Sirens wail their luring dirge not for any sordid love,
but born of enmity toward the goddess of the sea;
her beauty is felling with power bespelling - before
she speaks, beware! Oh man, beware the Mistress of the Sea!
Such mystery entices thee yet never satiates.
Author notes
Inspired by the picture, 'All That I Loved...' by Linda Bergkvist
A contest entry
- PIF - Picture Prompt by LadyDementia.
1050 points, ended July 11, 2008, 10 entries
Honorable mention
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Comments
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Superb take on the picture. Beautiful word play, such a wonderful air of mystery to this piece. Thank you for your entry and good luck
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Ahh yes, mystery is enticing isn't it.. but often leaves a bitter taste! Nice take on the picture!
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