This, Our Love ⁓ (through the seasons)

BALLAD, in 8/6/8/6 count, rhyme-scheme: abcb, defe, etc; in iambic meter.

This, Our Love ~
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When Earth, She spoke, 'twas then I knew
I'd ne'er be as before;
for, in Her voice a gentle tone,
"Come lie upon My shore!

Learn from the waves that lap My sand,
caressing deep the beach;
shhh! As you watch, so softly hear
life's primal mating breach ...

as brushing soft, hushed sighing sand,
passion in its motion,
relents, as rivers always do,
flowing to their ocean.

Unto the sky uplift your face,
see there life's wings in flight,
learn then what flying truly means,
come soar with me tonight.

We'll traverse 'cross vast oceans wide,
broach mountains high above,
and bed 'longside bright silver streams,
teach starlings how to love.

Then, when we're spent, the grass will wave,
with flowers dancing, too;
as willing breezes witnessed all
of lovers wedding true."

I listened well, the breath of me
She took into Her soul,
and when exhaled the seed of life,
it made us one and whole.

"O' wean me, Winter, to Spring's breast,
ere Summer's fields grow bold;

please, bless then, dear Earth, 'this, our love ~’
turn it to Autumn gold."

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Richard W. Jenkins
©2015

Author's Note

Photograph, from Wikipedia Commons.

Constructive critique is always welcome! : )

Reviews

[George Coombs]

A beautiful, well chosen image that compliments the poem to perfection. A brilliantly crafted and beautiful celebration of life and the movement of nature and the seasons through existence.I loved the verse beginning "unto the sky..." with its invitation to "learn what life truly means" Great work

[Richard🖌]

Thank you sincerely, Dear George,
It is ever a pleasure to receive such an inspiring and gratifying review from one as accomplished as you are, my friend.
Your praise and grasp of the essence this piece portrays makes writing and sharing a truly blessed event.
The verse you've highlighted (I think) expresses the deeper meaning of this piece; it is, also, one of my favorite … and, I must heartily agree with your assessment of the picture, too.

A fine review, George … I humbly bow! ⁓ Richard : )

[George Coombs]

Your welcome Richard

[usman]

Its really amazing how you paint nature with your feelings of love.the feelings are deep.But sir i cant feel the strong emotion in it.

thank you sir

[Richard🖌]

Hello, useman!
It is a pleasure to have you visit my pages, selecting this verse in deep expression of Nature, when combined with human love, and to receive your input of recognition for my humble efforts.
Yes, I understand your meaning, Sir … the strong emotion in this sort of structured poem is not meant to be derived from the poem, itself; but, rather from that which dwells in the imaginings of each reader's own heart, soul, and mind to be inspired in their own way by the imagery of word choices and flow.
One reader might be drawn in one way, while another will be entirely affected in whatever manner the moment of the piece means to them.
Here is a new one, "Eternal Spring, Beloved~Sweetheart" you might find more of that "strong emotion" you might be able to "feel". Copy/Paste the following URL address in your browser's search bar: http://www.writerscafe.org/writing/RichardJ/1717064/
I hope you'll read it and find a greater sense in satisfaction of strong emotion.
Thank you most gratefully, My Friend! ⁓ Richard

[usman]

Thank you sir

[B. Boileau]

Vivid images of nature flow with class of life and love. The Rythm of this makes your words spring off the page ! You have painted scenes of all the seasons of romance. I thoroughly enjoyed this and look foward to reading more of your stuff.

bill

[Richard🖌]

Hi, Bill,
I thank you ever-so warmly and gratefully for selecting this endearing little Ballad of love to read and enjoy, and most certainly for your inspiring words of praise and appreciation; what higher gratification could a hopeful bard wish for from a fellow-poet … than these.
Please, read all of my "stuff" you might feel drawn to! ⁓ Richard

[Nolo Segundo]

Magnificent! You've woven nature, sexuality, and spirituality into a single fabric-- and like all poems that actually work,, it takes one out of oneself for a moment: a bit of true magic.

