Eileen Manassian Poet Carpe Diem

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I'Ll Celebrate

Don't dare to tell me how to act my age
Or that I'm too much drama on the stage
The curtain call will come, and here am I
I will not acquiesce before I die

I feel that time is running way too fast
This life I live, these moments will not last
There is no time to be sedate and coy
I'll break what binds and bends; I'll capture joy!

Tradition's heavy chain, I'll break somehow
I'll taste, I'll touch, I'll fly, and this I vow
When death comes near to give me fateful kiss
I will not weep, for nothing is amiss

The song that resonates inside, I'll sing
That hidden fantasy to light I'll bring
The cloistered dream, I'll set to frenzied flight
I will indulge my whims that bring delight

I will not leave my thoughts untouched by verse
I'll bless with words, immune to sting of curse
With blaze of light, I'll burn in brazen bliss
My lust for life I'll fill, nothing I'll miss

So do not tell me what to do or say
I may not live for longer than this day
And I will not accept a normal state
I'll forge my life my way; I'll celebrate!

Eileen Manassian

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Paul Callus March 9, 2016 at 12:59 PM You are one of those who have this natural ability to sense excellent meter and rhyme, Eileen! The poem in itself shines through its positive attitude, so live your life your way and try to enjoy it day by day (that's how I look at things nowadays...as the years take their toll!). So...why not celebrate:) hugs // paul Eileen Manassian March 9, 2016 at 1:41 PM My dear....I wish you every good thing. Yes, the more we age, the more we realize that we need to live without regrets. I cannot bear to leave this world not having done the things that I wish to do. It weighs heavily on me. Thanks for your visit, dear. Hugs :)

Tom Quigley March 9, 2016 at 12:38 PM Go get it!! Great poem. Eileen Manassian March 9, 2016 at 1:42 PM Thanks, Tom. :) I appreciate your post.

Timothy Hicks March 9, 2016 at 12:12 AM The critics are many, and the appreciative are few ... there are too many things to be joyful about. Go ahead and celebrate, Eileen. Be the first clap to start an applause. Wonderful write. Eileen Manassian March 9, 2016 at 1:43 PM I usually am the first to clap to start an applause. ;) When we have assembly and someone has finished speaking...I usually encourage students to show appreciation by starting to clap myself. :) Thanks, Timothy. It's always good to hear from you, dear.

Casarah Nance March 8, 2016 at 8:20 AM Wonderful! This radiates pride and positive feelings :) Eileen Manassian March 9, 2016 at 1:44 PM Thanks, Cas. I really appreciate the visit, dear.

Richard Lamoureux March 7, 2016 at 8:45 AM I love this triumphant spirit Eileen. It is best to be yourself and live life to its fullness. Hugs Rick. Thanks for visiting my older pieces. Eileen Manassian March 7, 2016 at 8:46 AM I missed you...and needed to reconnect somehow. Thanks for the visit, dear. Hope all is well with you. Hugs

Laura Breidenthal March 7, 2016 at 1:40 AM "There is no time to be sedate and coy I'll break what binds and bends; I'll capture joy!" A determined and passionate mindset...I love those lines... beautiful one! Always, Laura Eileen Manassian March 7, 2016 at 8:47 AM Thanks, Laura. You are still young....when you get to be my age...48...some of these realities hit you pretty hard. You realize the best is gone...and you just can't afford to NOT live life to the fullest. I preach to my myself because often I just hide away in my room...Thanks for the visit, dear.

Daniel Turner March 6, 2016 at 8:44 PM I love the positive message you put out in this write, Eileen. You have the right attitude. I just might start calling you ol' blue eyes. LOL Peace to you young lady:) Eileen Manassian March 6, 2016 at 8:48 PM HAHAHA...My eyes are as brown as mud, dear one. You can call me whatever you like. I have several nicknames here on the site. I love terms of endearment, so....whatever suits your fancy. Thanks for the visit. Hugs

Ilene Bauer March 6, 2016 at 8:15 PM you go, girl! this poem is worthy of a celebration - as are you, dear eileen! Eileen Manassian March 6, 2016 at 8:26 PM Thanks, sweet Ilene. I feel my bad days intensely...so when the good ones come round....I want to live them to the max! :) I don't want to have regrets when my time comes. Hugs to you.

Charmaine Chircop March 6, 2016 at 2:19 PM Life is worth celebrating,cuz life is beautiful dear Eileen.. life is now...So yes live to sing . Eileen Manassian March 6, 2016 at 8:27 PM Thanks, my Soul Sister. You are right in all you write. I wanted to capture the thought that nothing is guaranteed to us and so we must enjoy every moment. hugs to you....

Anne-Lise Andresen March 6, 2016 at 12:39 PM - Celebrate with smiles and joy my friend Eileen :) - Lovely poem !!! - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Eileen Manassian March 6, 2016 at 8:28 PM Thank you, Sunshine. I'm sending you hugs along these many miles. You surely deserve them! :)

Tim Smith March 6, 2016 at 12:05 PM Live life to the fullest Eileen. Tomorrow is never promised. Eileen Manassian March 6, 2016 at 8:28 PM Yes, Tim. I've seen enough to know the truth of your statement. Thanks ever so much for visiting me. :)