"BAD BOY!" (warmly sensual)

BALLADE: For those who've been asking for something new. 😏

"BAD BOY!"

Tell me, Sweet One, if you've the nerve,
how is it that you love to play?
Is it warm with a touch of verve,
that softly steals the breath away,
and makes all tight resistance sway?
Whatever you say, we can do.
Come on now, you can have your way;
for, I'm a bad boy ... it is true!

Don't worry if your values swerve,
not all is black 'n white ~ there's gray;
and, with our colors that best serve...
we'll look no further than today.
There are no rules left to obey;
for now, there's only me and you.
So, let's lie down and come what may;
for, I'm a bad boy ... it is true!

Your breasts are rising, I observe ...
the sparkle in your eyes betray
your yearning 'neath each writhing curve.
Oh, heavens knows we can't delay!
The essence of your sweet bouquet
excites me, Dearest, through and through.
You're wet and warm, a lush buffet;
for, I'm a bad boy ... it is true!

You say, "Don't go," that I must, “stay!”
Yes, I'll remain, don’t misconstrue...
yet, too long, would be your dismay;
for, I'm a bad boy ... it is true!

Richard W. Jenkins
©2021

Author's Note

BALLADE
A French format with 3 seven or eight-line stanzas, and a four line envoi
that repeats the last four rhymes of the previous stanza. Syllable Count is 8.
It uses no more than three rhymes with an identical “C” refrain ending each verse.
The rhyme scheme is a-b-a-b-b-c-b-C, a-b-a-b-b-c-b-C, a-b-a-b-b-c-b-C, b-c-b-C.

Constructive critique is always welcome … thank you for reading.😌

Reviews

[Betty Hermelee]

This is a Bad Boy one night stand with luscious words to bring him to her in colorful way; even though t may be gray; Your descriptions of him and his lady friend are vividly clear; there seems to be a rush to passion which is what it's all about. Nicely done
Best, B

[Richard🖌]

Hi, Lady Betty 🍂

I'll bet you thought I forgot about you … not a chance. ; )
read moreHi, Lady Betty 🍂

I'll bet you thought I forgot about you … not a chance. ; )
There's no doubt you've delved into the core of this rather risqué homage to steamy sensuality and male bravado, getting it spot-on correct.
It's so wonderful sharing with someone what "gets" it!

Thank you ever-so warmly for your lovely compliment, too … hugs! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Betty Hermelee]

I knew you didn’t forget me, how could you?😊

[Richard🖌]

Betty dear,
That's a question I surely cannot answer. ; )

[Gee]

And there the reason you are a published author, seamless, trips off the tongue so easily, and a wee bit rique too :))

[cheyenne s garcia]

this was an excellent read. nice!

[Richard🖌]

Hey, Cheyenne!

Thanks for reading and the compliments.

[cheyenne s garcia]

you are welcome!

[Lisasview]

Good morning Richard,
Just finished reading Bad Boy over a very nice cup of cappuccinno... For some reason at the end I found myself smiling.. so now I am reading it again..a couple more sips of my hot coffee and I am back to you. Yes, your poem made me smile again..I have known a lots of bad boys in life..so this was a wonderful description!!
Oh gosh I have so much to say so grab yourself a cup of something because this might be long...
I read your authors notes and need to reread them again and again to understand..Ah well..I have the time..
Okay, back to what went on the last couple of days.
Yes, I was able to figure out how to respond to each review I got and to look at the poems of the reviewers and put in my two cents.
I saw your last message to me asking if I had looked at your review and if I had looked at any of your poems..
The answer is yes...don't you see that on your end? That concerns me...

I also did not write to you yesterday as I was not feeling my best and wanted to really connect and get going on your offer to help me with my writing. I do not know where you are but I am in Spain which is 9 hours from the west coast..would be great to be on line at the same time...
Anyway, whatever works best for you.
Lisa

[Richard🖌]

Hi, Lisa in Spain 🌺

Yes, us bad boys have been known to put a nice smile on the ladies' faces, as the bad girls most sweetly have on ours.😏
If you might need a helping hand in interpreting the poetic jargon in my Author's Note, it will be a pleasure … just tap my shoulder.
Being online together, you in Spain me in Texas, is convenient for a few hours each day. Should be enough to make good headway.

Thank you, Dear Poetess, for such an inspiringly entertaining review … happy days to You! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[R E Tree]

Without a doubt, this takes my breath away as I’m reading it. I’ve been avoiding this poem on purpose because I don’t particularly like bad boys. I prefer the perfect gentleman instead. Where I come from, bad boys have too much of a reputation. Therefore I stay clear of them. But time has come and I now must face this poem head on. I can tell that you have a strong opinion on things in general let alone bad boys. Everyone is capable of being or pretending to be a bad boy. I admire you writing skills and I like how you don’t make this too cliche. It’s what makes it a joy to read.

