Lovers' Trilogy

An English Sonnet-Triplet

As teardrops stall, in harsh winds strewn,

beneath dense, billowed fear hope soon evades.

Grief’s surging rise deems moments opportune …

what once was clear, so suddenly it fades.

For, when did Luna cast her gaze away

and dim each pathway’s deepest earthen void?

Pray heaven intercedes, if led astray …

reminding love and life was once enjoyed.

How desperate all pleas so rendered mute

retreat in shame's unknowing, false disguise.

Thus, begs creation in sincere refute;

forswear, shall witness souls’ harsh, cruel demise.

Perhaps, hope’s last attempt will soon prevail ...

enslaved esprit thrown to life’s blowing gale.

Vast ocean tidings summon wafting dreams;

below, mass seamounts bearing Neptune’s reign;

pure, mystic creatures trailing golden streams

enwrap fleet yearnings steadfast, e’er remain …

toss shimmered wishlings 'mongst deep woodland’s rest.

Quick, gathered nymphets passing hand to hand,

soon grant shy bidding’s power they’ve expressed,

whilst tender kisses set free soon expand.

Bestowed, strength soaring t’ward soft hard-capped peaks

implores all mighty heaven’s offerings,

accepting guidance as days turn to weeks …

triumphantly, love's blest assurance sings.

Impassioned yearnings find their stepping stone,

embarking boldly into the unknown.

Now, dreams once stranded, willingly returned ...

descend upon love’s sweet rekindled treks.

Enlightened heart-songs praise, fear’s overturned,

as doubts stay buried 'longside sailor wrecks.

Oh, Kismet’s biddings echo in reply

to every lesson gracefully endured,

applaud brave fledging's willingness to fly ...

wings broadened, finding peace in love procured.

Till golden streams attract another's eye,

a relit pathway ... his own teardrops stall.

N'er question reasons nor dare ponder why,

two longing spirits love’s embraced, do fall.

Seems Karma planned the perfect course for me,

should shadows lock down ... your love holds our key.

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

So beautiful dear Susan. A epic journey into thoughts and emotions.
"Vast ocean tidings summon wafting dreams;
below, mass seamounts bearing Neptune’s reign;
pure, mystic creatures trailing golden streams
enwrap fleet yearnings steadfast, e’er remain "
I loved the complete poem. The above lines, I did like. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry. Had the feel of the classic poets of love.
Coyote

[Susan 🦋]

Awww thank you kindly!! This one was a challenge for sure!!..but I just love the Sonnet :-)

[Coyote Poetry]

A wonderful sonnet and you are welcome Susan.

[Einstein Noodle]

hats off Susan! what a tale well told .. i so admire your gift with sonnets and you have spun a wondrous tale of love and lovers ... really strong metaphors, setting and scene ...the surging, gales, seamounts and streams .. strong Neptune rising ... awakenings do come with fears to be faced ... sexuality in all three is stunning says i ... from those very first inklings to taking flight ... but oh my ... we excuse ourselves in every way when sex is in the eye .. a cheating heart so quickly learns the why of remaining faithful .. cruel and just her Karma no doubt ... i have read this several times and am still not certain just whose love holds a key?? i especially like the 2nd of your trilogy .. well done says i!
E.
ps. great pic .. makes me st st stuuutttter ;))

[Susan 🦋]

So ya found this one! I'm super proud of tis Trilogy. Sonnet 1 of desperation...leads to sonnet 2 and baby steps..and wishes and lessons gathered and learned...Till we reach Sonnet 3..self assurance and a willingness to try again.. Thank you so much for reading!!

[Einstein Noodle]

you have good reason to be proud ... they really sing says i! :)

[Chris]

I'ld like to hear this one being presented... the tones and lyrical flow would make an endearing mesh.

[Susan 🦋]

What a lovely review! And I do appreciate you taking the time to read.This sonnet trilogy is special to me..I am pleased you enjoyed it so. Have a beautiful day. :-)

[Crowley]

wowzer...this is a work of pure perfection and when I say work...I know it must have been work. This was as beautiful and tight as they come. It takes an eye and a pen to craft sonnets such as these. Glorious, epic and beautiful, thanks for sharing!

[Susan 🦋]

Aw Thank you so much for stopping by and leaving me this smile making review! Yes, it was qiuite a challenge but I m happy with the way it turned out :-) Thanks for taking the time to read... I do appreciate it!

[Pete]

Seems Karma planned the perfect course for me,
should shadows lock down ... your love holds our key.

such passionate thoughts. breathtakingly deep. this so exudes the essence of being deeply in love. well done ... :)

[Susan 🦋]

Hugs Pete and thank you. :-)

[Richard🖌]

Amazing, Susan!
Simply, emphatically, enthrallingly beautiful poeting … I cannot say enough about how you've spread your poetic wings and soar higher than the heavens.
This is more than a gratifying blessing for your teacher to read and be completely swept-up by … dang, girl!
Not only is this perfect in every way a Sonnet should be, it's fraught with brilliant metaphor, imagery, and moment the likes Emily Dickinson, herself, would envy.
And, three, that's THREE perfect sonnets, and that picture … OMG! I may never breathe normal again after all this.
I would try and highlight something, but how, when everything fits so exact and necessary … my-MY!

Truly, Dear Poetess, you've made an olde bard so very proud … thank you for working so hard and being so willing and dedicated.
You're really very special … big HUGS! ⁓ Richard 🎶

[Susan 🦋]

Well now that my favorite teacher EVER has brought me to tears...the least you could do is come her and give me a hug!!... There are no words to express my gratitude. YOU are the only teacherthat never gave up on me.
Poetry has become a passion, your teachings and instructions are priceless...but the encouragement and acknowlegdement of selfworth, I will carry in my heart forever. All because you believed in me.

[Richard🖌]

Well spoken, Dear Poetess⁓*

[Richard🖌]

Hugs galore! 🤗
Rereading these splendidly rendered sonnets from your wondrously-gifted heart, soul, mind, and pen, I love them all the more.

This is, indeed, special Dear Susan … thank you again, ever-so warmly, for sharing, for being such a dedicated, hard-working protegé, and (mostly) for being You! ⁓ RJ 🍃

[Susan 🦋]

Awww well ya know YOU introduced me to a trilogy of Sonnets. I am so proud of this one! LOL Richard, this one was a practice in patience for me... :-) but I love the way it turned out! :-) Thanks for reading again.

[Susan 🦋]

...lets not understate how difficult taking my time, refocusing, rececking, rewriting, is for me LOL..
Yep, super proud of myself! :-))))))))))))) Thanks teacher!

[Susan 🦋]

YOU should get a A+++++ for dealing with me!

[Richard🖌]

HA!
How I got so lucky, I'll never know! 😃