NaPoWriMo 2012 – 30 Poems in 30 Days – Day 11
I am following the NaPoWriMo poetry prompt today and it calls for writing a poem highlighting the five senses. I bring you:
A Tumbleweed Rolling
It bears down hard, but the weight of it rivals that of a dandelion wisp
White, light, airy, filled with seeds of life
Blowing onto and into many lives
It’s like a tumbleweed rolling
Enchanting the vision of all who see
When unencumbered by complications, it sings rare melodies
Striking a chord, causing a contented soul hum
It makes the heart pump with passion
And fingers tremble at the slightest touch
Those who encounter this enigmatic wanderer are entranced
Taken over, scent-bombed and captured
Trapped in a fragrant cage
Pumpkin spice and vanilla surrounds the senses
The center of the chained doth salivate
Days on end they dive into the cookery
Tasting the sweetness, decadence and deliciousness
Of love
For more sweet and savory servings of poetry this month, please visit these bloggers as they are also participating in NaPoWriMo!
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Not only Five senses it stimulates the sixth one too!Good read!
This is wonderful. SENSE-ible.
yes, tameka! you delighted all of my senses. but what i’m most grateful for is your piece made me slow down and experience. thank you for a pleasant pause in my day. 🙂
Wow! Nothing like it when that sixth sense gets jump started! Thanks Arvind! 🙂
Nice play on words Janaki! Thank you! 🙂
I’m just trying to be like you Mo! You and Nichole are kicking butt with your poetry this month! Thanks for the visit! 🙂
I love the dichotomy of your first line…coming on strong riding the force of a heavy wind…yet landing gently like a whisper upon the wind…beautiful opener…leading you in to the tale of a Tumbleweed and how it assails all the senses…then leaving us in awe…beautiful way for me to start my day…Always…
Hi, Tameka! ~
Interesting task. You succeeded in stirring each and all of my senses — thank you!
XOXO
Raven I have truly missed your presence here. Thanks so much girl! I am in awe of your praise.
Hey Linda! I am honored to know that I could do that. Thanks mamita! 🙂
Amazing, mesmerizing imagery, Tameka! A delicious poem!
Blessings to you!
Hello Tameka,
Love has just become my favorite dish…then again, it always was (lol). Nice one & love the image you chose!
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Tameka, your words made me stop and be appreciative of something we all take for granted at times…love ♥
“It sings rare melodies” – lovely!
Yes, I have to agree with Andy that you tackled the senses but also went into another dimension. Very unique imagery for a common topic. Refreshing!
Wow I loved this! So glad I stopped by.
Wonderful poetry from your heart Tam!
Love
Mani
Thanks Martha! Many blessings to you! 🙂
Yes, Andy, I can see love being your favorite dish. Thanks so much! I really liked the image too. I added my own embellishments though. I edited it a bit. Glad you liked it. 🙂
So true Mary, love is our greatest resource, but we sometimes do forget. There is never any shame in love or truly caring for someone. As long as it’s not obsessive. 😉
Thank you Deborah! So nice to have you visit. I pray everything is going well with your book readings. Looking forward to your next. Best wishes. 🙂
Sweepy! I’m really challenging myself. Thanks so much girl. 🙂
Thanks so much Jessica, I have to give your site a visit later today. Be blessed.
It certainly was Mani. Thanks so much for always being so supportive. Have a great day!
This is such a great poem! Such intricate, sensual meaning. 🙂