I Am More

I am more than your definitions
more than affixed labels
placed on my anatomy
more than your misconceptions
or even valid perceptions
I am more

I am more than what's written of me
More than what the eye can see
more than what the heart can feel
more than what you think is real
I am more

Yes, more...

I am even more
that the boundaries I set for myself
more than the limitations I conceive
more than what even I believe
to be me
I am more

emanating from my core
are little particles of truth
dressed in the light of poetry
a mystery revealed
a little of the universe
~~outer and inner~~
      set free
your reality reshaped
from a different world view
and cultural dimension
religious hues
shining through
all part of who I am
now part of you
but then again
it's true
I am more than these...

I am a valid element of history
soul written in rhyme 
truth confined to a time
lines someone will read
and be changed
for an instant
perhaps eternity

thus, I am
I was
and I will be
part of the continuum
of life
of eternity
I am more
infinitely more
than what you see

I am what's meant to be...

Eileen Manassian
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017


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Date: 11/9/2017 6:34:00 PM
Nice, loved it. Keep on, keeping on because you are certainly more.
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Date: 11/4/2017 10:48:00 AM
Very mystical ... spiritual write, Eileen. I really was captivated by the weave of your intrepid words. Such an artful poetic tapestry offered to us readers. Your talented pen write golden thoughts. Pure sparkling poetry. An instant fave, my dear friend. Love and joy always.
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Date: 10/24/2017 5:43:00 PM
Yes it is along journey to self acceptance It is a struggle to get there. Yet sooner or later we do get there. I enjoyed this poem. have a nice evening my friends.
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Date: 10/15/2017 8:34:00 AM
We are all more than the sum of the parts we play, it's such a shame that not enough of us realize that, wonderful write Eileen, you are what's meant to be...
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Date: 10/13/2017 2:09:00 AM
Here, more is much more, less is too little...I deeply appreciate your inner strength, Eileen- and the courage " to say it like it is." You are a true encouragement to those of us needing a firm nudge in the right direction- and away from suspicious negativity, with it's lack of insight. Not everyone else is always " right" in their estimation of us as individuals- who knows what each of us has gone through in a desperate quest to find inner enlightenment? Compassion breeds compassion.xxx! :-)
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/13/2017 3:48:00 AM
What a thoughtful comment, dear. It's a long journey to self acceptance. I can't say that I'm fully there, but there are days when I am well enough to think that I can withstand anything. There are days when I feel crushed. I write...I always write. This happens to be a good time. Thanks for reading and seeing the heart of the matter. Blessings.
Date: 10/9/2017 6:51:00 PM
Just beautiful!!! Need I say "more"? A FAV for sure!
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/13/2017 3:49:00 AM
Loved this! No, you need not say more, but I need to...THANK YOU! :) I appreciate it, dear.
Date: 10/9/2017 4:48:00 PM
I arrive late with belated deserved congrats on p.o.t.d., Eileen! You write in the first person, but speak for many of us, especially those who lose faith in themselves and their abilities. This goes to my favs. Hugs // paul
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/13/2017 3:50:00 AM
Paul, dear...you are never late. You are....always in my heart. Thank you for your kind comment, dear. I miss you. Life has been so busy of late. Hugs, dear...
Date: 10/8/2017 10:41:00 PM
You are one beautiful poetess! This poem is my evidence of that!
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/13/2017 3:51:00 AM
Your comments drips sweetness, dear. Thank you! :)
Date: 10/8/2017 4:00:00 PM
Wow! This piece is a true depiction of beauty. It was conveyed uniquely and brilliantly. A well flowing poem.
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/8/2017 10:20:00 PM
Thank you, Afolabi. Good to see you here at my page. Blessings.
Date: 10/8/2017 8:39:00 AM
Hi Eileen, today we are celebrating our son's wedding. My family is all here from Ontario so I am on cloud 9!
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/8/2017 10:19:00 PM
