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Cerulean Seclusion

In blackness, I hear forked tongues whisper wicked witchery, hope within arthritic ink slowly f a d e s as darkness descends upon snow-speckled heart, and a murder of crows can be heard~ cawing amidst flamingo fogs carrying thoughtless art, over the rolling hills enveloped with murky memories… there I stretch these breathless fingers~ gingerly reaching for cashmere curtains, reflecting on jaded surfaces adorned with lost dreary dreams drenched in scentless deceit. But as liquified light of the milky quartz moon stream, I ponder, could I be the one you think of when stars shimmer above lunar-kissed lakes~ while cauliflower clouds drift amidst musical mists? For I hear my name in your plum poetry, serenading love in magnetic marigold metaphors… Perhaps, there is no right rhyme to reminisce~ when every forsaken rhythm, and broken ballad is spoken through unbending sangria silence. Yet, tonight I gaze beyond trembling skies, hoping that maybe one day, waning constellations can see the crystalline colors of my tainted truth, how the glow within me has been f r o z e n~ left hanging in swollen syllables of sorrow, while I await glorious gifts of glistening rain to pour… whimsical wind and pulverizing waves can feel, how my soul thinks in ironic idioms mourning misplaced musings~ with fickle verses that phased this eclipsed canvas with restless phrases, fragranced with forgiving refrains. I wonder is this another dreadful beginning, or might this be a blissful ending, of a thunderstruck tale that strikes, from the honey-glazed abyss of unknown gloaming… Tomorrow, when twilight twinkles~ orchestrating ethereal anthems, in charismatic cadence, find the silken silhouette of tear-stained tulips from my garden of grief~ there they sprout in cerulean seclusion, between fleeting feathered lines of daisy dusk and daffodil dawn.

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Date: 5/1/2024 7:49:00 AM
IE, I remember when I was a bit (no actually a lot) younger that I would try feeling attached to potential mates and imagine how it would feel to be in a more permanent relationship. I might do this after a date or two. I remember longing to be attached to someone and to be in love. I had this feeling in some manner until I finally got married. Hopefully, you will be able to make the right connection, but it is not simple or easy. My heart goes out to everyone who has these feelings. Your poem expresses the disappointment with such precision and angst that makes me think about all this and feel the hurt. You even express sadness with beautiful images. The title reflects the words so very well...kinda blue.
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Date: 4/8/2024 7:21:00 PM
We yearn for things we want so badly and I hope they echo our names in return, else it's not worth the wait. We can only fight for what is willing to hold our legs while we leap, or else we'll drown. "I ponder, could I be the one you think of when stars shimmer above lunar-kissed lakes." Even though we might have a glimpse of the answer, we still ask, maybe we could get something positive this time. yeah! Why might there be anyone he's thinking of when I only think of him? Great write dear Ink.
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Date: 4/8/2024 5:28:00 PM
Gorgeous writing- I hope you will get to that place of healing. "between fleeting lines of dusk and dawn" so much beauty and depth
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Date: 4/7/2024 6:27:00 PM
This was an imaginative poem that showed how unending grief can be. It is very creative.
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Date: 4/8/2024 10:31:00 AM
Thank you so very much always dear hilda
Date: 4/7/2024 5:04:00 AM
I always did wonder why we call them a murder of crows yet they are some of the most fascinating birds. Your poem is heavily introspective and rich in expression. Love the alliteration especially. All the best
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Date: 4/8/2024 10:35:00 AM
Ah good one so true thank you so very much for your generous and kind comment im grateful for your support truly
Date: 4/6/2024 8:42:00 AM
Your take on the contest is a profound journey through the complexities of emotion, where the interplay of darkness and light, hope and despair, love and loss, unfolds with lyrical intensity.. The reader is immersed in a world where pain and longing intertwine with fleeting moments of hope and reflection. The imagery is vivid and evocative, painting scenes of desolation and yearning against a backdrop of celestial beauty. Best of luck in the contest..
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Date: 4/8/2024 10:38:00 AM
Awn thank you so much im so glad you liked it dear silent one. Your comments always mean alot to me
Date: 4/5/2024 3:29:00 PM
May your flowers always sprout, tear free and full of scent, like God intended for you. Nicely penned, you have so much talent girl !
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Date: 4/8/2024 10:43:00 AM
Awwn thank you dear rose i appreciate always your kindness
Date: 4/5/2024 11:03:00 AM
"darkness descends upon snow-speckled heart, and a murder of crows can be heard~ cawing amidst crimson fogs" Fabulous imagery and sense! "how the glow within me has been frozen~ left hanging in swollen syllables of sorrow, while I await glorious gifts of glistening rain to pour," -- wonderful poetry! Very original! "Perhaps, it is another dreadful beginning, or might this be a blissful ending, of a thunderstruck tale that strikes, from the abyss of unknown." Outrageously good! A Fav!
