Across an aquamarine pool
star fairies sparkle and glisten,
a scene of brillance, splediferously true,
found now shimmering upon my fair skin.
Secluded moments live here, too
dancing and guiding are the wisps
throughout the day, into twilight’s hues,
freckles, counted, by way of sun’s kiss, claim me.
Apollo offers to illuminate the view,
his hands sculpting radiance; bronze tones,
as summer temperatures offer proof,
his abilities masterful and, yes, epic.
Cicada’s persistence found romantic,
while evening shades finally filter through,
smell of honeysuckle murmurs to the wind,
hinting to how life could be once alone with you.
Oldest Daughter & Red Headed Sister 
{{{ Welcome back. You have been missed. }}}
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Hi, Michael J. Thank you…you have been missed, as well! Good to see you.♡
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The color of that water and the light exploding on it.
Your poem radiates feelings too large to be contained by words and yet your words capture them. To love and be loved … very romantic and those are poor words to describe your lovely poem.
So glad to read you here again, Audrey.
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You’re entirely wrong. Your words suit me just fine, my friend. I think to be truly loved is all that we need in this world.
Thank you for having me, Shari.
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How glorious your words describe a summer day at the pool. The smells, the sights, the emotions, all artfully crafted together in this amazing poem. Thank you, Audrey, for this delight!! ❤
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Hi, Amy. Yes, a day at the pool at a time where I thought anything was possible. You’re so kind. Thank you for your positive response to my poetry. Missed you.
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I’ve been on a wild and painful ride. Now it is over and am trying to get back into normalcy, whatever that may be. 🙂 ❤
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I can identify on the wild ride. I’m here for you, Amy. Prayers
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Thank you, Audrey. Now it is all about healing for me and learning to live without someone I Loved unconditionally and who Loved me as well, for 17 years. There is a huge hole in my heart these days. Bless you for the prayers!! ❤
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I’m heart breaks for you. I was married for 18 years.
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❤ (((HUGS))) ❤
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There you are. I first saw you in my comments section then *poof* you appeared in my e-mail. Wonderful to have you back and your description was terrific. 🙂
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Good to know my poems still make it to inboxes or at least my comments. I think I’d rather like poofin’ about. 🙂 Thank you, John
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With my Irish skin, I’m not much for lolling about swimming pools, ma’am, but you’ve crafted such a beautiful scene that I almost wish I were! And ’tis mighty good to see you here once again; I’ve missed you and your lyrics!
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I haven’t made it to the pool this summer. Too busy unpacking and watering the lawn. However, discovering this poem I wrote made me wish I could spend a little time there. With sunscreen. 😉 Thanks for stopping by. I’ve missed you, as well. ♡
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I was there seeing through eyes!
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If anyone was it was you, Willow ♡
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😘 I have missed you! ❤
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I’ve missed being here. Summer flew by at least when I wasn’t missing my children terribly. Good to be back. Hope you are well!
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I am surviving, glad you are back where you belong!!
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Happy my words still fit!
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They will always do that!
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Love you, Willow
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❤
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You imagery always enchants, but Apollos hands….sigh 🙂
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Three cheers for Apollo 😉
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As long as he doesn’t scald me 😉
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You’re under an umbrella. Duh 😀
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Because otherwise I’d burst into flame!
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This I know to be true!
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What s lovely scene you’ve described. It’s good to see you back in my inbox 🙂
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Thank you, Dan. I wrote this a few years ago. Hot Texas summers offer something positive. One just has to wait for it. Wonderful to hear from you. Hope all is well.
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