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For the Years of Tomorrow

She counted the candles with the arithmetic of an ancient angel, the impertinent years of her life fuelled the flames slowly patiently, and prettily, a flicker for the fast joys, a standstill for the sorrows, she knew very well how age brought trials, tears, and triumphs, and she believed in life after death as a dove believes in the upcoming morning, to the field of birthday fire she blew a blissfully blue breath the lights waved and vanished like startled wraiths, yet there was one stubborn candle that seemed to glow upon her quiet heart revealing with a direct warmness... You either live inspired, or you die - J.A.B.

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Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 3/14/2020 5:11:00 AM

"You either live inspired, or you die"! The epitome of beauty! I think it all revolves around this idea! An inspiring Life! Leading a life of essence and meaning.. walking paths of mystery and Light.. seeking Love and Truth.. A piece of Art of many a dimension! A great delight to thirsty minds! My deepest regards and blessings.

Justin Bordner
Date: 3/15/2020 7:05:00 PM

We must find a way to love the pain Besma...J.A.B.

Joe Maverick

Date: 11/23/2016 1:42:00 AM

I get the gist of this just a bit Justin.' enjoyed stopping by today.'

Justin Bordner
Date: 11/23/2016 6:45:00 PM

What is the gist of age Joe...what is the gist of anyone's apathy to life...J.A.B.

Paloma P

Date: 11/22/2016 6:56:00 PM

Strength written between these lines, an impressively effective read.

Paloma P
Date: 11/24/2016 7:45:00 AM

We can't always choose our battles, I do believe a person's onus is much determined in how he/she handles adversity, that's a true test of aspired integrity, or not.

Justin Bordner
Date: 11/23/2016 6:44:00 PM

You can learn alot about someone by the challenges they choose, and by what they create through those challenges Paloma...the poem I'm posting tonight will be a fine illustration...your intelligence intrigues me Poetess...J.A.B.

Ettie Christian-Bowling

Date: 11/1/2016 11:03:00 PM

I feel like this piece of art fully directs it's attention to me like it's speaking of me-to me only not literally but more on a deeper level within me more so then any poem I've read concerning your work.... Amazing Job Justin again....Awestruck-Love Ettie

Justin Bordner
Date: 11/2/2016 6:37:00 PM

My poetry is meant to touch you deep within Nette, to tenderize the hard reasons for tolerating love and life...J.A.B.

Laura Breidenthal

Date: 10/13/2016 10:41:00 PM

Wow, what a lovely verse here, Justin. So heartfelt and original. I love the stubborn candle that resides in her heart. "she blew a blissfully blue breath the lights waved and vanished like startled wraiths" Such pretty imagery.. so nice...atmospheric and heartwarming. Cool line - "with the arithmetic of an ancient angel.." Quiet hearts certainly speak more than they utter. Always, Laura

Justin Bordner
Date: 10/15/2016 6:32:00 PM

Within quiet hearts you can hear the unmistakable gait of love Laura. I love the way my poetry touches you Poetess...J.A.B.