Hi Brilliant poets!
As you all probably know by now, I have decided to have a contest every week featuring one of the poems that I have bookmarked!
I will display one poem each week and allow the entrants to be inspired by that poem to write your own beautiful poem using your own style. Please do not use lines from the poem or attempt to copy it in any way...It is to be used solely for your inspiration.
There will be no line limit and you may write in any style/form as along as you do it well!
Make use of poetic devices and do what you do best!
I am partial to vivid imagery, clever metaphor, and beautiful alliteration not overdone...
I accept rhyme and form poetry as well as free verse when done well and not forced.
Please use spell check.
Be freely inspired by the poem I have chosen.
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO COMMENT ON THE POEM .
I do not want cutting, abuse or extreme profanity which takes over the poem.
Sensual is lovely but hard core erotica is not what I am looking for.
Be nice to me, the featured poet, and everyone in this contest or you will be DQ'd without notice.
no whining, complaining or verbal abuse....It will only get you blocked. If you do not like my judging, do not enter my contest, plain and simple...
Be inspired!
I do love reading your poetry
now, on with the reason that we are here! ...
Here is the 11th poem in my series
Written by a brilliant poet:
Night Hope
http://allpoetry.com/Night%20Hope
Wanda is a talented poetess and a wonderful friend to so many! She is always there when you are down and need a lift of spirits!
I can't tell you how many times I have gotten IM's from her asking me to go cheer someone up who is feeling blue by leaving a nice comment to lift their spirits
I chose my favorite poem of hers. She has so many beautiful poems, but this one has always been my very favorite, no question, and I hope it inspires you!
...Enjoy!!!
http://allpoetry.com/poem/2146779
Slow Dancing With Neruda
I feel your song moving softly,
murmuring underneath my skin ~
I ripple in waves, sighing as we ebb & flow together,
crashing on the shoreline of Thought.
I hear the echo of your touch, gentle upon my heart,
raising mountains where oceans once lay.
I feel your whispers creating fire in my veins ~
embers that pulse past shadows into sunset's embrace.
I taste moonlight on your lips,
falling into the ethereal skies of yearning.
As a child, I watched our cherry trees bloom,
not understanding
the fiery blush that colored my cheeks
with soft pink petals.
When Autumn came, the fruit was sweet,
tender juices pouring from my lips.
You quench my thirst with your liquid words ~
I am hungered
& quiescent under your moonlit eyes
that darken, as if covered by clouds,
when you look at me so intensely.
I reach out for you, a budding branch
stretching for sunlight's warmth.
I am rooted in your earth,
freed by your embracing soil
underneath this restless skin as your fingers
trace the edges of the wind upon my Heart,
defining my Soul with every breath we share
in shivered silence.
We were born to love this way,
lost in the depths of eyes & lips,
found by the tethers of our searching hands
swelling tides in each other's oceans.
Our mouths seek buried treasure
as we hold the only known map ~
compasses forgotten,
we explore the trembling Horizon.
I will not be moved,
save for the gentle currents
of your water upon my Being.
Lips curl into sanctity,
adrift in the embrace of Spirit divine.
I can only be swayed by your immaculate eyes.
You come to me gently in the night,
spending silken moments trailing my pulse
with your languid fingers ~
I am swirling silently,
immersed in Beauty's gasping grasp.
You reach for me across Space & Time,
drifting on currents of breath between us.
We lay naked to each other's eyes,
sweetly surrendering to the Sea ~
unfathomable tempests roar within my blood.
We once loved each other
on the sultry sands of survival,
salt air echoing softly in our Souls,
knowing rare perfect moments
lost in each other's laughter,
found in each other's dreams.
How is Grief fathomed,
when Light cannot be found?
I walk amidst clouded thoughts,
following the maddening Moon ~
I would lay myself upon you,
a blanket of warm skin
to soothe your weary bones ~
a heartbeat seeking your rhythm
without hesitation or fear.
I would lay myself upon you,
offering succor in morning's embrace.
Your hands unveil an artist's touch,
sculpting & molding curves, stroking angles
with deftness for colors & lines;
knowing the canvas glides
with movements of your brush.
