Lover's Lane

Happy Valentines... It can be read out loud...

Lover’s Lane                      by Sami Khalil

Throw caution to the wind,

set at full speed,

along lover’s lane,

when excitement mounts,

over the dying affection.

 

Of the joys, languishing

between the discerning eyes,

the startling coronation,

the glowing adoration,

the seasons of sunbeams

dance in twisting softness.

 

Your grandeur…

lingering in beauty,

color my blushing hues,

my adoration.

I can never be still,

for the briefest moments,

for the essence

of wordless conversation.

 

Your sight is being

stored away in keepsakes

of fairy tales,

the tidal waves

of captive hearts,

the lambent light

betrothed to star-kissed skies,

the nosegays of vaporous dreams,

in earnest ties to butterfly kisses,

sepals and petals alike.

 

Reviews

[jacob erin-cilberto]

Well, this takes me back to Briggs street in Lockport...
now a main highway, back then a gravel, dead end road.
cars lined up...everyone necking in the back seat...or the really daring, in the front seat.
radio blasting those tunes from the sixties to feel young love by.
thanks for the road trip back, Sami....I wish they never would have paved that street.
j.

[Sami Khalil]

Whoaaa! What a lovely thing you share with us great poet. That is so fitting for this poem and Valentine's. I hate that they paved that memorable road.
At least you still have an enchanting memory. Thank you so much sir Jacob for all. See you at your page.

[ric d]

Our "place" was called the 'Square Pond.' Filled on Winter's days with skaters, and nights surrounded by cars with steamed up windows...

[Zoe Richardson]

There are so many lovely images here. I especially like the last stanza. It is clear you appreciate the many facets of love.

[Sami Khalil]

Javajavaya! Thank you so much Zoe for this wonderful review and kind visit. Glad you enjoyed it. See you soon.

[poetgurl]

This is such a lovely write....

[Sami Khalil]

Whoaaa! Thank you so much dear writer for this visit and summation. All rich blessings.

[Miss Sharon]

(Your sight is being stored away in keepsakes of fairy tales, the tidal waves of captive hearts, the lambent light betrothed to star-kissed skies,) Now THIS is what real poetry looks like! Just beautiful writing. ~Sharon

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! Thank you so much Miss Sharon for this wonderful review. You are appreciated. See you around.

[Lydia Shutter]

Visions of submarine races.....a light airy romantic write filled with puppy love. Ah, memories. I loved this, Sami. Lydi**

[Sami Khalil]

Whoeeee! Thank you so much Lydia Shutter for this lovely review and timely visit. Glad you like it. See you around...

[KATHY SUE SILLS]

Beautifully written! Your imagery is spectacular, it is pleasing to the eyes, and weaves a poetic vision!

[Sami Khalil]

Howdy! Thank you so much dear poet for the visit and sharing your thoughts. Glad you enjoyed it.

[KAREN]

Beautifully written!
Your sight is being
stored in keepsakes
of fairy tails,
the tidle waves
of captive hearts,
the lambert lights

[Sami Khalil]

Wowzy! Thank you so much dear poet for this lovely review and visit. See you soon.

[andrew mitchell]

King Sami we never forget those lovers lane places, they become ingrained and looking back seems not that long ago especially if we didn't know the time plus the gap between young and being older is not as long as we think. Descriptive fine writing as per your norm.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! So true and well said Emperor Andrew. So glad to see you visit and share your thoughts.
I hope you are invited to the queen's jubilee.

[lessa (kenzie)]

of fairy tales,
the tidal waves
of captive hearts,
the lambent light

I like this part because it made me think about love and what love should be...
This is really good, enjoyed the read

[Sami Khalil]

Wowzy! MUCH appreciated dear poet and friend. Will see you soon.

[Fabian G. Franklin]

We have a Lover's Lane of sorts here called "Lookout Hill". I've often wondered if the name referred to all the parking couples who come to watch the city lights and stay to steam up the windows but have to be on the "lookout" for parents and cops. (smile) Your descriptions here are great. I particularly enjoyed, " the tidal waves of captive hearts". Great line! I enjoyed reading. F.

[Sami Khalil]

Wowzy! You are on the right track Fabian and the right lane. Hehehe...
I meant this poem to be light and soft regarding Valentines. I hope you enjoy yours with your beloved. Jewelry, flowers and chocolate...

[ms. barrie]

your ink captures such exquisite romanticism, at its finest...
amazing write...

i thank you for sharing ~ :)

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! So glad to see you visit my page. I missed you dearly. Thank you so much for all. Glad you like it.

[ms. barrie]

you’re so very welcomed, v. much deserved, dear poet and i’ve missed you as well and reading your artistry. i had to heed reality’s call.

i’m just enjoying silently reading for now and i came across your latest piece. very hard time with this site and my pc, constantly freezes...so it gets frustrating
lol

i hope you’ve been well, and you’re keeping safe.

namaste:)

[Sami Khalil]

All wonderful and understandable. Namaste back to you. Be blessed.