Best Sedoka Poems
pastel June roses
afternoon picnic baskets
hiking a mountain meadow
the wanderlust thirst
as open as the ocean
beneath a fair freckled sky
drunk on sunshine wine
sunburns and blistered noses
sticky glazed humidity
crowds of rowdy kids
traffic congested beaches
August comes, longing for fall
6/22/23
POTD ~ 6/24/23
We lie ‘neath the oak
on a carpet of brown leaves
that lost their amber glory.
With eyes tightly shut,
we envision spring’s return—
hoping our love does the same.
Yellow ribbons furl
on oaks that line our driveway
as we await your return.
Their luster's now pale,
reflecting the challenged hope
of a son you’ve never met.
a rose is a rose
though bent by the spiteful wind
some petals are lost
its fragrance has not lessened
beauty changes but remains
its essence the same
yet overlooked, you pass by
touching another
perfection your objective
you forget time's truthfulness
beauty is fleeting
roses were not meant to last
yet this bleeding rose
pummeled and bent, almost crushed
offers you the sweeter scent
Eileen Manassian
Objects of desire
quenches not thirst of my soul,
that seeks only your embrace.
That that comes and goes
is unreal, oh hermit ~
agape love alone’s real.
Words are bound in chains
the true creative spirit
In the ruins of the lost
pathetic struggle
Where will you stand the last night
His mercy, you overlook
See how great love is
in the spite of our mistakes
Difficult to understand
Father "in heaven"
His love is unwavering
Adam and Eve were tempted
Faith can move mountains
With holy awe, never doubt
Heaven and eternity
Walk the golden stairs,
and believe in God's promise
Love is absolute patience
Anger and hatred
We should love - by heart and soul
Out of love comes the power
The message of death
Love your brother and sister
Earth's children - let's live in peace
03/05/2019
Sun :) - A-L Andresen :)
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Sedoka - 577-577 - Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Lu Loo
2nd place in the contest
So slowly dancing
in Time's chilling solitude
bewildering the shadows
in Love's diary-
desolately She stares as
Hope's unwavering beacon
Moonlight Delight Contest
09/07/2017
Autumn Moon
melon moon rising
akin to the rising sun—
In contrast to lapis sky
enchanting lovers
strolling hand in hand on shore.
Moonlight coruscates on sea.
5-6-19
9-7-2017
Moonlight Delight Contest~6th Place~
Sponsored by: Russell Sivey
Best Sedoka - 577-577 ~First Place~
Contest Judged: 6/10/2019 10:05:00 AM
Sponsored by: Lu Loo
We wrote together
You became a cherished friend
Then there was complete silence
Unfinished poems
Remain on my computer
I miss you so much my friend
Collaboration
We always had so much fun
You are often in my thoughts
I visit our page
Those poems remain forever
Such treasured memories
Oh How I miss you Contest
Sponsored by Cecelia Hopkins-Drewer
08-23-17
10~14~2016 Oh, Yes Please Dare
Trust in love and just let go…
I will show you a view through a rainbow.
Yay! You took a chance and let go of the reins.
You are a rare soul and a treasure to behold.
A human still brave enough to risk others’ disdain.
You made a choice to accompany me, so bold.
For there is no excitement or joy without risk of pain.
You may see sights which support your wildest dreams I’m told.
one who has not failed
not willing to take a risk
may live to a ripe old age
so safe yet mundane
what drags they bore me so
dare to see through a rainbow
Three Style II – Poetry contest
"You are my fair Spring
your love invigorates me
life comes to full bloom in you"~~
I lie here, forlorn
Oh, that I could have known then
you'd be my fiercest winter
Eileen Manassian
I walk among stars,
my vibrant soul resonates
their brilliant symphony.
It tells the story
of us, each reaching out for
the divine in the other.
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Date: 26 / 10 / 2016
Winner of Contest 241 (10 lines max)
Sponsor: Brian Strand
Two Sedoka's on addiction.
I think we all know someone who suffers from addiction, be it alcohol, drugs, pills or gambling.. Sadly too many judge from the action and do not see the reason behind many fall into it.
fighting addiction
chains of control solder hold
held captive to corrupt brain
unhealed trauma screams
judgement offers no respite
soul hopes to escape prison
warfare addiction
mind battles intense craving
brain hellbent to find next fix
without compassion
do not judge - support through love
save a soul that's still alive
Winter’s silent soul
Kisses away the darkness
With trembling flakes, snow feathers
Cardinals whisper
Blessing the breathless prayers
From hearts who feel love’s inklings
Soundless as snowdrifts
On the edge of a shadow
Caressing the mountains, the stars
Imaginations
Lift the spirits with lights,
Dazzling rays of hopeful fires
Burning away nights
Hues of laughter, kindness sighs
Erasing the fears, the tears
Stirring memories
Moments who prick the spirit
Collecting joy, so gentle
Endless reflections
Melancholy bleeding through
Branding love onto the dream
Aching frosts, bitter
In graceful, glacial coolness
Amazing artic natures
Imagine loving,
Through the snow blanketed days
Rising to find what love means
Drifting on the stars
Enchanting hopes, glistening
Stardust winter tones, rustling
Winter subsides, soft,
As the mellow flurries, calm
Bearing the twilight season
March arrives soon, winds,
Blowing away the last gusts,
Inviting the spring’s new birth.
Never let PRESENT
Become the PAST at which you
Look back from the FUTURE and
Perceive with regret
What you should not have let drift
Seize the moment live THE NOW
Footnote:
The Future is a mystery which starts with the magic in the Present.
Please take time to listen to the lyrics in the video clip - which are very expressive of my poem.
Video clip:
Magic - No Regrets/2016