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Date: 4/8/2024 10:48:00 AM
So kind of you i appreciate the fave and also your thoughtful comment. Thank you so very much truly
Date: 4/5/2024 9:41:00 AM
“Lost dreams drenched in scentless deceit” — ahhh! So profoundly poignant, I’m drowning amidst your words! Ahhh! “Charismatic cadence” — absolutely elegant artistry that lives on deep within your exquisite poetic soul! Your sentience and growth in the dark and light is truly astounding! I’m drifting in your words in true clemency!
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Date: 4/8/2024 10:49:00 AM
My beautiful soul sis i appreciate you so very much you are one of the rare beings that never change their shade or their face and is so very sincere in how you support me! I can never thank you enough ! Just hope you know how i grateful i am for your support
Date: 4/5/2024 9:34:00 AM
Where do I even begin?? This is flawlessly woven, the intricacy of your words, the divinity of how the imagery mesmerizes and pounces into your readers hearts, minds and souls! To quote lines and phrases is impossible for they all are so truly extraordinary and phenomenal!! “Snow-speckled heart”—only you could think of such soul stirring lines! “Reflecting on jaded surfaces” — such deep and powerful words conveying deep emotions straight from your beautiful heart and soul, my beautiful soul sis!
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Date: 4/5/2024 5:21:00 AM
Yet another illustration of your ornate vocabulary, my friend. Words resonating in poetic splendor throughout:--gingerly reaching for tattered curtains, while reflecting on jaded surfaces adorned with lost dreams drenched in scentless deceit----find the silhouette of tear-stained tulips from my garden of grief~ there they sprout in cerulean seclusion---excellent, as always Ink.
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Date: 4/8/2024 10:49:00 AM
Thank you so very much dear vijay for your sincere and unwavering support, i am always grateful for your poetic presence and kindness truly
Date: 4/5/2024 2:57:00 AM
This feels like a cry from the grave to times that could have been, should have been. Maybe somewhere along that journey it just didn't happen and the regret shines through.
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Date: 4/8/2024 10:50:00 AM
Ah yes you did feel it right dear paul thank you so very much for your kind and thoughtful comment
Date: 4/5/2024 2:11:00 AM
Definitely portrays impeccably (being torn between the fleeting lines of dusk and dawn.) This is like a double mirrir with those "jaded surfaces" that the soul doth urn, as the soul doth burn. Brilliance of emotion, Ink Empress
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Date: 4/5/2024 1:01:00 AM
Stupendous choice of words to describe death, a popular subject. You took us on a journey full of emotions and imagery. A perfect poem. Best for a win.
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Date: 4/4/2024 5:56:00 PM
Dearest Empress, a breathtaking journey my friend through the depths of emotion and introspection. The imagery you created, from the coagulation of blood to the murder of crows and tear-stained tulips, creates a rich setting of melancholy beauty. I really loved how your exploration of love, loss, and longing is both haunting and deeply moving. The way you capture the interplay of darkness and light, hope and despair, is masterful. Empress an anrtistic and evocative piece of poetry. A Fav! - Blessings, Daniel
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Date: 4/4/2024 5:36:00 PM
dearest Ink--I like your take on the 'coagulation' contest. I was especially taken with the paradox in 'the garden of grief.' How deep and profound those words are! I also liked 'arthritic ink' -- such a fabulous image. Your poem is compelling and engaging because of your descriptive words, images, etc. A sure contest winner. Hope you're well. Have a great evening, hugs, Sara
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Date: 4/4/2024 1:08:00 PM
Sad to have a garden of grief. I guess at times in our lives we do have grief and despair, but as the Bible says, there may be sadness in the night, but joy comes in the morning so at some point there will be joy. Thanks for sharing this one with us and for dropping by my page. Sara K
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Date: 4/4/2024 12:55:00 PM
Dear Ink, this poetry explores grief, desire, and contemplation through darkness and hope. It depicts love, memories, and time with vibrant images and words. The words "coagulate," "arthritic ink," "snow-speckled heart," and "murder of crows" evoke gloom. The poem is enhanced with "milky quartz moon stream" and "lunar-kissed lakes" metaphors. Alliteration in "forsaken rhythm" and "fickle verses" makes language melodious. Metaphors, alliteration, personification, and symbolism elicit strong emotions and a dreamlike mood.
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Date: 4/4/2024 12:32:00 PM
Superlative descriptiveness, but i still am not quite sure what coagulation means. hahaha. You have a hundred percent chance of winning this contest than I ever would. BOL!
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Date: 4/4/2024 11:12:00 AM
darkness descends upon snow-speckled heart, and a murder of crows can be heard cawing amidst crimson fogs carrying thoughtless art,… mmmmm look at the flow of these linessss… the effortlessness to it!! I stretch these breathless fingers.. omg yesssss this line made me yogaaaa! I hear my name in your poetry, serenading love in magnetic metaphors.. awwwwn. broken ballad is spoken through unbending silence. swollen syllables of sorrow,you make words move with such architectural lines. Gorgeous
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Date: 4/4/2024 8:55:00 AM
I could relate to this poem so much . Every word of it .
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