Winter Sonata

In the landscape 
of melancholy, 
where arctic 
heartbeats linger, 
I long for withered 
willows to blossom 
like speckled 
diamond petals, 
while your crystalline 
silhouette strolls 
through tangled tunnels 
of my weathered mind.

And I question 
the highest choir 
orchestrating 
  ethereal anthems: 
What if there’s no right key 
to harmonize this 
    undying yearning? 
What if love had a voice? 
Would it be an 
  echo of melting snow— 
thawing glacier hearts 
to stream upon 
silver lakes, 
mirroring drifting 
clouds of memories 
that drizzle 
rose-tinted flakes? 
There, the crisp 
air whispers 
magical tales 
chauffeured in 
cashmere cadence.

But, like the golden 
tendrils of 
  winter jasmine,
my fingers 
 stretch beyond 
fogs of frozen rainbows, 
sketching 
 sweet-scented dreams 
across skies 
 in porcelain pigments, 
as your voice 
  glimmers and 
glows amidst 
   poetic pearls 
resting on 
your lyrical lips, 
shifting through 
colors of the 
     seasonal breeze, 
serenading 
    symphonies 
for soulmates. 

So let me 
 undress the 
wintry wisps of vanilla, 
cloaking the 
 citrine threads
of sunrise in your eyes,
listening to 
 the song of the 
wind that shrouds 
our unsung sonatas 
when we were undone.

For you and I, 
    we are like 
jewels in the azure, 
ruminating in rhymes, 
quilted in a 
 secluded igloo, 
as chickadees 
    of the night 
chirp in sync 
    with the moon, 
mimicking hymns 
from the 
hypnotic lyre of Orpheus,
to which Eurydice waltzed, 
even the waning stars 
would unravel 
  a sequined staircase 
   to the gardens 
above the highest spheres.

