Sun Kisses

She's not too pleased that she's been teased

by boys, who like to have their fun.

It's not her fault that she's been caught

by sunbeams in the noon-day sun.

And there exposed upon her nose

(retrousse*), is a tiny trail

of specks and flecks, the sun's delight,

left on her skin, once winter pale.

"Now don't you fret my little pet",

says Father to his fair of face,

"Those kisses for my pretty miss

are like the stars in outer space".

"They're quite unique, forget your pique

and learn to love your freckles well,

then teasing boys can stew or queue

with those enchanted by your spell.

* pronounced retroussay (French) for tilting up

Reviews

[Davidgeo]

You really know how to tell a story with your poetry; without stretching things out. And you utilize a very deeply nuanced vocabulary that either takes purposeful research or an innate intelligence to wield. It's really quite impressive how you do it so consistently. I don't review you enough, but, I promise that's a good thing. (your friends here would start to hate you)

[Chris Shaw]

I enjoyed your review David. Thanks for your visit.

Chris

[kitty]

Something i have had to live with and am learning to accept - freckles! I can relate to this piece. Thank you so much for sharing it!

[Chris Shaw]

You too kitty? Many of us have had to learn to adjust. Many thank yous.

Chris

[kitty]

You are welcome

[Dave]

This is so much fun. I envy your ability, consistently, to be able to rhyme your poetry. Freckles though, I've always found them attractive.

I think I'm actually too lazy to bother to rhyme my words, mostly.
Take care - Dave

[Chris Shaw]

Many thank yous Dave. I really appreciate your support. Pleased you enjoyed this little poem. Yes freckles I find are very attractive too.

Chris

[AYVID N]

Such a wonderful dad to stop the little girl from fretting over freckles and instilling such confidence in her. I read fond memories of a great parent here . Such a pleasing format, clarity, flow and rhyming too, Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks DIVYA for the read and response. Yes, a good father instills confidence in his kids.

Chris

[AYVID N]

You’re most welcome Chris!

[LazerRays]

Ahhahahaha!!! This is such a cute rhyme! I have awful freckles when I'm in the sun too long. Thus, I try to avoid sun as much as possible. Luckily I'm a mainer and get a lovely (hahahaha- shhhh don't tell the other mainers what I called it) winter to hide away from that. Unfortunately in summer it's to the coast and ocean! :( eh. Oh well. Freckles :P
I love this a lot; sorta remind my of how I used to be teased for my freckles. Although mine weren't all that bad. The cite tiny ones... But I guess that stood out among the other pale faced mainers. Lol.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Sarah pleased you enjoyed the read and you could relate. All the best for you.
read moreMany thanks Sarah pleased you enjoyed the read and you could relate. All the best for you.

Chris

[Onlyme]

Wow, Chris, this is exceptional. Bravo. Great poem.

[Chris Shaw]

So pleased with your lovely response Dawn.

Chris

[Tamara Beryl Latham]

Wonderfully penned rhyming poem Chris. This holds the reader's attention from the first to last verse. I particularly liked the penultimate strophe. Great job! :-)

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks Tamara for your lovely response.

Chris

[Tamara Beryl Latham]

You're welcome, Chris.

[Papaya]

Oh my gosh I love this! :)
What more to say. Written in your own special way Chris.
I'd swear you have a child hiding inside you!

(not like as though you're pregnant or anything - you know what I mean) :)

[Chris Shaw]

Ha ha, bit late for the pregnancy. That'd be a turn up for the books. That inner child in me is well and truly kicking though, even at my age. So pleased you enjoyed this write Ana. Thank you so much :)

Chris

[Papaya]

you are always welcome :)

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you.:)

[Coyote Poetry]

A wonderful poem dear Chris. I did like the girl with freckles when youth was my advantage. I liked the tale and the Father's advice. Thank you for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Coyote. Freckles are adorable in my opinion. Many thanks for your visit. You are always most welcome here.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

I loved this poem and you are welcome dear Chris.

[Cherrie Palmer]

You know when I was a girl I used to count my freckles every morning, just to make sure I didn't have any new ones. :)
This is delightful

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Cherrie. I think freckles are quite lovely. Sadly not all children think so :)

read moreThank you Cherrie. I think freckles are quite lovely. Sadly not all children think so :)

Chris

[Cherrie Palmer]

I have this red headed aunt that is well kissed with color and I always worried about them. Seems silly now.

[Chris Shaw]

They sort of grow in you don't they:)