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Ode to an unknown poet

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Surely none, as yet unread
have birthed such words more sweet.
Than those in match with honey’s taste
upon this paper sheet.



Who authors such to pale the bloom
of crimson rose in season?
Who dares to lift my mortal feet
on gusts of rhyming reason?

 

 

Do not these words bare fragrance wild,
intoxicating senses?
Do not these words invade the gates
that form my heart’s defenses?

 

 

So purely smooth as silk on loom
entwines with angel hair,
doth speak the voice of tender thought
and beauty’s soul laid bare.

 

 

Whose name shall scribe this written page
to pour my praise upon?
By chance it seems a twisted waste,
it bares the mark ANON
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  • writtensoul
    November 28
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    im speachless

    absultly amazing wonderful thoughts and smoothness


  • Rose Angel gold member
    November 28
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    Dear poet..you have again brought inspiration and love to the paper, about this dear woman of letters of which we do not know, and you have expressed your pronounced talent in sharing it with us..Pen on poet of creative giftings!
    The bookmark for this one!


    • Garmond gold member
      November 29
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      I'll tell you a secret This started out as a quick little scribble that I was typing as a guest book entry for another member here at AP but as I was writing I could see that it was turning into a genuine poem....I also thought that if someone read it as a guest book entry they would assume I had fallen madly in love
      I added the ANON idea to introduce a little drama element.

      I am quite proud of this one and I am so happy to have shared it with you.

      Thank you.


  • Aalta
    November 25
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    wow.... bookmarked... please remove this from the features, i'll keep coming back and I don't want you to lose point without reason.

    The poem is amazing... nothing better than this. Its so beautiful and has such nice rhythm and flow and makes so perfect sense. Its my favourite
    there couldn't be a more stunning write than this...

    So purely smooth as silk on loom
    entwines with angel hair,
    doth speak the voice of tender thought
    and beauty’s soul laid bare.

    this stanza is so.... well my favourite.

    thank you for sharing this.

    -Aalta


    • Garmond gold member
      November 25
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      It is my utter pleasure to share it with you, especially when I can see how much you enjoyed it. Thank you for these humbling words of encouragement, they really are a wonderful motivation to me.


  • Dalaney gold member
    November 25
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    I keep thinking, "he cannot write anything more beautiful," and yet, you do...time and again. Your poetry takes hold of my hand and gently walks with me, and what a magical walk it is...

    Love, Lane


    • Garmond gold member
      November 25
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      Mental not to self.... be sure to dress my future poems in comfy walking shoes
      Thank you Lane.

  • oldpoets
    November 25
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    par excellent

    This write is sooo smooth. You brought out a wonderful emotion that one can feel in the heart.


  • rollingzen
    November 25
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    it bares the mark ANON

  • JToddUnderhill
    November 25
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    Stunning....

    ..... this was most beautifull written I am glad it was in the feature box! Favorite Couplet : doth speak the voice of tender thought and beauty’s soul laid bare. Poetry is a way of bearing once soul that is why one must be fragil with a poetic heart!

    • Garmond gold member
      November 25
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      Glad to have shared it with you. Many thanks for your kind words.


  • SheWolfNLust silver member
    November 19

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    totally beautiful and very much enjoyed, the words you have painted here capture me from start to finsh and I love the way you give this poem life and beauty, well done

    Do not these words bare fragrance wild,
    intoxicating senses?
    Do not these words invade the gates
    that form my heart’s defenses?

    So purely smooth as silk on loom
    entwines with angel hair,
    doth speak the voice of tender thought
    and beauty’s soul laid bare

    these stanzas really blew me away, thank you for sharing this beautiful poem xoxo


    • Garmond gold member
      November 19
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      This is a truly wonderful comment. I am really pleased you enjoyed it so much and I appreciate you sharing your favourites stanzas.
      Thank you so much.


  • Darianna
    November 6

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    Beautious! Breath-taking! Sigh worthy! What an honor to have such praise and adoration written! I agree, seems a shame that they might never know that you felt thusly about their work!

    Dari xxx


    • Garmond gold member
      November 6
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      Beautious???? Are you making up adjectives or just teaching me words I have never encountered? HAS SOMEONE GOT A DICTIONARY?!?!?!?!

      Another great comment. Thank you


      • albymyheart gold member
        November 25
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        I've got a dictionary!!!! *waving my hand*

        I think she might mean 'Beauteous' (archaic) meaning beautiful.


        • Garmond gold member
          November 25
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          Really? I bet it is an antique dictionary of words most beauteous? That would account for your writing. Now come to front of the class to show and tell everyone about your dictionary Alby. Good girl.


