A Celibate Moon

 

  

They walked along the moonlight beach

as salty waves caressed the shore

Savoring each precious moment

for each other they did adore~

 

They lived beneath a celibate moon

til passion in shadows did beckon

 

And as the ocean softly whispered

sweet nothings in still of night

Footprints in ivory sands

Slowly disappeared from sight~

 

Behind the dunes of sandy beach

they shared forbidden love

Until the wingspan of the dawn

                appeared like a turtle dove~

 

They embraced their chance

to share bronze bodies

a tango of sweet romance~

 

As they tasted of loves salty fragrance

they shared essence of their sun dance.

 

©SyberRose

 

 

 

Author's Note

Thank you for reading.

Reviews

[Ang Boyce]

You paint these mind-images so effortlessly Rose yet they are startlingly beautiful.
Ang.

[SyberRose]

thank you so much Ang and nice to see you again...and thanks for taking time to comment...:)

[Rose of many colours]

Very innocent Kind of love.I am a romantic at heart. You've touched a chord there.I love the scene you choose to bring this home.Lots of feelings into it....

[SyberRose]

Thank you Rose...and thanks so much for visiting this evening...I do appreciate your comments.:)

[Rose of many colours]

You are welcome.....

[Karen]

Such a romantic and sensual poem in the most poetic. I especially like the beach imagery (I love the beach! not to swim or lounge, but just to be part of the mood and environment). Beautiful poem!

[SyberRose]

Thank you Karen...yes me too...it is beautiful but I like it in spring and fall....thanks for peeking in.

[Magnolia]

'Savoring each precious moment'...such is the nature of forbidden love...a bittersweet poem indeed Rose, and written so well, thanks...Maggie

[SyberRose]

Thank you Maggie...and so nice to hear from you today...i'm happy you enjoyed this piece...Rose:)

[one sky]

"Behind the dunes of sandy beach
they shared forbidden love"

That forbidden love...
Today they're celebrating the precious moment, only to embrace tomorrow's reality. For me, there's a bittersweet effect of this piece... as I feel how love conquers two hearts but they won't celebrate every moment with freedom since it's forbidden.

Your poem is crafted well, Rose. I enjoyed reading it.

[SyberRose]

Thank you so much Margaux and yes always bittersweet is the forbidden love...Rose

[Shaun Payton]

Nothing better than that I imagine lol

[SyberRose]

Thank you for peeking in Stranger ha..hope your summer is going good...Rose:)

[Shaun Payton]

I been busy lol Summer is going alright. Same to you Rose:)

[B-poet]

A loving write of poignant eloquence. Great work SyberRose. A passionate & heartwarming writeread. :)

[SyberRose]

Thank you so much Bp for peeking in as always...Rose:)

[ShelleyA]

Hi Rose. A beautifully romantic write about this forbidden love. Heartfelt and magical. Skillfully crafted free style metered rhyming poetry which I enjoy. Imagery is good as are the descriptives. Through the lens of your eye, you paint a vivid picture of lovers on the shore under a 'celibate' moon that any reader can appreciate and see in their mind's eye. Flow is good; line to line transition and breaks are done well. Nice rhythm and emjambment. Nice use of metaphor and simile. Rhyme is nicely done. A nice mix of feminine and masculine end line rhyme that is executed well in this piece. Deep expression of emotion. You express their passion, and the passion of the sea caressing the sandy shore with beauty in this piece. Good word choice. Good closing lines. Well penned and a much enjoyed read. Write on!

[SyberRose]

Wow Shelley...thank you for that wonderful review...its better then the poem haa...so happy you enjoyed...Rose

[ShelleyA]

You're very welcome Rose. Always a pleasure. Have a great day!

[Vikrantsingh]

Outer appearance of that lady does look like you :P Rose - Well I must say this is very romantic and very heartfelt poem. Posing and making love at sea shore really excellent idea.. I must try this - Just my wife must say yes :D
Loved it Dearie,Thanks for sharing it :)
- Singh :)

[SyberRose]

She will say yes i'm sure as along as it is with her haa....thank you Singh for peeking in today:)

[Vikrantsingh]

Its my pleasure :)

[Angi]

Making love on the beach before the moon herself... Lovely, Rose! Man, I miss Florida... Angi~

[SyberRose]

Oh do you Angi...maybe you will go back there one day...thanks for peeking in this morning...:)