With nothing but a jawbone, I
unhinge the night, let silence die—
book of broken psalms, toothless songs
of what was right, of what went wrong
beneath the hush of watchful sky.
No prize, no game, no lullaby—
just marrow's oath and blood gone dry.
I didn’t mean to last this long
with nothing but a jawbone.
Still, blood remembers how to lie,
to shape a myth, to justify,
to kill wordsmiths who don’t belong—
the kind who bite and call it strong.
What legend lives, and who will try
with nothing but a jawbone?
Chandelier
Sometimes when you're down, put on a song.
A place where you and I belong.
Have you heard of a song called Chandelier?
One of the greatest songs ever.
Puts you in a good mood.
A song that moves you.
1-2-3-,drink.
Lose count. Be free.
Holding on for dear life.
Together, you and I.
Take me wherever you go.
Stand strong into tomorrow.
Crystals sparkle into the blue sky.
Wonderful spirit through your eyes.
Sing to the high note.
Move us wherever the wind goes.
Hold on to the night.
You have always been the light.
1-2-3-, drink.
Besides you, I can see.
Lift us up through song.
Together is where I belong.
Heavenly stars like chandeliers
Amethyst hearts full of cheer
Indigo night devoid of fear
Kente kite like voice in ear
United by cries to hold me near
• She's at it again
• When will this stop?
• To me, until I hear the sound of a chandelier drop
Chandelier princess is a dream by herself.
Admired by faeries, browines and one cute elf.
She is placed much higher than a mere bookcase shelf.
Best of all chandelier princess likes being herself.
Saw her spinning in the sky today.
She looked exquisite, while her toes were twirling away.
I asked how she was doing and gave her a happy “hey!”
The green elf got jealous and told me to “be on my way”.
She wore chandeliers on her ears
Her smile beaming between her ears
Her earrings danced to the tunes of her feet
Her movements like her dancing earrings, so upbeat
She turned her head and diamonds sparkled
touching her eyes
She looked up and caught me by surprise
Her companion moved into the room
And she smiled at her handsome groom
Spaces I had dreamt myself to be in
She said something and they both laughed
Her chandelier earrings caught a spark
He tucked her loose lock behind her ear
To mark a tender moment and hold it dear
I wondered why she chose to wear
My gift of those beautiful chandeliers
Maybe she wanted me also to be near
I turned around not to show my tears!
Star Like Chandelier
be still and know that I am here
in every star like chandelier
I hold you in my heart so dear
live your life and have no fear.
the chandelier shines
with the moon hovering o’er
through the dark window
Chandelier To Enchant
from ceiling above
at central hall of my house
hanging charming chandelier
me to watch at lazy noon
of sunny weekend
sun rays entering through glasses
splitting in sparkling spectrum
displaying dazzling designs
on walls and ceiling
5-7-7. 7-5-7. 7-7-5
12/13/22
Triple New Charlieku 3
Contest by Charles Messina
I have a funky chandelier;
It has a country theme.
From next to farmyard animals,
The light’s supposed to beam.
Four candelabra bulbs it has,
Each 40 watts, but though
The cow’s and sheep’s and pig’s all work,
The horse’s bulb won’t glow.
For more than 30 years it’s hung
Above the same old table,
But some connection’s broken and
To fix it I’m not able.
Some handymen have tried and failed -
No one with intuition
Or knowledge that will do the trick -
I need an electrician.
They don’t make house calls and since I
Can’t take it down, I guess
I’ll have to just get used to
Having light, but somewhat less.
Look up in the trees
Ice crystals hang from branches
Winter's chandelier
moonlight was sparkling
on the crystal chandelier
through the tall window
the room softly glowed
as the breeze whispered romance
and the lovers danced
birds sang in the dark
as the distant stars twinkled
like the chandelier
grand ballroom dance of
swarovski crystals —
cracks in the ceiling
7/19/2020
Haiku or Senyru Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Constance La France
Today is her birthday ring all the bells
Today is her birthday for one who excels
Today be prepared ~ be warned ~ be aware
The grooviest grandma
With flowing red hair
Will be hitting the town
In her gold lamé gown
On the tiniest of feet
Oh so comfy ~ so sweet
Shimmering ~ Silver ‘Birks’
‘Cos to wear any others
Quite frankly really hurts…
A scarlet feather boa
Think you already know her?
Chandelier earrings almost touching the floor
She is Sassy ~ Saucy ~ Sexy too
Hey ~ have you almost guessed who?
With her beloved pussy Irene ^~^
Who really thinks she is the Queen
Robed head to tail in emerald green
A classier pair you've never seen
As a friend she makes me smile
for this I love her all the while
I love her total eccentricity
her passion and her honesty
Happy Birthday salutations on this day of celebrations
Sending love and hugs across the world from Ann your biggest fan
To my dearest Panagiota my poem is my gift to you
Enjoy your day ~ in your unique way ~ as only you can do…
Written 13th March 2020
On my path, you're a light.
You always enliven my life.
You are a chandelier;
with you I see through the dark night.
I hanker after you as wife
for you're a chandelier.
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