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written for the contest sponsored by john lawless, took a line and just wrote what came to me. 

I can’t believe I thought that

I can’t believe I thought that there’d be no darkness when it’s dawn,
I’ll be your queen of hearts, even if the cosmos did crack, 
‘forever’ exists as an unseen reality, and the sun will always sprinkle saffron crumbles, 
upon vivacious petals of violet roses, 
painted by poetic dreamers with writers block,
amidst sharpened thorns and thickened thistles. 

But why do golden flares burn the selfless skin of silken silhouettes that swirl to his salmon streaks? 
Is there no empathy left in cerulean spheres?

I remember the warmth of his solar presence,
and how he whispered sweet tales to the blue breeze;
he said he loves the storm that sits on 
the edge of angst,
yet he chose to flee, in the quest of citrine light,
at the sight of roaring rain and raven clouds, 
too reluctant to walk beneath skies engulfed in chaos. 

I ponder, who am I to blame? 
when the truth is, I assumed the splitting songs of this thunder-struck canvas,
would never be a reason for him to erase inked promises.

Perhaps, I should have seen, how the sparkling stars waned in silence,
and the moon veiled its pearl necklace,
tired of the monsoon monsters, mercilessly moving,
above seas so calmly awaiting~
cantaloupe wings of the compassionate sun. 