You sketch my Love with bold strokes,
redefining the expanse of my borders,
leaving behind a mist of Dreams unrealized,
of sorrows not quite earned.
We light these sacred candles,
wondering why we still feel cold ~
the flames flicker on the periphery of Silence.
We breathe our hope so deeply,
trying to change pillars of silvery dust
into feathered embraces
that will not hold the stars
as they fall from the sky.
There's a sigh upon your lips
that I'd love to kiss into Silence,
yet, I do not move ~ I can only sit & watch you,
as if in a distant Dream...
I dare not speak & end this quiet moment
that stretches between us as an Eternity.
I want to feel those gentle hands
tangled in my hair always.
The bud opens shyly,
softly scenting the air with allure
as petals fall gently to the ground.
Leaves stir in a Woman
who knows the grandeur of Autumn
& the harshness of Winter,
whispering as she waits for Harvest...
~ July 26, 2006
3:35 p.m.
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image I snagged from Night Hope's page from 2005
bg created by PerfectImperfection (Wendy)
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Contest is Over
- Contest was judged on March 25, 2008
- Rewards: Gold: 500, Silver: 225, Bronze: 200
- Final notes: All lof your poems were so brilliant that we have to have a finalist competition....All who did not place gold , silver or bronze here, please enter your prewrite in this contest:
http://allpoetry.com/contest/show/2397451
It was impossible to have just 3 winners....ALL of these poems are trophy worthy and Wanda and I were blown away by the talent in this contest!
Please go to the link above....
Lynda & Wanda~
Contest Winners
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Did you find my fragile words in falling leaves, such beauty cropped,• Commented on by judge. [remove]
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Gold trophy winner
Silver trophy winner
Bronze trophy winner
Entries [13]
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I, too, immerse myself
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'Neath the cherry bough,
love cascades amid the petals,by Errant Panther 25 lines, 8 comments, on Mar 21 10:51 AM 2008. In Love• Commented on by judge. -
Grow as a WildFlower grows,
unconsciously,by PageTurner 71 lines, 15 comments, on Mar 19 9:50 PM 2008. In Personal Thoughts, Hope, Life, Love, Spiritual, Inspired, dedication• Commented on by judge. -
by MuddyKing 45 lines, 6 comments, on Mar 17 4:10 PM 2008. In Contemporary• Commented on by judge.
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by B Chandler 29 lines, 4 comments, on Mar 16 2:23 PM 2008. In Contemporary• Commented on by judge. -
The wrecked ship stood out off the shore
caught on rocks beneath salt water.by Matt Holck 9 lines, 12 comments, on Mar 16 1:09 PM 2008. In science• Commented on by judge.
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Bookmarked for sure. I hope I have time.
Renee
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Can't wait to see you back!
Wanda will love that!
Always a pleasure to read you, my friend
Lynda
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wow!!!! such an awesome write chosen to inspire my dear Sis!! it left me breathless in its awe.
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I know, Isnt it gorgeous, Sis!
Please do come back!
Lynda
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Bookmarking, I'll be back for this, such a beautiful prompt poem to work from.
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It wouldn't be the same without ya, Cuz, and yes, I loved this since I first read it, and never forgot it ....I don't think anything could replace it for me
Lynda
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Kudos to Wanda.
If my muse allow, I'm going to see what I can come up with.
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Kudos to Wanda indeed!
and hope to see you back with an entry!
Lynda
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Bookmarked! Even though I havent read any of Wanda's works for a good while, she can still manage to stir my fragmented muse a bit
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As always, I would LOVE to see an entry from you and I thank you for stopping by with such a lovely comment, B...
Lynda
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Bookmarked
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Thank you, Bro...I know you will return with something wonderful
TY for the constant support of this series and EVERY poet!
Lynda
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quoi?
non merci ca ne m'interesse pas je ne comprends pas l'anglais mais mon mari oui. Encore une fois non merci jamais. Des concours en francais surement! Il y a beaucoup de discrimination. c'est tres raciste votre site. Vraiment non merci! -
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Ceci n'est pas raciste. Je regrette que vous n'êtes pas intéressé. Vous êtes libre de ne pas entrer.
