispers of lace

~~~

Author's Note

The sextilla, or Spanish sestet, is a type of sestet (6-line verse) that follows a set rhyme pattern, and each line has 8 syllables. The rhyme pattern can be either aabccb or abbacc, but you must use the same rhyme pattern if more than one sestet is used in the poem.

Reviews

[onceloved]

Here I am once again reading another beautifully expressed one by you. I always have enjoyed reading all your poetry and always will. You seem to have a beautiful love affair with your poetry it show up very beautifully in them you have a beautiful way expressing your different moods you feel from time to time so beautifully. :) A fan of your

[MsJewel]

It's lovely to see you Larry. Thanks so much for your lovely comment :) Julie

[UN]

Few things I love more than the feel of silk and lace. Your sensual imagery is tops.

[MsJewel]

Thanks again :) Julie

[BlackPrince]

This poem is very sweet and sexy.

WELL DONE

[R.E. Ray]

Regardless of the rhyme pattern, this is a beautiful poem! So sensuous and passionate. I look forward to reading more of your work.

[Dream Weaver]

"Soft as the curve of you and I
warm as the sun rose in the sky
light as a breath, you held me near"
Okay I'm hooked... nicely done...

[barleygirl]

This is so well-crafted with a gentle sexiness & affection that is palpable. It conveys a lyrical sense becuz of your excellent word choices, paying attention to sound as well as meaning. This scenario would be my wild guess as to the meaning of the word "sextilla" (before I read your clear explanation, which is helpful).

[Enchanted-Raven]

Exquisitely done ..... :) x

[Tabby Mac]

You are so clever! It's perfect! I see what you did there with the lace too!
'Two hearts tethered in harmony
Delicate threads surrounding me...'
Beautifully written! The images the flow! Spot on!! LOVE IT!

[MsJewel]

Thanks so much Tabby :) Julie

[richieb]

Julie,
Your words have a whispering softness to them. The lovers need no talking their sensual drama is played out in knowing the needs and pleasures of each other. Your poem portrays this wonderfully.
Richie b.

[MsJewel]

Thanks so much Richie :) Julie

[Relic]

No matter what its called, you have a talent for romantic verse. Now I need to kiss someone. lol

I love the picture that accompanies the poem. You're a helluva sexy writer Julie. :)

[MsJewel]

Thank you Relic :) Julie