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Rose Petal Bath and Orange Blossom Bed
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Rose Petal Bath and Orange Blossom Bed |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song 
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Rose Petal Bath and Orange Blossom Bed Where love abounds in this bright day of bliss I awake and find our lips entwined in lovers kiss A touch of your breath resting deep within my eyes As one more night the past is not but forgotten lies ~~~*~~~ Upon this morn we awake from the silence of lust In this day we are forever joined in our twilights trust As stars from last eve spun us into the heavens laugh As I placed you within purest waters of rose petal bath ~~~*~~~ Eighty nine candles burning essence of garden trace Glow of angels hugging the cheeks of your radiant face Butterfly kisses found dancing merrily within your heart Knowing all along that this is where we find our days start ~~~*~~~ From bath of roses turned to essence of your nectars scent The beaded droplets of love from stars forming heaven's tent Guiding the aromas of your wonderous tastes upon my tongue Resting them upon the song of angels that now must be sung ~~~*~~~ Cradling you with chest to breast in my strengthened arms Carried forth to the luscious buds of your butterfly charms Placing tenderly your poetic form upon what has been read Soft protection within the realms of your orange blossom bed Mark Christopher [This message has been edited by Mark Bohannan (edited 10-01-2000).] |
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snowpants Member Elite
since 2000-09-16
Posts 2061KS |
Wow, Mark. That was, and I've used this word before to describe your great work, phenomenal!! I definitely have to save this one!! What an excellent read! sp  |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Mark--this is so soft and tender...you touch my heart with the lovingness that you write...hugs! |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Mark this is amazing it's beauty and spirit shine like the stars. You sure are the master with words, I'm breathless, utterly awesome. So as your the master can't you spare a moment to instruct this very basic student. I could do with some lessons. Take care my friend Marsha |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
*gasp* hmmm. Mmmm. Hmmm. Okay. I'll take it. *wink* ---absolutely extraordinary, difficult to do, without having to out do yourself...(well, that's what I meant...lol) and now, please excuse me, as I'm hearing the pitter patter of some ponderously large feet upon me roof... [This message has been edited by serenity (edited 10-01-2000).] |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Mark this is exquisite and exceptional. your gifts of both enchanting imagery and heartfelt expression of emotion shine in this romantic, love, and promise kissed poem. You do this like so few do ... breath takingly ... as I read this I could take in the essence of the roses and orange blossoms love the color too  later-romance-and-passion-gator me loves ya me |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Oh I do so hope you hold this lady's heart near and dear to you...she sounds like a long-lost treasure...and your gold is surely glimmering here... Karilea When you want to be loved, look within...KRJ |
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Paula Finn Member Ascendant
since 2000-06-17
Posts 5546missouri |
It has been a long while since I felt I could respond to your work...I hope you know its not that I havent read them...but this just took my breathe away... and I had to tell you that |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
 BEAUTIFUL! BREATHTAKING! EXQUISITE! There are no other words in the english language to express how much your writing keeps getting better and better, I loved this!  Take care, Melissa Honeybee The beauty of poetry gives my soul wings to fly free within dreams |
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rosepetals25
since 2000-05-31
Posts 3076PA |
Mark, This is soo beautiful. There are no words to even tell you how beautiful. You are simply amazing. Thank you for sharing your gift with us all. ~~Tara aka rp25 :o) |
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Greeneyes 
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
WOW WOW WOW WOW..... simply beautiful....GE |
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Ethan Halo Senior Member
since 2000-04-28
Posts 793on the roof again |
as of late, the love theme has not been such a strong point of mine... but this...THIS is really exceptional. there were some fantastic images and you appeal to all the senses, which is a great quality of a poem. Very awesome stuff. to the Library *whoosh*! it's a keeper. for when i get back to those love moods, this will be my inspiration. one last question...who's gonna light 89 candles? i'll just buy ya a soft 40 watt bulb. Everyone's got their demons. We all got somethin' to atone for. |
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Ethan Halo Senior Member
since 2000-04-28
Posts 793on the roof again |
sorry bout the double post... clicked it twice. [This message has been edited by Ethan_Halo (edited 10-01-2000).] |
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Tears_of_Grace Member
since 2000-07-05
Posts 50 |
