Do They Dare?

A poem I wrote in 2006....by special request! :)

The melody
of mysterious loneliness
resides in self imposed solitude
till a brave dreamer
comes to call.

Shadows interlace
creating a sensual facade
of fantasies vibrating
as they patiently wait
to break through
reality’s boundaries.
But do they dare?

The labyrinth of desire
taunts the maze of logic
as it seesaws over
the undulating abyss.
Passion struggles valiantly
to make it through
but truly there is no need - -
for, indeed, concupiscence
already lives there.

Reviews

[Trace]

I don't know if you know this, but I think I am your biggest fan..... I, of simple mind just stand in awe of your talent and ability to take common words and make them special, and often unused words become magical, and it makes your poetry stand above mere lines on a page. You make me want to be a better writer. Trace

[Lydia Shutter]

Oh, Trace, you flatter me so. I am honored...really. Thank you so much....your writing is wonderful too. Lydi**

[paracelsian]

Like most everyone who's read it, I imagine, I'm a big fan of Prufrock and the "Do, I dare?", which was what drew me to this poem. The untapped potential of passion, the restraint in this poem is wonderful; I very much enjoyed it.

[Lydia Shutter]

So glad you got the Prufrock reference in the title....thank you for this wonderful comment. Lydi*

[Sanober]

Oh wow....the secret simmering journey of passion and desire! What a sensuous ride your words took me on.This is just world class poetry, my friend. I have missed your poetry so much. thank God for special requests! ;)

[Lydia Shutter]

Smiling here.....glad you enjoyed the "ride" :) Thanks for the comments. I really love the pic you chose for your profile! Lydi**

[Dara]

Your words continue to flow across the page creating an atmosphere of romance mixed with mystery. Simply beautiful!

[Lydia Shutter]

And your comments truly make my day. Thanks again!

[MsJewel]

Fantasy or reality Lydi - your poetry takes this reader to places I never want to leave. Hugs, Julie

[Lydia Shutter]

And my friend, you are always welcome there. Thank you so much for the comments. Thrilled you are here! Lydi*

[NA]

Absolutely wonderful hun...beautifully done :) x

[Lydia Shutter]

Raven, so happy to see you on this site. Thank you for reading and commenting. Lydi**

[Anthony Hall]

A brilliant piece of fantasy, Lydi, well penned. Tony.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you very much, Tony. Thrilled to see you here! Lydi**

[Patricia Wedel]

Lydi... So swell to read you poetry
entwined with inuendos of propriety.
As ever... Pat

[Lydia Shutter]

Pat, I am thrilled you are at Writer's Cafe now too. Thank you for reading and commenting. Lydi**

[AnnaLeQuinn]

I love the flow. Very nice read. Thank you for adding some serenity to my day :-)

[Lydia Shutter]

What a lovely comment, Anna. Thank you for taking the time to read and tell me you did! Lydi**

[Desert Knave]

Obviously an all-time favorite of mine. So very glad to see you share it here. ~Jim

[Lydia Shutter]

Glad I was able to find it, Jim. Thanks for asking! :)