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Popped in again here at the Soup
I'd spent too long out of the loop
I skimmed the blogs to find the scoop
of what's been dished among this troupe

Checked in to see a friend or two
Read lovely rhymes, on list of "new"
My own muse, dead! not much to do 
In need of welcome of the crew

When words won't come, and heart is weak
and days are colored grey and bleak
when silence triumphs need to speak
You long for just a little peek

To read a poem, colored fair
and see the souls who dare to bare
their joys and sorrows without care
I long to tell them, "I'll be there."

I long to write and share my soul
this urge, at times above control
to be immersed and not to scroll
though lines of yours than can console

And so I stop my work to write
My uncle passed away last night
this sadness suffocates the light
Yet, life goes on with speed and might

A word, a thought, a single line
that all is well, a little sign
Poetic rest at friendship's shrine
I'll carry on; all will be fine.

Eileen Manassian
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020


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Date: 12/28/2023 12:30:00 PM
Resonates. Returning is a commitment. To one's Poetic Self. To those who resonate with each other. Yet there are times when, even if the shoe fits, we want to go barefoot. It's the same with art. I just can't, don't want to, won't give poetry up. (((Warm Hug))) Aqua M
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Date: 5/18/2020 3:18:00 PM
hey eileen! just dropping by to wish you a very happy birthday! (richard was spreading the word.) i'm glad i got the chance to read this poem, although i'm sorry to hear about the loss of your uncle. ~ hope you're having a wonderful day, despite all that's going on. (i had a birthday during this also, but heard from many people so it was a good day after all...)
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Date: 4/19/2020 6:35:00 PM
G'day Eileen … another fine verse that I came across. The rhyme; the flow; the content, makes such interesting reading - thanks Eileen - Lindsay
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Date: 3/16/2020 11:27:00 AM
A lovely piece of penning Eileen, nice rhyme along the way. Sorry for your loss, trust you'll know divine peace at this time. Good you're back on soup, Blessings always,Gordon
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Date: 3/8/2020 7:32:00 PM
Hi Eileen - I have not read your poetry before, but I really enjoy the cadence of this - I too read the poems here for inspiration - thanks for posting this!
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Date: 3/7/2020 8:22:00 PM
Your poetic and intimate pondering touches my heart deeply, Eileen. Please accept my condolences for your uncle's passing. I hope writing this exquisite, expressive poem has helped to ease your feelings of loss. You bare your soul beautifully, dear poetess. Welcome back and warmest wishes to you and your family.. ~Susan
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Date: 3/6/2020 7:10:00 PM
I'm so sorry for your loss, prayers with your beloved family and you too my friend. Hugs Eve
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Date: 3/6/2020 11:48:00 AM
Your words came out beautifully , welcome back to the soup. My deepest sympathies on the passing of your uncle. Big hugs
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 3/6/2020 3:15:00 PM
Thanks, dear. Yes. It was sad. His health was suffering of late. He is at rest now. I haven't been here much of late. I've had some things I'm dealing with. I appreciate the visit. :)
Date: 3/5/2020 4:22:00 PM
Sorry for your loss. It’s good that you are back. Hugs Rick.
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Date: 3/6/2020 3:17:00 PM
Thanks, Richard. Good to come back now and again. Hugs
Date: 2/21/2020 11:00:00 AM
Eileen, I was hopping through my list of favorite poets and found this little gem you posted earlier this month. Condolences on your loss, and sorry to hear that the writes have been few and far between. I hope this one helped in the process of grieving and moving forward. You have been missed, and all of us at Soup wish you all the best ~ John
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 3/6/2020 3:17:00 PM
John...your post has filled me with encouragement. Thank you. I don't seem to have the time or the talent that's required to be here anymore. Still...I will try harder. Blessings.
Date: 2/3/2020 3:12:00 PM
Hi Eileen, it's lovely to see you back. You've been missed, though I know you've been busy with work and travelling. I'm sorry about your loss :( Take care. Hugs // paul
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 2/5/2020 11:54:00 PM
Thanks for your sympathy, dear. It's hard to lose a loved one...even one whom you haven't spent too much time with. Yes, I'm just now trying to get caught up with everything. I have missed you too.
Date: 2/3/2020 1:27:00 PM
Hello Eileen Manassian, I am sorry for your loss. You will feel him in your heart for he will always be there. Other then that this is a terrific poem.Have a nicw day my friend.
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 2/5/2020 11:48:00 PM
Thanks for your comforting words, Darlene. Yes, we carry our loved ones safely in our hearts. I appreciate the visit.
Date: 2/3/2020 10:50:00 AM
I am sorry for your loss Eileen. Nice to see something from you, again. I too have a "wandering muse" It is pleasant when he stops by. trouble is he stops by so rarely these days.
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 2/5/2020 11:47:00 PM
I know the feeling, Daniel. Writing used to be my joy in life. It seems to be that there is precious little time for that pleasure these days. Thank you for your visit. My uncle is often on my mind. I think of all the experiences and stories that are lost to me. :( Life is challenging.
Date: 2/3/2020 8:06:00 AM
Oh my. Sorry for your loss. Lump in the throat poem. Warm hugs dear poetess. xomo <3
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 2/3/2020 8:38:00 AM
Thank you for your sympathy, dear. Life is so transitory. We need to hold on to it while it lasts. Sending hugs.
Date: 2/3/2020 6:46:00 AM
So sorry to hear about your Uncle! Glad you’ve popped in. Stay awhile, be comforted, here’s a cup of tea and a biscuit. Hugs from us at PS, our friend!
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 2/3/2020 8:36:00 AM
Thank you for the visit, dear. It does sooth. I'm still working through it all. Wish I knew him better. He lived in England.
Date: 2/3/2020 4:24:00 AM
Sorry to hear about your uncle, i hope writing today, helped a little.. Its always nice to see you post... I enjoyed the flow of this poem.. you rhyme very well...
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 2/3/2020 8:33:00 AM
Thank you, SO. It helped...a little. I wish I'd seen him more recently. :( may God comfort his family. I appreciate your kind words.
Date: 2/3/2020 4:19:00 AM
Lovely to see you Eileen, I hope you are keeping well. Are you still working away?. I'm sorry to hear about your uncles passing, but as you say we have to carry on. Take care, oh there's nothing wrong with your muse Best wishes Tom.
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 2/3/2020 8:30:00 AM
Thank you, Tom. I heard the news yesterday. Uncle Yervant was a lovely man. I saw him a few years ago when I visited England. He's my 4th uncle to pass, and he was younger than my father. :( Writing helps. Blessings
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