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Silence of the Waves

Mirabelle orb ascends, under clementine and pomegranate skies. Absent, in delight of daylight. Eyes set adrift in dawning daydreams. Calm heart is an oceanic concerto, flowing along sapphire tones. Deep breaths walk upon water, caressed by Poseidon's piano keys. Pulsating palpitations beat eloquent echoes, rousing freely along rhythmical ripples. Searching for symphonic serenity - composition of waves, amicably, pave a path towards destiny. Hope vibrates like Apollos's lyre and lute strings, as winds whistle lost tunes from Athena's flute. Melodies of the silent sea summon torpid tides, as desire merges in harmony with the harbour - passionately embracing barren shores. Aroma of dusk's dew cools in night's velvet sheen, as sinking sun is submerged into the deep blue sea. Sprinkling of pearls appear - their reflection shimmering upon watery midnight blue stillness. In silent clarity of blackness, flowing footfalls of fate purify - awakening mind from its reverie. The Silent One 6 September 2020 Mirabelle - a plum, also known as mirabelle prune or cherry plum, is a cultivar group of plum trees of the genus Prunus. It is believed that the plum was cultivated from a wild fruit grown in Anatolia. Poseidon, in ancient Greek religion, god of the sea (and of water generally), earthquakes, and horses. Apollo has been recognized as a god of archery, music and dance, truth and prophecy, healing and diseases, the Sun and light, poetry, and more. His two musical instruments were the lute and the lyre. Athena was a talented flute player, as she created it, but others ridiculed her when she played due to her cheeks. In disgust, she threw away the flute and said whoever picked it up and played it would be severely punished.

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Date: 12/2/2020 5:26:00 PM
Love this poem, Silent One. You know this is one of my favorite topics :)
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Date: 11/24/2020 9:18:00 PM
My mom likes this poem too. She likes the nature sounds and the allusions to mythology.
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Date: 11/10/2020 11:50:00 AM
Your silent genius speaks of mythical hope carried on a westerly wind, SO. Music of the Spheres move the wavy fears to a safe harbor of joyous tears. Such transcendent thoughts of ancient curiosity. Your source code of knowledge always amazes me. GrEaT poem!!
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Date: 11/10/2020 9:01:00 AM
Very wonderful. The name Mirabelle is the Mother's name I always imagined the boy shouting at the end of the movie Neverending Story. Thank you for this.
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Date: 11/1/2020 4:54:00 PM
I love this one, Silent One. My type of story ;)
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Date: 10/17/2020 3:21:00 PM
Wow! I like how you write about the transitions from sunset colors to midnight blue to black, and I like the part about Poseidon’s piano keys. I never thought of him as a piano player but that is very appealing since I play the piano too. Great job!
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Date: 9/22/2020 9:35:00 AM
Silently beautiful...
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Date: 9/22/2020 7:00:00 AM
A wonderful write SO. You've set a calmly emotive scene with your use of alliteration and imagery.
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Date: 9/20/2020 4:29:00 PM
Superb Greek Mythology info. Love your imagery in this one Silent One...
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Date: 9/11/2020 3:22:00 PM
I love the beach and miss it. A "wonderful" write/poem. Thanks for adding the information after your poem. Very helpful. Enjoy your weekend............
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Date: 9/10/2020 12:53:00 AM
Lovely imagination and imagery, SO:)
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Date: 9/8/2020 11:53:00 PM
Your imagery combined with unforced alliteration appeals to our senses, S-1. Excellent. ~ Regards // paul
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Date: 9/8/2020 5:43:00 PM
lots of beautiful imagery in this one, and I learned a new word with mirabelle!~
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Date: 9/8/2020 10:29:00 AM
Wow, what a fabulous knowledge of Greek mythology you have, Silent One, and I love the way you used it to convey your message. Very beautifully written! A fave for me, my friend. Hugs, Carolyn
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Date: 9/8/2020 8:04:00 AM
''Hope vibrates'' indeed! Beautiful poem Silent. Side note, I like the descriptions after.
