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Poetry
A Kiss
By Kezzi
16 May 2008
The first poem I've written in yonkers.
Some of it's a bit clichéd, but that's hard to avoid with romantic stuff!
Excessive sibilance intended to add to the softness. ^w^
The layout is supposed to mimic how the actions lead to the kiss at the end.
Also, I may have used semicolons incorrectly; but I just wanted to make sure they stay alive. Save the semicolon! [:

                                                         A Kiss

A glistening tear
  Rolls down the cheek;
    Eyes gleam, wet
      And knees shake, weak.
      
      The softest sigh
        Warm on the face;
          Safe, secure
            In deep embrace.
              
            A perfect smile
              As lips do part;
                Grow closer as
                  Love grips the heart.

                  The tiny pulse
                    That beats with thrill;
                      Goosebumps prickle
                        In tender chill.

                                                       A single kiss;
                                                  And time stands still.

Reviews
So Gently Put!
Written by Katanga (717 comments posted) 16th May 2008
So gently put - lovely! And I think your layout idea is great! 
 
Cheers! 
 
John

Written by Livinginanattic (454 comments posted) 16th May 2008
As you say, perhaps a bit cliched, but it reads well. You've set up a good rhythm and I like the layout.  
 
Ben

Written by Phil (6383 comments posted) 17th May 2008
You're right - there are a few clichéd parts - but on the whole, it works well. One crit - line 10: do part. Inserting 'do' to fit the rhythmic pattern makes for an awkward line. How about: And lips that part
 
Phil
Oh yes!
Written by Katanga (717 comments posted) 17th May 2008
 
I have to agree with Phil. 
 
'And lips that part' seems to work better. 
 
However, the semi-colon would have to go, giving a slightly different meaning from the original, but still works fine in my humble proverbial. 
 
Still love it! 
 
Cheers! 
 
John

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