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I Bring Her a Gift of Gems and Pearls

 

 

Bursting from a pod of colocynth she came

and stood in the garden.

The North Wind swept memories of her over the sandy desert,

and blinded by tears wetting my sworded belts

so tender was my love for this special sister...

 in fringes of white woven silk she came,

and let loose her hair which brought forth the scent of Amouage,

a wonder, like a costly jewel, as she appeared.

 

I travel on foot and visit her on mooned nights

bringing her gifts, gems, and pearls that match her glancing eyes

that swim like a pure oasis of water reflected in the mirrored moonlit sky...

her arrow struck my heart with friendship

as I pass the sentries that guard her door,

my soft footsteps carrying me closer to her in the night.

 

Among the tribes, 

the Arabian wildcat is nourished

on the milk of white deer and date-clustered trees,

in the darkness of the long heavy nights she shines

like the light tower of a monk,

her brightness cast over the howl of the wolves like a song bird singing;

on a swift white steed she carries her love,

well bred, outstripping the wild beasts,

and in my weariness this Arabian wildcat rides up to lift my spirit up.

 

She is as a cool rainwater flowing over smooth stones,

sweeping down in a torrent from the distant mountains,

pouring her gifts on the undulating desert sands of my emotions

until blossoms spread like riches and spiced wine;

in the desert evening, amid my lost footprinted tracks,

and under a thick gathering of thunderous clouds

that bring lightening and a coming storm,

in this turmoil that hurls up flood and debris

I find her,

like cool rainwater,

and she carries me over the smooth stones,

time transfixed in her mystery of jeweled gems and gleaming pearls.

 

 

 

 

Author notes

derived from the poem of Imru-Ul-Quais

Oh Arabian Jewel, my Dear Sis:
I hope that all of your
Birthday wishes come true.
may you have a great time
today, and find happiness
in everything you do!
Written December 5th, 2005

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  • Gogetalife
    December 7, 2005
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    Awww my sweet brother, I read this last night so fast..now time to comment, first the poem is soooo beautiful , you touched me with your words..the background is very creative..as usual Wayne you have your own little ways of touching your friend's hearts in very special way..thank you sooo much dear brother..
    Much love from AJ

  • whispersoftly
    December 7, 2005
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    Wayne this is beautiful sweetie love the background as well goes perfectly with the words would love a man who brought me Gems and Pearls well done Cheryl xx

  • LovinCharmer gold member
    December 6, 2005
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    Pretty original poet my friend,the story of beauty,elegance,
    of your writing skills show throw here, variety and spice of life .. this one is awesome.. look forward to more of your poems.. thanks for sharling/Andy

  • Poet Raja
    December 6, 2005
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    Beautiful!!!

    A beautiful birthday wish and tribute to a sweet girl. Good luck in the contest.

    Love and blessings from India - Joel -

  • SexyAngel0418
    December 6, 2005
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    WOW... This is very beautiful!!! YOu did a great job AP dad!!! I really like this one!!! Keep up the good work and good luck in the contest!!!

    Hugs,
    Beth

  • wbiro gold member
    December 5, 2005
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    Thank you, AngelicMistress, a warm read on a cold day! lol

  • AngelicMistress gold member
    December 5, 2005
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    EXCELLENT!!!!!

    Very unique and original.. A great write and an enjoyable read...
    Thank you for sharing, your friend, Angel

  • wbiro gold member
    December 5, 2005
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    thank you for your prettiful, oh Wander... can't forget Sparkly One's birthday...!
    ANOTHER HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MS. JEWEL!

  • December 5, 2005
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    lol

  • wbiro gold member
    December 5, 2005
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    Thank you, my feline sis, this tinkering cat is not quite done... mrooooooorwrwrwrwrrwrwrwr!

  • December 5, 2005
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    please ..pretty pls

    Hello there Ms. Wanda! Where is your entry! I am waiting to read it, AJ will be happy if you have one!

  • Night Hope gold member
    December 5, 2005
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    Ohhh, Wayne...this is so prettiful, my Friend...O Sparkly One will absolutely love it, I know...& who wouldn't??? Well done, Poet... HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AJ!!! Wanda

  • December 5, 2005
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    Oooh.. the background, just pop in after I posted the comment! wow, this is so beautiful! I love it! meooooooooooowwwwwwww

  • December 5, 2005
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    Wonderful!

    Wow! This is very creative and stir one's imagination! It is like a movie unfolds on my very eyes! Beautiful scenes in the desert to this goddess Arabian jewel, the arabian wildcat, as cool as the rainwater over smooth stones! Brilliant write, beautiful poem and you are a genius!
    AJ will be so honored and thrilled with this poem!
    Thank you brother! meoooooooooooowwwwwwwwwwww
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