Destined

A dragon's scale reflects the rounds of time
her heart, the subtle beat of love sublime
a secret kept in smoke and ancient bones-
a tale best told in whispered lines of rhyme.

She flies the crystal skies in silent tones
a burning hope of love is all she owns
forgotten visions lost in endless tales
and buried deep beneath the cobbled stones.

Remaining true beyond the mystic vales
her longing for soul's kinship never pales
though crushing eras weigh upon her name,
her eyes still scan the blue where hope still sails.

The day will dawn when once again her flame
will blaze along the sky and one will tame
rebellious spirit, and her heart reclaim
from solitude's dark grasp to light's domain.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010


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Date: 9/23/2010 11:09:00 PM
A poem well done keep your fascinating poetry coming" Nathan
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Date: 9/8/2010 2:17:00 PM
Kris, your wonderfully crafted poem has almost a spiritual quality to it. A vision of beauty that delights the senses. I love it! Aloha, Connie
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Date: 9/8/2010 4:41:00 AM
Wow this is one captivating poem, Kris :)-- and in a form that is definitely new to me-- I truly enjoyed reading this, and of how it just has this medieval flair to it...awesome write! Please write some more! -- nikko :)
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Date: 9/7/2010 11:25:00 PM
"She flies the crystal skies in silent tones" that's a strong write, brah. You've got a strict meter here, it makes the rubaiyat form more interesting and challenging. I can't do meters, it's too confining for me. When creativity spins forth from confinement, it's a rebellion that is art. Claps, bro.
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Date: 9/3/2010 10:36:00 AM
Wonderfully written. Much talent you have.
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Date: 9/3/2010 10:09:00 AM
I am truly loving your work, Kris! Never tried this form before. This is splendid, especially liked the third stanza. You are a gifted poet. Emily
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Date: 9/2/2010 5:38:00 AM
I enjoyed reading your poetry this morning Kris. I will not be reading poetry for a few days as I will be gone from Friday until Monday. I look forward to reading more of your poetry when I return. I wish you a weekend filled with good health, love, and loads of inspiration. Love and Blessings, Carol
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Date: 9/2/2010 1:01:00 AM
Hi Kris, I so look forward to your new poems and I'm never disappointed. Another superbly written piece. I love the first stanza, it sets the perfect tone, very mystical. Another new form for me to try, thank you :) I've been looking at the Trijan Refrain, wow it's is difficult, yet you make it look so easy. Post more of your wonderful work soon please ~ Sharon :)
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Date: 9/1/2010 10:05:00 PM
wow, this has that old time classic feel to it, Kris. A very eloquent poem. Thanks so much for your wonderful comments to my poetry today. Big news for you. Let me find another special poem of yours and tell you the news!
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Date: 9/1/2010 8:56:00 PM
I really enjoy the ancient setting of this vision who flies crystal skies, Kris. Somehow, I'm seeing the phoenix rising from the ashes along with this woman's rebellious spirit. Very creative setting and story behind this Rubaiyat, a new form for me. I'll have to check it out. You paint the images so wonderfully! Love, Carolyn
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Date: 9/1/2010 7:32:00 PM
Lovely interesting piece Kris... we need to have contests for these special poems... without themes to constrict our talent..luv.. this one is very well written so save for a rainy day..lv..
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Date: 9/1/2010 6:46:00 PM
My Kind of poem, full of mystical images. Love the whole fantasy time era. WoW! Wow! Going to my favs.,..L.A
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Date: 9/1/2010 6:40:00 PM
Impressive poem, honestly. A very intriguing poem *lv~SKAT
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