Song/Poem of the Day — Night-light

Summary

"Night-light" is a poem celebrating the beauty and allure of a loved one in the twilight of life, illuminated by the soft glow of a night-light.

Abstract

The poem "Night-light" by Suzanne Mondoux, published on May 27, 2020, is a tender and affectionate tribute to a partner's enduring beauty and charm. It uses the metaphor of a night-light to highlight the subject's radiance and the warmth of their relationship, even as daylight fades. The poem speaks to the intimacy and passion that persist in the later stages of life and love, with the night-light symbolizing the enduring spark and deep connection between the lovers. It paints a picture of a relationship that remains vibrant and full of life, despite the advancing years, and emphasizes the speaker's profound admiration and affection for their partner.

Opinions

The author expresses a deep appreciation for the subject's beauty, which is enhanced by the soft light of the night-light, suggesting a reverence for the aging process and the grace it brings.
The poem conveys a sense of sensuality and intimacy that defies the passage of time, with the night-light awakening a carefree and risqué aspect of the relationship.
There is a celebration of the couple's shared fantasies and the anticipation of a new day together, indicating a continued zest for life and love.
The speaker's fondness and sentimental attachment are illuminated by the night-light, which evokes tender emotions and a sense of rapture in their love.
The poem suggests that the night-light, or the intimate moments it represents, provides a sanctuary from the outside world, allowing the couple to bask in their affection for each other.
The author seems to cherish the quiet moments of reflection that the night-light brings, treasuring the silhouette and the shared dreams it casts, as they wait for the dawn of a new day together.

Night-light

Hmm, Whoa, Hmm, Whoa La, La, La, La, La How lovely you are in the twilight of your life Aglow in the night-light I see you there my lovely Care to dance with me Such a radiant beauty, my lovely

The night-light looks good on you Still risqué in the twilight of our love The night-light awakens you my lovely Carefree in all obscurity

Before dawn spicy senses provokes the night-light In my arms to soon daybreak I’m dreaming of a new day with you my love We live our fantasy Admiration for your afterglow Night-light looks good on you darling

Hmm, Whoa, Hmm, Whoa La, La, La, La, La Ablaze my love for you Tenderness of the night-light illuminates my fondness for you Mon amour keeps me in rapture Night-light evokes my sentiments Lustrous affections praise the rising of the moon

Reverence to nightfall lets me cast a shadow Night-light captures the brilliant mood Moonbeam glitters tracing your silhouette on me Streaks of night-light on me, you my lovely Hmm, Whoa, Hmm, Whoa La, La, La, La, La

How lovely you are in the twilight of your life My lovely, the night-light looks good on you Hmm, my lovely, my night-light

Suzanne Mondoux 27 May 2020