Included in my poetry collection Passions: Love Poems and Other Writings.
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perhaps I was bewitched by the North Star
or by a ballad as dateless as my blood
geography of feelings populates unwanted interludes
my eyes, the nests of dewy grass and leaves
emerald eyelashes flaunt
black taffeta chirps between my fingers like piano keys
inside my soul your kisses soar
soft lilac tones like prayers of the youngest nun
perhaps because I read your poetry last night
and cut my soul between a stanza and a strife
perhaps a child played with a kite
a kingdom for a sup
maybe it was the wind
that woke me up
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Passions featured in San Francisco Book Review
Passions featured in Manhattan Book Review.
The north star will get you every time. Beautiful poem, Gabriela. The has a way of awakening.
Good morning Timothy. Thank you for your beautiful words. Big hugs.
‘or by a ballad as dateless as my blood’….a beautiful, evocative line.
Thank you Arthur. That’s very kind of you to say.
There’s ‘meh.’ And then there’s ‘ahh!’. This was ahh worthy. Divine.
I absolutely adore the last few lines. A little rhythm and trance in those.
“or by a ballad as dateless as my blood”
As another comment points out, this is a wonderful wonderful line. It establishes this sense of knowing, which makes the poem so much closer to the reader’s heart. Truly beautiful.
perhaps I was bewitched by your words or by a ballad as dateless as your poetry…
Oh, my dearest Shanyu. What a beautiful comment. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. It means a lot to me you are here. I am glad you liked the piece.
“perhaps I was bewitched by your words or by a ballad as dateless as your poetry…” that’s really sweet. Sending you plenty of love and hugs.
xoxo…
Perhaps we’re all bewitched by you.
Ah, Bo…. thank you for being here for me all the time. it means a lot. You ok, hon?
It’s been a pleasure.
I overburdened my leg on the weekend so it was very painful, day in day out. Started swelling again. After some massage and swimming pool, I’m better now. How far are you? Have u started some therapy?
I am glad it’s better now. Take care of yourself, Bo.
I am doing fine but it is still swelling. I did not start any therapy. I need it but I am scared to go anywhere. It’s getting bad here. My doctor got COVID.
I still do ice and salt baths every day.
Sending hugs to everyone. A kiss to little B.
xoxoxo
Oh my….Doctor too.
The medical staff is receiving vaccines, so that’s good. I started therapy after two months, so at one point you’ll have to.
Hi Bo,
The medical staff is getting vaccine indeed. Things should get better.
I have 2 months today so I have to think about therapy.
Please keep me updated. I want to know how you feel.
xoxo
Now is the time to start, Gab. It might get worse if you’re late, keep that in mind. If you’re like me, you’ll see first results 3 months after the injury.
Thank you so much Bo. You are right. I have to start now. I’ll see if I can talk to another doctor today 🤗❤️
That’s my girl.
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bellissima la tua poesia, grazie, un caro saluto dall’Italia
Grazie di cuore, Flavio. Warm greetings from America.
xoxo
I agree with Bo, we are bewitched by you! Loved it when I read it first in the book, love it again. ❤️🌷🤗
Punam, you are so sweet. I don’t know what to say but thank you for being YOU. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Sending love and hugs
xoxo
You are so welcome, my dear! You know it is always a pleasure and thank you for your lovely compliment. Love and hugs to you. ❤️
Thank you.
xoxoxo
Just so delightful… I am bewitched by your words! 💫
Ingrid, you are so kind. Thank you so much my dear.
xoxoxo..
Wow…I am just blown away by your way with words. I was a believer right away. I immediately bought your book! Thank you for sharing your work with us ✨
Aw.. thank you for your kind words and for getting my book. It means a lot to me. I am humbled by your gesture.
🤗 I’m very happy to have found your work.
Thank you again 🤗🌹
You’re most welcome. Thank you also for following 🙂 I appreciate it ✨
My pleasure 🙂
That’s lovely. I’ve never read poetry to be honest but I’m really enjoying some of the poems on here.
Thank you Vinny. I really appreciate your words.
This is so awesome! Your muse is on fire! ❤️
It was 🙂 🙂 🙂 Thank you Rene. Have a beautiful day.
It is always in fire 🔥 lovely lovely!
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Brilliant beautiful 😻
Thank you hon. You are adorable.
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Bravo!!
Thank you Mark.
Mesmerizing words!
Thank you so much!
“like prayers of the youngest nun” got me, beautiful!!
Thank you so much Michael.
Dear Gabriela, this is absolutely splendid! I appreciate your choice of words in every poem you write. You are my dearest poet! ❣️❤️🥰😍😘
Thank you so much my dear. You warm my heart every time. I am so humbled by your words.
