Eileen Manassian Poet Sonnet

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The Words I Cannot Say

The words I want to say but never do
remain inside my heart, a burning plea
to make a quick escape and reach to you
and make you come to see what hides in me

The aching lingers there from day to day
At times subdued, at times a raging pain
The tender flesh of heart, they eat away
Demanding voice, they are my living bane

The secret of my heart must dormant lie
For it cannot be known or see the light
And so I try to make the feelings die
but then like sun, your face dawns on my sight

My heart takes leave; my lips, they part to say:
“I’d die to have your love! Be mine today.”


Eileen Manassian Ghali

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Charles Reese July 10, 2015 at 10:16 PM Very very romantic and heartfelt. How often do we miss those opportunities because we fear rejection.The only suggestion I would make is stop starting lines with "and". I used to do it myself but there are better more vivid word choices.

Kabuteng P.Ink K. June 10, 2015 at 9:33 AM This is such a sweet yet sad write, Eileen and you definitely make us feel that yearning...how painful it is to experience this but you've written is so well... amazing read for me. My congrats again to you for your success, dear. Sending you hugs!

Richard D Seal June 8, 2015 at 5:44 PM Wonderful my little Desert Orchid, this form looks great on you lol. Take care, Richard

Kp Nunez June 2, 2015 at 10:39 AM I can easily be the one speaking...only that you do it better. This is a very lovely write, Eileen, you make it seem so easy. Good to know you have posts again. hugs!

Sandy Tadros May 28, 2015 at 3:38 PM This is very deep :) Eileen Manassian May 31, 2015 at 6:12 PM Hey, sweetie. Thanks for your visit to my work. :) Hugs

Paul Callus May 28, 2015 at 9:24 AM I love this sonnet, Eileen, both technically and content wise. Good sonnets are not easy to write, but you do it with ease. Often we keep hidden in our hearts things that we dare not say, not for lack of courage, but because life's experiences teach us to be careful. Hugs // paul

Richard Lamoureux May 28, 2015 at 8:41 AM Good morning/good afternoon.

David Meade May 28, 2015 at 8:24 AM Each and everyday LO! Such tenderness and passion . . . the sweet essence of love and life! 7

Richard Lamoureux May 27, 2015 at 6:26 PM I like the pictures you added! Eileen Manassian May 27, 2015 at 9:51 PM Thank you, Richard. I'm finding that looking for pics is also a source of pleasure for me. I love pics. I download pics from FB that touch my heart and then go over them when I'm down. Hope all is well with you. Hugs

Charmaine Chircop May 27, 2015 at 4:06 PM The secret of my heart must dormant lie - Concealed love so deeply expressed, Outstanding queen of passion. Eileen Manassian May 27, 2015 at 9:53 PM Thank you, my sweet. I love writing. It brings me joy. I've been so busy lately....seems I have to take writing in small doses. Hope all is well. Hugs

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders May 27, 2015 at 3:12 PM How beautiful and heartfelt, Eileen! You're poems inspire me to write again...hugs, Rhonda Eileen Manassian May 27, 2015 at 9:53 PM WOW! That is such an honor for me, Rhonda. You've been away for a while. I'll pass by soon, sweetie. Hugs

Emile Pinet May 27, 2015 at 11:07 AM A beautiful sonnet, you go beyond technique and pour your heart into your work and the talent shines out for all to see and admire. Emile. #7 Eileen Manassian May 27, 2015 at 9:54 PM :) Thanks ever so much, Emile. Your praise is something I treasure. Hope all is well with you, my dear.

Poet Tacito May 27, 2015 at 10:11 AM RRRAWR! A true example of what happens when a chapter of life remains without closure. Strong lines. Eileen Manassian May 27, 2015 at 9:56 PM :) You roar really nicely, dear. I do like lions! :) Thanks for the lovely visit. Hugs

Richard Lamoureux May 27, 2015 at 12:18 AM You are so good with this form Eileen. I'm glad I didn't miss dropping by. Goodnight Eileen. Eileen Manassian May 27, 2015 at 9:59 PM I do love sonnets very much. It's turned out to be my favorite form to write it. Thanks for noticing that, Richard. I'm glad you made the effort to drop by even though you are busy. Means a great deal to me. Hugs

Shane Cooper May 26, 2015 at 10:23 PM A beautiful sonnet Bambi, but sometimes love must be held in the heart only, even though there is such pain and longing suffered by doing so. I am so glad you are writing again, your soul has regained it's wonderous wings. Soar above the clouds that hide the world and show us its beauty. love Shane xxx Eileen Manassian May 27, 2015 at 10:01 PM :) What a sweet post, Shane. I'm touched by your words. Yes, I understand that some things may remain unexpressed. That is the reality of life. I enjoyed writing this piece. I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for the encouragement you always give me. :) Hugs

Tim Smith May 26, 2015 at 2:34 PM No risk No reward...take that chance Eileen...might be the best decision you ever make Eileen Manassian May 27, 2015 at 10:02 PM :) Thanks for the words of advice, Tim. It was fun to write this piece. Hope all is well with you, dear.

Anne-Lise Andresen May 26, 2015 at 1:58 PM - Oh .... a touching and lovely writing dear friend .... - Hope all is well with you - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Eileen Manassian May 26, 2015 at 2:04 PM Yes, it is, Sunshine! :) I just love to write...and write....and write...My keenest pleasure. Hugs