  • Rend the Veil gold member
    October 24

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    i am left floored my sweet, sweet friend,
    you have writen something so excellect.
    just when i think I couldnt have read a more
    spectacular write, you out do your self and
    stump me, a man that writes like this leaves
    a legacy of beauty,

    love & blessings to you always

    Rend


    • Garmond gold member
      November 5
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      Wow October 24th..... I guess this comment slipped through the gaps. I didn't see it until now (yes I was reading my own poetry)

      This is such a great comment Rend... your comments are always so uplifting and humbling all at the same time. It is so great sharing poetry with you.

      Thank you my friend.

  • xyz
    September 26
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    really good


  • Rick Weston silver member
    September 25

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    wonderfully penned tribute. each line well crafted, but "Do not these words invade the gates that form my heart’s defenses?" really spoke to me in particular.

    very nicely done.


    • Garmond gold member
      September 25
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      Yes.... in regards to the line quoted.... as only poetry or music can do hey? Powerful stuff.

      Thank you for these words and for sharing this with me.


  • Exit-Stage-Right
    September 21

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    Wow, you're becoming quite the accomplished bard. You've really nailed down a tight meter here and got a cute and clever message to boot! Kudos on a great work!


    • Garmond gold member
      September 22
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      Hey I nearly missed this comment.... nearly slipped through the cracks. I'll accept the word 'bard' anytime..... so long as it isn't spelled 'barred'.

      Is 'cute' a good thing? hahahhaha

      Many thanks Jim, I am chuffed just to see you here, let alone receive such gracious words of encouragement.

      Come again my friend.


  • shiratikva
    September 10

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    Beautiful poem...
    These lines caught my attention:
    "Who dares to lift my mortal feet
    on gusts of rhyming reason?"
    Loved it...


  • Dalaney gold member
    September 10
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    I have read this several times throughout my day and still....I find you glorious.


  • Lencio Rodrigues
    September 10

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    Your words are like honey and silk, as always. It is rare to find poets as good as you in this time and age, this is classic poetry!

    Thanks for sharing. I am glad to know you Andrew. I wish I could give this more than 3 applauds...

    Lencio

  • Depth gold member
    September 10
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    I like the way this was written.


  • albymyheart gold member
    September 9

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    Graceful and Gorgeous

    Every line of this poem is utter elegance. I was going to quote the lines I like best, but I would have to copy and paste the whole poem. The irony here is, that you are speaking the beauty and impact of someone else's poetry on yourself...but here you have written a poem which others revere in the same light. This is an impressive write. I love the soft tone of the piece and how it flows so smoothly....the sentiments and the romance. A stunning write...Alby


    • Garmond gold member
      September 9
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      Thank you Alby... slightly out of my usual or comfort zone (but not too much)
      I love everything you shared here. I am quite pleased with this one. Every step is still a learning one but comments such as this propel me forward.


  • darkyinsoul
    September 9

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    Beautifuly penned
    as always my friend
    Excellent rhyme and flow
    from start to end
    you rocked it
    well done!!
    Thanks for the share
    Darky


  • Sunshine Always
    September 9

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    Some times Andrew the beauty lies within the mystery. A most beautiful piece that is a pleasure to read.Excellent without doubt. Well written my friend...mal


  • Titus gold member
    September 9

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    I am more surprised not seeing more comments, this has an air and grace about it, that is just about off the ground as one can feel.The style is right up my street and the authenicity is abundantly clear that you observe as well as you think things through. Lovely piece, I think this is where I must get the odd word and use it, and I think in this, "birthed" & "scribe" are two such words. Lovely read. Titus


    • Garmond gold member
      September 9
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      Thank you for reading me Sir Titus
      Yet more the thanks for leaving such a comment so rich in encouragement and inspiring praise.

      Your time here is genuinely appreciated.


  • sweet arrival gold member
    September 9

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    now THIS is the big smile on my face. i wish i could find the piece i read from a poetry book i took off of someone else's shelf. sadly, i put it back. lol. but it was so beautifully written and anonymous. i thought, why would someone not sign their name to this? then i thought about the 8 or so journals i have lying around at any given moment and i thought how that could easily have been a piece picked up and loved by the reader who never knew the author's name, but published it anyway. the name of the author doesn't place more beauty and depth in the words, at least it shouldn't. the poem should stand on its own. and this one of yours certainly did. what a treasure.
    thank you for always sharing as you do.


    • Garmond gold member
      September 9
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      Well it sounds like you now have a job for a rainy Sunday, sit down and sign those journal entries dear poet
      It is my genuine pleasure to share with you. Thank you.

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