Cobwebs in the corner

Another great collaboration with Amy R.

In the dimmest corner, where sunlight does not reach, 

lies a narrative spun from cobwebs, a sight to preach. 

Their gossamer threads, akin to a spider's tender hold,

adorning the walls with a ghostly fold. 

These intricate designs, a masterpiece of finesse, 

a tribute to the spider's artistry, no less. 

They dance and twirl, in the flickering of the light, 

a haunting ballet, a wondrous sight. 

Their silken filaments, reminiscent of a lover's touch,

entwined and enmeshed, in a loving clutch. 

They weave and wind, in a graceful embrace, 

a delicate web, quite a captivating space... 

Not even the glorious Athena could rival, 

so she cursed Arachne, but it was not final. 

On, her offspring kept weaving, 

a design forever so intriguing. 

The spiders are delicate creatures, 

all seeing eyes, and many features. 

Their thread a reminder of time, 

a magnificent web, a grand design. 

They enchant dark places, 

and leave on their traces. 

A touch as caressing as a lover, 

a tapestry of perfection, like no other. 

© Amy R. and The Ancient Rock. 

Author's Note

Another wonderful collaboration with Amy R.
All visits and reviews are appreciated.
Thank you so much.

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

Amazing poetry shared by two amazing poets.
"They enchant dark places,
and leave on their traces.
A touch as caressing as a lover,
a tapestry of perfection, like no other. "
I liked the complete poem but the above lines could stand alone. You gave life to the beautiful words. Thank you for sharing the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

[The_Ancient_Rock]

Thank you friend. I am so glad you enjoyed this poem.
Thank you for your visit and your review. Take good care. Bright blessings.

[Coyote Poetry]

Was my pleasure and you are welcome my friend.

[Zombified Spider]

SPIDERSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!

Really though, it's a great poem. I enjoyed it. I really like the line about
"The spiders are delicate creatures,
all seeing eyes, and many features.
Their thread a reminder of time,
a magnificent web, a grand design."
I feel like that really resonates with me, as spider myself.

[The_Ancient_Rock]

Ahah, yes, spiders, thank you.
I am so glad you enjoyed this poem.
Thank you so much for your visit and your awesome review. Your words are deeply appreciated.
Take good care friend. Bright blessings.

[Cherrie]

This is a wonderful blending of rhyme and imagery a beautiful collaboration.

[The_Ancient_Rock]

Thank you so much for your visit and your review, Cherrie. Your words are deeply appreciated. I am so glad you enjoyed this poem. Take good care. Bright blessings.

[Betty Hermelee]

Great Collaboration!!! I have a huge ,gorgeous spider web on the outside of my studio window....I watch it grow , and admire it every day....delicate and mystifying .....they move ever so gently in a soft breeze...yet they stick like glue and never fall...spiders are common where I live and in old haunted houses, especially in the dark....their intricate designs are a masterwork of art.... thank you for sharing
Warmly, B

[The_Ancient_Rock]

Thank you so much for your visit and your review Betty.
I am so happy you enjoyed this poem.
Old haunted houses, nice. I always wanted to stay at a haunted house. Yes, nature is beautiful in all creation, spiders as well. Honestly I don't like the flies very much and spiders eat them. Lol
Your words are deeply appreciated.
Take good care friend. Bright blessings.

[Betty Hermelee]

You are very welcome!
Warmly
B🌷🌷🌷

[The_Ancient_Rock]

Thank you. 😃
🌹🌹🌹

[Ern M. Yoshimoto]

spiders are incredible creatures whose work are a wonder of nature. you explore this idea in such captivating language - intersecting science, mythology, and lived experience. a daring poem that takes a simple topic and expands it across an amorous horizon. i'm glad Amy R is back. this work sits outside her usual work, but it has the stylistic finesse known to her. hats off to both of you.

[The_Ancient_Rock]

Thank you so much for your visit and your review, Ern.
I am so glad you enjoyed this poem.read moreThank you so much for your visit and your review, Ern.
I am so glad you enjoyed this poem.
Yes, Amy writes very well.
Take good care friend.
Bright blessings.

[Marie]

I so agree with your Introduction to this poem, dear A. R. It truly is a wonderful collaboration with Amy! Your words spin the story of Athena and Arachne so finely: Arachne, a talented mortal weaver, challenged Minerva (Athena) to a weaving contest. Despite Arachne's exceptional skill, Minerva transformed her into a spider. The myth illustrates divine punishment, and the dangers of challenging the gods. Yes, her offspring continue to weave to this very day and nobody can compete with the delicate patterns that they weave, they are unique. There is something so joyful in watching a spider spin its web, how carefully it is achieved one strand at a time and if it is early morning, seeing it bedecked by diamonds of dew is simply breathtaking! I do NOT like big spiders but I don't mind the little ones, but that said, I am a great admirer of their intriguing craft and you have flecked an amazingly wonderful picture of that craft throughout this masterfully penned poem and of the little creatures themselves with a "touch as caressing as a lover!" A fascinating poem studded with glistening gems of visual detail throughout. Perfect rhythm and rhyme, the poem flows effortlessly. I got trapped in the web of your words as I read and so enjoyed this awe-inspiring poem. Love the title of the poem too! Kudos to you both dear A. R. and Amy! Wondrous write! Thank you for sharing...

[The_Ancient_Rock]

Thank you so much for your visit and your awesome review. I am delighted you enjoyed this poem, Marie.
Yes, I do enjoy the Greek myths. Always felt sorry for Arachne, and Medusa as well. Minerva was not very forgiving. Take good care dear friend. Hugs and bright blessings.

[Marie]

Most welcome always, dear A. R...
I love the poem, it is a captivating write. I too, like Greek myth. Not too keen on Medusa and all her snakes! :) Don't feel that Minera was forgiving, but was perhaps a little envious of Arachna's awesome abilities? Take very good care of you too, dear friend. Hugs and brightest Blessings from here to there to you...

[The_Ancient_Rock]

Thank you again Marie.
Wish you a great weekend, friend.
Medusa was raped by poseidon,, And then cursed by Minerva or Athena. Hugs and bright blessings.

[Marie]

Most welcome always, A. R... Thank you for the extra information which I hadn't been aware of. Hugs and brightest blessings your way too...