Open Poetry #13 |
A Portrait of a Mother's Love ... #9 |
Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
A Portrait of a Mother's Love In rocking chair, by candle light, With shadows drawn across the night, A vision of angelic form, Beheld my eyes this wondrous morn. A gentle motion to and fro, Held mesmerized, my gaze aglow; As lullabies were sweetly sung, To mother's breast, the infant clung. Enfolded tenderly in arms, I watched, enraptured, by their charms; For in the candle's light above, 'Twas portrait of a mother's love. A wisp of hair fell 'cross her face, Head tilted slightly, bowed in grace; With lilting voice, she sweetly crooned, As infant suckled, there in tune. The heartbeats of the two entwined, As if to perfect rhythm, chimed; There, bathed in warmth of body heat, While gently rocked, their souls did meet. By candle's light, these angels shone, Sweet miracle of sacred bond. /Kit McCallum |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Kit, This is truly the most beautiful poem I've ever read of mother and child. Each verse is exquisitly written. This treasure will be enjoyed by many. A lovely poem from a lovely poet Liz |
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Ariana Senior Member
since 2000-10-08
Posts 571Orlando, Florida |
Kit: You have captured the most precious gift a woman could have. Your words are exceptional. I am going to keep this in my library and I thank you for writing it. |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
The heartbeats of the two entwined, As if to perfect rhythm, chimed; There, bathed in warmth of body heat, While gently rocked, their souls did meet. By candle's light, these angels shone, Sweet miracle of sacred bond. ======================= oh Kit this is exquisite... you have captured the precious bonding exactly and wrapped it your ALWAYS impressive rhyme divine... the cadence of this dances and read like a harmony kissed lullaby. Wonderful writing poetess of grace me Did you make it to the Milky Way, |
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Lone Wolf Member Ascendant
since 2000-03-16
Posts 5842Lansing, MI USA |
Stunning write, Kit. You have truly captured the essence of this moment. All writing comes |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Kit~ Just lovely ... a beautiful portrait that holds the essence of motherly love. Thanks for sharing ! ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Just taking a second look at this marvelous poem Liz |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
It took me a while to be able to respond to this... for it's a portrait I can only observe and envy. *S* But you've written a tender beauty that deserves recognition even from bitter ole crones. *G* This is stunning, Kit... well done! |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Thanks so much Liz, Ariana, Janet Marie, Lone Wolf, Marge and Suthern ... I apologize I didn't respond sooner, my time has been a bit lacking lately. Thank you for these sweet responses from you all (and Suthern ... it's a portrait I see only from a'far also, I know what you mean) Hugs and appreciation to all, /Kit |
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