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Heaven Is Crying

Crystals of reflection shatter on earth’s countenance, for Heaven is crying, drenching the misty shroud consecrating her face in sobbing percussion. Liquid satin rolls down withered skin and sensations are set alight in the dance of icy fire. With the tingling aroma of melancholy, all time ceases to exist during hypnotic rhythms consoling a heart without beat. In a trance, I taste Heaven’s decadent sorrow mingling with the salt of my own tears… (Written 25/05/2013)

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Date: 5/26/2013 10:43:00 AM
This is a profoundly moving poem. It makes you wonder if grandparents and parents who have passed on still cry when we hurt, just like they did before
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Date: 5/26/2013 8:13:00 AM
hi Robyn, love the symbolism here and great imagery! nice written---have a good day!, Elai
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