I hope everything is well. Sending you lots of love ❤️🥰🌹🤗
Beautiful! Love the ending.
My most sincere thanks David.
Beautiful poem…
Oh, thank you so much Francine 🌹🥰🌺
I’m smiling – perhaps because I read your poetry tonight – maybe its wind – you see, G I take in your words and let them out again – albeit a little mischievously – always with affection and respect.
You are a great poet, Eric. You know how to make words ring beautifully.
“albeit a little mischievously – always with affection and respect.” Thank you so much. It means a lot.
Stay safe. Stay inspired.
Hugs
lots of lovely stuff here.
‘…taffeta chirps between my fingers …’
being particularly ace!
Thank you Nick.
Beautiful as always, Poetess, but I found “perhaps because I read your poetry last night,
and cut my soul between a stanza and a strife” to be such stunning lines. You never cease to amaze me. Bravo, my friend!
Thank you so much Brad. I am thrilled you liked those lines. Sending love and hugs 🥰🤗🌹
The lingering rhyme of this piece is haunting and beautiful, much like the wind weaving itself into your last words.
What a beautiful comment Java. Thank you so much 🥰🌹🤗
It is always my delight!
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Beaitiful poetry that never disappoints, Goddess of poetry! ❤️
Aw.. Cindy, you are beyond kind. Thank you so much sweetheart.
Have a beautiful evening
xoxoxo
I never tell as lie!!!! you are most welcome!!! Thanks and you as well! ❤️
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Gabriella, beautiful words! Both the rhymes and the images are captivating and lovely! <3
Thank you so much Cheryl. Very grateful for your comment. I hope you are well. Sending love ❤️
“geography of feelings populates unwanted interludes” – Nicely done!
Thank you so much!
Beautiful Gabriela!!! Smiling sooo big. I love this!!! And I just came from Your wonderful book!!! ‘Love in Venice’ and the two poems before it are like tiny chapters in a novel for me. I was carried along, so caught up and wanting more!!! You’re a transporter to other worlds!!! So beautiful. Thank You and I hope You have a wonderful day! Sending huge hugs Your way! 🤗❤️😊!
My fabulous Katy. You support and encourage me so much. I am so graceful for your kindness.
” You’re a transporter to other worlds!!!” This humbles me beyond.
” ‘Love in Venice’ and the two poems before it are like tiny chapters in a novel for me.” Yes, they are. Only if I can find the time to write that novel.
Sending you LOVE and LOVE and LOVE.
xoxoxo
AHHH!!! SOOO exciting! You will find the time! I know it. I’m amazed at all You do, seriously! I am so grateful for Your kindness as well! Sending LOVE and LOVE and LOVE right back to You, Beautiful!!! ❤️❤️❤️!
I will certainly find the time Katy. You are so dear to me.
Sending sunshine and big hugs.
xoxoxoxo…
❤️❤️❤️!!! Sunshine and hugs joyfully received, on a morning I needed them!!! Ahhhh!!!! Life! 🤣 Thank You, Beauty! Boomeranging them back!!! ❤️❤️❤️!!!
Aw… thank you!!!!!!!
😊!!!
xoxo
I am new in blogging and I am happy to discover such amazing writer like you.I admire your’e work.This is a beautiful poem:-)
My most sincere thank for your wonderful words, Rona. I am glad you enjoyed my work.
xoxo
A book full of tenderness and stanzas that engulfs the mind with so many magnificent images. A treasure box your book of poems, a ride in a carriage on a perfect night with love sitting beside you.
“emerald eyelashes flaunt
black taffeta chirps between my fingers like piano keys
inside my soul your kisses soar
soft lilac tones like prayers of the youngest nun”
Words that can not be put together easily to create such a beautiful image and yet you take the word “chirps” and create an orchestra with a single instrument.
So beautiful your book and your words Button. I hope you are having an amazing week and I am sending my love in purple silk bags made by my fairies 🧚♀️ and in each bag a kiss of gratitude for your precious words.
❤️ love you
Honeybun
Honeybun,
Thank you so much for the praise. You took my breath away. I am beyond grateful for everything you have done for me.
May you stay blessed and inspired. May you stay loved and happy. You deserve it all.
Sending you tons of hugs
G(button)
You are welcome dearest Button. It was a wonderful poem to share. I hope your day is full of love, sunshine and hugs too. The fairies were missing you. They will deliver my package and my love. They are way faster than UPS. Stay safe. Sending prayers always.
Love ❤️ you,
Honeybun
Thank you for the love and the good wishes honeybun. Right back to you.
