Tangerine Kissed and Honey Dew Swept

photography by skiwasser65

 

 

~~~

When amethyst dreams pale

like a breath held in the wake of a dreary moon

slipping quietly

across clouds that stir…

 

for reason much too strong for fantasy

too bold for feathery pillows and sleepy yesterdays

 

I’ll gather the breeze

fanned with change

 

whirling

in an overflowing palette of tangerine kisses

rising

as warm as a flame

as soft as tears wept

or petals floating in a sea of golden light

 

Awaken skies

awaken me

honey dew swept

in poetry

~~~

Reviews

[dan]

Julie, the imagery used in this piece is so descriptive the words seem to come to life. I could single them out but I'd be writing all night. The one I like most is, "...whirling in an overflowing palette of tangerine kisses..." There used to be a band called Tangerine Dream, and their music was progressive rock, very ethereal and moody; this piece has that type of flavor to it, and I mean that in the best possible way. A poem to touch the heart. take care...dan

[MsJewel]

That name Tangerine Dream sounds familiar to me, but I don't know their music. I'm thrilled you enjoyed my poem Dan. We had such a beautiful sunrise yesterday, I had to write about it. :) Julie

[Ehra Khan]

a sunset is one of the most beautiful aspects of nature and you write like you're bringing a painting to life.The vivid imagery and your amazing vocabulary makes the poem sound even more lovely. I observed you're keen eye for detail when you described every surrounding aspect! Loved your work Ma'am...keep it up:)
You should probably coach me on writing magical poetry like this!

[MsJewel]

You are very kind. Thank you :) Julie

[Ana B.]

Absolutely magical....a must have!

[MsJewel]

Thank you Ana
julie

[Coyote Poetry]

Dear poet. Always a good journey in your words.
"for reason much too strong for fantasy
too bold for feathery pillows and sleepy yesterdays"
I like the use of words and the alive /strong emotions in the words. Thank you for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[MsJewel]

thank you for supporting my scribbles. I appreciate you :) Julie

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome Julie.

[Sophy Freebirds]

A sunset has been a muse for many poets since time unknown.But the way your descrined it here breathes heaven.I would really like to be swept off in wings of poesy and fly in the crimson rays of sky.I loved this piece of yours.ofcourse i love all of them. But this theme spoke to me in volumes so delicately. . ummmm... i came from moonskittles page reading hauntingly sensual write.And here i get this soft as tears poetry :) Lucky me. *keep writing*

~Sophy

[MsJewel]

Thank you for your kind words Sophy :) Julie

[onceloved]

I see tangerines as being a beautiful painting of an morning sunrise it is one of nature most beautiful gifts an ocean sunset is another beautiful gift of nature too. Lucky you. :) Larry

[MsJewel]

thank you Larry :) Julie

[Baby Ricochet]

This poem's kinda hot. I really like tangerines too. That probably helps

[MsJewel]

I like tangerines too :) Julie

[Rousbeh Zibaie]

This poem is so romantic it swept me off my feet. It touches the inner soul! Great imagery brings the poem to life!

[MsJewel]

Thank you for your kind words. :) Julie

[pvpd sri harsha]

sorry i do not understand...

[MsJewel]

I'm describing the sunrise. :) Julie

[MomzillaNC]

Beautiful, leaving a sensation of perfume scented, growing warmth

[MsJewel]

Thank you for your kind words :) Julie

[MomzillaNC]

You're welcome. Have you published? Did you know you can publish for free on Amazon, for Kindle? You keep 35% of all US sales and 70% of most overseas sales.

[Steve L.]

Brilliant...as usual :)

Your writing always evokes a strong feeling in me.

[MsJewel]

You are too kind Steve. Thank you :) Julie

[Moochi]

The vocab is just beautiful. Specially the last line "Honey dew swept in poetry". Amazing yeah. Love it to bits. Its written so well.