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Love Story Poetry Contest: Our Love-Then, When, and Now

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“You brought light and music into my world. When you lit my candle, I began to see and understand the taste and texture of love for the first time.” (quote by the poet)

Poem written for and entered into "Love Poetry Contest,"

Regina McIntosh, sponsor, 4/29/2024

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Then… …the sparks in your eyes were a thousand fireflies, diamonds in pools of blue. …the laughter we shared rang joyous to my willing ears. …warmth flowed freely in the smoke of desire. …your hair orangish red, like a tanager’s wings, was smooth as the finest silk. Carry me backwards in time when… … your love brought me peace of mind and your touch could set me a flame. …a kiss was the beginning of love’s game. …crystal tears fell out of pure joy. …our love was young and full of glory. …you were the one who caused me such glee. …you made us ‘we’ in the decision to share our hearts. …we were merely two intersecting orbits. …our youthfulness gave into lust. Now… …making love is different than back then. …compatibility and intimacy go along with mutual trust. …we’re collaborative souls, together circling the sun. …after all these years, I see you as a friend, lover, and a tamer of my fears. …I take comfort in knowing that loving you is right ‘till the very end.

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Ink Empress

Date: 5/10/2024 12:02:00 AM

Once again congratulations on your well deserved win! Such a beautiful picture of you and bill. Love seeing you both so in love and your poem is gorgeous

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 5/10/2024 3:49:00 AM

thank you, dear Ink, for your congratulatory words. Glad you liked the pic. It's one of my favorites :-) Thanks for sponsoring this contest! Wishing you a splendid day, hugs, Sara

Jay Narain

Date: 4/30/2024 10:42:00 AM

Nice love poem from past to present and future.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 5/10/2024 3:49:00 AM

awww, thank you Jay! Just now saw your comment on this poem. Sorry 'bout that. Have a pleasant day, Sara

Paige Hind

Date: 4/30/2024 10:27:00 AM

"…I take comfort in knowing that loving you is right ‘till the very end. " Powerful words....

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 5/10/2024 3:51:00 AM

glad you liked the ending, Paige. Appreciate you stopping by. Enjoy your day, hugs, Sara

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 4/29/2024 6:35:00 PM

Truly a sublime depiction of love blossoming into full glory, attuning the physical, energetic, mental, emotional and transcendental sheaths of consciousness in divine entwinement. Beautiful! God bless!

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 5/10/2024 3:50:00 AM

thank you for your glowing comments, kind Sir. Just now saw your comment. Sorry I missed it earlier. Have a blessed day, Sara

Maria Fernandez-Garcia

Date: 4/29/2024 4:40:00 PM

I cry Sara reading your profound poem, dedicated to the love of your life, Mr Bill Baker. I'm sure he is worth every second of your life. I have no words to comment your love story, but for sure I know, you two, deserve the best. It would be nice to listen to. ."love story song" while reading a masterpiece from you. Good luck my two pigeons. Take carexxxxLove/María PS. I +Fav this one

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 4/29/2024 6:20:00 PM

awww, Maria, your words deeply touched me. I'm grateful my love poem moved you in such a deep manner. Your 'two pigeons' comment brought a smile to my face. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your beautiful words and presence here on PS..hugs, Sara PS Thank you for the fave, too. Humbly grateful :-)

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 4/29/2024 4:20:00 PM

Beautiful, sensual and romantic Sara, you and Bill are a wonderful couple, you show the world what love is… Beryl

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 4/29/2024 6:17:00 PM

awwww, thank you Beryl. You're so kind and sweet. Bill & I are fortunate to be with one another; Appreciate your visit and continuous support. Have a great evening, hugs, Sara

Sotto Poet

Date: 4/29/2024 4:18:00 PM

Fantastic poetry about the growth of love from attraction to a deep, enduring connection beyond physical intensity, dear Sara. You accurately depicted the stages of a romantic relationship, from fresh love to long-term stability. Your colorful and sensuous language evokes loving sentiments. The use of descriptive phrases like "fireflies," "diamonds," "joyous," and "orangish-red" helps readers grasp the speaker's sentiments.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 4/29/2024 6:16:00 PM

thank you, Sotto, for your thoughtful read and for your encouraging comments. I appreciate your thoroughness more than I can say. Grateful for your presence here on PS. Have a pleasant evening, your poetess friend in Texas, Sara