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esoteric sunrise

sometimes the fiendish forest 
  burns
    delicate   d r e a m s
of this forsaken tree,
curating chaos from creased clovers
amidst wildwood armor
of a grounded warrior~
     the
           m a i d e n
                   of evergreen grace
singing   solace 
to the triggered thicket
while blushed by
            the flares of life.

yet I still r u n from twirling
tremors of t i m e
for this soul
          craves
pristine palettes of  p e a c e
dipped in the oceanic ochre
           of silk and salt
 and this heart
      speaks to the moon-hibiscus
in diverse dialects
                        of empathy
      amidst waves of woes...

O weary wayfarer
cloaked in restless rays,
waltz with me to the 
warmer side of the frost-clawed sun
where dragonflies rest 
upon the tender tips of tiger-lilies 
letting go of fickle 
f l a m e s  of summer
 that  feels like 
            raining splinters,
sinking into the wintry roots
soiled with serenity
             stained with s e c r e t s~
a hushed herbary harvesting
 thyme and rue
        magic and light
                hypnotic heartbeats...
as these lovelorn sighs
 whisper lucid lines~
 casting away 
               willows of wickedness
to embrace the esoteric eyes
                               of the poetic sunrise…
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Bordner Avatar
March 11, 2025 at 8:37 PM
You are a multi textured Mistress of sweet and wild nature Poetess..."As these lovelorn sighs whisper lucid lines..." The 4th verse is very moving...J.A.B.
Beaufort Avatar
March 10, 2025 at 5:14 PM
IE....ahh at least we can get to places that seem like paradise in your verses. It's a pleasure to read. Smiles!!
George Avatar
March 4, 2025 at 7:38 PM
You are not a tree or wild flower to be burnt in a forest fire. You are "a grounded warrior~ the m a i d e n of evergreen grace singing solace " for you crave "pristine palettes of p e a c e dipped in the oceanic ochre of silk and salt". You are loved by many here and your poetry is so much appreciated. Keep writing. I don't know the contest for which you entered this poem. But I understand, as ever, you're a winner. Hearty Congratulations sweet friend.
Goldsmith Avatar
March 4, 2025 at 9:33 AM
Back with Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading this wonderful write again. Have a fun day writing away..............
Cunningham Avatar
March 3, 2025 at 10:38 PM
Like the phoenix you've risen again, your poetic flame will never be extinguished. Write on IE, Tom
Clendening Avatar
March 3, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Please stay and shine, Ink Empress! Your poetry is one of a kind.
Kitchin Avatar
March 3, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Ink, so happy you're still here, you add so much to PS. Don't let the bullies and trolls send you away. This is such a beautiful poem and imagery, it is enchanting.
Allison Avatar
March 3, 2025 at 1:47 PM
I truly wish I could write such moving poetry like this Ink, you have such a unique style and weave words so eloquently. so glad you are back:-) hugs Jan xx
Goldsmith Avatar
March 3, 2025 at 10:18 AM
Another wonderful write for your readers. Thank You... Have a blessed day writing away.....................
Lane Avatar
March 3, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Dear Ink, from ashes blooms a beautiful new beginning. Time to cast away the 'willows of wickedness' and blossom in what's become your poetic home. You have roots here now.
Rodgers Avatar
March 3, 2025 at 9:26 AM
Dear Empress, You took me on a breathtaking journey through time, nature, and soul. So beautifully knitted together with tenderness and grace. Your words always touch me. I’m forever grateful to read your poems. Empress, you are truly an amazing poet and a fav. Keep shining your light! Spring Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
Rolland Avatar
March 3, 2025 at 4:30 AM
waw, so subtle are images and alliterations, enjoyed this "pepite" ( french word)
Rhymes Avatar
March 3, 2025 at 4:17 AM
Ofcourse we like to read your poetry .. so beautiful as always
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