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Himalayan Lily

There dwells, in pale eastern shade Under dark pillars, Himalayan Forged in thunder’s dome A lonely flower Seven years a virgin locked Now spiraling flush and flame Parting petals Awake and tremble Only to slip thereafter and forever Into peaceful abyss Dissolve into earth My heart empty Shall I deliver From grief in brief flash Glory from death Snatch under her breath That grievous ghost Petals of An unborn bride ~ In silent light Dark flower Under night Eternal madness swells

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Arlo Parker

Date: 12/26/2023 11:22:00 PM

Provocative piece, Nat. life of Lily or...? :o)

Ghairo Daniels

Date: 12/23/2023 3:15:00 AM

Love the last lines : “...in silent light..eternal madness swell ..” so powerful ~ eternality can swell into madness, yet in the very madness, is silent light . I didn’t even know the Himalayas had a lily : trust it to denote Love so precisely.

Mat Ignacio
Date: 2/8/2024 9:04:00 PM

my appreciation to you, ghairo, for taking the time - take care

Bill Baker

Date: 12/16/2023 9:24:00 PM

A tribute poem to a very rare flower, the Himalayan Lily. It takes so long to manifest and then dies so quickly. Your poem can also use it as a metaphor of love. Long in developing into true love, then capable of ending so quickly. Intriguing poetry, Mat. I enjoyed reading your poetry today. Write On! Bill

Mat Ignacio
Date: 2/8/2024 9:03:00 PM

thank you bill for the thoughtful response - all the best to you as well

Hiya Sharma

Date: 12/16/2023 7:32:00 AM

Oh my, this is such an enchanting poem that explores the fascinating realm of the Himalayan Lily in such a gorgeous way. Although, metaphorically it can be interpreted for a magical woman too.. I am truly mesmerized by the beautiful flow of this poem as it swirls in so much elegance and depth.. Gorgeously crafted ~ enjoyed reading this..

Mat Ignacio
Date: 12/16/2023 7:51:00 PM

i appreciate your kind response

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 12/15/2023 3:50:00 PM

I've heard of the outstanding beauty of the Himalayan Lilly. I love the metaphor for a beautiful and enchanting woman. The last three lines were powerful. Enjoyed the read...have a great weekend, Sara

Mat Ignacio
Date: 12/16/2023 7:51:00 PM

thank you for the visit, sara

Silent One

Date: 12/15/2023 9:48:00 AM

Sounds like a beautiful flower ans a metaphor for an enchanting woman..

Mat Ignacio
Date: 12/15/2023 12:07:00 PM

could be both...or neither;) - intrigued by the flower though, takes seven years to bloom then dies