Ink Empress Poet Free verse

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written for 15 beautiful lines contest sponsored by Constance La France

The sighs of Supernova

"Don't get lost in your pain, know that one day your pain will become your cure." ~ Jalaluddin Rumi

The moon wept over withered stars  
mirroring the heartbeats of mourning blues,
oblivious to the warmth of dusky truth, 
while I bite my lips to suppress the storm,
there, in the soul of the butterfly skyline,
I’ve hand-stitched chronicles of the ache
that dreams like midnight orchids,
             cradling confused crevices~
like stone breeze drifting in coldness,
questioning the need to breathe love,
when all I’ve written is marked as myth~ 
a manipulative vine of twisted nightshade.

But remember, I’ll be the eucalyptus elixir,
the sighs of supernova, soaring to speak~ 
metaphors beyond the skin of blue comets, forevermore…

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Valsa George May 10, 2025 at 4:36 AM This is a beautiful reply to your detractors. At the end, you show your resolve not to be dissuaded by efforts that prevent you from breathing love. You will continue to speak in metaphors and will soar high. "in the soul of the butterfly skyline, I’ve hand-stitched chronicles of the ache that dreams like midnight orchids," A very powerful metaphor. Even your image is so metaphorical. Please know that aches and opposition help us teach resilience. Beautiful as ever. Congratulations on your top win.

Duke Beaufort May 9, 2025 at 1:53 PM IE, you've indicated something very profound to me. Indeed, the way we look at things that make us sad allows us to transform our pain into pleasantness. I might think it is all words and not a real possibility, but with the right "elixir" there's no question that we can exist in a higher state. I am wondering if you have experienced this yourself. I sincerely hope that you and all have had this experience and found the ultimate antidepressant...the way to look at things. Smiles!!

Krishnanand Guptar May 9, 2025 at 11:28 AM Congratulations dear poetess on your top win in Constance La France poetry contest with a splendid expression of your inner feelings. Love particularly the last stanza which depicts a positive spirit to what you have been enduring.

Anne-Lise Andresen May 9, 2025 at 1:29 AM - Hi Ink, back with a congrats on your winning poem :) - Have a lovely weekend :) - hugs

Gregory Richard Barden May 8, 2025 at 9:17 PM This is very intriguing - your phrasing and word choice - I love original metaphor, and though many folks get carried away with their thesaurus, you’ve created some marvelous descriptive pictures! A thesaurus is one of my favorite tools, but I think many people forget that creative word use still has to ‘make sense’, lol. I just love this, and the thrust of not necessarily overcoming pain, but learning that it leads us to verity and growth … and even beauty. Nicely done, Dear Poet! :o) <3

Daniel Henry Rodgers May 6, 2025 at 5:12 AM Dear Empress, such a constellation of ache and resilience, a moonbeam stitching beauty into the night’s confusion. Today I feel your storm and your longing, but also your wild, myth-defying hope. I love the midnight orchids and eucalyptus elixir especially when I need to breathe. For love, even questioned, is always worth writing for.. Spring Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Anne-Lise Andresen May 6, 2025 at 1:28 AM - "a manipulative vine of twisted nightshade" ... But remember, I'll be the eucalyptus elixir" ... my favorite lines in this wonderful poem, Ink - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs

Billie Jama May 6, 2025 at 12:37 AM This is stunning, sis, and so beautifully metaphoric. I was especially struck by “I’ve hand-stitched chronicles of the ache that dreams like midnight orchids.” Your language has such a richness that oozes celestial quality, and don't get me started with the depth of emotions you've managed to weave into every line. A masterpiece of poetic prowess penned to perfection. Another fav : )

Akham Nilabirdhwaja Singh May 6, 2025 at 12:12 AM Nice metaphors and poetic imagery expressing emotional and spiritual themes.Like it.

Andrea Dietrich May 5, 2025 at 5:44 PM Gorgeous writing matching with that awesome illustration. Did you say you just recently learned to add pictures ? Isn't it fun? Ink Empress May 6, 2025 at 5:10 AM Yes dear andrea, its nice, to be able to upload pictures! Hope you are doing well! Appreciate always your support

Zyrool Gifford May 5, 2025 at 4:11 PM Hello Ink, this is an excellent write, a pleasure reading your beautiful descriptive phrases. Best wishes for the contest. Have a great new week ahead, my friend. Ink Empress May 6, 2025 at 5:09 AM Thank you always dear zyrool, i appreciate your kind and generous support always

Sotto Poet May 5, 2025 at 2:29 PM Dearest Ink, this is an excellent poem about the interplay of sadness, yearning, and the changing power of love and creation. The artwork conveys a sense of sorrow and prayer, implying that while dealing with complex emotions, you remain hopeful and resilient. I like your well-chosen diction, which is expressive and rich in metaphorical imagery. Words like "wept," "withered," "storm," and "pain" evoke sadness and hardship, but words like "eucalyptus elixir" and "sighs of supernova" offer aspects of healing and transcendence. Constance will undoubtedly enjoy it, and I'm sending you warmest vibes Ink Empress May 6, 2025 at 5:06 AM Thank you dr sotto appreciate always your kind support, sending you light

Frederic Parker May 5, 2025 at 11:59 AM True to form, dear poet, "metaphors beyond the skin of blue comets, forevermore" no greater line have you written to describe your poetry...good luck in the contest...Frederic Ink Empress May 5, 2025 at 12:22 PM Thats such a massive compliment , dear frederick, to receive such comments from experienced poets like you is an honor

Tom Cunningham May 5, 2025 at 11:45 AM Another stunning verse from your golden pen IE. Love the quote from Rumi too. Good luck in the contest and enjoy your week ahead. Tom Ink Empress May 5, 2025 at 12:26 PM Thank you so very much dear Tom, i appreciate always your support truly

Lin Lane May 5, 2025 at 11:29 AM Oh, perish the thought of withering stars, and the supernova cries. The moon would assuredly mourn in shades of blue. I'm aware of the poisonous nightshade... A fine write, Ink. Ink Empress May 5, 2025 at 12:27 PM Awwn thank you; it means alot to receive your support, as you are truly a very talented poet! Sending you light always dear linnersz

Paige Hind May 5, 2025 at 11:02 AM Wow. Just lovely. <3 Ink Empress May 5, 2025 at 12:27 PM Thank you dear paige! Appreciate you always sweet soul

Robert James Liguori May 5, 2025 at 8:23 AM The fifteen most beautiful lines ever!!! Good luck in the contest. Your poetry is really nice. Ink Empress May 5, 2025 at 12:29 PM Thank you so much dear robert appreciate always your kindness and support

Lioness Onpaper May 5, 2025 at 8:23 AM The moon wept over withered stars mirroring the heartbeats of mourning blues, mmm such an ethereal vibe !!! I bite my lips to suppress the storm, oh yea that hits close to home XD!!! questioning the need to breathe love, Ooo that line !! That ending tho!!! Mic drop moment !! metaphors beyond the skin of blue comets, forevermore… sets the perfect tone !! Gorgeous weave papi! Ink Empress May 5, 2025 at 12:28 PM Papi thank you so much! I appreciate you always!!!

The Aura Rhymes May 5, 2025 at 8:20 AM Sighs of supernova ! Love this . Ink Empress May 5, 2025 at 12:45 PM Thank you dahlin