Notes About The Poem

Written 29th June,  2026 for Venom and Stardust: A Birthday Prompt Contest Poetry Contest sponsored by Sara Jama

 

"Our love was written in the stars, yet it consumed my veins like venom." unknown

 

Venom and Stardust

As I slip into the void of this endless black,
Stardust ignites the darkest night sky,
And though I want to I cannot ever go back,
To where our love once learned to fly.

Love seeps from curling words
into a floundering bloodstream,
While amongst the stardust fly birds
escaping farther upstream.

How could I have not seen
Your acidic tongue drips venom slow,
Your kiss concealed the poison between,
It all was lost within the  glow.

Now I yearn for eternal rest
Amongst the stars and stardust,
My heart has ceased to beat in my chest,
While leaving you is still the hardest.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Pina Avatar
July 26, 2026 at 1:19 PM
I really like this poem Alison, thank you for sharing it.
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
September 2, 2026 at 1:49 PM
Thank you Seth for your visit and comment.
Peranteau Avatar
July 19, 2026 at 11:02 AM
one would think; with thuh number of writes which i post, that i would have time tuh comment or even tuh read many i'm certain...astute writes...not so, yet when i focus in at timez, i notice fine think...I commented already but...see'n i'm back...well...belated accoladez dear poet for POTD...this wuz thuh touch'n write for sure ') much love
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
July 19, 2026 at 2:48 PM
Thank you for your beautiful comment.
bard Avatar
July 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
July 17, 2026 at 6:28 PM
Thank you Douglas.
bard Avatar
July 17, 2026 at 6:02 PM
Congratulations on your placing in the contest Blessings Douglas
Peranteau Avatar
July 16, 2026 at 6:16 PM
rrrr....here; take 2uv theze (smooch smooch)...and hearz my number )))) ..hope yuh hear'dit...much love dear poet ')
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
July 16, 2026 at 7:18 PM
Thank you dear poet. I will call you soon.
Delegans Avatar
July 11, 2026 at 9:19 AM
Great expression and imagery, Alison. Belated congrats on POTD. Well-deserved!
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
July 11, 2026 at 3:48 PM
Thank you for visiting your words are always encouraging.
La France Avatar
July 6, 2026 at 4:15 PM
Alison, so beautifully penned, and congratulations on POTD honor~
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
July 6, 2026 at 7:29 PM
Thank you Constance
George Avatar
July 4, 2026 at 5:34 AM
We often get cheated by the show of love when venom hides beneath. With false promises, once we are duped, life becomes meaningless and it is hard to get over old scars. A beautifully rhyming and meaningful poem. Congratulations Alison on your POTD honor.
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
July 4, 2026 at 7:01 AM
Thank you Valsa
Rodrigues Avatar
July 3, 2026 at 12:25 PM
Congrats on POTD!
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
July 3, 2026 at 4:13 PM
Thanks Kim
Goldsmith Avatar
July 2, 2026 at 10:03 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. I enjoyed reading your wonderful "Venom and Stardust" write. I love your line, "Your acidic tongue drips venom slow," So true... I have been off Soup for almost 2 weeks. I needed an Ink Transfusion. Hahaha!!! Now back and ready to go. Writing Away... Have a blessed day with your wonderful win...........
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
July 2, 2026 at 2:41 PM
Thank you Paula, welcome back I had missed your presence on my page.
Maverick Avatar
July 1, 2026 at 10:09 PM
I beleive you are describing our current Idealogical reality Alison..Maybe not Conscously.? But with great honesty The last line must be a parralel with the online vurtual existence..' Lawfare bills streaming around..Lurking on devices all safe.' Yet un-sound.!!!
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
July 1, 2026 at 10:26 PM
Thank you Joe, your comments keep me guessing.
bard Avatar
July 1, 2026 at 1:48 AM
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
July 1, 2026 at 3:26 AM
Thank you Douglas - these selection are quite a surprise.
bard Avatar
July 1, 2026 at 1:49 AM
Congratulations on your POTD
Nicole Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 7:11 PM
' How could I have not seen, the poison escaping further upstream ? ' Sometimes it's impossible to see, especially when you're so deeply in love. So many emotions caress your thoughts, Alison. Congratulations my dear friend, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 8:35 PM
Thank you so much Brandy
Crandall Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 6:28 PM
Nicely done, I guess some things can never be recovered. Congratulations!
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 6:49 PM
Thanks David
Anaya Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 2:21 PM
Alison, passion poisons, as was her experience, a love tragedy- rest eternal. bitter-free , from a life of betrayals. Congratulations on your POTD, Alison! Well written, well deserved. Blessings
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 3:49 PM
Thank you Anaya for your comments.
Hind Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 1:27 PM
congrats on POTD- this is very beautiful, Alison, fav here <3
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 3:48 PM
Thank you Paige.
Wolf Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 11:12 AM
Congratulations on POTD for this penetrating peak at poison, Alison. Bravo, Gershon
Onclaud Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 8:54 AM
subtly gripping story from you, alison...cheers to your potd honor!
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 3:48 PM
Thank you Nette, I am to please
Bayles Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 7:42 AM
An interesting twist on grief, Allison. Congratulations on POTD.
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 3:47 PM
Thank you Mike, I like to find a different approach.
Gibbons Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 6:20 AM
Wow Alison a well deserved POTD congratulations .so poured from a heart hurt by your ex love. Betrayal and deception do rip heart apart. Ive proved through my hurts, betrayals ,poisoned by cruel words. Writing is a great part of healing process of our hearts <3 hugs
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 6:22 AM
Thank you Dorothy. The fact that even when betrayed we still find it hard to let go.
Rodrigues Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 6:03 AM
Congrats on POTD!
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 6:20 AM
Thank you Kim
Etgen-Baker Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 3:59 AM
powerful and emotional words and experience. congrats on your POTD!
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 4:55 AM
Thank Sara much appreciated.
Alhemaidy Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 3:50 AM
Hello Alison :-) Congratulations on your POTD! Have a wonderful time ~ AA
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 3:53 AM
Thank you Abdullah Alhemaidy
Jones Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 3:24 AM
Wow! An emotive and powerful write! You convey angst with beauty and grace. Congratulations on potd!
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 3:28 AM
Thank you for your comment Karen
Kitchin Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 3:19 AM
Alison, a wonderful emotive poem. Congratulations on POTD.
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 3:27 AM
Thank Tania
Andresen Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 1:58 AM
- Back with a congrats on your p.o.t.d. :) - hugs
Smith nee Howarth Avatar
June 30, 2026 at 1:59 AM
Ty
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