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Memento of Motherhood Premiere Contest Winner

When silver waves of crystalline crescent emanate rhapsodies glazed in Jupiter light.. reflections of bejeweled June comes swirling in tunes of turquoise I feel the sacred sun of my maternal heart, drizzle gossamer dreams entwined in champagne pearl beads~ Upon black diamond spheres, illuminating the wilted winter beneath summer skin revealing an ivory thornless rose; my sun and moon, my reason to sing again for motherhood orchestrates a celestial choir beyond and after….. To my son, my purpose unveiled from fated milky way, emblazoned across the harmonious horizon~ some songs of the soul stay forever, as souvenirs of mellifluous melodies… I think of the times when I was lost within elastic strings of sorrow; the push and pull of emotional waves constantly confusing my inner child, until I heard the first tune within the symphony of life through your carol-like cries, as I held you within my arms. For I’ve dreamt in patience to feel a glimpse of your innocence. There, I found a heavenly sonata through your voice, while I stretched to unfurl my fingers to touch unseen clouds that speak in silence, as magical moments danced below micro oceanic stars. And I still remember the day, golden feathers of sunflower skies, caressed my skin in soft, subtle strokes. I felt the divine depth of halcyon psalms echoing through the air, as God bestowed the most precious light in lines of violet vapors upon my onyx heart. Now I’ll place infinite hibiscus hymns in glass bottles, let the wind navigate you through unsealed doors, show you the path through unnamed streets. I’ve been watching your radiant rays reluctantly extend its way, to embrace and envelope the entire empyrean, those tender years when your tears were like the sound of thunder to my soul, for you’ve always been my strength and weakness. I still question angels residing in the Elysian castle, what would have become of me if not for your unconditional love; unconquerable purity of our ineffable bond, would I be a poet without a purpose? or would I still be an aimless wanderer, soul searching through eclipsed realms? And where would a mother’s heart reside? when the last light of life extinguishes? would you search for lullabies, amongst unexplored galaxies, when empty midnights turn dreams into cold nightmares~ would you plant our favorite seeds in the soil of my resting place? I hope the spirit of these words will forever be cherished, with or without me, as you are the precious memento that framed every misery into miraculous magnificence, from the home of the almighty above.

