Notes About The Poem

written 12/3/2018


     The Voices Echo in Emptiness, was inspired by the lonely nights that   kept me awake with images of him and the life we had together, it would play on over and over in my mind until early morning.


Poem of the Week in December 9, 2018

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The Voices Echo In Emptiness

With a sigh summer citrine sky turned green 
spontaneously into existence. 
Autumn's palette adds changes and are seen
to its systematic experience.

Stars shiver in fear on the coldest night. 
Voices in the darkness look for refuge;
heaven bound birds gather in distant flight
sailing through winds dusty powdered steel rouge.

The long day is dead; voices won't let me sleep. 
Hush. Hush. The voices echo in emptiness. 
Whiff of sandalwood lost in shadows deep.
The voices know my loneliness, the nothingness.

Amber encroaches the dawning of morning fight 
through window curtains the whitest lace of light.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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La France Avatar
September 27, 2023 at 10:43 AM
Eve, such and beautiful poem, well done, a FAV for me.
Roper Avatar
September 27, 2023 at 11:05 AM
Thank you so much.
Kauffman Avatar
September 20, 2023 at 11:00 AM
Dear Eve, congratulations on your win! I think this is one of your best with imagery that jumps off of the page to express your loneliness and sorrow. So heartfelt and plaintive. Beautiful use of color and scent. Blessing dear friend. So happy to see this on the winners list!
Ashley Avatar
September 19, 2023 at 7:05 PM
Dear Eve, your expressive poem is breathtaking. The poignant verse is haunting and the depth of your loss is felt down to the soul, my friend. Congratulations for your wonderful win in Robert's contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Fowler Avatar
September 19, 2023 at 6:59 AM
Congratulations Eve my friend! :)
Horn Avatar
June 2, 2023 at 5:17 AM
Am checking out everyone's best poems. Which ones are best of the best
Roper Avatar
June 3, 2023 at 6:37 PM
Thank you , James, you made me proud
Romios Avatar
January 29, 2023 at 4:38 PM
Utter Beaty which, like a pool, reflects you! Panagiota xx
Dietrich Avatar
February 23, 2022 at 12:23 PM
I think what made this your "most popular poem" is the feelings that you emote with it and also the imagery is so nice. I especially in the last few stanzas. Very lovely
Lawrence Avatar
January 28, 2022 at 6:27 AM
Dear Eve, I love the loneliness you have described here ….. A visceral response to your write. Authentic emotions so alive … so real . I love the voices know my loneliness, the nothingness. It says it all. A very belated congratulations on your past win . Susan :)
Gupta Avatar
July 8, 2021 at 10:02 PM
Aesthetics mingling with a deep breath. Beautiful. Congratulations on your really deserved awards.
Roper Avatar
July 8, 2021 at 10:13 PM
Thank you, Probir, for coming and reading and leaving a message. Hugs Eve
Theraven Avatar
March 2, 2021 at 7:03 AM
Eve, Poem in Rapture. All the voices we've known in life paying us a visit when we least expect it. -Richard
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January 1, 2021 at 2:38 AM
That was breath taking!!
Wolf Avatar
December 31, 2020 at 7:00 PM
This is so beautifully penned, Eve. Pure and pristine. (It was on my sidebar; that's how I found it). HNY to you and yours! :) gw
Gauthier Avatar
April 22, 2020 at 3:42 PM
Such a moving poem ~ haunting in its beauty.
Castellenas Avatar
May 6, 2019 at 10:22 AM
You made the reader feel and understand the words dear Eve. When we ponder life, sometime we relearn pitfalls or pleasure memories. Powerful words and thoughts shared. Coyote
Haight Avatar
April 27, 2019 at 5:56 PM
Eve, a belated congratulations for your POTD honor for this moving poem as well as your podium placement in this contest. So moving and heartfelt...I feel your loss. Love and hugs, Sandra
Marcum Wong Avatar
April 26, 2019 at 6:40 AM
This is so moving Eve. You put your heart into it and it shows. Congratulations on your deserving win. Blessings, Connie
Lamoureux Avatar
April 25, 2019 at 9:17 AM
This one touches the heart. Thanks for entering my contest. Congrats on your deserved win.
Kucharek Avatar
March 3, 2019 at 1:16 PM
So very lovely and inviting! I was captivated from start to finish.
De Beaulieu Avatar
February 24, 2019 at 5:09 PM
Hello Eve Roper, I enjoyed this poem that you have created. have a nice evening my friend.
Roper Avatar
February 24, 2019 at 7:25 PM
Thank you Hugs Eve
Staton Avatar
February 15, 2019 at 10:06 AM
Wonderful! I love this poem.
Roper Avatar
February 24, 2019 at 7:25 PM
Thank you Hugs Eve
Svart Avatar
January 2, 2019 at 5:50 AM
Very well-written, I'll be reading this one over and over again! And congrats for securing your spot as number one on best new poems!
Roper Avatar
January 2, 2019 at 2:57 PM
Thank you ,Uhellig. Hugs Eve~`*
Lindley Avatar
January 2, 2019 at 4:47 AM
Back again to congratulate you my dear friend, on this gem being chosen as number one on the best new poems list!
Roper Avatar
January 2, 2019 at 2:56 PM
Thank you ,my dear friend, your words encourage me. Hugs Eve~`*
Hamilton Avatar
December 31, 2018 at 8:43 PM
I see double congrats are in order Eve, this is one of your best for sure!
Roper Avatar
January 2, 2019 at 2:55 PM
Thank you ,John. Hugs Eve~`*
Smith Avatar
December 31, 2018 at 9:22 AM
Happy top of the chart Eve, wonderful work...
Roper Avatar
December 31, 2018 at 12:59 PM
Thank you so very much, Charlie, for reading and enjoying my work. May you have a blessed New Year with happiness, wealth, health , and wisdom. Hugs Eve~`*
Sands Avatar
December 30, 2018 at 9:52 AM
Congratulations for #1 on the Best New Poems List Eve :)
Roper Avatar
December 30, 2018 at 12:28 PM
Thank you , Heidi. People like you are what has kept it up there. Hugs eve
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