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Great Expectations

My coming age was with “Great Expectations” I expected to be loved, adored, cherished I expected to be that perfect someone The longed for princess in someone’s dream I expected that love really will conquer all And that dreams really do make one stand tall I expected passion to last forever…burning brighter I expected honesty to be real, a first foundation I expected people to care about the greater good I expected good to conquer evil, not just someday…but NOW I expected beauty to follow me, and grace every season of my life I expected………that happily ever after of my fairy tale world I expected to outlive death…….till the dawning of the better day I expected that the world would somehow be altered, changed because of ME Great Expectations They still follow my every step, every waking thought, and every lucid dream My life is halfway gone All those expectations have not brought about the expected I wonder…. Were my expectations too high? A hopeless idealist, romantic fool… Was I shooting for the stars? The lifespan of my expectations equals mine My heart always in a state of expectation To be loved, to be cherished, to be desired, to be adored My body in a state of expectation To be ravished, to be nurtured, to be revitalized, to be reborn My dreams in a state of expectation That finally, one day, one dawning day My dream will become a reality And I will see you Not with the eyes of my heart and soul But with these expectant brown eyes That look out of my face...searching The greatest expectation of my life That one day……. Finally… They will look up and see…. YOU! Eileen Manassian Ghali

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Richard Lamoureux

Date: 2/3/2014 12:01:00 PM

I enjoyed reading this one again, you always exceed my expectations.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 2/3/2014 12:27:00 PM

That is a WONDERFUL thing to say, Richard. Thank you....Thanks ever so much for rereading some of my poems. It makes me SO happy. I have a new one posted....If you'd like to read. Hugs

Poet Tacito

Date: 12/2/2013 10:53:00 AM

Expectations: Best friend or Worst enemy? Hm. I think the bigger question is, who will treat us right at the end of the day? Do unto others...such a vital component to life & friendships. Strong expressions here...I expect nothing less from you. :)

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/4/2013 10:21:00 AM

Drake........"I expect nothing less from you." I'm smiling...and happy. Thank you!

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 12/1/2013 1:10:00 AM

Good night from me, thanks for your visits today. Busy day and just came back from a dinner with friends. A fun evening, enjoy your day Eileen. Hugs

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/4/2013 10:22:00 AM

:) It's a rainy day. I love the rain....Love being warm and listening to the symphony outside my window....Yes, a hopeless romantic fool....Thanks for the visit. Sorry just getting around to a response. Hugs

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders

Date: 11/30/2013 10:12:00 PM

An excellent poem, Eileen! It's wonderful to have hopes, dreams and expectations that we keep for ourselves no matter how old we get. Not everyday is great but I live for those great moments when love and kindness make an entrance. Always love reading your poems! Love and Blessings, Rhonda

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/4/2013 10:23:00 AM

Rhonda, I'm so pleased to get this message from you. I had no idea you were reading my work. Thanks ever so much for this kind post. Hugs!

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/1/2013 1:07:00 AM

Great comment

Jon A Cavanaugh

Date: 11/30/2013 7:41:00 PM

Another great poem. And yes you will have your day in the sun. So expect great things.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/4/2013 10:24:00 AM

Awwwwwwwwwww.......sweet as usual, Jon. Thanks for the lovely post.

Donna Jones

Date: 11/30/2013 7:02:00 PM

Hoping life never disappoints in the end sweetie..no tears only smiles for those golden years...although it will never be a fairy tale world it is and was and always will be changed because you are in it..:-) MD

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/4/2013 10:27:00 AM

MD..........MD.......I have tears in my eyes right now. Tears of joy at being loved by someone as sweet and loving and caring as you. I don't deserve it, but it's so good to know you are there for me. I LOVE YOU!

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 11/30/2013 6:23:00 PM

Aw tnks for stopping by sweet lady .I was missing you too.I still have to hear you on Drake s show.My baby girl was sick last week and unfortunately and sadly i had to miss it. I am a bit busy too and cant be as often on ps momentarily but i ll be back.Re your poem..Reading your verses is like reading my soul Eileen..maybe that s why everytime Im touched deeply.We all have great expectations..Tnks God We can dream.Your verse is outstanding and so real.I ll be back to read more..hugs : )

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/4/2013 10:28:00 AM

Oh......your daughter comes first. Of course. I hope she is feeling better....Your support is always appreciated, my beautiful Charmaine. yes, we are kindred spirits, I believe. Sending you hugs all the way to your beautiful country of Malta. Know that you are loved and appreciated.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 11/30/2013 9:00:00 AM

Truly the greatest expectation and a promise that will be kept. I too am filled with great expectations. Well done Eileen. By the way you can add me to the list of those who adore you.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 11/30/2013 11:46:00 AM

You are too kind to me, but thanks ever so much! :)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 11/30/2013 11:32:00 AM

I can assure you there is a list and it is longer than you may realize. Have a great day Eileen.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 11/30/2013 11:18:00 AM

Richard.......thanks ever so much for this lovely post. I don't know if there is such a list, but.....WOW......if there were, to have your name there.....one of my FAV poets of ALL TIME...yes, an honor, indeed! :) Thank you!