Signature

Posted on July 18, 2019 by

Written for:  Poets United Midweek Motif~Perfume  (posted by Sanaa)
“Your task today is to write a new poem that revolves around the idea of perfume. Feel free to take the subject in whichever direction that suits you i.e romantic, solemn, philosophical, dark etc.”

Perfume is like cocktails without the hangover, like chocolate without the calories, like an affair without tears, like a vacation from which you never have to come back. ~ Marian Bendeth

I soak in jasmine
and orange blossoms,
bursts of bergamot,
and lingering scents
of amber, musk, patchouli.

woman showing her purple lipstick

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My perfume is my signature,
my inner core of sexuality.
Come closer.

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I am a freelance poet, born and bred in Brooklyn, New York. I live with my husband, John, and two charming rescue dogs–Marion Miller and Murphy. We spent eight lovely years in Portland, OR, but are now back in New York. My goal is to create and share poetry with others who write, or simply enjoy reading poetry. I hope to touch a nerve in you, and feel your sparks as well.
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27 Responses to Signature

  1. Sumana Roy says:
    July 18, 2019 at 1:43 am

    A beautifully fragrant poem.

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  2. oldegg says:
    July 18, 2019 at 2:32 am

    That really is tempting!

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  3. Marja says:
    July 18, 2019 at 6:50 am

    Love all the different scents and “My perfume is my signature”

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  4. Rosemary Nissen-Wade says:
    July 18, 2019 at 7:35 am

    I already loved this – and then that wonderful last line totally got me!

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  5. kim881 says:
    July 18, 2019 at 8:25 am

    All my favourite scents in one poem, Sara! Tempting…

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  6. sanaarizvi says:
    July 18, 2019 at 8:41 am

    This is delightfully sensual, Sara! ❤️ I love the scents “bursts of bergamot, and lingering scents
    of amber, musk, patchouli.” Thank you so much for adding your voice to the prompt 😀

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  7. Myrna says:
    July 18, 2019 at 1:33 pm

    Wow. I love the sexuality (beyond the sensuality) in this. So hot!

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  8. Lori says:
    July 18, 2019 at 1:41 pm

    A hint refreshing with an undertone of something sensual. Makes you want to step closer for another sniff.

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  9. Cressida de Nova says:
    July 18, 2019 at 4:48 pm

    Hmmmm…you smell good.

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  11. gillena cox says:
    July 18, 2019 at 8:32 pm

    Your end invitation is alluring. Nice write

    Much❤🕊❤love

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  12. Khaya Ronkainen says:
    July 19, 2019 at 8:06 am

    Your poem is a lovely feminine scent that exudes elegance. I love that quote, too.

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  13. mhmp77 says:
    July 19, 2019 at 11:00 pm

    kaykuala

    My perfume is my signature,
    my inner core of sexuality.
    Come closer.

    Whiffs of a particular aromatic feel will be identified by those close to you even with eyes closed. Yes, perfumes have that effect

    Hank

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  14. magicalmysticalteacher says:
    July 20, 2019 at 12:47 pm

    Who could resist your invitation?!

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