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The last 39 Minutes

Dear Life, that betrayed the heart-shaped shells, breathing colors of coral caves in slow cadence, I’ve surfed through whirling waves of woeful rhymes, to navigate tides of tormented tercets, to cleanse my stained soul with briny bliss, to illuminate the bruised blues with vibrant verses… Yet, time revealed the fragrance of frosted farewells, how moving minutes mourn~ the maleficent melodies of inhumane humankind, while nurtured nature was played in sheer ignorance… And as the last drop of ink spills~ upon the crystalline canvas of troubled turquoise, I whisper to the moon-pearled skyline in soft rose dialects, remember these words as my penultimate prose. I was once inspired by the silver ring of lotus lunar; now I struggle to carve my thoughts into coherent metaphors, as halcyon hues of my muse refuse to collaborate and curate, and surging currents of existence ripple with runes of rhinestone ruins, reflecting the aching darkness of midnight musings, for I’ve long been clothed in shades of dusk and dawn, carrying pain in scented silence and solitude. Tonight, I’ll forgive the sun that forgot my name, rest my bleeding pen within the unconditional love of my beloved kin, as I fashion a bronze casket of black daisies and withered promises, to forever dream in lucid lilacs and lyrical lullabies. Remember, I’ve waltzed through the weary wilderness, danced beneath dwelling dreariness, now preparing to set sail upon seraphic realms of eternal serenity, where everlasting evergreens of Eden~ shall calm the chaos within my eclipsed psyche. There the wind shall steer my silhouette to where she belongs, a meadow of jasmines and dahlias, emanating thirty-nine twists and turns of tuneless memories...