May you have a magical day tomorrow (it’s almost midnight :))
love you
G (button)
Thank you sweet Button. It is always so wonderful to hear from you. I think I will make sure I have a magical day today, that sounds nice dear friend. The fairies were probably there before you went to bed with their magic. I hope you are filled with love, inspiration, and hope for better days as am I. We can live inside our words part of the time anyway. Thank you always for your, love and blessings my dear Button. Sending you much more and may your sleepy eyes awaken with wonderful surprises and happiness floating in the air in beautiful balloons.
Love you bunches,
Honeybun
Thank you honeybun. I got the the love and the happiness floating in the air in beautiful balloons. You are a sweetheart.
Sending yo back love and hugs.
xoxoxo
Yea!!!!! Enjoy your day you beautiful flower you!!
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You too hon 🌹🌹🌹🌹🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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“emerald eyelashes flaunt
black taffeta chirps between my fingers like piano keys….inside my soul your kisses soar”….this poem of yours is beautiful with a vivid imagery….bewitched….truly….have a wonderful & peaceful day ✨ 💫
My dearest Navin,
Thank you so much for your wonderful comment. You know how to melt my heart.
Wishing you the same
xoxoxo
You’re welcome Gabriela….thank you for your kind wishes ✨🌷
My pleasure 🌹❤️
You’re very welcome dear Gabriela….it’s your own writings that melt your heart….you’re an amazing poet ✨💫
You are so sweet. Thank you 🌹🥰
This was so passionate Gabriela. 😇😇
Thank you so much Kumar. That’s so sweet of you 🙏
You’re welcome Gabriela. 😇
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‘perhaps I was bewitched by the North Star
or by a ballad as dateless as my blood’
The way you bring the passion in poetry is awesome always. Its more like read it once again. And each time it has a different essence or it is just the understanding finds the depth.
Oh, thank you so such sweetheart. You are a gem. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Its is my pleasure always to read your poetry. Inspired by it and learn from it. So thanks to you for inspiring. (Hearts)
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Wowing again 🤩😍
Thank you sweetheart 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Welcome honey bun 😍
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So beautiful, Gabriela. You’re amazing.
Thank you Diana. So are you.
xoxo
Maybe it was just the wind… 😉💙 love it!
Thank you so much Victoria.
xoxo
I love the imagery in this poem. Beautiful
Thank you 🌸
This is beautiful, I especially loved the last 3rd, gorgeous finish 💓
Thank you so much Jude. I hope you are doing well 🤗
We’ve been going through presidential elections and internet was shut off for a whole week almost. A setback for many but now I’m scrambling to make up for lost time.
I’ll be emailing you really soon,
We have the Collab, some advice and just friend sharing to do💓
I got your email Jude. I will answer soon. Please take care.
G.
Oh just so melodious. Every word of it.
Thank you so much 🌹
perhaps because I read your poetry last night
and cut my soul between a stanza and a strife
perhaps a child played with a kite
a kingdom for a sup
maybe it was the wind
that woke me up
What gorgeous lines!
Thank you so much B. I hope everything is ok with you ❤️❤️❤️🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
It is! I hope you are well too!
Lots of work but otherwise ok 🌹
Oh, I just love these lines:”perhaps because I read your poetry last night
and cut my soul between a stanza and a strife”
Really, there are so many wonderful phrases and images in this beautiful poem!
Karima, thank you so much for your wonderful words. You made my day. Sending love ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
This is absolutely stunning at every line. My favourite: “my eyes, the nests of dewy grass and leaves” — Wow. Just beautiful Gabriela 🌿💜
Oh, my dearest Lia, you are so kind. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
xoxoxo…
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Gorgeous poem by using amazing metaphors,dear G.
Thank you 🙏
I like “soft lilac tones like prayers of the youngest nun”. Be well.
Thank you Jorge. You too 🌸
Beautiful, mesmerizing…soul stirring !
Thank you 🌹
Beautiful and pleased
Thank you very much.
Such a beautiful piece! This is so deep and something that you would have to go through atleast twice to understand the depth.
“black taffeta chirps between my fingers like piano keys”,such beautiful imagery! I will look foward to read more of your wonderful poems!
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Aw… thank you very much for the praise. I am humbled by your words. 🌹
Damn, this is magic. It envelopes us, refusing to let go. I think I am okay with that, I think I am okay with the thought of this poem calling me back to read it again.
Thank you so much for your wonderful comment. It made my evening magical 🌹
You’re very welcome, and I am glad it did just that 🌷
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Exquisite poem. Love the line ‘cut my soul between a stanza and a strife’.
Thank you so much my dear 🌹🌸🌺