Spark Quarto Poem by Deanna Samuels

A SPARK IGNITES WITHIN

1st December 2016

From a word passed on, contact made, a meeting set, the time had come
Nods of recognition, introductions to each other, a friendly handshake
Two cups of coffee ordered, sipping those, talking lightly, unfolding a little
A furtive look, not to intrude, both keeping comfortable in their space
But suddenly, for her, from a moment's glance, time for an instant stood still
An unfamiliar emotion of so long ago, a spark, a spark ignites within
It was not expected, she, almost taken aback, what was that strange feeling
In unknown territory now, kept conversation going, children, grandchildren
But there was that look again, excitement stirs once more
How could this almost stranger so quickly take her heart
This guy who sits before her, an academic, highly respected in his field
Where is their commonality that they can find to share
Lifestyle, hobbies, activities told and yes, they find a major suit
He, a noted song and music creator, she, a writer of much poetry
He sang to her his latest score of sad demise of Leonard Cohen
Dining-out of similar choice, respect for their religious faith
And as they spoke, found many same interests along the way
That look, that glance again, her heart stood still once more
He seemed content, happy and relaxed to be with her
In that busy coffee place, with almost every table filled
She was oblivious to all around and felt they were the only two
There was music in the air, but no sound was ever heard
A spark, a spark so deep within her had been ignited
Will it grow and glow and turn to fire or, in time, simply burn to ember


THE SPARK BEGINS TO BURN
12th December 2016

Two weeks have passed
Further dates made since couple first met
Each time their feelings grew stronger, greater
Similar thoughts between the two were clearly there
A natural bond was felt with unknown power
Deeper thoughts were found profound
Trivia became an interesting match of wits
Visits to the other's home arranged
Talking points on family, arts and craft
Each drawn to the other as a magnet
It was quite apparent to them both
The spark that had been ignited within her
Had too, been ignited within him
The sparks between them now freely burn


THE SPARK NOW A BURNING FIRE
26th December 2016

Two more weeks have passed, the feelings have grown
That first flush of bliss following
Each declaring their growing love for the other
The spark, that ignited spark, has glowed into a burning fire
A fire of desire, a fire of desire with growing deeper love
Each sharing their inner feelings to one another
The bond tightens, uniting as each hour passes
The fire continues its burning path
Is this the path of love that will last and last
Will this late love of fire continue its burning flame
Only to be extinguished with slow passage of time
Or is the flame being fed by steady warmth and growth
Reaching higher and higher as the two become ever closer


THE SPARK BECOMES A FLAME OF FIRE
31st December 2016

A further week goes by
The spark has ignited into a love of flaming fire
A love so deep within, has reached into an unfathomable abyss
Each wanting, needing the other to fulfil a height of ecstasy
Not known to them before the two became entwined
It became quite clear that they had become united
So close were they together in mind, body and soul
So late in life, each had found their long lost soulmate
Where will this journey go
What lies ahead, what does the future hold
Let time unfold and take its course
Uncovering more discoveries of the other
Allowing the two lovers to enjoy their new found paradise
To know without reserve their love will remain a flame of fire