My Compass

My eyes drift to paradise where angels dwell
Bashfully soft notes of a flute wafting gently over
Ocean’s waves playing hypnotizing heart tunes
Rhythmic sounds changing as the small chasm
Of my instrument seals with sea’s thick salt
Lids closing blind my nose now my compass
Smells of sweat and sandalwood intoxicating
Warm touches both soothing and arousing
Gardenia and lavender mixes with keen senses
Traveling through me invisible beams of sunlight
Rainbows of color explode, and exhaustion befalls

Poem by Joni Caggiano 4/2/20

 

Photo by Joni

25 Comments Add yours

  1. Sidharth says:

    A wonderful manifestation of emotions. Well done! 👌👏

    1. jonicaggiano says:

      Thank you my kind friend. I am so pleased you liked it. Hope you are remaining safe and healthy. With love,
      Joni 💕❤️🙏💕

  2. Rhen Laird says:

    I got caught up in this, Joni–enjoying the fragrances you describe, Beautiful! Love and blessings <3

    1. jonicaggiano says:

      You too my sister. Thank you for your kind words my friend. Please be careful Rhen. Hugs Joni

      1. Rhen Laird says:

        You’re most welcome always 🙂 <3

  3. Anonymous says:

    What a delightful poem, love the pair of tootsies in the photo!

    1. jonicaggiano says:

      Thank you so much for reading and so happy you liked it. That is me taking a pic of our feet on a swing. Be blessed, healthy and safe. Love 💕 Joni

  4. This is such a gorgeous poem Joni. You words are silk. You enchant the senses and create stunning imagery.
    “Gardenia and lavender mixes with keen senses
    Traveling through me invisible beams of sunlight”
    I picked two lines but every line is beauty and blessings.
    Your talent is amazing.
    Sorry for being late here honeybun.
    May you have a blessed weekend filled with love.
    xoxoxoxo
    G.

    1. jonicaggiano says:

      Oh thank you so much beautiful Button. You are always so kind with your sweet words. I am so glad you like it. I have been working on four pieces to submit so I have been busy. I have completed working with my daughter. It was a blessing. I hope that you are still well and you must be excited about your new book. I am going to pre-register as orders for delivery are slowed significantly. Stay well Button and thanks again for your kind comment. Love 💕 Joni 🌺🌸💖

      1. My pleasure Joni. I am so GLAD you are working on four pieces to submit. That is wonderful news.
        “I have completed working with my daughter. It was a blessing.” Oh, and this is so sweet. It touches my heart.
        “I am going to pre-register as orders for delivery are slowed significantly. ” Thank you so much honeybun. It means a lot to me.
        Sending you love and hugs.
        May you have a blessed evening.
        G.

      2. jonicaggiano says:

        Thank you Beautiful Button. I appreciate your encouragement. It has meant so much to me. Yes it was a blessing working with my daughter. Thank you so much. It is taking us about twice as long to get orders delivered. My husband and I are buying your book as a gift for both of us. It is a joy to find a poet you both really enjoy. You stay safe and healthy and have a wonderful week my friend. Love Joni 💕❤️🌸🌺

      3. My pleasure sweetheart.
        “My husband and I are buying your book as a gift for both of us.” You are really touching my heart Joni. You are such a beautiful soul. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
        Love and hugs to you honeybun.
        xoxoxoxo

      4. jonicaggiano says:

        🌸🌺😘

      5. 🤗❤️💕🌸🙏

  5. Ava Tripathy says:

    Beautiful words ma’m

    1. jonicaggiano says:

      Thank you Ava I am so glad that you liked it. I hope you have a blessed, safe and healthy day. Love 💕 Joni

      1. Ava Tripathy says:

        My pleasure 😊

  6. So beautiful Joni…I am enchanted by your words, “Traveling through me invisible beams of sunlight” I can feel that sunlight warming my city, my neighbourhood, my street, comforting and reminding me that the universe is ancient and these times are short…You are a wonderful inspiration as a human being and a most incredible writer. Love and wishes for good health and well being to you and your husband from us here in Iberia,
    Francisco

    1. jonicaggiano says:

      How kind your words are my dear friend. Thank you so much and I am happy you liked it. It is nice to hear from you. Love and wishes to you and yours as well. Also wishing you good health. Please be very careful in Iberia. Love 💕 Joni

      1. You are very welcome, my dear Joni. it is my pleasure and delight…we are fine, staying home, no choice…but it is not a big sacrifice at all…all the best to you and your husband and stay home, we can get rid of this virus that way. All the best, love and hope from Spain

      2. jonicaggiano says:

        💕❤️😘

  7. Sidharth says:

    Delightful to say the least! I’ve nominated you for Liebster Award. Please do check it out > https://writingrhymes.wordpress.com/2020/04/08/liebster-award-2/

    I hope you participate in it.

    1. jonicaggiano says:

      First congratulations my dear friend. You are very deserving of this award and recognition. Thank you for your thoughtful and kind nomination. You are an absolute sweetheart. I will take a stab at participating as you were kind enough to nominate me. It may take a few days. I loved your answers to your questions and it is so nice to get to know people better who you relate too as well as enjoy their work. Sometimes tears are ok. I loved your honest and beautiful tribute to your father. Love and hugs my dear friend. Joni ❤️💕😘

      1. Sidharth says:

        Thank you ever so much! 🙂💛

      2. jonicaggiano says:

        Well you are deserving. I am blessed by your friendship. Love to you always dear friend. 💕❤️💖🌸

Leave a Reply