[Richard🖌]

Um, RE 😌

Knowing something about me (er, my writing) has taken your breath away inspires some rather intriguing notions, and that you've found this "warmly sensual" piece to be irresistible, despite your aversion to "bad boys" makes me wonder if your resolve might have been broken, or at least weakened just the right amount. ; p
True, "bad boys" do seem to peak my imaginative perception, but, of course, I'd not personally know anything about it, except in pretense, ya understand. ; )

Thank you ever-so warmly, RE for admiring my writing skills, and for liking anything else … warmest hugs! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Unspoken poet]

Oh goodness, I now need a cold shower (hee! hee!)
I love this, this is wonderful.

[Richard🖌]

Well, there you are! 😃

It's grrreat to hear your lovely voice, and to know this sensually fiery little piece got you sooo steamed-up. ; )

Thank you ever-so warmly for your gracious compliment and for loving anything about my humble poetic efforts.
Big HUG, Kimmie ⁓ Richard 🍃

[lightsong]

IF You and Margie started a competition (because she and Dave started a one for Halloween last month) on writing passionate and sensual poems You both will turn the site into a volcano! she posted a heated one yesterday. well it was warmly sensual until the BAD BOY played at the last verse and turn it into something MORE lol. always the smooth rhythm and gracefulness your poetry flows with grab your reader strongly. an enjoyable delightful poem to read, we need more laugher and surely it puts a smile on our faces :>

P.S, perfect photo, from the guitar to that half naked playful guy lol

[lightsong]

a question please,

"let's lie down" can I also use "lay"? these two words are confusing me at many times, and I don't know if I used it correctly in the poem I am writing.

[Richard🖌]

Thank you Dear Ghounwah🌼

Your creatively lovely mind and heart always come-up with the most enjoyably interesting things to say … I love how you express your thoughts and feelings.
As to competing with Margie (or, Dave), I'm sure they would beat me hands down, because they're both far more skillfully naughtier than me … LOL!

I bow humbly and gratefully for your inspiring praise and expressed enjoyment of my poetic works.
With my warmest happy hug! ⁓ Richard 🍃


Re: The root words "lie" and "lay" have such an amazing number of meanings and usages in the English language, it's no wonder they're confusing to so many (I'll message you more).
But, in response to your question, in the sense you're asking, the simple answer is that "lie" and lying" are generally used in the present tense ("Let's lie down together." [or] "They're lying together."), while "lay", "laid", and "lain" express past tense ("We once lay down together." [or] "We've lain/laid together."). 🤔

[barleygirl]

Ghounwah is like a little busy beaver scurrying around this website, trying to get everyone on a sensual wavelength together. I like her idea! We should warm November up with some saucy writing, don'tcha think? I love this poem, by the way, Richard. Let's hope this rickety website can handle the fire of all of us getting together on this! (((HUGS)))

[lightsong]

One day I will have a Robot's Corrector to think and fix all the confusing parts for me, until then there is no escape my BRAIN has to SUFFER 🤷‍

[lightsong]

I am an innocent busy beaver 😇

[Richard🖌]

🤔 Hmmm, "innocent?"
I dunno, Lady Ghounwah … it seems I've enjoyed some rather steamy lines 'n verses smoking up the site from your ultra fiery poetic offerings.😏

[lightsong]

Robot's Correction; (I am a naughty innocent busy beaver 😇)

[Richard🖌]

So well I know. ; p

[Dave]

I wish that I was as versed as you in the constructs of poetry. Whether I do or not, I know that I like this very much. You leave little doubt as to where this "bad boy" is leading this lady. You make it seem too, that she is more than a willing companion.
Thank you for your brilliance - Dave

[Richard🖌]

Well, My Fine friend 🍺

All it takes is desire and willingness to study and develop what it takes to make your wish come true … there is no secret code to becoming a masterful classical poet.
On the other hand, you're a far better author of brilliantly captivating stories than I ever dreamed of being … kudos to You!
I've really enjoyed your take on this rather sweltering little number.

Thank you, Dave … you're the best! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Susan 🦋]

Well Richard, there you go again! Stopping me in my tracks with yet another beautifully composed sensual write! Wonderful Ballade...and your perfect ending refrains! I'm not sure any woman can resist such a bad boy! Such pure desires play out in this wonderful write and wrap the reader up warmly. This bad boy is such a good boy lol ;-) tsk tsk on that bad boy for even thinking about leaving and causing any dismay! I really enjoyed this read today Richard. A lovely distraction on a cold and rainy day.

[Richard🖌]

Well, Susan Dear 🌺

I can see your points; especially, on a cold, rainy day. ; )read moreWell, Susan Dear 🌺

I can see your points; especially, on a cold, rainy day. ; )
I don't mind stopping you, if you don't mind being stopped for a peek into such a nicely warming moment shared.

Thank you ever-so sincerely for your lovely compliment, and for enjoying your delightful stop along the way.

Coziest hugs to thee! ⁓ Richard 🍃