Whew, you are quite a man, and this is excellent! Taking all that care to show someone that they are special and that you care, the sensuality and the love in this mixed as well as the rose petals, orange blossoms and candles. Creating a heavenly sinful delight. Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm this was wonderful! |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Mark I had to come back to this, because it is soooo beautiful. It's not just the imagery, although they are stunning, it's not just the flow, although that is perfect. It's absolutely breathtakingly superb. Since I'm heading for my bed I wanted to take this image with me, to caress my dreams, and soothe my soul. Goodnight my friend Marsha |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
snowpants-Thank you and for you to save it is the greatest compliment a poet could ever get. Martie-My friend I thank you dearly and when it comes from my heart I often don't know what I have written til I go back and read it days later. Marsha-The lessons you don't need trust me. You have your own style and you shine brightly. I learn myself by reading other peoples poetry and then studying it over and over. Thank you so very much. serenity-Thanks for all that and the wink also....now go take a good gander at those feet upon your roof....could make for an early holiday you know.  JM-I do so cherish your words as always and I know that you know where it all comes from and your patience and understanding do not go unnoticed. Luv ya too my friend and thank you for all you are. Karilea-I not only hold her heart dear to me but I breathe her nad live her in all that I am and her heart is the one of gold that you see shimmering.....tis where my poems come from. Thank you much. Paula-I know and I do appreciate that very much. Thank you much. Melissa-I do so love the way your replies make me smile and I do so thank you and appreciate you greatly. rosepetals25-It is I who thank all of you for allowing me to share and all of your wonderful replies. Thank you once again my challenge friend. Greeneyes-So nice to see you back with us and thank you so very much. Ethan-my friend of verse....you slay me with your enthusiasm and I do so appreciate it. Now as for the 40 watt light bulb...sorry dude but it would never do....you see it is the lighting of the candles and the blowing them out that allow all that extra time for me to rest my eyes one her.LOL....didn't you know..and I am honored to be in your library. Got the message on Balladeers poems also.ROFL Tears_of_Grace-If this is in any way sinful then it is something that I will have to atone to later in my walk within the stars because it is nothing short of the perfect union as far as I can see it. Thank you so much and once again welcome to our passionate home. |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Marsha-you snuck in one me but I will forgive you since you left such wonderful words. I hope this allows you the dreams that you seek. Good nite my friend and "DREAM" softly....LOL.... |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
MarkB~ Glistening lightly with these romantic thoughts - 'From bath of roses turned to essence of your nectars scent The beaded droplets of love from stars forming heaven's tent' Mmmmmmmmm - mmmmmmm - mmmmmmm ! Beautiful, sweet man ! Candles softly flickering ... ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Marge-Has anyone told you lately that you look great when you are glistening? Thank you my friend...so glad that you enjoyed it. |
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BloomingRose Member Elite
since 2000-08-09
Posts 3092Florida |
Mark, This is absolutely stunning. I have no words to pen, for I am breathless within... Deb |
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Rosebud1229 Senior Member
since 2000-04-05
Posts 1813North Carolina |
entranced by your style of words has my eyes in a blur of such amazement that I have that you can write with such heart! |
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Wilfred Yeats Member Elite
since 2000-08-04
Posts 2704Wilmington, Delaware |
I could identify with every single word - EXCEPT the 89 candles~G~ sounds like a conflagration waiting to happen let alone the expense of 89 candle holders - the time ain't at issue - - I go along with that - And where I come from - the ladies get suspicious when you go that far - figure Don Juan and all that = at least they did when i was still single All kidding aside - you write exqusitely romantic poetry. My hat's off to you |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
This is so beautifully written, Mark. I dare not quote all my favorite passages, for there are too many. I'll only say, you write so tenderly, it thrills my heart. Keep your magic pen at work, my friend , with more like this Liz |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Deb-Don't take this wrong but for once I am glad to see you speechless.LOL....Thank you my friend...I am glad that you enjoyed it. Rosebud1229-Why thank you so much...love it when I can amaze someone. Bill-Thank you kind sir....and as for the candles and the holders......well she is worth it and the Don Juan thing......nope....not me .... just for her and straight from the heart always. Liz-I am glad it thrilled your heart and as for my magic pen...I don't have a choice but to write....it calls me and then puts me to work>LOL Thank you much |
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cathybohannan Member
since 2000-07-31
