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“since thoughts speak in past tenses, drop mind, rely on senses, embracing and releasing, pain pangs and pleasure pleasing” ~ Unseeking Seeker
The sun w a n e s into the saline swell, and the ether undresses corseted ruminations, while heart follows formless flames illuminated with flares of frankincense forgiveness as mind replays recurring regrets like vinyls~ spinning forlorn runes laced with fallacious fragments, clouding the intricate cycle of lunar~ intuitions with illusive riddles, drifting into the eventide of agony… So I drink and I dine from the hyacinth hands of the golden chalices brimming with turmeric tranquility, listening ~ in sync ~ with the soul of sanguine stillness ricocheting with rustling repose, erasing cracked crevices heavy with ache from soft smears of monarch-bliss strokes, spilling picturesque pigments of peace from Mona Lisa musings to veil visions of vanity, to mask mirrors of melancholy, to soften scarlet streaks of sorrow… Tonight I close the portals of perplexed perceptions, unlocking the crown chakra like forgotten forests glowing with faith and fireflies, allowing stars to glaze my inner psyche with dusts of glistening gratitude, fine-tuning the symphony of Kundalini to musical mists of mindfulness, cloaked in crystalline clovers of clarity~ like an awakened fairy flipping leaves of lotus love, pausing the pulse of pain beneath an empyrean embellished with spiritual elixirs, detached from darkness, clinging neither to the seraphic scriptures nor the egoistic galaxies, sprinkling superficial sparkles of material mantras. As enlightened ink r e m a i n s reliving ~ sewn into the seams of sacredness like endless rivers rippling with opalescent quiescence… O divine almighty, I vow to sow herbs of harmony, engrossed in the timeless phase of rose-wine twilight~ untangling twisted tulips intertwined with weathered willows. As I seek nothing but lucid light, soaked in petrichor musings, resting in zealous zenith, for I am a rhymeless disciple accepting the reality that kissed the silk of silhouette amidst rain and warmth~ the celestial peaks of change. I taste flavors of kismet, swallowing spices of lament, comfortably composed in the mystical essence of soundless rhythm…

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Date: 4/20/2025 3:16:00 AM
Congratulations on your firs place.Enjoyed reading your poem!
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Date: 4/17/2025 10:55:00 AM
Congratulations on your trophy win, Ink Empress! You demonstrate a provocative and delicately worded mood. I've said it before and say it again, I am thankful for you, your presence here has made the bitter a little better and the nice so much sweeter--keep up your Gods work with your sweetened essence and your golden light! Ty~Anaya
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Ink Empress
Date: 4/17/2025 11:06:00 PM
Thank you so much, i didnt know i made such a huge difference but your compliments and appreciation i truly appreciate! Grateful always for your support
Date: 4/16/2025 3:59:00 AM
Dear Empress, you ever remain unbeatable. This journey from 'perplexed perceptions' to 'glistening gratitude' and harmony is not achieved at one go. It is a slow and painful transformation taking place in time. You seek nothing but lucid light. This is all we can look for in life. I won't be able to write a single line of your poetic depth. So happy to see you flaunting the trophy with this wonderful poem. Hearty Congratulations. Glad I could share the podium with you.... a real honor.
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Ink Empress
Date: 4/17/2025 11:07:00 PM
Awwn thank you sweet valsa! So sweet of you always grateful truly ...
Date: 4/16/2025 2:39:00 AM
Congratulations on your win in Seeker's contest, Ink. Your taste of Kismet held all the right components. ;-)
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Date: 4/16/2025 2:50:00 AM
lol Ink. thanks. I've never heard of eckhart tolle but if whatever he's saying helps you spiritually, I'm glad you've found the site. We support each other. ;-)
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Ink Empress
Date: 4/16/2025 2:46:00 AM
You are so cute!!! Linnersz! Lolol i do a lot of research on line of enquiries before i attempt writing on them. It is also helpful as i can get into the spiritual realm! One of my most fave spiritual preachers on YouTube is “eckhart tolle” he is very wise and has great sense of humor too. Im so grateful to get placed! I need to read your poem. Thank you so very much for always being so supportive!
Date: 4/14/2025 3:02:00 AM
An exquisite tapestry of emotions, nature, and spirituality. It beautifully captures the journey of introspection and transformation, with great imagery. Truly captivating!
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Date: 4/13/2025 5:48:00 PM
IE, this sounds to me like a great frame of mind to exist in. I think you're describing a path to feeling really good about yourself and life in general. We're really very lucky to be able to perceive the world around us and appreciate it. the way you describe all of this is remarkable and also it's fun to read.
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Date: 4/13/2025 7:47:00 AM
Dear Ink, What a fantastic poem on reflection, healing, and spiritual awakening within the intricacies of life, emotions, and being. It depicts a journey from sorrow to tranquility, listing the value of mindfulness, praise, and peace. The poem also digs into your psychological and emotional terrain, illustrating a metamorphosis brought about by self-reflection, the embracing of nature, and the desire for inner calm. It contrasts aspects of darkness (regrets, grief) with light (tranquility, harmony), finally calling for a peaceful life. May your life be happy and peaceful, and best regards. The poem's vocabulary is rich and expressive, employing images and metaphors to paint vivid pictures and feelings. Words like "saline," "turmeric calm," and "opalescent quiescence" convey sensory impressions, while terms like "sowing herbs of harmony" and "spiritual elixirs" imply caring and loving. With my best regards
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Date: 4/13/2025 7:20:00 AM
Oooo heart follows formless flames illuminated with flares.. that just makes my heart melt.. with the soul of sanguine stillness ricocheting with rustling repose, look at that imaginary… fine-tuning the symphony of Kundalini .. ooo that one is a fine piece of music… mmm damn I vow to sow herbs of harmony, untangling twisted tulips intertwined with weathered willows. An absolute beauty.. so effortless graceful.. papi u make a piece move in such grace n depth !!!
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Date: 4/13/2025 2:48:00 AM
My favorite expression, this left an impression - swallowing spices of lament! I've done that. Much love and God bless you, Gina
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Date: 4/12/2025 11:28:00 PM
I seek nothing but lucid light. Love that. Your last stanza sums up your message beautifully ..so many great images, Ink. You never fail to impress
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Date: 4/12/2025 9:41:00 PM
Stunning imagery and metaphors IE, each line creates a new image, love that line, rose wine twilight. Good luck in the contest.. Tom
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Date: 4/12/2025 1:40:00 PM
Beautiful. I read it like three times and loved it so much.
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Date: 4/12/2025 11:19:00 AM
Very spiritual ! I feel like being in the moment now .
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