The Zenith of My Prime

the zenith of my prime has come and gone
and here I sit and wait my setting sun
with dreams and wishes longing to come true
I won't lie down in death till they are through

I've yet to taste the glory of those lips
of love divine, I've only taken sips
the Warrior Princess, yet remains inside
a seething muse that I am forced to hide

I've yet to write the world into a rhyme
to go on after me, defying time
I've yet to travel to enchanted place
and live a thousand lives and dance with grace

I've yet to swim like mermaid in the sea
with not a single thing to cover me
I've yet to lie on sands in twilight hue
to feel the naked rush of feelings new

I've yet to sing my song and feel the praise
of hands that lift me high and lights that daze
I've yet to gaze upon what eyes adore
my gypsy heart has treasure still in store

And so, this pain that dwells in me yet screams:
"You must not die until you've lived your dreams.
Uncover dreams: bring every one to light
Oh, live and love and blaze before the night

Eileen Manassian
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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James Avatar
July 24, 2016 at 3:27 AM
Wonderful write!
Lamoureux Avatar
July 12, 2016 at 12:28 AM
Yes u still have your Zenith to look forward too. Hugs Rick.
Ball Avatar
May 21, 2016 at 3:52 PM
This is absolutely beautiful, Eileen. Loved every well written line. Wonderful description, sentiment and imagery. Great balance. God Bless, JB
Manassian Avatar
May 25, 2016 at 12:44 PM
Thanks ever so much, Judy :) This is a lovely comment. I appreciate it. I'm glad you liked it. I will be by to visit you soon.
Lamoureux Avatar
May 19, 2016 at 10:37 PM
How was your Birthday??
Lamoureux Avatar
May 18, 2016 at 6:12 AM
Good morning and s big happy birthday hug!!!
Chircop Avatar
May 18, 2016 at 1:43 AM
Eileen what lies within you and not uttered one can feel...We heard your wish and know your dream...Such a lovely poem dear Warrior Princess...Can you check my blog pls...I wanted to share an important news with all souperS : )
Lamoureux Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 9:16 PM
Hugs, no I won't forget.
Dietrich Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 3:25 PM
wow, this is a very good one, with a lot of passion for life and its dreams. Great title for this kind of poem. It had a sonnet feel to it though it was not a sonnet!
Trifiatis Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 2:22 PM
You too young to say this! Wonderful writing though and a seven, dear Eileen!
Smith Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 10:00 AM
So wonderful dear. I too have not yet lived my dreams...I so love how you did this Eileen...a fav
Godwin Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 8:40 AM
Oh my, oh me - I love it - you touched my heart and my soul pouring it out so deep, rich and beautifully! It sings to me in an core felt way, Eileen - it is poetry! 7 ... CayCay
Hicks Avatar
May 15, 2016 at 10:11 PM
There's a lot of passion in that three letter word: YET. Let that inner Eileen out, my friend ... she can't be caged forever. Last I checked out your page it seemed as though you were on a writer's block ... but now I see you got a lot of new poems up. I've got some reading to catch up on :)
Manassian Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 5:39 AM
Hey, sweetie. Glad you passed by. I was wondering what was up. I'm getting antsy alright. I need to LIVE to the max. Who knows when my number will be called. Thanks for the kind visit, dear. Hugs
Lamoureux Avatar
May 15, 2016 at 8:44 AM
It sounds like you have a lot to look forward too! Indeed you should seize the day. Hugs Rick.
Manassian Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 5:41 AM
Thanks, Rick. I appreciate it so much. I try...Hope you have fun visiting your Mama's soon. Give her my love. We both will celebrate our Bdays after tomorrow, as you well know. Isn't that something! Now you CAN'T forget my bday even if you try. Hugs
Fiery Avatar
May 15, 2016 at 2:46 AM
I have never read a carpe diem like this before. Surely, this is one of your best poems my dearest warrior princess !!! I am definetly faving it ... Hugs red
Manassian Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 5:42 AM
Thank you, Red. You always leave such encouraging posts. Your two poems with Liam were HOT HOT HOT. Take care, dear. Hugs
Lariviere Avatar
May 14, 2016 at 11:35 PM
Me think your heart is at the prime for eternity. fantasque poetry
Manassian Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 5:43 AM
Your poet is just....music to my ears, Etienne. Thank you, dear. :) Hugs
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