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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

encouragingtruthiambic pentameter

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Paul Callus

October 11, 2016 at 3:12 PM

Oh this is absolutely beautiful, Eileen, and your recital gives it added strength, for it flows naturally and sincerely. We need to believe in our dreams; if not they will flounder before reaching shore! Hugs // paul

Richard Lamoureux

October 10, 2016 at 9:37 AM

You seem to have dissapeared, I hope you are okay. Hugs Rick.

Manmath Dalei

October 9, 2016 at 1:32 AM

Very deep & meaningful. U set a very high zenith hhere. Enjoyed.A7...,..........//Hugs

Richard Lamoureux

October 8, 2016 at 12:06 AM

It sounds like you have a lot to look forward to. This is an exceptional piece! Hugs Rick.

Alexis Y.

October 7, 2016 at 8:58 AM

WoW! Elieen, I really enjoy your poetry. One can't help but to be moved, encouraged, motivated and inspired by your pen. I think about the dreams "locked" inside and they need to come out! This piece reminded of that. My poetic friend I'll be wishing on a "star"that all of your dreams come true. A without a doubt seven:-) Alexis PS. Now I'm going to go listen to it.

Daniel Turner

October 7, 2016 at 8:27 AM

I think at some point we realize some dreams will remain dreams, Eileen. There's nothing wrong with that, but time and money leave lots of dreams unfulfilled. I love your beautiful poem. I hope all of your dreams come true:)