She sat at their favorite picnic table
The lake shimmering below
The sun edging close to the horizon
A beautiful evening in late May
Table cloth spread, two glasses
Her best china dessert plates
A bottle of wine uncorked and breathing
Waiting for just the right moment to pour
It was Firefly date night in the park
And their anniversary
How many years had they done this?
She saw him at the waters edge skipping stones
He always did this, such a little boy
He turned and waved, a big smile on his face
The face she loved
More than any other in the whole world
They would sit together in companionable silence
Eating pastries and sipping wine
It was getting darker
The evening chorus of insects was just beginning
Now it was time to hold hands and walk
Along the tall grass path
That cut through the surrounding trees
There they would find thousands of fireflies
Flashing like Christmas tree lights
Their very own Midsummer Nights Dream
Progress would be slow as they drank in this beauty
Every last drop, and so it went
Until at last she gathered up the remnants
Of their picnic, placing them in the basket
The drive home was quiet
She pondered the magic of the night
And how it brought such peace
They would always make love on this night
So the basket would wait until tomorrow
As she climbed the stairs
Sweet memories circled in her head
Standing next to the bed they shared
She pulled back the covers
And turned out the light
He would be there
As he was every night
When she closed her eyes
“Sleep well my love, wherever you are”
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Bella Shepard (Pseudonym) (
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Most beautiful with stunning images and a wonderful lead in to the closing line that holds the aroma of the wine and a marvelous night of memories and dreams.
Thank you dear friend, your lovely comment is greatly appreciated. You've added something very special with the words "holds the aroma of the wine", it fits perfectly.
Love it
Thank you so much for reading, and for your comment, truly appreciated.
You're welcome
The richness of this as an experience, the final disclosure - it leaves me wordless, Bella. Anything else I try to put here would seem trite or pedestrian by comparison. It drew me in completely.
My dearest Dave, words escape me, your comment is so very sweet and endearing. Thank you!
This brings thoughts of someone very special to me and many fantasies over many years. 🌹
I'm so glad you could relate, those memories are never forgotten. Thank you for this lovely comment.
Thank you for the rear view mirror look. 🌹
And thank you for reading and relating, so very kind.
this proved to be a compelling poem throughout Bella .. quite beautiful & sincerely captivating .. and the summative line sent shivers up and down this old fella's spine so it did and truly .. Neville
Dearest Nev, your comment truly warms my heart, and makes me smile. I thank you from the bottom of my heart. Had I thought it might give you the shivers, I'd have included a caution "please read while wearing a coat". lol
Good write B.
Thank you Orchi, for reading and commenting.
Wonderful words Bella, such love will always be there and that last line is so meaningful.
Andy
Thank you Andy, you know that kind of love my friend.
My dearest Bella, I literally had goosebumps in the end, what a perfect evening right up until the twist, solemnly beautiful if I may say so, soulmates of a very special kind indeed and into infinity.. your imagery led me on as I could see every bit, I have had many emotions reading this it's absolutely beautiful in every way. 🌹
Dearest Teddy, your words fill me to the brim, I can't thank you enough. Take care my wonderful poetic friend.
Wonderful, Bella. Such a moving piece.
I appreciate your kind words my friend, thank you for reading!
Lovely writing especially like the mention of Christmas lights and midnight dreams )
Thank you so much, your comment is truly appreciated my friend.
There is a lovely ambience to this poem and the ending wasn’t what I was expecting. Dear Bella, a beautiful write, laden with fine imagery. Much enjoyed:)
Thank you to one whose work I admire greatly for its beautiful ambience. Your kind words are appreciated.
Never experienced such a beautiful time with somebody, your words are so touching!
Thank you so much my friend, special times with special people live forever. Your fav is greatly appreciated. Take good care!
A gorgeous scene that you have written here Bella, and the title alone has a magnetism that is irresistible.
Wonderfully worded with bags of alluring imagery, well worth a favouriting.
Bravo, and I hope that all is well.
You are so kind my dear friend, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. I hope all is well with you!
You are very welcome, and I am doing OK thanks.
perfect in every way,
and beautifully written Bella.
Thank you my friend, your kind words are so deeply appreciated, as well as the fav!
Beautiful. Powerful imagery.
You are so kind my dear friend, your words mean a great deal to me. Thank you!
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