Eileen Manassian Poet Sonnet

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Through Alleys of My Mind

I chase you through the alleys of my mind
Your quickened steps ensure you're out of reach
My tears collect then run much like my feet
You cannot see or hear their silent speech

And in the shadows of forgotten dreams
I strain to see the beauty of your face
Before that blessed dawn of surety
Illusive to my heart, you leave no trace

The fragrance of your body lingers still
And creature like possessed, I follow on
It promises your presence just beyond
Pursuit's reward unreached, for you have gone

I wander still through alleys of my mind
There to remain until your heart I find.

Eileen Manassian

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Paige Hind August 1, 2024 at 12:43 PM A fav for me, really...just wow, Eileen!

John Hamilton April 27, 2020 at 3:07 PM Another beautiful write Eileen, you are on a roll, so nice to see you posting!

John Watt April 19, 2020 at 8:03 PM Eileen, I was so happy to find this sonnet today, not just for its excellent writing, but to hear your lovely voice adding that extra dimension. Wonderful! Brian Strand is collecting links to poems with audio recordings - would you mind if I recommend he add this beauty to his list? Let me know. ~ John

Craig Cornish April 18, 2020 at 10:04 PM Always love your sonnets Eileen--interesting rhyme scheme in these newer ones - please share what your inspiration for that is or is it simply contemporary expression?

Charlie Smith April 1, 2020 at 12:28 PM You should record all your work Eileen. I listened after I read it and the way you emphasized different phrases gave me a different perspective. Very well done...

Susan Ashley March 31, 2020 at 9:23 AM The potent longing for your elusive lost love is so beautifully and sadly gentle in its rhythmic expression. Eileen. Your lovely voice highlights the yearning emotions and graceful imagery that reaches deeply into the places of my being that relate so strongly with your superb sonnet. Brilliant writing! Warmest wishes always, dear poetess.. ~Susan

Anne-Lise Andresen March 29, 2020 at 12:40 PM - Oh ... such a wonderful poem, Eileen ... love it :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Eve Roper March 28, 2020 at 9:42 AM Your verse gave me a tingle to words. Beautiful my dear. Stay safe and health.

Silent One March 28, 2020 at 9:22 AM I enjoyed listening to your voice...lovely. Many of us have been along these alleys... Great sonnet.

Demetrios Trifiatis March 28, 2020 at 7:57 AM Mesmerized both by the verses and the sound your soothing voice I let my heart and mind wonder through poetry's superb garden dearest, Eileen! Hugs xxx Eileen Manassian March 28, 2020 at 8:42 AM Thank you, my esteemed poet. I'm glad to have a visit from you. It does not compare to your uplifting poem about spiritual fortitude; however, a strange mood had come upon me when I wrote it. I'm glad you liked it. Blessings.

Gordon Mcconnell March 28, 2020 at 7:21 AM A super write written and spoken, you've such a lovely voice, Eileen, the mind indeed is such a deep place with so much to venture into so this is sublime indeed. Hope you're ok in this virus crisis, keep safe and healthy. Check this scripture, Isaiah 26: 20 for it's so apt for the present times. God bless always, Gordon Eileen Manassian March 28, 2020 at 8:46 AM Thank you, Gordon. Isaiah is my second favorite author after Paul. The Lord allows good and bad, rain and sun. We cannot only take the good. He will protect us, if it is in His will to do so, and if not...remember the verse in Philippians 1: 29. Thank you for your visit and encouragement. Blessings.

Richard Lamoureux March 27, 2020 at 4:50 PM You have a beautiful speaking voice, it adds to the overall experience. Hugs Rick. Eileen Manassian March 28, 2020 at 7:09 AM Thank you, Richard. I've done some radio and TV work for our church. I enjoy public speaking. I thought to do something different. I might do more of these, as time allows. I appreciate your second visit. :)

Paul Callus March 27, 2020 at 2:08 PM Beautiful, with a vein of longing passing through it from start to end. I wonder what else goes on in the alleys of your mind! ~ Stay busy...stay safe Hugs // paul Paul Callus March 28, 2020 at 11:11 AM Came back to reread, and realized there was a recorded version...enjoyed :) Have a lovely day. Hugs // paul Eileen Manassian March 28, 2020 at 7:10 AM The alleys of my mind are at times dark and depressing...at times full of brilliant light. :) Always...full of dear people. Thanks for the lovely visit. Hugs

Vladislav Raven March 27, 2020 at 11:15 AM Hi Eileen, I love the content of this write, the gentle words that paint such strong visions on the canvas of the mind. I love the gentleness that flows through your excellent lines. Emotion sings from your lines. I love the content of this poetic gem.A fav. Have a wonderful Friday. Hugs....Mike. XX Eileen Manassian March 28, 2020 at 7:12 AM Thanks, Mike. I'm trying to get back into the swing of things. I've missed writing so much. Lately there seems to be one thing after another that keeps me away. I hope you are keeping well. Blessings.

John Lawless March 27, 2020 at 8:14 AM Just make sure you go home when the street lights come on.....I believe all minds have some of those alleys. Beautifully done Eileen Eileen Manassian March 28, 2020 at 7:13 AM Thank you, John. Yes, it is all to easy to get lost in those alleys. I appreciate the visit. Blessings.

Richard Lamoureux March 27, 2020 at 7:44 AM I like the raw feeling of this piece. It feels like losing myself in an old black and white movie scene. I like the play of shadow and light. Hugs Rick. Eileen Manassian March 28, 2020 at 7:14 AM Your opinion means a great deal to me, Richard. I'm glad this piece resonated with you. Hugs