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June-14-2024
Gemini Garden- Silent One Poetry Contest
Sponsor- Ink Empress

 

“birds care not for whom they sing” - Silent One The Gemini Garden stays close to mountain springs. In this magic garden, countless flowers bloom and wither, With pruned trees, shrubs and sprawling lawns, And beds of geraniums in flaming red, pink and white. On either side of the gravel path are daisies and buttercups. Though weeds, the dandelions with bright yellow flowers And anemones of varying hues add to the beauty of the garden. Petunias of maroon, white and pink spread an exquisite quilt of art. Here and there stand rose bushes proudly parading, Clusters of sweet- smelling roses of all shades and size. Gemini Garden is a kaleidoscope of blossoming flowers, Attended by swarms of bees and flamboyant butterflies. Bees hum a resonant orchestral murmur, Punctuated by the endless twittering of birds. Sparrows and robins dive and dart singing and soaring They care not for whom they incessantly sing. At the center stands a tree, a leafy bower. From far it looks like an imposing green tower. In the covert of its dark foliage, has perched a lone lark. It sings in sad plaintive notes, unloading its heart. The sequestered Gemini Garden, he has made his abode Crooning all day long, stirring dormant memories Is he trilling in notes so plaintive of his missing mate? Unleashing his heart of its doleful weight? Or easing the pangs of a heart that starves For a soulmate yet to come for whom he craves? Or sending a missive through the aerial route, To his sweet love, hardly discernible to the outside world? The deep sighs from him come out as a haunting song Echoing in the silence a symphony of wistful memories As birds sing for no one in particular, he too sings, Not for any selected audience, but to release his thoughts. No nightingale can come close to his melodious tones. It resonates of a bond that must have once thrived in his heart. I assume his aching heart still longs for the bond to be renewed, And he dreams of a time when both shall be reunited in bliss. From far his song percolates down, silent as a murmur Through the sinews of my heart it permeates, Striking a chord between two souls equally deprived, Stirring in me an inarticulate ache, never once divulged. Sometimes he relapses into a kind of moody silence, With all his restless passions hushed down, Making himself an exile from all hustle and bustle, But remaining in umpteen hearts as a forceful presence!

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Date: 7/3/2024 1:53:00 PM
I knew this one would do well after reading it previously.. and epic entry for the contest.. Congratulations on your first place in the contest..
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Date: 7/2/2024 10:26:00 AM
This is so magical dear Valsa. You captured the very soul of the quote. These lines are unforgettable, "Striking a chord between two souls equally deprived, Stirring in me an inarticulate ache, never once divulged.". So immaculate!Congratulations on your top win.
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Date: 7/2/2024 9:38:00 AM
Yes, though weeds, we are still glad to have dandelions, often plucked by toddlers. You have your proud rose bushes and flamboyant butterflies. Sound resonates from the birds and bees. Great write, dear Valsa!
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Date: 7/2/2024 9:16:00 AM
Congratulations on your win. What a magical write for Silent One. A great ending.  Have a great day writing away...............
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Date: 7/2/2024 8:56:00 AM
Dear valsa, as i read this i felt like youve tried to understand with your empathy this gemini garden , which is a metaphor for someone that is longing for so much more in life! Your use of metaphors and how you’ve painted imagery really stood out for me while also the ending made me feel so much such as “ No nightingale can come close to his melodious tones. It resonates of a bond that must have once thrived in his heart.” just beautiful and deeply moving! And the way youve used flowers here along with such artistic diction…. Impressive write definitely a fave for me
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Date: 6/29/2024 7:22:00 PM
You wrote so beautifully, dear. Very lovely descriptions
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Date: 6/22/2024 6:12:00 PM
I'm sure this garden exists but we can only dwell in it on special days and moments. Maybe every day. When we close our eyes. But this piece fuels the calmness and peace that comes from nature's serenity and beauty. Welcome back, Dear Valsa. Best wishes.
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Date: 6/15/2024 12:42:00 PM
Ahh!! Reads like a wonderful place to visit and enjoy. I imagine all around people are enjoying the glorious songs of the birds that come to this place. Thanks for sharing your contest entry with us and for dropping by my page. Sara K
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Date: 6/14/2024 12:50:00 PM
The imagery in this is amazing and so vivid... I love how your poem explores themes of nature, beauty, solitude, and longing. The "Gemini Garden" serves as a metaphorical and literal space where the natural world and human emotions intertwine. The poem reflects on the beauty of the garden and the poignant song of a lonesome lark, suggesting deeper themes of love, loss, and yearning. Best of luck in the contest..
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Date: 6/14/2024 10:43:00 AM
Wow, a nice poem. Welcome back.
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Date: 6/14/2024 6:49:00 AM
I am sure you had a wonderful tour. Europe is a beautiful place. Great poetry on your return. Birds twitter but we cannot understand their language. Lovely poem. Best for a win.
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Date: 6/14/2024 5:27:00 AM
Dear Valsa, welcome back. Please be well following your European tour, which I hope you liked. This poem about a lone lark singing a melancholy melody in the Gemini Garden evokes recollections and feelings. It explores longing, loss, and music's ability to unite souls. The poem vividly describes the garden and the lark's melody with great word choice. For example, "roses proudly parading" and "bees produce a resonant orchestral murmur" are literary strategies. The lone lark symbolizes a need for connection.
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Date: 6/13/2024 10:50:00 PM
beautiful inspiration Valsa, i don't know where this garden is, it just look fabulous, thanks enjoy your week end
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