In Honor of You -

Invited into Her circle
of five points,one for each
of the qualities She crystallizes,
truth as fire, earth as nourishment,
body in water, lights in air, and ether as love,
in Her center a sacred thought having origin in primal purpose,

we embraced as immortals do,
mouth to ear and song to song,
mind to memory and wish to wisdom,
connecting with the ease of melody on morning's hope,

frollicing within the gamble of a galaxy grown mad from curiosity,
the path of the Prime Mover performs a pounce along our venerable vertebrae,
She widens a door which illuminates a portico,columns white marble and red veins,
tempered flames in low tremble make vigil to the death bed masks of ancestors,
who made glory a partner against multitudes of dangers,such as living without loyalty,
encouraged by Her gravitas,Her need for a hero,I stared into those vacant eyes
on the pedestals held upright by iron frames,and I heard them chant I must for Her,

made so lovely with a crown of moon glow,
I kissed this Woman's hand,heaven in my sight,
my oath to vindicate Her from profane might,
I awoke facing a mirror,believing in Her dearly,
my headgear fastened and plumed,
feathers of a hawk and eagle divinely sprout atop,
from then I only knew Her words,and a dreamy picture,
however,I trusted Her affection,I could live on Her meaning -

J.A.B.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Shahein Avatar
December 18, 2015 at 6:30 PM
Justin please don't u ever stop writing romantic poems...This is remarkable...u know exactly how to touch people's souls and hearts in so damn freaking awesome way....where do I find someone like u ? Seriously I want to marry someone like wake up with a rose beside my head and a lovely poem with words like the one u write...I can give my life time for a minute of those...great write as always..hugs / / :) dalia
Bordner Avatar
December 19, 2015 at 3:34 AM
With your heart on my tongue and your soul in my eyes I will always have romance to lay along your beautiful dreams, kisses that can find your morning desires, roses that will whisper the truths of love into your eager ears hot Poetess...Justin
Manassian Avatar
October 30, 2014 at 2:38 PM
I'm reading through your older writes, Justin. Gleaning so much for the lines about you as an author, man, and warrior. Fascinating.
Bordner Avatar
October 31, 2014 at 3:23 AM
To be sustained by trust, to be enlivened by the sheer meaning of our Muses. My Love Muse empowers me beyond the five senses. I love her with my purest passion, with my most diligent dream Jade...J.A.B. Your earlier compositions clearly show the evolution of passion's genius Jade.
Davis Avatar
September 20, 2013 at 1:17 PM
These words are full of romance, love, passion and emotion. It takes the reader on a journey of devotion and joy. nice job
Bordner Avatar
September 24, 2013 at 2:03 PM
I thank you Robin for sharing this magic with me - J.A.B. %
Breidenthal Avatar
July 29, 2013 at 4:01 PM
I have to come back to some of these masterpieces. This poem is worth reading at least five times. That last line... it wraps everything up so nicely, so dramatically, yet so calmly. :) Thank you kindly for your support on my work. Always, Laura
Bordner Avatar
July 31, 2013 at 2:14 PM
The last line is a beautiful and tender sentiment - I thank you for feeling it too Laura - a beautiful balance was achieved with this write, thank you so much for honoring my inspiration and ability my friend - J.A.B. %
Gasun Avatar
October 11, 2012 at 1:15 AM
Oh, how romantic Justin. I love it!!! Congratulations for an awesome write. You're so great! Thank you so much for your precious time reading my latest poem. Have a wonderful day alway!! hugs:) Leonora
Bordner Avatar
October 11, 2012 at 9:22 PM
Thank you so much Leonora for using your precious time to write fine natural poetry - I would be nothing without inspiration my friend - J.A.B. %
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October 1, 2012 at 11:44 PM
Thank you Justin, for your comment...I see you knew exactly were i was coming from.. The tragedy i wrote about was my own experience, and how my daughter had to endure the pain with me... and all she would do is hold my hand and ask me, why,, I guess at such a young age, i did not understand, myself.. thank you very much,,, xox~pd
Bordner Avatar
October 2, 2012 at 1:49 PM
The write was all too real for fiction PD. - so beautifully fragile, brave and maternal - your poetry is a continuous lesson for me - this is why you are my Sphinx! - J.A.B. %
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September 5, 2012 at 4:49 AM
This is just beautiful. I think that you are a Romantic at heart. Again thanks for sharing. Lucilla
Bordner Avatar
October 2, 2012 at 1:44 PM
I am Lucilla - sometimes I'm uncertain whether or not its a vice or virtue my friend - J.A.B. %
Wesley Avatar
August 28, 2012 at 6:52 AM
Such scope and depth in this imaginative write Justin; I was fascinated with the story and had to read itseveral times toabsorbit all. Wonderful!
Bordner Avatar
August 29, 2012 at 10:45 AM
I humbly thank you Elizabeth for putting your valuable time into this composition of love and loyalty - J.A.B.
