The graphic here is from a collection of my friend Ty Wilson's art. I admire his work in a tremendous way. Thank you Ty!
Susan
I see the vision framed in a rainbow of happiness aglow
I feel the nature of the beast regale...ebb to flow
I know that jealousy leaves a void and that love suffers above
All Others
I know that lust is for teens who are growing with their flavors budding
I sense that man lingers far too long among the fruit of loving
The passions that come alive and are richer for the deeper meat
Spin a vortex of dreams to make us complete
I know that to love is emotional fruit to bestow
That for two to find the seed and make it grow
That these are gifted ones above the others for their push and thought
Becomes a treasure often taught to those who love ...once forgot
I realize the heart is a powerful muscle and that it's versatility is a mystery
I know that to love is a part of all mortal history
The dejavous of passion that spends itself upon a Sunday afternoon
Can come and go if you want but is best adorned, festooned
Upon the bed of treasures that some lust for and forget
For to love is a simple treasure for all... I must admit.
Susan K. de Vegter
copyright 2006
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Reviews of "Rainbow of Happiness"
Reviewed by Martin Hebert (Reader)
Reviewed on May 4, 2006
~~Susan~~simple treasure, yes...sends me to thinkin'~~wonderful~~
At least some eyes are capable of seeing the colors in the rainbow, while others seem to be looking at a black and white picture of the spectacle. But in matters of Love nothing is ever in black and white.
RAge
Reviewed by Andy Turner (Reader)
Reviewed on May 3, 2006
Romance with such clarity of thought. Love is such a simple treasure, paradoxically it has the power of destruction too...
A very unusual and capturing expose on the nature of true love and passion, Susan. I like the form you have chosen here, and the flow of thoughts. Makes me feel a bit weepy, for some reason... perhaps it's the onions! :)) Artwork is also very complimentary in its clean lines and sparseness. This is a "seasoned and matured" write and yet has the breath of eternal youth about it. I like!! TY LOL Kate xx
Reviewed by Jane Rodway (Reader)
Reviewed on May 3, 2006
I love the art, reminds me of the best of the twenties-I don't know if it's the format, or the amount of words, but with the sleekness and simplicity of line of the artwork, I wonder if this would be visually more appealing "thinner", if that makes any sense whatsoever- just a suggestion, hope you don't mind. Enjoyed this ekphrastic write.
You cover a variety of loves cycles in your beautifully perceptive way Susan! This is superb poetry and the art is gorgeous!Your artist friend uses great expression, I can see why he's a favorite!
eT
Reviewed by A. Santo (Reader)
Reviewed on May 3, 2006
We do go through many shades and forms of love. From our 'first' love to our more impetuos acts of loving; we spend a lifetime falling in and out of emotional desires. This is a fine representation of those moments we carry with us.
I feel that,to a poet the many aspects of love are likened to variety and delivery of our writes, for they include, and for us Pisces that,'s a bunch, all the, pieces and parts of who and what we are,and they all must be contained,amd exemplified in the things that supply our joy and excitement for life. Art
Susan
" Love is a many splendored thing "..you describe the intricacies and variables of love and affection..
To really love is to put the other in front of you...:)
Peter
Susan, you have learned much in your years; this being evidence enough. Good work, using the right words, right pacing, right tempo.
..... Right? I enjoyed each and every line. Now, you've begun my day with a more than mature outlook on an old and alluring subject.
A bit of excellence. - Bill
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Ron
RAge
A stirring, gently passionate write, very well penned. I also love the artwork. Kudos to the artist!
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
Love Tinka
eT
the change is in the air
and everything that surrounds you
will ever be the same.
Love & Peace
William
" Love is a many splendored thing "..you describe the intricacies and variables of love and affection..
To really love is to put the other in front of you...:)
Peter
Felix
Paul;-)
..... Right? I enjoyed each and every line. Now, you've begun my day with a more than mature outlook on an old and alluring subject.
A bit of excellence. - Bill
Wonderful write and I love the art! So simple, yet so elegant! Well done!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D
Beautiful piece of poetry and truth. Very well written.