back in the day

artwork by alberto vargas

stuck in a time warp

that's what some would say

i  liked things a little better

WAY back in the day!

when hips and bust were unseen

a bare midriff was considered bold

nooks and crannies remained hidden

yea, yea, i know i'm getting old!

but domestic adventures

notwithstanding you see

through my rocky life experience

i’ve learned a thing or three!

somewhere between the lines

sensuality can mill about

no need for blatant erotica

seduction need not shout!

frilly silky unmentionables

are truly meant for the boudoir

for the eyes of your lover

your romeo, your czar!

hinting at a fantasy is more elegant

like a sexy lace negligee

listen to the advice i give

la fin s'il vous plaît!

Reviews

[jacob erin-cilberto]

most people do look better with clothes on...and the rest simply intimated...
the subtle journey there is what really had us going in our youth...
now it's a free-for-all....
i can relate to this...
i enjoy that "
between the lines" sensuality.
j.

[Lydia Shutter]

Especially at our age, Jacob! :) thanks for the review. Always appreciate your visits. Lydi**

[Patricia Wedel]

As summer shows her sensuality in fragile shades
of innermost secrets covered in moonlight and dreams...
there is a sensibility of sharing all that lies beneath ...
French tones of Brahms lullabies will suffice when
lovers behold their fantasies. truly, Pat

[Lydia Shutter]

You are so poetic, my friend. Thank you very much. Lydi**

[R.E. Ray]

“Back in the day” I much preferred the pretty packaging to unwrap. I, too, like subtleties that seem uncommon today. Now, we see the inked butterflies and what-not often on bodies not fit for public view. I’ll take your poster girl without the ink and extra skin. :)

[Lydia Shutter]

We are on the same page! Thank you very much, Ray. Lydi**

[Einstein Noodle]

ooo-la-la......... Vargus!! the master of pin ups says i! and she's a beauty Lydia!! ;) and i love your rhyme and rhythm ... and your clear enduring point of view ... there is a line ... where you draw it is the most sublime of seductions .. long fuses .. generate far more sparks eh!? well done .. perfect pic to accompany this poem!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, E. I always appreciate your visits. Have a wonderful Saturday. Lydi**

[Einstein Noodle]

thank you ma'am! i did! :)

[Lea Sheryn]

Also: some people should look in the mirror before they go out in public.

[Lydia Shutter]

We need to buy them mirrors! :)

[Lea Sheryn]

I think we all look back at the time of our youth as a better time.

[Lydia Shutter]

True enough. Thanks for the visit.

[Lea Sheryn]

You're welcome. I enjoyed it.

[Cassie]

I hear you, maybe am also getting old. Nowadays the skin is meant for everyone.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks somuch Cassie! Lydi***

[Sami Khalil]

What is hidden is desired. It has a certain appeal and value. I like how you preserve the dignity and sacredness of romance between the man and woman. A gorgeous, worthy poem. Your art choices are marvelous.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you very much, Sami. I know you always notice the artwork! :) Lydi**

[Sami Khalil]

Yep. You are welcome. Got those eyes for quality works.

[John the Baptist]

Liked the Vargas picture. The poem states an old truth. The suggested always allures more than the blatant. Nicely rhymed, well put.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you so much, John. Lydi**

[Another Relic]

Sort of like an alfred Hitcock movie...things were more implied and not so direct. I can also relate.

[Lydia Shutter]

Exactly! Thanks so much. Lydi**