So, today, I’ll follow our honey-glazed dreams, 
still left along ivory shores,
adorned with seashell souvenirs, 
while reminiscing how, you wove profound pantoums,
from refined refrains of rhythmic romance,
to calm the lawless nature of my inner-psyche. …
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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George Avatar
August 18, 2024 at 8:57 PM
I knew this poem would be placed high. Had the pleasure of reading it once again. Congratulations sweet friend on your placement.
Lawless Avatar
August 18, 2024 at 8:55 AM
Well, you just took the line and ran with it leaping, snapping, splashing silhouetted against the sunset....Amazing write Empress.
Empress Avatar
August 18, 2024 at 12:13 PM
Wow thank you so much! I didnt expect to get placed at all! Truly grateful dear john! Honored
George Avatar
May 25, 2024 at 7:41 AM
Emotions are greatly expressed when there's a mix. There are lots of questions and reasons why things happen and we honestly want to get answers, however, what's left in the air sometimes is just cold. Nothing more, cold, more cold and freezing responses. Lovely expression and alliterations. Always a pleasure reading your piece dear fantastic creator Ink.
Ray Choudhury Avatar
May 24, 2024 at 3:00 PM
Dear Empress, I find this poem of yours is a bit different from your previous ones (which I read), but these are all created by a master of poetic spirit and devices. Love and loss - two greatest emotions are expressed with wonderful alliteration, unusual words, and groups of words, and an overall deeply reflective imageries portraying an emotional personal journey. Love your poem, sending to my FAVES. best wishes ~
George Avatar
May 23, 2024 at 7:35 PM
Emotions. I call them a nagging lightning. You've written so beautifully as you usually do and I miss reading them. "from refined refrains of rhythmic romance, to calm the lawless nature of my inner-psyche." Lovely alliterations. Imagine if we had a means to clear all our hurtful memories, where would those crazy inspirations come from? It would be no fun. Great one Ink.
One Avatar
May 18, 2024 at 7:30 AM
Your poem is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the complex emotions that arise from unmet expectations. Its rich imagery and reflective tone invite the reader into a deeply personal journey of introspection and emotional revelation.. It beautifully captures the nuances of love and loss, blending vivid imagery with emotional depth. It portrays the journey from disbelief and pain to acceptance and the pursuit of dreams, highlighting the resilience of the human spirit amidst heartache.
Beaufort Avatar
May 17, 2024 at 6:27 PM
IE, I'm reading this and wondering how we sometimes want to believe that things will work out...when we have doubts. Some people can't really handle a storm and some might thrive on it. If taking what you say literally, I would ask, have you found a cute storm chaser? There must be a few around (lol).
Maverick Avatar
May 17, 2024 at 12:15 AM
Great word play here; quite abstract in places Which gives it more reality (to me) I'm not sure How others see that?? Anyway enjoyed reading.'
Puddifoot Avatar
May 16, 2024 at 7:40 AM
i like the way you've formatted this with longer lines, pulling back a bit on the adjectives..a lot of colourful imagery, alliteration and unusual word combos; all in all an excellent, deep read..and thanks for my placement in your contest!
Empress Avatar
May 16, 2024 at 10:10 AM
Thank you so much for your kind and uplifting comment dear charlotte. I tried being simple. Hah appreciate always your support for my contests too
George Avatar
May 16, 2024 at 5:08 AM
Hi Empress, what should I say about your poem? Experiences turn out to be bitter. When we grow up in a sheltered atmosphere, we never suspect that there is darkness hiding behind light and there is the pain of sting behind the sweetness of honey. But time exposes us to the bitter realities of life. It is life shattering when we are betrayed by people who we trust and hold close to our heart. "Perhaps, I should have seen, how the sparkling stars waned in silence, and the moon veiled its pearl necklace, tired of the monsoon monsters, mercilessly moving, above seas so calmly awaiting~ cantaloupe wings of the compassionate sun." What a tormenting self reproach. Your poem is matchless in its poetic beauty. Into my FAVE
Empress Avatar
May 16, 2024 at 10:11 AM
Awwn sweet valsa you are so kind thank you so much for this beautiful and uplifting comment your presence makes my day!
Eslinger Avatar
May 15, 2024 at 10:02 PM
Empress, we are Scifi watchers here. Call me odd, but i’ve wondered what poems would be carried along on the Earth’s-end, last spaceships to flee long into the future? Here you’ve written a beauty that i thick will be among those taken…for that reason, a Fav! My wow, sally
Empress Avatar
May 16, 2024 at 10:12 AM
Wow that’s so heart warming to read thank you so very much dear sally. I appreciate your poetic presence always
Greenhough Avatar
May 15, 2024 at 5:40 PM
Definitely, this is a powerful poem. I like how it wraps with the last sentence, " to calm the lawless nature of my inner psyche". This poem is alive, flamboyant in it's directness.
Empress Avatar
May 16, 2024 at 10:16 AM
Thank you so much for always being so kind and generous dear Hilda. Im grateful for your support
Dietrich Avatar
May 15, 2024 at 1:08 PM
Very good one for John. I like how you got his last name in there with your final line. haha!! Beautiful images, Ink. thanks for my win in your contest. I'd have entered my "when Silence Speaks" if I had known it would be an N/A before your contest closed!
Empress Avatar
May 16, 2024 at 10:27 AM
Awn thank you so mich and i loves your poem “ when silence speaks” alot .. hopefully will do another na contest soon again. Appreciate your comment too here
Hind Avatar
May 15, 2024 at 11:19 AM
This is really, really breathtaking- the whole first stanza, how did you come up with that?! All of it though, was such a breathtaking read, and I truly enjoyed reading it- I read it more than once <3
Empress Avatar
May 16, 2024 at 10:29 AM
Dear paige thats such a sweet comment really. I appreciate you so very much always
Poet Avatar
May 15, 2024 at 7:19 AM
Dear Ink, The flow of your poems is never anything less than graceful and flawless. Your creative journey is amazing because it deftly blends the natural world's stunning splendor with the raw emotion of love and grief. The magical depth added by personification of cosmic powers is something I really appreciate. The integration of dream imagery and the way beaches were used to show the eternal power of love were also highly compelling. Having a meaningful discussion brings up nostalgic recollections. Your words are powerful and enhance the poem. I can hear the siren song of yearning. Your incredible artistic endeavor deftly probes the recesses of empathy and broken relationships as it expertly probes the complexities of the human heart.
Empress Avatar
May 16, 2024 at 10:36 AM
Awwn you are so kind thank you dr sotto im so very grateful for your generous support
Rodgers Avatar
May 15, 2024 at 5:51 AM
Dear Empress, I will say that your poetic odyssey is breathtaking with such deep emotion, juxtaposing nature's beauty with the raw vulnerability of love and loss. I really loved how the personification of cosmic elements adds mythical depth, while the imagery of dreams and shores of love's enduring power. Your amazing poetic voice navigates the complexities of the heart with raw authenticity, questioning empathy, and fractured bonds. Finally, I just loved that the closing tribute to profound pantoums offers hope – that poetic expression can calm the lawless nature of the inner psyche. What a captivating FAV piece that leaves me in awe. But why does that surprise me? - Blessings my dear friend, Daniel
Empress Avatar
May 16, 2024 at 11:00 AM
This is so kind of you really! Truly! Im grateful for always your uplifting and soulful comments that shows that you dont just read but you also feel the depth of poems! Thank you also for the fave and for being always so generous! Im beyond grateful
Pandit Avatar
May 15, 2024 at 5:28 AM
Wonderfully reminiscing in dialogue of hearts. Powerful vocabulary throughout, Ink. --So, today, I’ll follow our honey-glazed dreams, still left along ivory shores--- I hear the call of longing.
Rhymes Avatar
May 15, 2024 at 3:40 AM
Wow just wow
Meadows Avatar
May 15, 2024 at 3:22 AM
So beautiful! Well done.
Buhagiar Avatar
May 15, 2024 at 2:36 AM
You are incredible. Your talent soars. To take a few words and with imagination write such a terrific poem. That is why I say I'm no poet, just a wordsmith. Such great imagery like the moon veiled its pearl necklace. Incredibly beautiful. May the divine light always shine upon you.
Onpaper Avatar
May 15, 2024 at 1:29 AM
the sun will always sprinkle saffron crumbles, upon vivacious petals of violet roses,oo the imagery papi!!! golden flares burn the selfless skin of silken silhouettes that swirl to his salmon streaks.. Dayum!! he chose to flee, in the quest of citrine light, at the sight of roaring rain and raven clouds, too reluctant to walk beneath skies engulfed in chaos. *snapping fingers n goin mmmm* honey-glazed dreams, still left along ivory shores, adorned with seashell souvenirs, gorgeous piece papi..
Empress Avatar
May 15, 2024 at 1:32 AM
Haha u had the comment saved papi thanks again for commentn. I had to upload again cus of title and not beinf able to use apostrophes
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