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Written for the divine magnetism contest sponsored by unseeking seeker

Divine Magnetism

 In the manicured meadow 
of woeful weeds,
where hope sprouts amidst
forlorn fragrance of frozen seeds,
I dance to the hypnotic breeze,
hanging on saintly strings with
cosmic eyes, unraveling the
emerald iris of sacred skies,
orchestrating songs 
of sonorous seasons,
searching for rhythmic revelations,
as spring-butterflies
flicker peacock promises,
gliding above rippling 
star-jeweled visions,
like prominent parachutes,
symbolizing pearlescent presence~
of sanguine scriptures,
shimmering as ethereal radiance,
within this enlightened heart.

I refuse to let egoistic entities 
enter my perennial sanctuary 
blossoming with 
halcyon hibiscus hymns.
For within lunar-glazed lentils
magical magnolias hibernate
in mere mindfulness~
unfolding a voiceless 
poetic gallery 
of chromatic colors,
bursting with incandescent flares 
of iceless moonstones,
resting between merciful tremors 
of unwavering faith, 
counting tears that fall like
golden streaks on the 
roof of charismatic creations,
eagerly adorning the horizon,
as pristine prayers ricochet,
to the impotent tunes 
of immaterial repentance.

So tonight, I’ll allow 
graceful galaxies to 
sprinkle blissful-beams,
laced in lotus love,
perfumed with patience,
as my pen perseveres,
with persistent passion,
to sincerely seek 
righteous refrains,
of divine magnetism,
letting ego perish,
when heat of worldly lies
suffocate the soft skin I wear,
yet they remain 
unaware of inked henna herbs
of violet devotion~
I’ve designed in kismet zest,
through linear lines floating,
with vermilion verses,
in charming cadence,
to the alluring anthems of
an unbreakable dawn,
while silhouette 
of my psyche swirls, 
spellbound by the
enthralling influence of 
         celestial zephyr. 
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Bartley Avatar
May 17, 2024 at 4:27 PM
I'd a made you the winner. Nice poem.
Kendrick Avatar
May 17, 2024 at 1:18 AM
Congratulations on your winning work. Way to go. Sara K
Gasun Avatar
May 15, 2024 at 1:09 AM
My dearest poet friend Ink, this is a breathtaking piece. Once again you blow me away. I always love your write and this is another great masterpiece from you. Thank you so much for sharing and congratulations on your 3rd place win! God bless you always and your writings. Hugs
Beaufort Avatar
May 12, 2024 at 4:04 PM
IE, you can certainly write beautifully. The thought process of feeling at one with the universe and being at peace is very pleasing and believable. Nice job. I think I come to this place to feel high!
One Avatar
May 11, 2024 at 3:56 PM
Your poem is a mesmerizing exploration of the soul's quest for transcendence amidst the turmoil of existence. The imagery of the manicured meadow of woeful weeds serves as a powerful metaphor for the human condition, where hope blossoms against the backdrop of despair. Through evocative descriptions and rhythmic prose, it leads us on a dance through cosmic realms, where the emerald iris of sacred skies unveils the secrets of the universe.
Hind Avatar
May 11, 2024 at 3:46 PM
Such a gorgeous writer, in and out- always will enjoy your beautiful musings, your pain counts, dear, Ink- <3
Kendrick Avatar
May 11, 2024 at 6:41 AM
I am looking forward to seeing multiple butterflies, but they have not gotten here yet. Those peacock promises are something else. Thanks for sharing this one with us and for dropping by my page. Sara K
Pandit Avatar
May 11, 2024 at 5:15 AM
Another fabulous poem adorned in your poetic prowess, my friend. Words and metaphors reverberate the missives of divine. --symbolizing pearlescent presence~ of sanguine scriptures, shimmering as ethereal radiance, within this enlightened heart---And alliteration enhances the message: ---magical magnolias hibernate in mere mindfulness~ ---to sincerely seek righteous refrains, of divine magnetism, letting ego perish---Excellent as always, Ink. A FAVE!
DiMino Avatar
May 11, 2024 at 3:38 AM
"hanging on saintly strings with cosmic eyes, unraveling the emerald iris of sacred skies," -- brilliant poetry. Love it! "So tonight, I’ll allow graceful galaxies to sprinkle blissful-beams, laced in lotus love, perfumed with patience," -- graceful and eloquent! Love your poem. Well done. Thank you for sharing.
Onpaper Avatar
May 11, 2024 at 3:20 AM
hope sprouts amidst forlorn fragrance of frozen seeds, I dance to the hypnotic breeze, hanging on saintly strings with cosmic eyes.. mm that imagery is freaking gorgeous.. searching for rhythmic revelations, as spring-butterflies flicker peacock promises, how you make soft graceful words move in such gravity is amazing!! allow graceful galaxies to sprinkle blissful-beams, anthems of an unbreakable dawn,while silhouette of my psyche swirls,ur piece is a heart stopping magnet .. absolutely divine!
George Avatar
May 10, 2024 at 9:15 PM
This is a poem breathing the fragrance of hope and elation. The inner serenity and joy you experience is contagious. I felt so refreshed by the highly positive tone of the poem. Your use of images and metaphors as ever is excellent and greatly impressive. Only in a divine power, we can find full joy. When we are in that magnetic field, everything falls in line......"my pen perseveres, with persistent passion, to sincerely seek righteous refrains, of divine magnetism, letting ego perish," Love these lines. I can only say that this is an extra beautiful poem. Into my FAVE.
Poet Avatar
May 10, 2024 at 6:58 PM
Your evocation of those feelings was exquisite! What a beautiful poem, dear Ink. You skillfully navigated the poem's themes of seeking enlightenment and inner serenity in the face of a world full of obstacles and diversions. Themes of the natural world, religion, enlightenment, grit, and the pursuit of a relationship with God were brilliantly represented here. To convey a feeling of beauty and mystery, you use rich and vivid imagery throughout the poem. Elements of nature such as spring butterflies, halcyon hibiscus songs, and celestial zephyrs are referenced, and metaphor and symbolism are used extensively. The employment of musical devices such as alliteration, assonance, and consonance elevates the poem's expressiveness. Using personification, makes the natural world and the heavens seem like they are taking part in your spiritual quest. The pace of your poem is mesmerizing and free-flowing, A fave
Dietrich Avatar
May 10, 2024 at 3:30 PM
Ink, I can tell you really got inspired by this theme. I sure wish I could be so inspired. Such lovely images,
Rhymes Avatar
May 10, 2024 at 12:51 PM
Amazing write … loved it
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