Madagascan Girls

Neville

Madagascan Girls

 

No, they are not crazy,

they’re just

the local Madagascan

party, beach

and market girls

who coincidentally all

dance like that ..

Take note how they also

paint their

pretty faces both white

and yellow

with matt buttercups

and daisies

from all of the naturally

occurring

coloured clays to keep

the harshest

of the sun rays at bay ..

Although,

much more importantly,

to help maintain

their unique anonymity ..

 

  • Author: Neville (Offline Offline)
  • Published: August 2nd, 2025 03:38
  • Comment from author about the poem: from Looking Back on Burned Bridges .. Now available via Amazon almost anywhere on earth ..
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  • Users favorite of this poem: Cheeky Missy, Poetic Licence, Friendship
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  • Cheeky Missy

    Why this seems inextricably to cull to mind the liquor of the same designation I'll prolly never know, but the suggestion paired with such details lends a vision of such passionate beauty tis enough to make one faint. Gorgeously rendered with nigh exquisite imagery and a delicious poignancy. Thank you for sharing.

    • Neville



      Go on, make me blush why don'tcha ..

    • sorenbarrett

      A picture painted in words, vivid and bright bringing another exotic culture with the feel of the sun's warmth to a distant land that is now cold. Loved the rhyming wordplay in this one Neville

      • Neville



        Many thanks indeed kind sir .. Neville

        • sorenbarrett

          My pleasure

        • Poetic Licence

          A wonderful image painted of a exotic beautiful culture and relaxed ways, in harmony and at peace with nature, enjoyed the read

          • Neville



            You got it spot on PL .. Cheers, I'll take that .. Neville

            • Poetic Licence

              You are very welcome,

            • Jerry Reynolds

              Good write, Neville, I have missed you and these verses.

              • Neville



                Make my day why don'tcha Jez .. believe me, I've missed being here .. I just can't seem to get here as often as I used to .. Hope all is good your end tho' .. Neville

              • Friendship

                Your poem "Madagascan Girls" is a vibrant celebration of the unique cultural practices of Madagascan girls, showcasing their traditional forms of expression through dance and adornment. The poet includes their identity, the use of natural materials for body decoration, and the significance of anonymity in their culture. The poem highlights both the beauty of their customs and the misconceptions that outsiders may have about them, inspiring a deeper appreciation and understanding of their way of life.

                • Neville



                  You got it my friend .. bless you & truly tooly .. Neville

                  • Friendship

                    You're very welcome, my friend,

                  • orchidee

                    KP's not from Madagascar. She's from Botox Country, wherever that is! lol.

                    • Neville



                      Tell her to keep that stiff upper lip .. its such an endearing English thing nowadays .. Neville

                      • orchidee

                        That stiff trout lip. lol.

                      • Goldfinch60

                        We are all unique Neville, fine words.

                        Andy

                        • Neville



                          How true. Thanks GF60 .. Neville

                        • rebellion_in_sanity

                          Again, you with a brush- another picture emerges. In beauty, perhaps with touch of nostalgia. Beautiful work 👏

                          • Neville



                            Bless you my friend .. Neville



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