Posts 140Paintsville,KY |
Better late than later, yes this is a lovely poem, and yes I be back in Passions soon with more poems.P.S. your other Passions poet will reply too. hugs from all, Love Cathy Cathy Marie Bohannan |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Mark you have just been elected the official poet for the office. It doesn't pay much mind, well it doesn't actually pay anything, but you get a Christmas card and we get to toast your health, on high days and holidays. If I don't want to be sent to Coventry by them all I have to promise to show them at least one of your poems a week. They wanted them daily but we'd never get the work done. So in order of their comments here goes: Oh this a beauty Daphnie This is stunning Jan Wow Fran Amazing Pat Oh my this is ....... I love this! Sue Terrific Mel Oh boy Kelsy I think it's great Delia Marvellous David (David doesn't actually work in the office but he was included because he wanted to be) Take care Marsha  |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Cathy-Thank you my sweet sis and tell that other sister of ours to get her little butt in here. Hugs and love to you and everyone else. Love you all much. Marsha-WOW....I dont know what to say to that but I do thank you all for this and I will try not to let you all down.  Daphnie, Jan, Fran, Pat, Sue, Mel, Kelsy, Delia, and David.....My heartfelt thanks to you all and I feel so honored that words could never say. I will do my best for you all. |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
this is right up my alley I really liked it, very good images. Kathleen |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Kathleen-I am glad you liked it. Thank you so much for stopping by. |
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jinxed Member
since 2000-09-27
Posts 86 |
ok i dubs ditto on all of the comments above I couldn't say it any better than they did and I sure couldn't write anything as beautiful as this ...whew.... |
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Marina Member Elite
since 2000-02-10
Posts 2245Pickering, Ontario |
With each poem you write Mark, your talents are overwhelming. An absolutely exquisite poem Mark. They come much better. Marina It is a blessing to have wings for words, and passion in pen Marina Crossley |
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SEA
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
Mark~ Whew! You are one ROMANTIC Cowboy! You took my breath away with this. Stunning...... - SEALive,Love,Laugh :) ~SueB |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
jinxed-Thank you so much and I am sure you can and will. Marina-My friend it is so nice to see your name here and thank you so very much. SEA-Why thank you so much and I am so glad that you liked it. Thanks for the romantic. |
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bebo Junior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 12 |
don't you start that big brother bossing around. you know how stubborn i can be. very touching poem sir. wish mind were so full of love. i'm gonna try and post one tonite. i want your honest reply. (hope spelling doesn't count.)love ya |
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Alwye
Moderator
Member Elite
since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
*breathless* This has got to be the most beautiful and romantic thing I've read in a long time....truly gorgeous words. *Krista Knutson* "Wheresoever you go, go with all your heart." -Confucious |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Mark- WOW!! This is incredible! So beautiful and so romantic...love the candles. An amazing read. -vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, you have not truely met the poet." -vlraynes |
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tracie66 Member Elite
since 2000-01-18
Posts 4713Australia |
Mark~ This beauty in this rich and your heart delightful, what a magnificent piece Tracie~ Love is the life of the soul... It is the harmony of the universe |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Beckie-Spelling?????? why would that count and btw since when did I become a sir???? Thank you sweet sister of mine. LOVE YA!!!!Alwye-And that was one of the most beautiful responses I have read in a long time. Thank you. Vicky-Why thank you and so glad you enjoyed it. Tracie-Thank you so very much for your sweet words. |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Mark- was getting a bit chilly in here, so i thought those 89 candles might help...sure enough.. hurry back...we miss you. hugs, -vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, you have not truely met the poet." -vlraynes |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
MarkB~ I'm with Vicky on this one ~ Just get in here and heat things up ! You are just what the doctor ordered ! *Vicky~ Glad to see we both are moved by this devine poet ! Thanks for the bump, gal ! ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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jonmcm Member
since 2000-10-11
Posts 222England |
Mark, this is a wonderful poem. Jon |
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CSKpoet Senior Member
since 2002-07-12
Posts 845Island in Paradise |
What can i say that hasn't been said? Bravo! and yes i am searching your archives...very nice way to spend time too!  Poetry is: |
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