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Memories of the Dance

I couldn’t believe the truth We were dancing...you and I The world stood by and watched But they couldn't hear me sigh My heart was so elated It seemed a dream come true I was there in your arms I was there dancing with you Our rhythm, simply perfect Our bodies just seemed to flow All the dancers stopped and stared They were basking in our glow You arms made me start to twirl When it finished, you were gone You left me on the dance floor And all my dreams came undone The lights and music played on As I stood there all alone I couldn't leave the dance floor My feet had turned to stone I heard the jeers and whispers As I stood there in my shame You had held me to your heart Had it all just been a game? You had asked me to the floor You enticed me with your charm How was I to ever know... That my heart would come to harm I rushed out of the dance hall My mind in a numbing trance It’s been a long while and yet I still cannot bear to dance. Eileen Manassian Ghali

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Richard Lamoureux

Date: 8/31/2013 7:24:00 AM

I feel this one. Well expressed.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/31/2013 7:49:00 AM

I'm glad you could put yourself in the shoes of the narrator of the poem, Richard....You get to see things through her eyes. Thanks for the compliment.

Jack Ellison

Date: 8/31/2013 6:41:00 AM

Awesome as always my dear sweet Eileen! You are one of a kind! I am so fortunate to call you my friend! I am blessed! Love ya, my lady... Jack xox

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/31/2013 7:50:00 AM

Thank God there are no too many other half crazy women running around, Jack. Yes, I'm one of a kind! ;) Thanks for the visit, I feel the same towards you. God bless....Love ya, Jack!

Richard D Seal

Date: 8/30/2013 7:23:00 PM

Life plays some awful tricks on us sometimes my little Desert Orchid, best thing is to dance on. wonderfully written lines. Take care, Richard

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/31/2013 7:55:00 AM

Thanks, Richard. Yes, life dos do that! I will try to take your wonderful advicel Desert Orchid thanks you! :)

Mustapha Mohammed

Date: 8/30/2013 4:51:00 PM

Your flow is impeccable. Couple that with a wonderful write= a fav. Dear Eileen keep up the fine work.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/31/2013 9:30:00 AM

MUSTAPHA....thank you for your encouraging words...They are a great source of inspiration...

Shadow Hamilton

Date: 8/30/2013 3:48:00 PM

this is incredibly sad but as Kim says such a lovely flow Eileen Kudos excellent Shadow x smile

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/31/2013 9:31:00 AM

Thanks ever so much, Shadow...Your visit is appreciated! :)

Kim Merryman

Date: 8/30/2013 1:19:00 PM

Wonderful rhyme and flow, but so sad! A wonderful write! Love, Kim

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/31/2013 9:32:00 AM

Yes.....there is a great deal of sadness in life...Some experiences just can't be forgotten...but we find the grace to move on! Thanks for your concern, Kim....

Poet Tacito

Date: 8/30/2013 12:14:00 PM

Absolutely awesome, yet some deep emotions toiled in between the lines. Strong effects in this writing.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/31/2013 9:33:00 AM

Thank you, Drake...Yes, the emotions were very deep...the aftereffects still linger....But I've found healing...Thank you!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/30/2013 10:03:00 AM

I love poems with dance as a metaphor for life or love. WEll done, Eileen. How are you this fine day?

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/30/2013 10:04:00 AM

I'm well, my dear Andrea...and how are you? ;) HUGS