Distant Echoes

Inspired by the Painting " Village Shadows" By Charles Dickinson

Shadows painting silhouettes

of bygone days, earth edged in

shadings of a tequila sunset

my thoughts hanging 

in the balance

 dusted memories now focus

roses and romance usher

in a murmuring breeze

nestled by moonlight,

music and margaritas,

at the hacienda. and I,

raptured by his spanish song

the village is quiet tonight

plants in pottery standing sentry

by doorways, showcasing

 splashes of garnet geranium

and crimson curled flowers

flavoring the air with

an ambiance of sweet bouquet

down the dusty road

cathedral bells softly chiming

and in the distance

I can still savor the sweet

echoes of him playing guitar

           

Reviews

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Fran.. you have captured the Highlights of my Life. Garnet Roses .. the stone of my Mothers Birth in January. Her Spirit lives on in every Flower’s song. gently, Pat

[Fran Marie]

Thanks dear Pat.for reviewing
my son s birthstone is also
Garnet ~such a beautiful gem🌹

[Davidgeo]

Men and women want very similar things from each other... there's just too much fore play and cultural absurdity in between now.

[Davidgeo]

.... wanna make out later?

[Robert Haigh]

Some poetic imagery in this piece, Fran, and the mood is conveyed with a good choice of words. Nicely penned!

[Fran Marie]

Thanks Robert
much appreciated🌷

[Ranger Kessel]

You paint a wonderful picture with your words.

[Fran Marie]

Thanks Roger
much appreciated...

[Ranger Kessel]

You're welcome

[Richard Knox]

Beautiful imagery here paints a powerful picture of place and emotion! Wonderful!

[Fran Marie]

Thanks Richard. for
the kind review..i so appreciate

[Betty Hermelee]

"Dusted memories now focus".... on memories of a time when a lover played Spanish music on his guitar; the beauty of dusk when shadows dance on patios; creating a darker rust color; by day the streets are filled with hawkers, commuters, shoppers; by dusk and by eve, the streets have a slow hum to them... the air with an ambiance of sweet bouquet".... "bells softly chiming"... fantastic imagery along with scents of the neighborhood... Feel as if I am there.... loved this (been to Oaxaca many winters)
Best, B

[Fran Marie]

Thanks Betty for
your kind words & in-depth
review..i so appreciate💜

[Betty Hermelee]

you're very welcome Fran!

[Temperance]

The imagery you presented through your words easily puts the reader right there in the scene. I can feel the soft breeze, smell the scent of the flowers and hear the music. Very nicely done, Fran! Thank you for sharing! Temp

[Fran Marie]

Thank you so much
I appreciate your kind words

[Carlos Lorenzo Estrada]

I so enjoy the images you paint in your words. They definitely catapult the reader into the world you have created in your poetry. Growing up I remember my creative writing teacher in high school reminding everyone constantly to write piece that are evocative to the senses. It is there you build a relationship with the reader. In finding that place of relevance in their heart. Excellent work Fran.

[Fran Marie]

Thank you Carlos
so very much appreciate
your kind review