Once Upon a Starry Night

 

Under Our Heavenly Canopy

 

Stargaze moments, cosmic wonders, one heavenly night.

Let us marvel, launch lunar flights, Gemini’s in sight.

Creek frogs croaking, green with envy, as we trek our way.

Cozy blanket, kick off our shoes, galactic survey.

 

Planets align, meteors streak, bodies in motion.

Safe in my arms, soon to be one, playful commotion.

Celestial orbs, float in deep space, no mission control.

Light years ahead, time travel slow, devote heart and soul.

 

 

 

Our Summer Serenade

 

Moonlit night, holding hands, tart lemonade.

Dancing girl, makes me smile, slow promenade.

Summer sparks, lips meet mine, so unafraid.

Hold you close, nuzzle neck, scent’s serenade.

 

Shooting stars, backseat smooch, a killdeer cries.

Firefly fun, chigger bites, ketchup some fries.

Sharing dreams, compliments, she thinks I’m wise.

Snow cone tongues, belly laughs, no big surprise.

 

Getting late, no one cares, good vibrations.

Enticing eyes, same old couch, excitations.

Goodnight kiss, our song plays, new sensations.

In our hearts, forever, sweet elations.

 

 

Moonlight’s Rhapsody

 

As twilight falls, your eyes beckon,

cool evening breeze so slight.

White lace curtains, faintly flutter,

two amorous hearts delight.

Hide and seek moon, focus on you,

my brilliant star attraction.

Our soft lips play, fine cabernet,

flavors each chain reaction.

 

Mischievous grin, warm silken skin,

now safe in my embrace.

Snuggle sweetly, let’s reminisce,

enchanting escapades retrace.

Our crescent moon, advises more time,

patient gentle affection.

Candlelight dies, dreams soon arrive,

content in love’s perfection.

 

 

Some notes from Chris

Regarding “Under Our Heavenly Canopy”

This poem is a form of a “rhymed couplet” and consists of thirteen syllables per line.

 

Regarding “Our Summer Serenade”

There are ten syllables per line and each line consists of a 3-3-4 (total of 10 syllables) pattern to my form.  I am also hopeful that you will find some added entertainment value in this project.  Please look for my homage to the “Beach Boys”!

 

Regarding “Moonlight’s Rhapsody” 

This poem was inspired, in part, by a 100 year old family homestead near my home. It is a very stately two-story prairie farmhouse. I have always wondered about the everyday lives of the five  generations who lived and loved there. There is a beautiful upstairs bedroom with the original glass windows and white lace curtains looking out on the grounds with large pecan and oak trees.  One night I sat in that bedroom looking out at a resplendent full moon.  I wondered how many of those family members had looked out of those very same windows at night and dreamed their own dreams.  What was going on in their lives at the time?  Who were they loving?  Were they happy and fulfilled in their life pursuits?   That is how it all began and this is the result. I hope you enjoy.

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