Silent One Poet Free verse

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For Edward Ibeh Pick a Title Vol 41 contest.  Title picked: Paper Kingdom

 

Paper Kingdom

Yesterday, 
when there was clarity,
I arose resembling 
the flames of sunrise.
Like an articulate artist, 
entranced in nature,
I painted fluorescent hues 
upon her butterfly wings.
Together we fluttered 
like timeless rainbows.

Today in narcissistic times of confusion,
I'm drained from fits of indignation,
as triggers fade between black and red,
turbulence from trials and tribulations
release toxic tones into the air we breathe -
as polluted minds clip our paper plane wings.

As I descend like an anaemic sunset,
the language of silence overcomes me.
I feel like a soggy canvas soaking in puddles,
causing carnage to my heart's paper kingdom -
where journals of poetry still hide.

I seek redemption,
searching for a remedy 
from this spell of darkness.
As sensitive stars shimmer upon wild waves,
I place my paper boat on stormy seas -
hoping empathetic winds 
elevate me to her abode.

Tomorrow, 
before the moon
loses patience with twilight,
to mute the inner demons,
I hope to reach the borders of
an angel that cries tears of treasure -
to rescue her from her paper castle.

To soothe melancholic mornings of mourning,
I'll place each crystal drop into a paper lunch bag,
so we can feed upon morsels of compassion,
because together we are an antidote for real pain.

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Edward Ibeh February 11, 2024 at 5:08 AM Congratulations on your top win in my contest with this exceptional penning, SO. I love how you swing the pendulum between the past and the future.

Speaks Volumes February 9, 2024 at 6:36 PM Congratulations on your placement in this contest S.O. I truly fine poem. Well Done.

Paige Hind January 31, 2024 at 2:19 PM Beautoful. Remember poetry like this. :) When you're despairing...

Sotto Poet January 26, 2024 at 10:13 AM Your poem exhibits exceptional skills in its portrayal of the profound intricacies of life, dear Silent One. Your composition is a remarkable and impactful work that encapsulates the very essence of the human condition. Your depiction of butterfly wings and eternal rainbows is truly awe-inspiring. Furthermore, your depiction of the paper kingdom serves as a poignant metaphor, illustrating the delicate nature of our emotions and the potent influence wielded by our words.

Jerry Brotherton January 26, 2024 at 8:10 AM Tomorrow, before the moon loses patience with twilight...just one of so many brilliant lines, that it's hard to pick a favorite. This free verse is definitely going on my fav list. Wonderfully done Silent One.

Vijay Pandit January 26, 2024 at 5:46 AM Thoughts woven through yesterday, today, and tomorrow transform the journey into something better and bold. Wonderfully dwelling in emotions, SO.

Victor Buhagiar January 26, 2024 at 5:28 AM Life is a mixture of joy and sadness, depending on circumstances. I have much to worry these days. Loved the allusions to butterflies and paper boats. Splendid as usual.

Valsa George January 26, 2024 at 3:59 AM From the pinnacles of joy, one can easily slip down into the nadir of pain. Butterfly wings and paper boats are two images bringing out the contrast in your mood so well. How powerfully you have dealt with your inner chaos! You not only seek for a redemption from your troubled state but also wish to save an angel from a similar state. "I hope to reach the borders of an angel that cries tears of treasure - to rescue her from her paper castle....."

Deb M January 26, 2024 at 1:57 AM Great poem Mr S….one that will resonate with many! Confusion , darkness…we all experience that and better days! Debx

Mystic Rose Rose January 25, 2024 at 6:21 PM Say that paper boat ever closer to God's horizon and never doubt it S O, it will stay afloat no matter what , if you BELIEVE :)

Daniel Henry Rodgers January 25, 2024 at 4:30 PM Dear Silent One this is a beautiful and striking piece that captures the essence of the human experience. Your imagery of the butterfly wings and the timeless rainbows is breathtaking. The paper kingdom you describe is a wonderful metaphor for the fragility of our emotions and the power of our words. I love it! - Blessings, Daniel

Sara Kendrick January 25, 2024 at 2:40 PM Melancholy or depression is so real and is devastating for so many people today. You have described the feelings like you have been there. Thanks for sharing this one with us and for dropping by my page. Sara K

Duke Beaufort January 25, 2024 at 12:52 PM I see this day as a journey. It started great, but then something came up not so good that brought on a decline. Then you work out a plan to work with another to find some antidote. Such is life for real, we seek the things that can make us feel good, and we hope we can do some good things with others as well. Very interesting how you put it!

Joseph May January 25, 2024 at 12:26 PM Seeking clarity amid the confusion, Very nicely penned Silent

Anne-Lise Andresen January 25, 2024 at 11:40 AM - I feeling this "whirlwind" ... positive thoughts seem like an antidote ... a deeply sensitive poem, S.O. - hugs

Ink Empress January 25, 2024 at 10:47 AM Deep write this is silent one, i felt so much reading this very creative poem for “paper kingdom” sometimes in times of darkness when all is but a blurred vision, we tend to end up losing focus, or losing what we think or feel might be true. Or right. Especially like youve said “ as triggers fade between black and red, turbulence from trials and tribulations release toxic tones into the air we breathe” its important to recognize ones triggers and understand where its coming from to rise beyond Ink Empress January 25, 2024 at 10:49 AM I loved the alliterations and word weaving in this and flow of imagery throughout your poem so well articulated as always. I especially found the ending soul hitting and moving! Although ofcourse every word in this is so heartfelt and felt sincerely expressed in the most eloquent manner. Pleasure always reading your work! Best wishes for the contest