Sacred Beloved In Collaboration With Silent One

Every night I close my eyes, 
loneliness suffocates my soul. 
I rapidly escape through a portal of dreams,
where we once met with a passionate embrace. 

In your arms I felt alive, 
but dreams fade away like stars afraid of dawn.
Loneliness returns with its gloomy silence,
yet again, I am absorbed in cloudy days.
I remain alone, intoxicated in your thoughts, 
But I yearn to be found, like an undiscovered treasure.

I want to be touched, to be adored.
My heart yearns to smile once more, 
laugh from my soul,  feel alive, 
dancing on clouds, our stepping stones to heaven.

I want just you.

I recall, how the mysteries of the universe,
bonded our souls to ignite lost flames.
Vibrant embers floating from star to star,
how stardust glittered in your hair.
Naked moon shone through your eyes -
as the galaxy admired us drifting nonchalantly. 

In horizon's black shroud,
you were a masterpiece of magnification.
Subtle artistry of your touch,
seduced silent stars to sigh.
But as each star faded away,
Jealous sun stole you from me.

In my breathless ambiguity, 
I ponder if you were a hallucination or fantasy -
only my lover in distant dreams.

Now the beat of my heart is out of tune,
in the absence of my sacred beloved.
Yet, I still feel you inside me.

I curse the necessities of reality,
searching for my spiritual lover.
Close my eyes, to sleep for eternity -
seeking that alternative phenomenon.

Where romance and love reside in a never ending story.

An amazing collaboration with my dear friend Silent One
3 November 2020



I was bullied two years ago here and was too scared and hurt so I left. But today I am back to stay. Thanks to our great friend Silent One for his most encouragement and belief in me. 

Thank you
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De Beaulieu Avatar
November 23, 2020 at 11:08 AM
Hello Allina Downing, when one partner does not feel love, for the other person, it hurts. It hurts badly like you feel you will fall apart ,romance should reside as a never ending story. Enjoy your day my friend.
Brul Avatar
November 15, 2020 at 1:07 PM
Stunning collaboration dear Akkina. Congratulations on POTD. Keep coming!
Krutsinger Avatar
November 15, 2020 at 12:20 AM
Congrats on POTD. This one is exquisitely done. Wow! Great job my friends!
Inman Avatar
November 14, 2020 at 1:29 PM
Absolutely beautiful.
Dome Avatar
November 13, 2020 at 9:56 AM
This could have been written for me. I relate so much. I'm sorry about what happened to you. I was bullied too.So glad you are back. You are both so talented. Please stay. They're not worth it, you are friend. Enjoyed reading. Left inspired. Rake care both of you Pete.
Buehler Avatar
November 11, 2020 at 9:38 PM
This collaborative poem is exquisite, Akkina! Congratulations on POTD. It's a Fave.
Macfarlane Avatar
November 11, 2020 at 4:47 PM
Congratulations to the both of you for this amazing collaboration and POTD. Welcome back. Hugs
La France Avatar
November 11, 2020 at 10:33 AM
Kina, I am glad you are back, same thing happened to me, and I came back too, this is a beautiful collaboration with Silent, he is really a wonderful and caring man _Constance
Williams Avatar
November 10, 2020 at 9:22 PM
This is so beautiful! I love the flow of two writers blending their words into one voice...seamless!
Y. Avatar
November 9, 2020 at 5:59 PM
WoW! Anika, You and Silent One have penned such a well written collaboration. Your ink flows great together! I found it to be romantic and alluring at the same time. Excellent job. PS, Anika I noticed that you weren’t around, I didn’t know it was because of bullying. Cyberspace bullies are nothing but cowards. I’m so glad you back:-) Alexis
Robinson Jr. Avatar
November 9, 2020 at 7:25 AM
Such a beautiful poem, Akkina and SO. A most romantic collaboration. Ink seduction from beginning to end. Love and more love always.
Robinson Jr. Avatar
November 9, 2020 at 7:26 AM
So glad to hear your lovely voice again. Love and joy forever.
Michael Avatar
November 8, 2020 at 7:41 AM
Great news...and a heartfelt poem... Welcome back...Congratulation to both, Akkina Downing and your guiding star Silent One on POTD...Well done
Downing  Avatar
November 7, 2020 at 7:11 AM
Again, thank you all so much for your outpouring support... Silent One is an amazing poet and friend, I’m grateful to him for working with me and bringing me back to soup... xoxo
S     Avatar
November 6, 2020 at 2:32 AM
So happy to see you return Kina! You have so much talent as evidenced here in this beautiful poem of longing for what was and our need to feel loved. Silent One is such an inspiration to us all!! Xoxo
Dietrich Avatar
November 5, 2020 at 3:37 PM
I remember seeing this at SO's page and I thought you guys did a great job together. Also I see it's a POTD. BIG congrats, dear.
Tor Avatar
November 5, 2020 at 9:18 AM
Hi Akkina welcome back. I am sorry that you had that experience on this site. For every bully there is a thousand great supportive poets , to lift your spirits and give you support. This piece is without question why you should be writing. God bless you...
Edmonds  Avatar
November 5, 2020 at 6:24 AM
Hi Akkina, congratulations on poem of the day, just love this collaboration, romantically beautiful. Well done you and Silent One... Belle
La France Avatar
November 5, 2020 at 5:17 AM
Gershon, congratulations on receiving POTD with this excellent write, a FAV for me _Constance
Williams Avatar
November 5, 2020 at 2:20 AM
My apologies Kina, I didn't realize you had also posted this wonderful poem on your site. As you know i don't often log into PS. I faved it on Silent One's . Anyways its so wonderful to see you getting the honours. Congratulations my dear, you so deserve it. Lovely to see you back....Maria Hugs
Mishra Avatar
November 4, 2020 at 11:54 PM
Congratulations on your POTD Akkina! This one reflects such a soulful music of emotions from your heart. Your strength echoes through your words. Silent One is a brilliant poet and you two have penned a gorgeous piece. Best wishes :)
Jayasankar Avatar
November 4, 2020 at 9:36 PM
Congrats dear Akkina on your POTD!!! A great collaboration by you and Silent One. Hoping to read more of your poems. God bless you dear. Love and hugs :) - Ani
Nicole Avatar
November 4, 2020 at 5:40 PM
"Mysteries of the universe, floating from star to star" There is just something so magical about the sky. Welcome back Akkina. Some words of wisdom on bullies. Feed them and they will always come back for more. Stay grounded and then move on. That is best. A beautiful collaboration. Silent One is so kind and caring. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. ~ Brandy
Lee Sr. Avatar
November 4, 2020 at 4:19 PM
Congratulations! For you and Silent One win. This is a fav for me. I apologize for your mistreatment on this site. Didn't know going. for the last couple years. People can be mean. As my high school teacher told me. Let no one put U down. When someone points a negative finger at you three pointed back to them. Let no one put down your processes of good. Write on-Write on and forever Write on God Don't Make No mess, You are blessed share ALWAYS God and your combined Co-creativity--- : )
Watt Avatar
November 4, 2020 at 3:28 PM
Akkina, it's nice to meet you. Your poem is amazing. I'm glad you came back, and I'm happy your collaboration with Silent One received the honor of POTD today ~ John
Downing  Avatar
November 4, 2020 at 1:37 PM
Hello everyone Wow, I am speechless! I am truly truly grateful and honored. I can’t thank you enough for your kind words and support. I thank you all so much with all my heart
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