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When Moon is Full

They met beside the water’s edge
Drawn by the sound of lapping waves
Beneath the gaze of the full moon
Attraction blossomed into love.
But jealous fate split them apart
When out at sea a raging storm
Capsized his boat; no one survived.
But love like theirs could never die…
Twelve times a year she calls his name
Beside the sea where they first met
His words are borne upon a breeze
Her hair caressed; his presence felt…
This time her heart cannot endure
The absence of his form, his touch
She prays to God to bring him back
The veil between them falls away
Once more he pulls her in to him
As fingers trace her tear stained face
His lips claim hers in ardent kiss
She thanks her God for this sweet gift
His breath, his scent, what joy is this?
But when she opens up her eyes
She is alone on windswept beach
Beneath the gaze of the full moon

A Callman Collaboration 
Paul Callus and Eileen Ghali

Copyright © Eileen Manassian | Year Posted 2024

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Paige Hind Date: 8/1/2024 12:33:00 PM Lovely...enchanting, like magic between, enjoyed reading Login to Reply

Susan Ashley Date: 6/1/2024 6:26:00 PM Dear Eileen, when two golden pens, like yours and Paul's, spill tragic ink together upon the page one can't help but feel the passion and pain of lost love in a visceral way. I was especially struck by the repetition of "Beneath the gaze of the full moon" and its touching association to the heartbreaking verse "Twelve times a year she calls his name" - so subtle yet so potent.. so poignant! A seamless collaboration, you've both captured the bitter beauty of sorrow and yearning where one's reminiscence can feel so real. Warmest wishes, Eileen, your poetic presence has been missed.. ~Susan Login to Reply

Brandy Nicole Date: 4/12/2024 6:19:00 PM After seeing this on Paul's page, I wanted to share my thoughts here on your page too. There's so many emotions within this beautiful, yet tender poem. Your words mix well together. Many wonderful blessings to you, Eileen. Hugs, Brandy Login to Reply Eileen Manassian Date: 4/13/2024 6:43:00 AM So kind of you to come here as well, Brandy. I appreciate the visit and kind comment.

Paul Callus Date: 4/12/2024 1:48:00 AM Good morning Eileen! It is nice to see that our poem has already attracted the attention of numerous readers and elicited several lovely comments. It is satisfying to write and share with others. ~ Thank you for accepting to be my collaborator once again; you know I love it :) ~ May you have a lovely weekend ~ Hugs // paul Login to Reply Eileen Manassian Date: 4/13/2024 6:44:00 AM You're a joy to work with. Thank you for always remembering me even though I know your a busy author. Until next time.. Big hugs

Karen Jones Date: 4/11/2024 7:04:00 AM Wow as beautiful as it is imaginative! Beautiful collaboration by you both! Thanks for sharing! Login to Reply Eileen Manassian Date: 4/13/2024 6:45:00 AM Thanks ever so much for the visit and comment, Karen God bless

Sara Kendrick Date: 4/11/2024 2:56:00 AM Whoa!! A collaboration which seems seamless in the reading. Thanks for you two sharing your talent with us in this one. Your visit to my page was uplifting. Sara K Login to Reply Eileen Manassian Date: 4/13/2024 6:46:00 AM That's the best compliment, Sara. Paul is such a high caliber writer that I really have to do my best to try to make it seem seamless. I love writing with him. Have a blessed day

Kim Rodrigues Date: 4/11/2024 2:47:00 AM Wow! I know many who would desire this but would it hurt even more to once again lose their love. Very nice collaboration! Login to Reply Eileen Manassian Date: 4/13/2024 6:47:00 AM True... but a moment is better than none at all. Blessings and thanks

Alexis Y. Date: 4/7/2024 3:43:00 PM WoW! Eileen, You and Paul write so well together. I am a fan of you both! It has romance, longing, allure, and sadness. A love story can contain all that much more. PS, I am still in awe of your pen-Alexis Login to Reply Eileen Manassian Date: 4/7/2024 7:57:00 PM So sweet of you to pass by, dear. You always encourage. Thank you for that. Working with Paul is truly a pleasure I hope I never have to forgo. Hope all is well with you.

Aysha Nuwas Date: 4/6/2024 12:34:00 AM I love the romance, such a wonderful poem by both of you, Aysha Login to Reply Eileen Manassian Date: 4/6/2024 1:37:00 AM Thank you for your visit and kind comment.

Richard Lamoureux Date: 4/5/2024 6:34:00 AM You two are amazing. So well expressed. Sad and romantic. I was swept along on the waves of emotion from start to finish. If you have time give my obsession poem a read. I think you will enjoy it. :0) Login to Reply Eileen Manassian Date: 4/5/2024 7:23:00 AM Thanks for the visit. Romance and passion... who can live without them. Even in absence, the thrill the heart with remembrance. I'm grateful for Paul's continued interest in writing with me. Thanks for the visit. Obsession is fantastic!

Victor Buhagiar Date: 4/5/2024 2:46:00 AM sad but so romantic. Glad to have seen your romantic poem. Login to Reply Eileen Manassian Date: 4/5/2024 4:32:00 AM Thank you so much for stopping by. The state of the world... especially here in the Middle East has affected my mental health. I don't write as much. I'm glad Paul encourages me now and again. Blessings

Tom Woody Date: 4/4/2024 1:55:00 PM I saw this on Paul's page but thought I'd leave a nice comment here too. Outstanding poetry Login to Reply Eileen Manassian Date: 4/5/2024 4:30:00 AM So kind of you to stop by. Thank you for the words of encouragement. Blessings

Jan Allison Date: 4/4/2024 1:03:00 PM It is a joy to see your collaboration with Paul, the lines flow seamlessly its wonderful to see you back on soup, have missed you and your wonderful poetry and I would love to see your blogs with the videos re posted for all to see:-) hugs Jan xx Login to Reply Eileen Manassian Date: 4/5/2024 4:29:00 AM Oh, Jan. Thank you. I miss everyone here. I've injured my knee and have been busy lately with MRI..XRAY... and such. I still hobble along. I'll need a shot in the knee. There are other issues that came up, but one day at a time. Thankfully my brother came to visit for 2 weeks. My hubby was gone for about a month. He's returned so things are a bit easier now. Hope I can write more soon. Will be by to visit. Paul is so kind to want to collab with me. It always makes me happy to hear from him with the idea for a poem. Big hugs

Aqua Marine Date: 4/3/2024 11:24:00 PM I am sooooooo happy to "hear" your voice, and "see" your Poetess Heart embellish PS page again... Pure waters from an artesian well... And a succinctly written collaboration with Paul. I sometimes struggle to comment-a dreadfull shyness I've had since a child... But I do love coming to this library of familiar and comforting poets and their poems. So glad to find you both here. Delightful words. Beloved Ones are buried deep in our heart. To forget them is to forget what's in our hearts. Warm Hug Login to Reply Eileen Manassian Date: 4/5/2024 4:21:00 AM What a loving and sweet comment. Thank you, dear. I'm honoured to have your visit. It always brings me joy when Paul has time to collab with me. He starts the dance and I finish it. He always know that romance is what inspires me most. Thank you. I'll be by to visit you soon.