Blessed from above ⁓ (sensual dream)

Fives 'n Eights (see rules below)

   Blessed from above ~
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   'Twas on that Spring night ~
    two hearts soared in-flight …
    on soft wings, sprouted then 'n there;
    such bliss they both knew
    so rarely by few,
    two warm souls were reborn, I swear.

    Her angel face glowed,
    sweet love was bestowed,
    two hearts wed as one evermore.
    Her heart was as pure,
    as his heart was sure
    what fate breathed life into him for.

    Their yearnings entwined
    while stars came aligned,
    a course charted two hearts would take.
    Desires blended one
    as warm as the sun,
    each knowing they'd never forsake.

    There was nothing spared,
    their ecstasy flared
    a spark to ignite coldest blood.
    Ne'er before had came
    such wild, fiery flame
    to bloom full her pulsing rosebud.

    Each heart, soul, and mind
    with fervor combined,
    frames mated in climax-arched rush.
    Warm, pearl rivers flowed ~
    lovemaking bestowed
    with passion that made the gods blush.

    With moon shining bright
    some soft Springtime night,
    I'll soar high with You once again;
    to Bolero, dance
    in your sultry trance,
    tasting your lips' endless champagne.

    The mockingbird's trill,
    dove's soft cooing thrill,
    in ways only lovers can hear.
    This much is assured,
    no lovelier's heard
    by woman's or man's mortal ear;

    yet, time moves along,
    oft waning life's song
    that sang in sweet voices of love.
    Sure, we'll cry sad tears,
    but smile with sweet cheers ...
    for when we were blessed from above ~

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           Richard W. Jenkins
               © 9 Apr 2016



   Fives 'n Eights (or) Doubledown Style 3   
    Original form created by
    Richard W. Jenkins
    © 4 May 1987

    Any number of 6-line verses about anything:
    Aligned left or centered.

    Syllable counts per verse:
    5/5/8/5/5/8 in iambic meter.

    Rhyme scheme:
    xxxxa
    xxxxa
    xxxxxxxb
    xxxxc
    xxxxc
    xxxxxxxb

    xxxxd
    xxxxd
    xxxxxxxe
    xxxxf
    xxxxf
    xxxxxxxe

    Etc…

Author's Note

I would love you to try this form (it is an easy, enjoyable form to learn and make flow), and if you do, please, let me know, so I can read and review it for you.
Thank you so very much for reading this sweet sensual dream poem … here’s hoping you’ve enjoyed it!

Painting: Oil on canvas, from Wikimedia Commons.

Constructive critique is always welcomed! : )

Reviews

[JayceeC]

Oh I like this new form, and I might be able to reproduce it since it has no particular meter, we will see what I come up with.
Great imagery all through this and I'm not sure I can pick out one line or stanza that I particularly like more than others. Passion to make the gods blush, and tangos from Bolero, added to doves coo (I'm thinking mourning doves) adds up to a successful poem with an intriguing new form to play with.
never disappointed when I visit, you my friend.

[Richard🖌]

Beautiful review for this little number, Jan … thanks a million!
That you like my form is especially gratifying and pleasing to a hopeful bard's ernest efforts.
With your brilliant skills composing in one of my forms, it excites me more than just a little … please, let me know if and when you do.
You do know how to make me violently blush, and HOW!
Thank you so much, Jan, for praising and appreciating me … it means far more than mere words.
Hugs! ⁓ Richard

[Vatsal Rohilla (account..]

Fantastic job, sir. The rhyme scheme is excellent, I will try one in this form. Thanks for sharing this poem of yours, it was a pleasure reading it.

[Richard🖌]

Many thanks, Vatsal,
You reading and praise mean so much to this bard's efforts.
Please, let me know when your poem is posted so I can read and review it for you … it was a pleasure serving you! ⁓ Richard

[Vatsal Rohilla (account shifted)]

Sir, I will mail you my poem today. I think that I have made a mess of syllable count at some places though.

[Richard🖌]

Well, I am honored, Vatsaland I am sure with a minimum of effort you can make it a correct and presentable piece.
Be surte to give me credit for the form, and include the rules for your readers' intertest and information.
Thank you! ⁓ Richard

[Kelly Scheppers]

There is such a passion and play to your work, Richard...as though it were an invitation to a dance. I'm kicking my heels off for this one!

[Richard🖌]

A warm, grateful smile always graces my rugged mug when I see your name in review on one of my pieces, because I know where you've been there will be the sweetest gift of bouquet, warmth, and beauty left trailing behind. 🎼
May I take you hand? I love a gentle waltz in the arms of a Lady! ⁓ Richard

[Rhia Barton]

Amazing wordplay! I love the imagery, its so Midsummer Night's Dream-esque. Very passionate and loving as well. I'd never have the creativity to write something like this, this is something that I'd expect to see in an anthology of works over the past centuries! Perfectly nailed Shakespearean nature, very much enjoyed the read :)

[Richard🖌]

Rhia Dear,
After reading and reviewing you, I see no reason you cannot write in any form, of any genre, your skillful self would ever desire to.
Give this form a whirl … you may just love it and start something special in your poetic world.
How beautiful and giving your nature is, M'Lady, to gift a needy poet so wonderful a praising as you have, and to compare my humble little piece to the greats is gratification far beyond any I could have ever wished.

Thank you, dear Poetess, for your gracious enjoyment … big hugs to you! ⁓ Richard

[Rhia Barton]

Haha, I could try it but it would remind me so much of my dreaded English Literature class! Thank you very much, I look forward to reading more of your work :)

[Richard🖌]

… and, Dear Rhia, I yours! : )

[Georgina Cross]

Hi Richard,
This is such a beautiful poem and compliments the painting perfectly. The new form is also very special, I love the rhyme scheme that you have written it in and i think I may give it a go myself!
Thank you for being such an inspiration!
I hope you may take the time to view more of my work.
Lovely work Richard, I cannot wait to read more,
Georgie

[Richard🖌]

Hi, yourself, Georgie!
How wonderfully you smother me with your encouraging praise and enjoyment of my efforts … exactly how a bard wants to be appreciated and bragged-on by a talented poetess, and I love it! It is You who inspires Me, and it's You whom I thank!
I hope you will use your beautiful skills and my form to try your creativity with … it is sooo very exciting to imagine what you'll do.
Yes, Georgie, I shall come by your place again soon.

Thank you so very sincerely and warmly, Dear Lady-Poet … hugs to you! ⁓ Richard

[Usman Muhammad]

Great poem sir....Last stanza was absolute beauty, best possible way to explain the Love.

[Richard🖌]

Thank you, Usman,
Your praise and appreciatiive comments of understanding are certainly encouraging and welcome.

Blessings for your day! ⁓ Richard