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Date: 10/1/2024 9:12:00 AM
Whoa!! Interesting work for the contest. Reads like a good contender to me. Way to go. Thanks for sharing. My last 39 minutes wouldn't be that elaborate or at least I don't think so. Sara K
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Date: 9/30/2024 8:15:00 AM
Hun, I can't put it in words how much I love this poem... Sigh, it truly tugged at my heart in so many ways and made me feel how your emotions must have weighed here, whilst being crafted in a tapestry of poetic hues.. Life is never fair.. And maybe I'm too in a similar kayak as you that's why I also posted a poem on the similar theme.. Ahh, we are always so connected! I feel absolutely sinking in the vulnerability that you've portrayed in many lines. And that's why, poetry enables us to breathe
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Date: 10/1/2024 8:26:00 AM
Thank you for such a thoughtful and sweet response and for delving deep into the depths of what iv expressed! Its always good to see you here, im grateful for your presence and its a pleasure reading you too! Thank you for this sincere comment!
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Date: 9/30/2024 8:19:00 AM
I genuinely love everything about this write and can totally sense those "last 39 minutes" feelings here.. "heart-shaped shells, breathing colors of coral caves in slow cadence, ", "I whisper to the moon-pearled skyline in soft rose dialects", "Tonight, I’ll forgive the sun that forgot my name" That hits really hard! "There the wind shall steer my silhouette to where she belongs, a meadow of jasmines and dahlias, emanating thirty-nine twists and turns of tuneless memories... " My goodness.. Now this is what means 'poetry' to me and that end gave me goosebumps.. Beyond ethereal & soulful.. Sending you love & light always, this angelic star missed reading your words..
Date: 9/30/2024 5:05:00 AM
Only at the end of life do we truly understand what we have achieved and what more we can achieve. This poem uses great alliteration and metaphors. Well done.
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Date: 10/1/2024 8:03:00 AM
Thank you dear victor for your kind support always
Date: 9/30/2024 2:28:00 AM
I love this sis. The imagery in “the bronze casket of black daisies and withered promises” especially powerful, evoking a sense of sorrow and resignation. The line “forgive the sun that forgot my name” resonates deeply, expressing a poignant loneliness. The lyrical flow, particularly “halcyon hues of my muse refuse to collaborate,” beautifully captures the struggle of creative inspiration. Bravo
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Date: 10/1/2024 8:01:00 AM
Awwn sis such a thoughtful comment thank you so very much always for being so kind and for leaving such an indepth analysis. Grateful always for your presence
Date: 9/29/2024 10:31:00 PM
Gorgeously written and deep, this poem touches me to the core with its evocation of the last 39 minutes! I love the ending. Blessings and hugs.
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Date: 10/1/2024 8:00:00 AM
Awn thank you so much dear evelyn, so grateful for your kindness always
Date: 9/29/2024 9:07:00 PM
Perfection found in a perfect place. This poem transports me from scenes of a troubled life to the hopefulness of tranquility. I enjoy the story.
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Date: 10/1/2024 7:57:00 AM
Awwn thank you dear kind hilda, im always grateful for your supportive and kindness
Date: 9/29/2024 5:52:00 PM
so touching and beautiful images, between fears and hopes, the soul is trapped forever, i could read that thanks a lot for the gracious poem
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Date: 10/1/2024 7:55:00 AM
Thank you for your unwavering support always! Grateful for your support truly
Date: 9/29/2024 4:28:00 PM
so filled with poignant lines taking me straight into your heart, ink...this work is mint!
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Date: 10/1/2024 7:51:00 AM
Thank you dear nette so grateful for your kindness always
Date: 9/29/2024 4:09:00 PM
You spirit truly is deep with a lot to say. Beautiful work, dear Ink. The last part was a genius way to wrap it up- <3 hugs, because I think you need them-
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Date: 10/1/2024 7:49:00 AM
Awwn thank you sweet paige! Hugs back to you
Date: 9/29/2024 3:53:00 PM
Your poetry is both ever lasting and evergreen. How can anyone truly understand the nature of the soul, only in its last revelation can we catch a glimpse of the life one has lived so intrusively, I love your signature breath of life, I,
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Date: 10/1/2024 7:47:00 AM
That’s such a sweet and kind comment. Truly grateful always sweet rose
Date: 9/29/2024 2:32:00 PM
Beautiful melancholy. The last line really nailed it, those last 39 minutes!
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Date: 10/1/2024 7:02:00 AM
Thank you so much sweet soul aunt
Date: 9/29/2024 2:13:00 PM
Good alliteration and word choices, also that you started it with dear life, well written IE
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Date: 10/1/2024 6:54:00 AM
Thank you dear clive for always being so kind and supportive
Date: 9/29/2024 12:17:00 PM
- Characterized by melancholic beauty and sometimes sparkling hope, dear Ink - Gives room for reflection :) - hugs
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Date: 10/1/2024 6:44:00 AM
Thank you dear anne lise good to see you after a long time. Appreciate your kindness
Date: 9/29/2024 11:14:00 AM
breathing colors of coral caves in slow cadence,.. mmmmm the etherealness of that!!!! surfed through whirling waves of woeful rhymes,Mmmm I feel ya papi!!! cleanse my stained soul with briny bliss, .. mmmhmmmmm mine with barbed wire n still b!)#h is stained .. XD.. I whisper to the moon-pearled skyline in soft rose dialects, struggle to carve my thoughts into coherent metaphors, oooo look at how much grace u bring to these lines papi!!! I’ve long been clothed in shades of dusk and dawn, mmm absolute beauty!!!! I’ll forgive the sun that forgot my name, wat??? The audacity!!!! How very dare the sun!!!! I could NEVERRRRR!! I’ve waltzed through the weary wilderness, danced beneath dwelling dreariness, mmmmmmmm child u have my breath in your palms!!! emanating thirty-nine twists and turns of tuneless memories...Omg that ending is absolutely gorgeous!!! Brilliantly Breathtaking piece!!!
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Date: 9/29/2024 11:15:00 AM
Ololol no words! Hahah
Date: 9/29/2024 10:49:00 AM
Forgive the sun ? Awww…
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Date: 9/29/2024 11:10:00 AM
Is that all u read? Haha thank u dahlin

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