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Ballad of Mistress Moon

The sun has deigned to smile on me And make me his mistress moon He fills with fire and burns in me With heat of the sultry noon I’m ravished by his solar flares That make my face to glow All night there is a radiance In silver streams that flow On velvet sheets of midnight black I reign, mistress supreme The stars all look with wonder on Entranced by each moon beam The love he made remains in me And pulsates forming tides The sea and oceans can't be still From love that in me bides The waves, they swell and do my will The mistress of the night Reflecting love from lover Sun Until he rules in light The sun, he comes to smile at me His lover, mistress moon He raptures me in his embrace My splendor will shine soon Eileen Manassian

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Richard Lamoureux

Date: 1/6/2015 10:35:00 AM

I see this was a poem of the day. Excellent choice!

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 10/3/2014 9:48:00 AM

I enjoyed this gem once again. Your pen evokes powerful images.

Kabuteng P.Ink K.

Date: 9/27/2014 10:26:00 AM

sorry have to sleep now, been awake since 4am, it's 1130pm now-- and have to be on watch for my dad-- he hasn't been feeling well, so will catch some shut eye... will get back to you soon I hope. Again thank you for reading my writes, even if they are old posts. Sending hugs to you. <3

Kabuteng P.Ink K.

Date: 9/27/2014 10:24:00 AM

I had to smile as I read this beauty, Eileen-- I couldn't help but think of one of my own poems, that touched on sun's point of view--and can't help but think that this could be from the moon's point of view, a complement of sorts-- ahh, the love story of sun and moon-- has always entranced me, I do sometimes interchange them, but most of the time, my moon is the feminine one. Loved reading this, Eileen. I will try to catch up on your other poems soon, and respond to what you said in mine

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 8/24/2014 3:54:00 AM

Moon: The glory of the night that reigns supreme and makes all stars faint! That's what you are my dear Eileen! Wonderful and mystic writing that was so rightfully crowned as the poem of the day! Congratulations!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/24/2014 5:21:00 AM

:) You bring me joy with your visit, Demetri mou. You are kind and sweet to me, and my heart sings at your visit. Blessings.

Brenda Meier-Hans

Date: 8/23/2014 10:10:00 PM

I really enjoyed your poem Eileen. Very nicely done.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/24/2014 5:20:00 AM

Thanks, Brenda. I appreciate the visit. Welcome to PS. Hope you enjoy your time here.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 8/23/2014 4:10:00 PM

- Congratulations on your poem of the day, dear friend Eileen !!! - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Robert Gruhn

Date: 8/23/2014 1:40:00 PM

Wow, my dear Poetess Eileen, this piece invokes very strong images of hot passion and love, awesome, I just wonder why my poem "Fiery Red Flaming Poem" is rejected by the prudish judges here in the Soup! Actually, I do know why, it's the clique! ;))) Best personal regards, Robert

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/23/2014 3:10:00 PM

Robert, thank you for your visit here. I so appreciate the fact that you took the time to read and comment. Unlike the contests, Poem of the Day is based on views, from what I understand. I hope your poem gets featured soon!

Robert Lindley

Date: 8/23/2014 9:09:00 AM

"Moon cast me into thy light this the loving night, Starlight disturb not moon's glow spirit from earth to heaven will go." Your great poem so inspires my friend! I woke up to sunshine and moonlight this morn! Congrats on your POD!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/23/2014 9:12:00 AM

Robert... :) There is hardly a greater joy than being a source of inspiration for others....Loved what you wrote! I love to shine when I can. :) Bless you.

Maurice Yvonne

Date: 8/23/2014 9:06:00 AM

jaw dropping. excellent.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/23/2014 9:09:00 AM

Thank you! :) I'm glad you like it. I love the moon so much. I've written several pieces on her...and the SUN? Well, I adore him. Glad you liked this write.

Jan Allison

Date: 8/23/2014 7:19:00 AM

I cant add anything to what others have already said - this is simply stunning Eileen congrats on poem of the day:-) Hugs jan xxx

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/23/2014 9:08:00 AM

Stunning...so sweet of you, Jan. Bless you. I am pleased. Thanks for sharing this with me. Hugs.

Tim Smith

Date: 8/23/2014 5:26:00 AM

Okay..I just woke up to this gem... Congrats on poem of the day :)

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/23/2014 9:08:00 AM

Thanks, Tim. I needed this today. It has put me in a good mood! Thanks for sharing the joy with me.

Verlena S. Walker

Date: 8/23/2014 1:46:00 AM

Beautifully written Eileen... Congrats on this being the poem of the day... Verlena

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/23/2014 1:56:00 AM

Oh!!! OH!!!! Verlena! Thanks for making me aware of this. I'm SO thrilled. I've been down these last two days...feeling my poems aren't going anywhere! This makes me pleased. Thanks! :) Hugs

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 8/22/2014 8:35:00 AM

That word is radiantly : ) Sorry for mispelling sweety

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/22/2014 8:41:00 AM

Happens to me all the time! :)

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 8/22/2014 8:34:00 AM

Hello beautiful moongirl..The sun shines so rsdisntly throughout your splendid words -Charma

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/22/2014 8:41:00 AM

You are a Charmer, my dear. I love you!

Justin Bordner

Date: 8/21/2014 8:44:00 PM

Ah, the ebb and flow of love begun so long ago, he sheds the love so she may reflect the love, without each other love has no warmth. This poem appeals greatly to the star light in me Eileen. I love how these celestial bodies charm one another. A superb poem with enchanting rhyme. You just owned this classic theme, congrsts! A FAV. J.A.B.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/22/2014 12:51:00 AM

Oh...How I'd love to OWN the spirit of the greatest writers that ever lived. :) What a dream that would be, Justin. I'm glad it appealed to your starlight, Justin. Shine Bright!

Tim Smith

Date: 8/21/2014 3:08:00 PM

Oh I love the dance between the sun and moon...Oh to be your moon for you are the sun shining bright...hugs Tim

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/22/2014 12:48:00 AM

Tim...that must be one of the sweetest things that has ever been said to me! :) Thank you for being so amazing. Hugs to you, my dear.

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 8/21/2014 12:04:00 PM

It's wonderful Eileen! Imagery is so perfect that touches deep down! Amazing write!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/22/2014 12:47:00 AM

Thank you, Dr Upma...for this lovely post. I'm glad it reached deep down to your heart. Loving hugs.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 8/21/2014 8:19:00 AM

Yes I am fine and know I am not familiar with the song. Hugs back to you Eileen.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/21/2014 8:27:00 AM

That's ok.....You take care. Thanks for coming back.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 8/21/2014 7:51:00 AM

I enjoyed this dance Eileen. What a wonderful use of imagery and rhyme. I can see this one becoming a classic.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/21/2014 7:56:00 AM

:) Oh Richard...Do you know that song...Gonna write a classic...gonna write it in the attic...baby I'm an addict now...an addict for your love? Surely, you must. Your post reminded me of that. I hope you are well.... HUGS

Casarah Nance

Date: 8/21/2014 7:20:00 AM

This is a between dance between the sun and the moon, the moon independent would not have effect if not for the sun. I like the way you make the moon the mistress, pleasure to read :)

Eileen Manassian
Date: 8/21/2014 7:29:00 AM

;) I got your drift, sweetie. Thanks for stopping by! :) I've done some personification that I like.....One of my fav ones is ....The Sea King Beckons...Oh...it is more sensual than this one! Hugs! :)

Casarah Nance
Date: 8/21/2014 7:21:00 AM

Ah heck I meant to say this is a beautiful dance between the sun and the moon :)