A Queen's Lot

There's parting of a frantic sea, to catch a glimpse, on bended knee They nonchalantly steal a piece of privacy, consuming more, assuming poise, among the noise whenever posed upon her door How must it be, to be the queen? To sit so high upon a throne? With no remorse of deed or thought to slice her thin, and spill her name, upon the royal carpet fame The horses trot, the carriage rides, the palace square, the heir abides How is it there upon the throne, is it lonely at the top? Beneath the crown upon her head, they watch her wave behind the smile. The flashbulbs light the milky way while voices scream among the fray. Does the shouting ever stop? Does the room feel cold from on the throne? Is it lonely at the top? She's guided by an elbow's charm, disarmed, by tabloids, all alone. There is mystery behind the door, the secrets of her universe Is there more to bear than we can see, adored by all, but all alone Is it lonely on the throne?
--------------------------------------------------------------- 5/29/15 For Contest Sponsored by Judy Konos "Long Live The Queen"
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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June 6, 2015 at 11:14 PM
Carrie. Congratulations on your "Sweet LONG LIVE THE QUEEN win." Love **SKAT**
Roper Avatar
June 6, 2015 at 6:40 PM
Congratulations on your wonderful win hugs eve
Allison Avatar
June 6, 2015 at 4:25 PM
It sure looks glamourous to be royalty but I am sure the reality is totally different - she has been an outstanding ambassador to our country - so admired and loved by many:-) congrats on your win:-) Hugs Jan xx
Makama Avatar
June 4, 2015 at 9:48 AM
What a marvelous read from a blessed paged built on lines constructed with the lyrics of the skies and words well supported by dynamic foamy clouds. Message well expressed! No doubt an absolute 7##.
Lindley Avatar
June 2, 2015 at 8:06 PM
Great poem my friend... Tis lonely at the top, crowded at the bottom and often even miserable in between. Solid 7 and enjoyed the read. Good luck in that contest.
La France Avatar
May 29, 2015 at 8:34 PM
Carrie, beautiful and full of compassion, I bet it is very lonely at the top, 7
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