The Tudor Rose, the Lion and the Sceptre of Light


"The Tudor Rose, The Lion and The Sceptre of Light" 

God bless 
The Queen 

Shield of Tudor Rose

and Lion rampant
the 3 of Lionheart, 
guardant passant

Unicorn and azure harp
rose and thistle stand 
with shamrock, connected

wars and battles 
conflicted, a home 
not seamless, 

stands firm, apart

sanctuary is never easy
when grief is the price
we pay for love 

duty bound 

for Love, 
of Her dominion 
and Her people

Lion and Lamb
above all others,
at all cost, to self

constant Her 
selfless shield of duty,
brave royal heart

arms never folding
outstretched
open wide apart

dieu et mon droit
"God and my right"
before Life, it starts
 
God bless 
The Queen,
a life long lived

walking towards
Her sovereign,
now in sight

calls to Her 
as if She 
were a child, 

halo crown
sceptre of Light
The Lion passant

her mighty Sovereign,
King and Lord,
now in her sight

(LadyLabyrinth / 2022)
Queen Elizabeth II
(b. 21.4.26 - d. 8.9.22, 96Yrs)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Labyrinth Avatar
May 4, 2023 at 8:27 PM
"Queen Elizabeth II dies, aged 96" Channel 4, U.K., Obituary https://youtu.be/mYGByWrjyFw
Labyrinth Avatar
May 4, 2023 at 8:27 PM
Royal Coat of Arms of the United Kingdom https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_coat_of_arms_of_the_United_Kingdom
DiMino Avatar
October 10, 2022 at 9:47 AM
Congratulations Leanne!~ Here in the states, she was also greatly loved and admired. My deep felt condolences to the Royal Family. Blessings!
Labyrinth Avatar
October 10, 2022 at 2:25 PM
Thank you Joe. x
Gorelick Avatar
September 28, 2022 at 12:06 PM
Congratulations on well-deserved POTD! Robert
Labyrinth Avatar
September 28, 2022 at 4:03 PM
Thanks Robert.
Labyrinth Avatar
September 19, 2022 at 2:18 PM
Queen Elizabeth II's coffin lowered into Royal Vault • FRANCE 24 English/ 19.9.22.
Labyrinth Avatar
September 19, 2022 at 2:27 PM
https://youtu.be/ApHoVgDLKnU
Labyrinth Avatar
September 19, 2022 at 2:18 PM
https://youtu.be/h_8mGjuQBgI
Labyrinth Avatar
September 14, 2022 at 11:25 PM
Queen’s coffin procession through London as Royal Family march in homage/ITV
Labyrinth Avatar
September 14, 2022 at 11:25 PM
https://youtu.be/pKNXu5n70bs
Labyrinth Avatar
September 14, 2022 at 11:24 PM
Queen Lies in State at Westminster /SKY
Labyrinth Avatar
September 14, 2022 at 11:24 PM
https://youtu.be/rQNPKyLmvAc
Labyrinth Avatar
September 13, 2022 at 1:33 AM
Queen Elizabeth II: Poet Laureate Simon Armitage marks death of monarch
Labyrinth Avatar
September 13, 2022 at 1:43 AM
"Floral Tribute" by Simon Armitage - https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-62886384
Labyrinth Avatar
September 13, 2022 at 1:33 AM
Also - https://www.simonarmitage.com/wp-content/uploads/Queenhood-by-Simon-Armitage.pdf
Labyrinth Avatar
September 12, 2022 at 5:19 PM
King Charles keeps vigil beside the Queen's coffin at St Giles Cathedral /ITV
Labyrinth Avatar
September 12, 2022 at 5:19 PM
https://youtu.be/WeFUszwEZJc
Lindley Avatar
September 11, 2022 at 5:09 PM
Huge congratulations on this gem being awarded POTD!!! A very well chosen and most deserving choice, imho. This one sets a very high mark, imho. God bless,,
George Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 10:08 PM
A befitting and emotionally charged tribute to the one who has nested in the hearts of all as a graceful, duty bound and powerful monarch of great royalty. Congratulations Lady Labyrinth on this poem's POTD honor
Ray Choudhury Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 5:52 PM
Congratulations on POTD. A lovely emotional tribute! Blessings ~ Mala
Anaya Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 1:33 PM
Congratulations LadyLabrynth on POTD. You said it so beautifully in the poem with a spectacular display of Her Royal Heines! "A much loved and respected Sovereign Queen in the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth and other nations globally. May she rest in peace, after such a long, loyal and dedicated tour of duty" indeed! God Bless Her Majesty
Proxenos Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 9:54 AM
An intensely beautiful and significant tribute to Queen Elizabeth 11 - a legend and an icon's spirit sits on cloudy heavens throne. Queen Elizabeth will be remembered by all - Congratulations on your richly deserved honor of POTD bestowed on you LadyLabyrinth, Blessings, Jennifer.
Baker Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 8:35 AM
Congratulations on your POTD, Lady L. A beautiful tribute to Queen Elizabeth II. Thanks for the info on T.V. Specials. A poet friend in Texas, Bill
La France Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 6:57 AM
Lovely tribute and congratulations on receiving POEM OF THE DAY honor _peace and tranquility ~
Labyrinth Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 6:57 AM
I will respond here, thanking all of you for your kind compliments. For anyone wishing to send condolences and their respect to The Royal Family in their time of grief, the link below this box. A much loved and respected Sovereign Queen in the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth and other nations globally. May she rest in peace, after such a long, loyal and dedicated tour of duty. God Bless Queen Elizabeth II.
Labyrinth Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 6:57 AM
https://www.royal.uk/send-message-condolence
Tor Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 6:35 AM
A tribute the Royal family would appreciate. Congratulations on receiving POTD...
Lawrence Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 6:23 AM
Beautiful tribute with amazing imagery and emotion . Congratulations on POTD! Blessings, Susan :)
Fowler Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 5:48 AM
A lovely tribute beautifully written. Congratulations on your POTD! Have a. great weekend. Linda Alice
Edmonds  Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 5:22 AM
A fitting tribute to the Queen Leanne, congratulations on receiving the honour of poem of the day… Belle
Calasibetta Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 4:25 AM
Congratulations on your POTD! Beautiful tribute to a legendary Queen. :)Paulette
Cunningham Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 3:48 AM
A lovely tribute to the Queen Leanne, congratulations on your POTD honour. Tom
Seeker Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 3:46 AM
A great tribute to the Queen, penned as only you can, LL ~ congrats on POTD
Gentile Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 3:33 AM
Congratulations on your POTD honors for this majestic tribute to the Queen!!
Alex Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 3:20 AM
A great tribute to a classical person. "Shield of Tudor Rose" - True metaphor for her. It's a couple of days before that she blessed the new Prime Minister. Liz Truss. Shocked to hear yesterday that the queen is no more. Beautifully written poem. Congratulations!
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