For I would die 
a million 
deaths to 
rewind and replay 
the dulcet chorus 
of this 
immortal romance.
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Lamoureux Avatar
January 16, 2024 at 4:43 PM
Congrats on being the number one new poem. Well deserved.
Rodgers Avatar
January 15, 2024 at 4:44 PM
Ink Empress, what a mesmerizing mix of emotions woven with exquisite imagery. The delicate dance of words paints a vivid picture of love, yearning, and the ethereal beauty of winter. Each verse is a brushstroke on the canvas of emotions, creating a timeless ode to the complexities and enchantments of romance. Truly, your poetic prowess shines brightly in this captivating sonnet. Blessings, Daniel
Andresen Avatar
January 12, 2024 at 6:55 AM
- Congratulations on your top poem of the 100 best new poems, Ink :) - An amazing poem ... well deserved :) - hugs
One Avatar
January 5, 2024 at 12:46 PM
Just come back to congratulation on your placement.. his has been a popular poems, hasnt it dear..
Legros Kelley Avatar
January 4, 2024 at 6:14 PM
Ink, this is so incredible, absolutely beautiful. I can well see why it is number one on the best new poems list, it is a brilliant and stunning gem.
Kaufman Avatar
January 3, 2024 at 4:26 AM
Dear Ink, Your innate ability as a poet and the lightness of your soul are such a blessed addition to this site. Another fav here. Happy New Year dear and congratulations for your recognition.
Xiang Avatar
December 30, 2023 at 9:04 PM
Your poetry is like sweet vanilla ice cream peppered with jasmine and chickadees. Ironically, romance is best felt in the melancholic. If that is true, you give love a dulcet voice. Bravo.
Rose  Avatar
December 29, 2023 at 2:32 PM
Congratulations top notch my girl, way to go !
M  Avatar
December 29, 2023 at 9:32 AM
Congratulations sweet Ink on being top of the Woza! Hehe!! …..you are a sweet soul and a great poet ….a beautiful combination!! Enjoy my new friend! You deserve it…..Debx
Goldsmith Avatar
December 29, 2023 at 7:50 AM
WOW!!! Congratulations on being number 1 in the "100 Best New Poems" list for Soup with your wonderful "Winter Sonata" write. Way To Go... Have a great/wonderful day/2024 writing away.................
Jones Avatar
December 29, 2023 at 4:31 AM
Dearest Ink you top the 100 list! So well deserved! Yay! Congrats
Scott Avatar
December 27, 2023 at 11:23 PM
Well done on the number 1 slot, Ink (*applause emoji*) :)
Murray Avatar
December 27, 2023 at 2:29 PM
Beautifully written!! Elegance of your words spill out to my soul
Lawrence Avatar
December 26, 2023 at 5:31 PM
For I would die a million deaths …. to rewind and replay. Soulful writing that takes the reader inward and captures the spirit and heart of your immortal romance . To journey with you is a gift dear Ink ! Congratulations on being number one on the best new poems list . Happy holidays . Hugs, Susan :)
Gasun Avatar
December 26, 2023 at 12:42 AM
A stunning write my dear poet friend. I love and enjoyed this immensely. Wowser from start to end. Thanks for sharing your exceptional talent in poetry my dear poet friend Ink.Blessings to you always and your writings. Hugs
One Avatar
December 24, 2023 at 11:58 AM
Congratulations on having your poem as number one in the top 100 new poems.. You go girl..
Scott Avatar
December 27, 2023 at 11:21 PM
Indeed :))
Xiang Avatar
December 24, 2023 at 11:32 AM
Love your imagery. I'm jealous that the sirens sing to you in dulcet lyrics. Keep yourself lash to the mast as Odysseus did and sing your song as sweetly as you can. I look forward to hearing you belt out your next tune. Keep your ears unplugged with beeswax. Well done.
Pandit Avatar
December 20, 2023 at 5:50 AM
You look great, my friend, at the TOP of best poems list. BIG congrats, Ink.
Empress Avatar
December 20, 2023 at 6:09 AM
Wow thats amazing thank you always dear Vijay for all your support
Ray Choudhury Avatar
December 15, 2023 at 2:44 PM
Congratulations on your fabulous win with this amazing poem, Dear Poetess. “For I would die a million deaths to rewind and replay…” How enchanting lines you have woven with brilliant metaphors and stunning word choices. I am falling in love with the winter sonata! Love and Hugs ~
One Avatar
December 15, 2023 at 2:24 PM
Congratulations on your third place with this awesome poem...
Brul Avatar
December 14, 2023 at 3:59 PM
I have no words, Ink! You have woven an unforgettable winter melody of the heart. Congratulations!
Empress Avatar
December 15, 2023 at 7:29 AM
Ah thank you so very much. Im so grateful to be placed and to receive such soul warming feedback. Thank you for the inspiration truly
Evans Avatar
December 14, 2023 at 10:17 AM
Congratulations. Exquisite creation to make me waltz...
Empress Avatar
December 15, 2023 at 7:28 AM
Thank you so very much truly for your generous support. Truly grateful
Poet Avatar
December 14, 2023 at 9:14 AM
Back with heartfelt congratulations on your podium win, dear Ink, sharing the podium with such a marvelous poetess is a great honor, thanks for your constant support and comments.
Sharma  Avatar
December 3, 2023 at 4:58 AM
No wonder this one's one of the top favs for me!! You really have an artistic talent of weaving enchanting tales everytime & that too so effortlessly my dear.. A love so true & pure, ahh, every soul aches to be embraced by such feelings of fondness.. "where arctic heartbeats linger", "thawing glacier hearts to stream upon silver lakes", "tendrils of winter jasmine, my fingers stretch beyond fogs of frozen rainbows" Such exquisite alliterations along with magnificent metaphors n I'm swooning over
Sharma  Avatar
December 3, 2023 at 5:00 AM
Your mellifluous touch to this elegant take for the contest! That particular reference of Orpheus and Eurydice made me go wowee, it's so intriguing.. "For I would die a million deaths to rewind and replay the dulcet chorus of this immortal romance" Ahh, this is honestly heartwarming my dear Fairy Goddess, you just always take your mystical wand and spellbind us with your heavenly charisma.. I loveee this! Best of luck!! :)
Baker Avatar
December 2, 2023 at 6:05 PM
Your poetry is as beautiful as the heart that inspires the luminescent words of this poem. You allow the reader to feel all the emotions and passion that drive the message of your poem. It is exhilarating to read and feel the alliterations and the eloquent imagery you share with us. A FAV for my list, my friend. " For I would die a million deaths to rewind and replay the dulcet chorus of this immortal romance." I've felt this feeling, it is ecstasy. Love and Light for you tonight, Bill
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