shangri-la

artwork by hessam abrishami

a languid afternoon dallies

just long enough to find its poetry

fingers hover wistfully

circling till the right keystrokes are audaciously unclothed

a kiss blown from the upturned palm of a cagey muse

sequesters concepts

scattered like leaves in the gutter after a rainstorm

a whispered fantasy’s warm breath

gives way to frenzied utterings

and once again i’m transported to shangri-la

 

 

Reviews

[barleygirl]

I love the title word & all that it conjures up in the reader's mind. Your sensory observations add to the idea of experiencing Shangri-La & I always love your gentle way of spilling out gentle words so full of stimulation for all the senses *smile* Fondly, Margie

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you very much, Margie. We were away on a cruise for a while so I did not thank you promptly. Want you to know I always appreciate the time you take to review me. Lydi**

[AYVID N]

Vivid images play on my mind as I read...such a languid afternoon of frenzied fantasy. The muse creates quite a stir, feeds on our energy and yet leaves us satiated. My compliments on such beautiful poetry.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you for taking the time to read me, Divya. I appreciate it. lydi**

[jacob erin-cilberto]

we don't decide when.....the muse does....and when it does we are
on the road to Shang-rila......had me humming three dog night's Shambala.....
"how does your light shine?"

and when does the poetic light shine...i really like the sequestered concept----
j.

[Lydia Shutter]

And now I am singing the song! LOL Thank you for your review, Jacob. Means a lot to me. Lydi**

[Alfred Kukitz]

You really know how to dazzle me Lydia. The favor you employ comes from the stars of heaven.

Regards,
Al

[Lydia Shutter]

You are a sweetheart, Al. Thank you so much. Lydi**

[Lorry]

This is so beautiful Lydi. A day where lines like these are delivered is always a good day. I especially like the line about the cagey muse, that line is just...well, it's worth the admittance price alone :)

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Lorry. I appreciate your review. Lydi**

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Wow! This is something many of us on WC experience in our creative searches and our interactions with those we come to admire, and sometimes adore. So beautifully told with your usual amazing picture Lydi.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, John. I always appreciate your reviews. Lydi**