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Date: 9/7/2020 7:18:00 AM
Love your references to Greek mythology, a fascinating subect.A well composed verse S. O. Never heard that accompanying track before, such a soothing sound. Father Kolbe I had heard of, gave his life to save a father in a concentration camp. Sending some Turkish sun your way. Tom
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Tom Cunningham
Date: 9/7/2020 9:09:00 AM
I just say where and when , I don't bother arguing lol
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Silent One
Date: 9/7/2020 8:03:00 AM
Oh, Mrs Cunningham then... Turkey is full of mystery and beauty.. A great place to go with so much to see and do.
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Tom Cunningham
Date: 9/7/2020 7:42:00 AM
I dont book these things, I'm just the bag man lol
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Silent One
Date: 9/7/2020 7:22:00 AM
Are you on holiday, again????? I cant wait to retire! Lol. I take it you have not watched the Truman show? The music is from there. I heard the music first, then I wrote the poem, but wanted it to be left to interpretation... Thanks
Date: 9/7/2020 5:30:00 AM
Such a enchanting and beautiful write, dear SO. I love it as I typically love your words. You're such an amazing talent that deserves so much recognition. Love to you and prayers too!
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Silent One
Date: 9/7/2020 7:22:00 AM
Thank you so much, i am not worthy of such praise...
Date: 9/7/2020 3:29:00 AM
Calm heart is an oceanic concerto, if I can achieve this today, I will be one happy girl. Your an awesome poet but then again, you must know it, Love and admiration are yours today Silent friend. Thank you
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Silent One
Date: 9/7/2020 7:24:00 AM
Thank you so much, the music of the waves can affect us in so many different ways...
Date: 9/6/2020 8:06:00 PM
"Eyes set adrift in dawning daydreams, searching for symphonic serenity" Just lingering in this thought. It's beautiful in so many ways. The entire poem curls gently around me. "Silence of the Waves" can be breathtaking. :) Brandy
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Silent One
Date: 9/7/2020 7:25:00 AM
Daydreams help us to go to places we cannot, sometimes they help us to clear our minds... Glad you liked this one, thank you..
Date: 9/6/2020 6:51:00 PM
Fantastic :)
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Silent One
Date: 9/7/2020 7:33:00 AM
Thank you.
Date: 9/6/2020 2:09:00 PM
Very beautiful...I have almost entirely forgotten how to simply look outside of myself, at the wonders of creation, and see a world of dazzling eloquence all around me, beckoning my long missed attention. You know, our noted awareness adds sparkles. Thank you for the splendid awakening.
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Silent One
Date: 9/7/2020 7:34:00 AM
Thank you Joe, I agree and it also helps to write poetry...
Date: 9/6/2020 11:24:00 AM
Silent, I love the opening lines and the imagery of the sea as well as your alliteration. Have a blessed day.
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Silent One
Date: 9/7/2020 7:34:00 AM
Thank you Kim...
Date: 9/6/2020 10:01:00 AM
- An awesome poem, with beautiful music in the background :) - (... just a moment ...) ... I have to read it again ... :) ... thank you very much - hugs // Anne -Lise :)
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Silent One
Date: 9/7/2020 7:35:00 AM
Thank you..
Date: 9/6/2020 8:02:00 AM
I enjoyed you referring to the Greek Gods and Goddess, their mythology is intense.I loved the flow of your poem - 'searching for symphonic serenity, composition of waves amicably, pave a path towards destiny.' An awesome write Silent One - superb poem. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
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Silent One
Date: 9/7/2020 7:36:00 AM
I wanted to highlight different things in the poem and wanted to show the association of how music can carry us just like how waves carry us... I knew about Athena and her flute, so I thought I would add mythical nature to it.. Thank you
Date: 9/6/2020 7:59:00 AM
Your pleasurable poem demands to be read aloud. Beauty is brimming deliciously from each line. Sensual in entirety, always carefully phrased captivation trademarks your work.
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Silent One
Date: 9/7/2020 7:36:00 AM
Thank you so much Sigrid...
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