The Fertile Soil of a Memory

Tis rare to see such natural beauty,
that captures one's full attention,
much less a sight so marvelous,
it's glory maintains full retention.

When such experience as this I've said,
finds it's place within fertile mental soil,
a seed of vision grows within one's head,
saving that memory from forgot'n spoil.

Some find this rare and treasured jewel,
of visions etched upon memories wall,
in 'artsy clothing' of silk, yarn and wool,
while another might dwell on a waterfall.

There's pets & things, people & places too,
that find their way into memories domain,
and if only 'fond' memories we could 'view'
those we love most tis where we'd remain.

All this was said to bring to a conclusion,
that a wonderful memory for 'ME' twas made,
when upon fertile soil of 'my' mental illusion,
An image of a Lily named 'Liliane' was laid.
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Posted: May 2011
About this poem:
This poem was specifically written to (and for) a beautiful Brazilian Woman whom I've been blessed to share a bit of correspondence.
With her permission, I'm sharing this poem with the family and friends of poets corner.
She asked me to write a poem using a 'Lily' as part of the poem, being as her name 'Liliane' is derived from a Latin word meaning Lily.
This is what I came up with. Hope you all enjoyed it. Swade777

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QuietStormF
Hi Swade, and a beautiful poem you have written for this woman.. She is indeed a lucky lady! Hi Lilane wave teddybear
swade777
QuietstormF..... Thank you for your positive and encouraging comment! She is a very beautiful woman, but alas... out of my class! dunno How does one appear young enough to catch the attention of someone 20 years younger?? I think it best to not go there! But I must say, Brazil certainly has some BEAUTIFUL women!!! Maybe THAT'S where I'll vacation next? love Blessings to you!! Swade
QuietStormF
It would seem to me that you have already captured her attention, and age REALLY is just a number.. In the long run,it's going to be that communication you are sharing right now that is going to matter more than looks.. And Bon Voyage!banana wave smitten teddybear
swade777
Yippeee!! I'm going to Brazil to get married!! She loves me!! rolling on the floor laughing

You're sweet to be so encouraging, but... I've found myself living in the 'real world'. And actually, I LOVE IT where I live!
Brazil has nothing to tempt me away from Oregon! (Except those pretty women!) smitten
marikia
You can tempt her to come to Oregon after all, does distance matter? What matters is Love, just make sure it is Love, then go for it! Good luck to you, dear poet! love wine
Macduff5
Such a lovely, romantic expression Swade. Thanks for sharing. wine
gnj4u
Hi, swade777,
...when upon fertile soil of 'my' mental illusion... this image of 'Liliane' did appear, a well-versed poem was the only conclusion for this jeweled vision so dear.
swade777
McDuff, Thanks for those kind words. I look to you as 'teacher' of poetry, as your works are amazing! Thanks for your encouragement.
swade777
Marika, You're always such an encouraging soul!! Thanks again!
This particular pen-pal in Brazil is really very much more a 'stranger' than a close connected corresponding pen-pal, as we've written to one another very little in all honesty. However, I find her to be very attractive, and had no problem writing the poem based upon her physical beauty alone. She's a sweet gal, I'm sure, but we really do not know one another at all. Always love the encouraging comments!
swade777
Joy... you're such a romantic yourself!! I wish we were closer, I think you and I could be very good friends!!
Yankee4you
I hope she enjoyed your poem.
pilgrimageoflove
swade777
You have sealed her fate with this one.
Nicely written
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