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Date: 2/4/2024 1:38:00 PM
I can see why this piece was given top honour. Congratulations!
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Date: 2/1/2024 6:43:00 AM
This is so amazing. Words can't do it justice. I just love it. Congrats on your top win. God bless you, with love, Gina
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Date: 1/31/2024 12:58:00 PM
This is so beautiful, a tear-maker. Your son is very blessed. <3 And congrats on your win!
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Date: 1/30/2024 8:38:00 PM
Oh my, this poem is a Masterpiece, what a beautiful dedication to your son. Many years on, he will look at it and cry, truly appreciating the love his Mother holds deep in her heart for him. I see you won first place in the contest. So truly deserved my sweet friend.Love and hugs to you and yours.. Maria
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Date: 1/28/2024 7:25:00 AM
Congratulations on your win with your beautiful poem
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Ink Empress
Date: 1/28/2024 8:15:00 AM
I appreciate always your visits thank you so much truly
Date: 1/28/2024 4:11:00 AM
Congrats dear Ink on a 1st place in Gina's contest! There is something honest and wonderful in your words, a real treasure! (fav)
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Ink Empress
Date: 1/28/2024 6:37:00 AM
Thank you so much sam, i actually sent this poem before posting to my son, hah! Grateful for your support truly
Date: 1/25/2024 11:30:00 AM
WOW what a captivating pure heart write for your beautiful boy sweet Ink….so very moving and beautiful! Debx
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Date: 1/25/2024 7:29:00 AM
At death, a mother's teaching and love lingers forever within us. Our mothers mold and make us for life's journey. Thanks for sharing this one with us and for dropping by my page. Sara K
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Date: 1/25/2024 6:21:00 AM
Dear Ink Empress, Your words are like an ocean of emotions, expressing love, loss, and the timeless bond between a mother and her child. As I immersed myself in the imagery and depth of your verses, I felt transported to a realm where emotions flow like rivers and memories dance in the light of celestial bodies. Your ability to capture the essence of motherhood with such grace and eloquence is truly remarkable.
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Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 1/25/2024 6:22:00 AM
Each stanza unfolds like a delicate flower, revealing layers of meaning and emotion that run deeply with me. But what truly sets your poem apart is the raw honesty and vulnerability with which you write. – Blessings, Daniel
Date: 1/25/2024 3:21:00 AM
- A poem filled with love /// all the feelings a mother has for her child ... time flies ... and the nest is empty - A wonderful poem, Ink :) - hugs
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Date: 1/24/2024 7:06:00 PM
This is a beautiful poem of love to your son. It was a bottomless statement of love. I also touched with your fears of not being there for him when you're no longer here. Having a child is a blessing.
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Date: 1/24/2024 6:09:00 PM
I bet those lovely seeds will spring out each season, love this, :)
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Date: 1/24/2024 5:09:00 PM
absolutely stunning and captivating creation about motherhood. Your words were soulful as you described the transformative power of motherhood. Your devotional to your son is one that he'll treasure in the years to come, for your poem has your voice, your spirit, your love, and compassion woven into each line. What an amazing and captivating poem. Loved the soulful and heartfelt nature of it. Have a splendid evening, hugs, Sara
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Date: 1/24/2024 4:55:00 PM
You all amaze me, this is so captivating to the depths of the soul, wishing many across this world to know this kind of Love, beautiful my friend, love it ,: )
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Date: 1/24/2024 9:20:00 AM
Wow.... wow. I feel stupefied with emotion. I can feel the full warmth of a mother who carries her son as a jewel in the innermost casket of her heart. I too went through the same feelings when I finally became a mother after 12 long years of waiting ! Though I felt I did conquer the universe, I didn't have your ability to transfer my joy and feelings into such a stunning heart stirring poem. This is indeed a poem of immeasurable width and depth. You literally made my eyes well with tears through the lines---"when the last light of life extinguishes? would you search for lullabies, amongst unexplored galaxies, when empty midnights turn dreams into cold nightmares~ would you plant our favorite seeds in the soil of my resting place?" Simply marvelous !!
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Date: 1/24/2024 6:55:00 AM
Wow, the profound love of a mother for her son, the transformative power of motherhood, and your experiences as a mother, reflecting on the impact her son has had on her life and the bond they share. The word choice is rich and evocative, using vivid imagery to convey the depth of your emotions. Phrases like "silver waves of a crystalline crescent," "bejeweled June," and "embrace and envelope the entire empyrean" create a sense of beauty and wonder to enhance the lyrical quality of the poem.
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Date: 1/24/2024 6:18:00 AM
Deeply moving poem, Ink--love exudes throughout from beloved memories of a treasured relationship. --when your tears were like the sound of thunder to my soul, for you’ve always been my strength and weakness-- I hear the joy and worry emanating from mother's heart. Excellent, as always, my friend.
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Ink Empress
Date: 1/24/2024 6:22:00 AM
Thank you so much dear Vijay i appreciate your support truly always grateful for your unwavering support
Date: 1/24/2024 6:12:00 AM
I'll bet you're a good mommy. There was a time I would have done anything for my little boy. But he grew up and changed and now we're estranged. Maybe someday... Awesome poem Inky
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Ink Empress
Date: 1/24/2024 6:21:00 AM
Sigh im so sorry dear tomsz, it must be so painful for you, sometimes we dont write about how children forget the sacrifices that their parents make too. Oneday i will write about that. Stay strong. If my son ever does that he knows im one hell of a clingy mommy lol. But time. Can be so cruel, sigh. Sending you light always
Date: 1/24/2024 6:03:00 AM
It would be a rare thing for a mother not to love her son. Great emotions in this loving poem.
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Date: 1/24/2024 4:57:00 AM
I can see what a wonderful mother you are from your words devoted to your son.. Your words paint a celestial symphony, echoing the tender notes of a mother's love. The vivid imagery, from silver waves to bejeweled June reflections, weaves a tapestry of emotions that resonate deeply. The maternal heart, a sacred sun, drizzles gossamer dreams, and your verses illuminate the wilted winter beneath summer skin...
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Silent One
Date: 1/24/2024 4:58:00 AM
The comparisons of black diamond spheres and an ivory thornless rose unveils a profound contrast, symbolizing the transformative power of motherhood... Your poem is a timeless ode to the sacred bond between mother and son, a melody that transcends the ephemeral, echoing through the empyrean of emotions..
Date: 1/24/2024 3:34:00 AM
silver waves of crystalline crescent emanate rhapsodies glazed in Jupiter light..mmmm that opening line is gorgeous!!! first tune within the symphony of life through your carol-like cries,..heart touching!! God bestowed the most precious light in lines of violet vapors upon my onyx heart… ur melting with such beautiful imagery!!!empty midnights turn dreams into cold nightmares~would you plant our favorite seeds in the soil of my resting place?.. mmm glorious artistry! The purity in this is divine!!!
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Ink Empress
Date: 1/25/2024 11:14:00 AM
Ah papi thank you so much truly
Date: 1/24/2024 3:13:00 AM
It feels like you have said everything I want to say .
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Ink Empress
Date: 1/25/2024 11:12:00 AM
Awwn love you

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