The Lonely Fountain

Lost in my thoughts...

The Lonely Fountain            by Sami Khalil

Sitting on a wooden bench,

absent-minded, sulking at life,

images rose without a will;

heavy-eyelid phoenixes upsurged through amnesia.

 

I spied a lonely fountain, coiffed three-tiered elevator,

bathing in her statuesque beauty, accosting a plethora of

sparkling repartees; wild-haired waters, dropping recycled

dreams, voguish in their times.

 

Smidgen of senses came back to me, shadowing

my quintessence in an orchestration of awakenings,

fronting the dual ties, acting with temerity.

Feeling like a surplussed homeless,

I tossed few coins as she asked me to dance.

 

Reviews

[Patricia Wedel]

A lovely Fantasy with Coins tossed in a Fountain … Perfect for a Summer Day… when you can feel the Spray of Romance. gently, Pat

[Sami Khalil]

Oweee! That can be a great title for a Poem Pat:" A Spray of Romance." Wowzy. You are talented...

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Sami... you could have a spray of Romance under a mountain Spring Waterfall... Bet you are young enough to do that without breaking a Leg ... Thanks for the Confetti... tenderly, Pat

[Sami Khalil]

Hehehe! You are right. Muchly welcome.

[Robert Haigh]

Fountains have their own special appeal, both visually and on the ear. I love the imagery you have invented in this poetic piece: "wild-haired waters, dropping recycled dreams" is very appealing, and "I tossed few coins as she asked me to dance" is delightful! Good one Sami!

[Sami Khalil]

Wowzy! What a wonderful review. Thank you so much Robert Haigh for this graceful visit. See you soon.

[duff]

I love the opening lines because we've all been there. Moping in a desperate funk seeking change. It's the simple things in life that can put us in a trance. The sound of water can make me rest easy. Great work Sami. A pleasure to read.

[Sami Khalil]

Javajavaya! I can't agree more. Wise indeed. It is amazing how the sound of water can be magical as if it is in our DNA from the time of the Garden. Thank you so much Duff for your wise thoughts and not off the cuff. See you soon.

[duff]

You are very welcome Sami.

[Sami Khalil]

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[Carlos Lorenzo Estrada]

There is a peacefulness exhibited in this piece that gives life to a fountain and its song. I was taken by this mesmeric poem which eased a bit of my troubled thoughts. Sometimes we just need to stop in the process of living to feel life itself around us in order to find our catharsis within peace. Thank you my friend for sharing your art with us.

[Sami Khalil]

Wowzy! So true and well said dear poet and friend. You have summed it up marvelously. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and visit. Hope all is well in your world.

[Chris Shaw]

I have never been able to sit and watch a fountain percolate or spring into glorious action without dropping a few coins and making a wish. Fountains are magical, just listen to their music. Wonderful poem which lifts my spirits today. Lovely work Sami and thank you for the images too


Chris

[Sami Khalil]

Whoeeeeee! I totally agree dear poet and friend. They are magical, soothing to the eyes and ears, wishful desires abound, lifting up spirit. I'm so pleased you liked this and that I made you feel a little better. Have a great one. Thank you so much with rich blessings.

[Chris Shaw]

Rich blessings to you too and always a delight to visit you Sami:)

[Sami Khalil]

Same here. You are welcome Chris.