I'm so thrilled for you, Richard. Enjoy the celebrations to the max! Love to the family. May God bless this union with love and happiness.
Date: 10/4/2017 3:39:00 PM
I came back for more! Hugs and have a wonderful weekend.
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/8/2017 3:06:00 AM
Thank you, dear. As always, it's a pleasure to see you here on my page....multiple times at that! :)
Date: 10/3/2017 8:02:00 AM
I see congrats are in order POTD!
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/8/2017 3:06:00 AM
Thanks, dear. I'm beaming
Date: 10/3/2017 8:01:00 AM
Ha ha, great minds indeed! Hugs Rick.
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/8/2017 3:07:00 AM
:) Yes, great minds! That's affirmative!
Date: 10/3/2017 12:10:00 AM
Congratulations Eileen on POTD, amazing write like always...Maria
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/8/2017 3:08:00 AM
Thank you, Maria. Kind of you, dear.
Date: 10/2/2017 10:46:00 PM
Very nicely extolled, Eileen...and a much deserving accolade in POTD - extremely well done! My very warmest regards as always. :) john
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/8/2017 3:10:00 AM
Thank you, John. It's good to have your words of affirmation. I'm glad this piece was well received. Hugs
Date: 10/2/2017 7:32:00 PM
WOW that was amazing!
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/2/2017 8:06:00 PM
Thank you, Taylor. Much appreciated.
Date: 10/2/2017 1:36:00 PM
Best poem I have as a POTD, thus far.
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/2/2017 8:07:00 PM
That is high praise, indeed. I'm humbled by your kind comment. Thank you.
Date: 10/2/2017 1:28:00 PM
congratulations eileen excellent pen as always pal
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/2/2017 8:08:00 PM
Liam, dear, thank you for the visit. You are always gracious to me.
Date: 10/2/2017 10:51:00 AM
Yes you are, Eileen - and you raise us up with you! Congratulations.
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/2/2017 8:08:00 PM
Thank you, dear. My PS community is certainly dear to my heart. Hugs :)
Date: 10/2/2017 9:17:00 AM
Richard is right, but instead ot rating your poem, I will fave it. It's so true, and beutiful on top of everything else.
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Date: 10/2/2017 8:09:00 PM
To be faved by another poet gives my extreme joy, Darren. Thank you, dear. Blessings.
Date: 10/2/2017 8:29:00 AM
Back for Congratulations Hugs! ;) I hope this brings you warm smiles all day love all day xomo
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/2/2017 8:13:00 PM
It does, Maureen, it does. Thanks for the repeat visit. Those are always extra special! :) XO
Date: 10/2/2017 8:23:00 AM
Wow! And wow again. Eileen I loved everything about this amazing write. You have penned a powerful piece . The message of "I am more" spoke loud and clear. I agree you are much more than what could ever be written on a page. Congratulations on getting the poem of day. It was most definitely well deserved. This would have been an easy seven hands down:-) Alexis
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/2/2017 8:16:00 PM
Thanks, Alexis. Each one of us has a wealth of treasure to share with the world. Sometimes we belittle ourselves, and that's a shame. I'm glad this piece conveyed a positive message, and I'm glad you enjoyed reading it. I appreciate your words of encouragement and praise. Bless you for that, sweetie. You bring my heart joy...
Date: 10/2/2017 7:54:00 AM
You are amazing Eileen! beautiful talented and I am blessed to have you as a friend:-) hugs jan xx
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/2/2017 8:18:00 PM
Oh, sweetie...as am I. I am blessed to know you and to call you friend. :) I send you lots of cyber hugs. XO
Date: 10/1/2017 2:08:00 PM
- You are you ... unique and beautiful, dear friend - hugs & love // Anne-Lise :)
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/2/2017 8:18:00 PM
As are you, Sunshine. You spread love and light everywhere you go. XOXOX
Date: 10/1/2017 10:02:00 AM
Too funny, our poems are very different but we almost have the same titles. What are the odds??! Amazing poem Eileen! I wish we could still rate poems 777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777888888888888888888888888888888888
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/2/2017 8:20:00 PM
That's what I love to see, someone dear to my heart showering me with goodness. Thank you, Richard. I read your poem, but will be by to post soon. Imagine that. Great minds an all that! ;)
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