Alvez Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 8:59 PM
A heart speaks! Absolutely lovely! Cynthia
Bordner Avatar
August 29, 2012 at 10:43 AM
I'm doing my best to sustain the harmony of my heart and Creator Cynthia - thanks for the absolute kindness! J.A.B.
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August 27, 2012 at 10:52 AM
such elegants woven into this wonderful saga of honour and love.
Bordner Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 2:18 PM
Glad to know that you respect this tender mystery Horseman - Looking forward to reading your work - thanks - J.A.B. %
Andresen Avatar
August 26, 2012 at 12:01 PM
Bravo Justin - You have written a poem that touches a lot of feelings and hearts. An impressive poem from you Justin - like it a lot dear poet. oxox / / Anne-Lise
Bordner Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 2:20 PM
Thanks again for the love Anne - One can't go wrong when they obey inspiration - J.A.B. %
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August 25, 2012 at 5:46 PM
Speachless. Eyes filling with the emotion this brings to my heart. Understanding such beauty.
Bordner Avatar
August 26, 2012 at 12:25 AM
Touching your heart means the world to me Jay - Thank You for understanding my friend - J.A.B.
Palmer Avatar
August 25, 2012 at 1:35 PM
loved the flow your words are beautiful,enjoyed JB
Bordner Avatar
August 26, 2012 at 12:26 AM
I respect your work Rich, and I'm proud that you like mine - thanks - J.A.B.
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August 25, 2012 at 5:34 AM
A rich and flowing piece Justin; I imagine the person honoured must be very worthy of such, praise ( well woven write ) Joe..)
Bordner Avatar
August 26, 2012 at 12:27 AM
Yeah Joe, She is - thank you - J.A.B. %
Wesley Avatar
August 24, 2012 at 6:49 PM
Elegant and charming, great scope and seems to have a feeling from knights of the round table or some other ancient piece where chivalry was in vogue. My imagination flares as I read this and it was so satisfying.
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August 26, 2012 at 12:32 AM
Thanks for the deep response Elizabeth - scope is a fascinating way to describe the manner of this piece - you are a wise woman, and your praise is not undervalued by me - glad I could get you thinking about romantic history my friend - J.A.B.
Breidenthal Avatar
August 24, 2012 at 2:28 PM
I especially like the line: "connecting with the ease of melody on morning's hope" :) So pleasant and romantic Always, Laura
Bordner Avatar
August 26, 2012 at 12:34 AM
So glad you respect that metaphor Laura, considering how good yours are - glad to know that you sensed the romantic respect in this poem - J.A.B.
Breidenthal Avatar
August 24, 2012 at 2:24 PM
This was beautiful. :) I really love this one. I will surely read it again.. Always, Laura
Bordner Avatar
August 26, 2012 at 12:37 AM
Re-reading a poet is a very real sign of respect Laura, I cant't express how much I appreciate that sentiment - glad you thought it beautiful - J.A.B.
Dietrich Avatar
August 23, 2012 at 10:07 PM
This one makes me visualize VEnus, the Goddess of love. It seems mythical!! A tribute that is very beautiful.
Bordner Avatar
August 24, 2012 at 10:12 AM
Devotion, and sacrafice for hope and Love make life worth living as I'm sure you know Andrea -so nice to have your smiling face,and smiling heart in my box - glad this piece elicits something ancient in your fertile mind - J.A.B.
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August 23, 2012 at 8:51 PM
A resplendent write, Justin! Gallant is your affection and unwavering would be intentions. I'm sure that 'She, who you honor' will know of your great heart and sensibility. Tenderly sublime imagey happening here, Justin. Best wishes, love and respect....Mikki
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August 24, 2012 at 10:00 AM
Resplendent, what a beautiful word! Thank you Mikki! I believe that She does value the honor - I want to employ my strengths for creating hope, and to make meanngful relationships - the love & respect is absolutely mutual Mikki - J.A.B.
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August 23, 2012 at 7:32 PM
Justin, wow.. the image and body of your poem are exciting. I can't express how much i love this poem, every line has something i like.. first i wanted to go with the beginning ... than i got to the "crown of moon glow" your last 8 lines are mind blowing,,, I wish my man felt this way..he is so self centered... It makes me sad, you can honor someone this way.. I long for a heart like yours... This poem has been very much to my interest.. (ps,,i put out a new poem today) always yours..PD
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August 24, 2012 at 9:47 AM
I gain much comfort,and inspiration from sharing with you my heart in this unique mansion of poetry Linda - you satisfy something hungry in me too - I'm awed by your Art & Soul! Your man is lucky to have you, I, am lucky to know you PD. - I can feel the authenticity of your interest and I love you for it - thank you - J.A.B. %
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