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This is currently the 11th contest this judge has done as a tribute to various AP poets. This one's for me. She is one of the most compassionate, supportive people on this site. Sooo...please explain...how is honoring another poet considered to be racist? And please tell your husband that his English sucks.
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My sentiments, exactly
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LOL! You tell them
Heh heh! You definitely deserve this contest! I may even enter it
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C'est amusante ...
que vous assumez que ceci est raciste. Vous êtes peut-être fou?
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Ca va bien??? If you are not interested in the contest, then why even say anything. Why don't you keep your anti-English views to yourself. You should spend your energy helping the seperatists over there, instead of wasting your valuable time bothering people on this site. Nobody here needs your negativity spoiling their enjoyment with poetry. Oh, and salut already....
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I love Wanda (Vlindertjie) and I love Neruda - what better combination can one wish for!!!
Bookmarked, Lynda - you're doing great work!
~ Nicolette
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What better combination, indeed, Nicolette!
I would love to see something from you....ALways a pleasure, and ty...I am trying...many more poets to come, including yourself
Lynda
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amazing i loved the story line to it
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well writen
good job
your writing is wonderful and expressionative
thanks you for sharing
and keep them coming
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It is Night Hope's poem and yes it is excellent, amazing in fact...Hope you do return with an entry!
Lynda
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I'll be back for this one
Wanda and I go back farther than most know, she is an inspiration to so many
bookmarked
best wishes
peace and hugs
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She sure is, Muddy!
I am so happy that you will be back to join us
Always a pleasure to have you
Lynda
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Sighhh...Welllll...Not quite far enough, Scribe. 
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glad you like Wanda's poem...Hope you will enter
Lynda
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Oh this is one of Wander Woman's best works ... and that's saying alot since she's such an amazing talent! How could anyone disparage honoring such gifted writers? We all profit from the examples of their skilled craftsmanship and are given a wonderful gift in the pure pleasure of reading such quality writing
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Awww, shucks, M'am.
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Thank you for stopping by ! I hope you will return with an entry.. Wanda is a gem and this poem is a masterpiece worthy of honor!
Lynda
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Amazing Write!
Such inspiration flows like a rushing river.
I can see why this piece by her is your fav.
Excellent poetry at its best, thanks sis!
Great Job Night Hope.. I hope I can enter, but not sure yet.
So many others I have to catch up with.
But I wish you a wonderful turn out in this contest.
Peace, much love, Timothy
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ty dear Bro.....you are always so supportive
TY for stopping by....and if oyu het a chance, come back
Lynda
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Any chance you can extend the closing date, Lynda? I'm away for the weekend and I've just been swamped with work - worked until 12 last night and up again at 7 this morning to finish some reports
Let me know, will you, as I would love to write something inspired by Wanda's beautiful Neruda poem!!
~ Nicolette
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I know how that is
work work work! Yes, I will be happy to do that I can extend the date and will right now for you. I know that this contest would not be the same for Wanda without something from you!
Lynda
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Ohhh...{rubs her hands together in delicious anticipation}
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Bookmarked..hopefully I can write something before the deadline..I love Wanda and her writings.
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Ah, yes. Wanda is an amazing poet, and talent.
More than deserving of a spotlight.
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Thank you, Kathleen. That's very kind & generous...& typical of ya, Sweetie.
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Thanks so much...the both of you...I love you both...congrats to all the winners ...Rich
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Thank YOU, dearest Scribe of the swayingly soulful mountain. We both love you, too, Rich. Thank you for penning such an incredible piece of art for me, Sweetie.
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Oh - wonderful!! Thank you for the silver, Lynda - and I too am glad that I made it before the closing date as Wanda deserves all the poetry we can offer. Congrats to Rich on his gold and to all the other winners!!
~ Nicolette
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Congratulations to all the winners! A very beautiful contest for a lovely poet!!
Thank you Lynda for hosting another wonderful contest to be inspired from!!
Jazzy
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