Love Poem: Whose Muse Elusive Dew
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Written by: Susan Ashley

Whose Muse Elusive Dew

The worldliness within the sphere     
reflecting morning light, 
as poignant as a single tear 
idea bright is crystal clear 
and frames the heavens in her sight 
though soft the fall through night.

Settled 'pon a leaf flirtation                   
awakens dreamy mist,
sow the sweetest need sensation 
clings a kiss in wild elation, 
and though short-lived the earthy tryst 
a reason to exist. 

But rendezvous a bitter binge          
though gentle loves cajole,
for soon the feel of daystar’s singe 
O lifting dew from leafy fringe 
no matter of the kiss they stole 
the cosmos in her soul.

Deep the tender-hearted flower           
whose muse elusive dew,
look how she shines this golden hour  
evanescence is her power 
as rays do make such moments few 
alas, the mourners coo.


Susan Ashley
June 18, 2022


~ Fourth Place ~
Premiere Contest: 2022 Poetry Marathon Mile 7
Sponsor: Mark Toney


~ Third Place ~
Premiere Contest: Dewdrops
Sponsor: Angel L. Villanueva

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*Required syllable count: 868886
 
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