[Richard🖌]

Thank you, Nolo!
Your take on this poem has praised, encouraged, and gratified my humble efforts to write for and please my fellow-poets and poetesses.
Your review, a poem in itself, has blessed me with a grateful smile.
Many blessings, My Friend! ⁓ Richard

[Crimson_ish]

Lovely passionate poetical read! It's wrapped with glory!

[Richard🖌]

Many thanks, Dear Poetess, for selecting one of my pieces to read, for your praise, and inspiring comments.
Warmest,,most grateful hugs to You! ⁓ Richard

[Dave]

Richard-
The scenes you paint in the minds' eye are truly breathtaking. You make it so easy to see and feel the love that you want to share. I think, perhaps, the love you need to share and so unselfishly.

[Richard🖌]

Thank you sincerely, Dave,
For stopping by and selecting this romantic little Ballad to read and review.
Thank you, too, for your inspiring compliment, as-well, your keen discernment of my very nature and motives in composing and sharing this deeply revealing work.
Bless you and all your days, My Fine Friend! ⁓ Richard

[Dave]

Richard when someone writes as well as you it's very easy to compliment them.
Blessings upon you as well. - Dave

[Richard🖌]

It is a pleasure to share my humble efforts with you, Dave … thank you, again!

[Lydia Shutter]

The rhythm and rhyme of your words are flawless. The words dance on the page. The personification of Mother Nature is stunning. The imagery is rich. There is a romantic thread running through each stanza. Just a joy to read. Lydi**

[Richard🖌]

Thank you, Lydi, ever-so sincerely*
How deeply gratifying and pleasing to the sense, M'Lady, such sentiments radiate from your words, literally rising up off the page … a'flow with the rhythm of my pulse-beat.
I genuinely hope your "joy" was half of mine ~ derived from your enthralling review, Dear Lady-Poet; for, if it were so, I am a truly happy bard … cozy thank you hugs, Lydi! ⁓ Richard

[R.M.C]

I've came here from reading your poem "Behind closed eyes" and I'm glad that I did; it's another beautiful poem. The ease in which you write is as if you've been around as long as language itself and mastered all its forms. Continue to write and I'm confident your words will be read and loved.

[Richard🖌]

Thank you immensely, Ross!
Your presence on my pages have bright gleams of sparkling glints!
Such praise and appreciation as yours assures me my efforts have proven worthwhile, inspiring my humble olde pen to dance in my fingers to write another.
Most all the lines in this piece are composed in "iambic beat" … it is this poetic flow that gives a reader the sensation of "ease in which I write".

Thank you, again, My Fine Friend … bless you and your poetry! ⁓ Richard

[venika]

really..... you have written wonderfull words..... i appreciate ur writing....:)

[Richard🖌]

Thanks sincerely, Venika, for your encouraging praise and appreciation.
Happy New Year To You! ⁓ Richard

[venika]

oohh thx u so much...... n same 2 u

[Linda Marie Van Tassell]

Your words are like rainbow splashes, beautifully drenched with morning dew. The poem sparkles with piquancy and delights all the senses. Beautiful!

[Richard🖌]

Oh, Linda!
How I so truly enjoy it when you come to read one of my poems, gifting me your special blend of beauty and praise*
Your words, a most beautiful composition in themselves, embrace and gratify me in a way I dearly love … thank you warmly and sincerely for the gift of You and your inspiring praise, Dear Lady-Poet! ⁓ Richard

[emmajoy]

Love and passion seems to be as prevalent as icing on the Christmas cake right now... maybe tis the Good will add Joy wished all the time, maybe it's because it's a retrospective time when people look back and forth and realise what they've lost.. and, more so, what they've found.

Your words are beautifully laid, Lake poets, eat your hearts out!

[Richard🖌]

Isn't it amazing, Em, how the energy of a particular time of year, an event, the colourful array of Autumn leaves, or the pureness of virgin Winter snow sparkling in the soft moonlight can set such a meaningful mood?
I particularly enjoy the beautiful expressions of love it's all brought forth from your easy words of genuine feeling, but you always seem to know exactly what fits.
Your praise makes me smile all over and want to shine my olde pen and compose another … thank you so very warmly and gratefully, Em! ⁓ Richard