even now

artwork by garmash

even now

gray hair blowing in the sea breeze

beauty was her calling card

 

she tasted summer with lusty abandon

as tips of nostalgia were moistened

by the memory of a juicy peach

eaten at the beach

juice running down her chin

till “he” licked it off

 

oh yes, a liquefied reminiscence

whitecaps breaking over and under them

salty clean yet seductive giggles

turning into fulfilled fantasies

fit for kings and queens

ones only encountered in her wildest dreams…..or poetry

 

yes, even now

beauty was still her calling card

and poetry her salvation

 

 

Reviews

[Richard🖌]

Again, Lydi,
You've blessed us with a wondrously beautiful and meaningful fit of a painting … it's a though she's fanning her dress at life's cares to fly away, exactly how the moment and suggestive nuances of your poem make me want to toss it all to the wind, grab a handful of romance, chase a kite until breathless and drunk from laughter … then, soothe into slow, deliberate lovemaking … oops! Ya got me carried off there … blush!

"Calling card" and "salvation", it's an enthralling piece from your depthless well of sensual affection and imagery, we all adore and need!
Thank you, Dear Lady-Poet … warmest hugs to you! ⁓ Richard

[Lydia Shutter]

Glad you like the artwork I chose. I try to find something to complement my words. Although you did get a bit carried away, I am so pleased you enjoyed the words. Be well. Lydi**

[Richard🖌]

Always, Lydi, my honor and pleasure!

[ROXANE DORSEY]

NICE VERY NICE. THANKS FOR SHARING THIS POEM

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks, Roxane.

[Valentine]

Aging does not take away all of God's blessings. Beauty is also on the inside of a person. Valentine

[Lydia Shutter]

How right you are, Kathie. Thank you. LYdi**

[Karmee]

yes, even now
beauty was still her calling card
and poetry her salvatio

LOVE THESE LINES A LOT,
Amazing write here.
keep writing always, you are very talented

[Lydia Shutter]

So sweet of you. Thank you. Lydi**

[Willard Wells]

Lovely work Lydia. The imagery is excellent and I enjoyed watching the juice of the peach run down your chin. Very nice.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Willard. Lydi**

[Dara]

A beautiful look into a woman's mind as she is growing older in body yet still young at heart. It is also a reminder that beauty and romance are timeless and can stay with us in mind and spirit and yes, through our poetry. A keeper for me Lydi.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, Dara. In our minds, we are still at the Senior Prom. Lydi**

[Alfred Kukitz]

Lydia,

Your mind and soul meld into a poetic dance as the symphony dazzles!

Regards,
Al

[Lydia Shutter]

Such a poetic review, Al. Thank you so much. Lydi**

[Shabeeh Haider]

Oh my....this is a highly descriptive and raises the temperature a bit.
You have penned it beautifully

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Shabeeh. Lydi**

[Baby Ricochet]

Man this is a hot poem!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Mark. Lydi**