"Life is about taking risks to get what you want."
Quote by _ Adam Lambert
Adam Lambert,
runner up on American Idol 2009. Oh, that hurt !
But with magnetic power and charisma he toured with Queen,
his makeup, flamboyance, costumes and vocals are to be seen.
Adam's first real job was on a cruise ship,
with theater and singing- his courtship;
he grew up in San Diego,
rising to fame, a Draco ...
a twisting constellation, a starship !
So talented, "music is where my heart is," he declares,
and his performances on stage leave audiences in tears.
On a wild journey, touring, creating albums and singles,
while touring with Queen, gathering awards and accolade sprinkles.
He is lifted above the deserted wilderness as a snake
His tail is the starlight river that flows into delight
Christ bursts forth the brightest river so every pearl can return home
(Inspired by the teaching by the ancient Gnostic sect the "Peratics" that Christ opened a door to paradise through the draco constellation)
Mythical Greek characters can be seen in the sky
Orion, the giant huntsman, draws back his bow
The constellation Cygnus, is said to be Zeus in disguise
Draco, the dragon appears in the big Dipper's glow
The Romans gave us Luna, she lights up the night
Her glow spins stories of passsion and romance
The constellation Hercules, shines its bright light
In the west or the east you may see Venus by chance
Aquarius, the water bearer, inspired a song
Perseus, who slew Medusa, is seen on high
His wife, princess Andromeda, is among the celestial throng
As Pegasus, who carried thunder for Zeus, spread his wings to fly!
3-17-2023
Writing Challenge - 'M' Words - Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Constance La France
Santa Claus hired a dragon, Donnie Draco
to bring shy elves out of their cocoons;
he trains them to deliver the presents,
as meeting humans for them, is not pleasant.
Humans are huge and tower over elves,
and they would prefer just to sit on shelves.
Donnie's courage lends them strength;
don't worry, he keeps them at arm's length.
Donnie takes them around to stores,
to meet children, by the scores.
Sometimes a push or urging one needs,
to help a shy elf to proceed.
The kids just love to see old Donnie;
Santa thinks a Christmas Dragon's funny.
Well, really, truly yes, it is;
it lends a dimension to this seasonal biz.
And when these little elves are broken in,
Donnie goes home to visit with his kin;
high in the mountains of the North Pole,
in a cave called, "The Old Dragon Hole".
So if at Christmas, in a store you see,
a dragon the size of a Christmas tree
and tiny, shy elves that he is training,
do try not to end up fainting.
For Donnie's kind is a peaceful lot,
really though, if you think not,
just look inside yourself and see,
that deep with us all, a dragon be.
There was an eerie feeling that represented a full moon.
Is it time? The skeleton asked his bunkmates, or is it too soon?
Sure, one replied. Let’s show them that dead is not dead.
They climbed out of their sleeping quarters, their earthy black bed.
October for sure, but is it Halloween? One of the skeletons asked.
The old wise one nodded, but he did not reply. Deep in his flask.
What are you drinking? One of the other boney ones queried.
He shook his fist at him, full of temper. A tiny vole scurried.
Halloween moon, a ghoul who had stopped by quietly said.
He was standing next to Dracula’s son, Draco B. Ted.
Let’s give the humans some howling, scare them into a mood.
Okay, agreed the wise one, but then can we get some food?
Sons and daughters of Draco,
Born of fire,
Embodiment of the Sun,
Soul of the Moon.
Time for our memories to return,
The Earth has whispered.
Mountains shall crumble,
And oceans shall rage.
Draco’s prophet has laid down the law,
All now be with all that fall.
The Goddess weeps in her grave,
A flower falls into hearts she’s saved.
Blessed are they who stand in peace,
Against all odds they now face.
Grandma, what's a constellation of shapes?
It's the stars your looking at tonight.
See how they're shining bright,
Twinkling, and blinking across the black crape.
You'll need to read Greek and Roman mythology
They're full of legends who had escapades which
Were cloak and dagger kind of scrapes
That put Lupus the Wolf, Orion The Hunter, Draco
The dragon, the big and little dippers in to the
Skies. I hope this is feeding your appetite.
Grandma, what's a constellation of shapes?
It's the stars your looking at tonight.
Grandma, it's cold can I snuggle with you in your
Cape?
Of course you can Joshua. There's so much to
See. I have seen a green Comet and meteorites
That were burning through our atmosphere. Think
Of the story you could write.
If you use your imagination you could have
Quite an adventure among the stars to escape.
Grandma, what's a constellation of shapes?
It's the stars your looking at tonight.
Once upon a time, a bold knight started his quest
That led him to the fearsome beast's enclave,
Radiant in an armor of courage shining like gold
Where the Dragon roared from disturbed sleep,
As vile creature spewed blasts of heated flame,
Unsettling the master's gait down to the rocks.
But the hero regained fast with his shield, mighty
As lightning, and charged the dragon once, twice;
To where the barbed point struck a monster's chest...
Undaunted, this giant Draco retaliated in haste
Lashing out talons upon our hero's smaller form,
While the mad creature drew it most lethal blow
Now causing the noble knight to fall into a daze.
O, his loyal unicorn retrieved his master's sword
That angered the dragon, anew, reeling a fire...
With his steed alive through chroming on its head
In daring rush, brave knight punctured enemy's sides
Aiming at Draco's eyes, the poison found there;
Like a whip, the empire's villain met its death:
And gallant victor pulled the dragon's head
Which he offered to the king-- a prized endowment,
As for our warrior... dearest princess, his bride!
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Eve Roper's Once Upon A Time Contest
2/6/2017
If we could cross the sunset skies,
We'd never need a place to lie,
Finding ourselves above all else,
We could fly until the end of time.
But what goes up must also come down,
Although in spirit form we shall be joined,
So fly we will for all eternity,
Perhaps we'll find our true energy.
On a serpent's tail, we'll ride till then on Draco,
And float down the river of Eridanus,
Ride on the winged horse of Pegasus,
Visit the harp of Lyra and gaze at Vega.
Stay in the summer triangle with Aquila,
Then off to the winter triangle to gaze at Sirius,
With so many wonders in all the constellations,
We may even find if all the myths are true.
But if they aren't I'll still have my star you.
Crafted in a fine web like
Gossamer design...
DREAMWORK on a star stream
In a timeless circle, circling the
Great nebula divine, third eye
Projection, rowing in stardust
And in the river of Eridanus...
Well the dream has just begun
Like a comet on the run and
More DREAMWORK to come...
You dance the dance of the
Ancient ones that came from
Andromeda long, long ago as
The wild, wild winds blow across
The foothills of Draco...
Crafted in a fine web of a
Gossamer design in silver and
Gold...
Well the dream has just begun
Like a comet on the run and more
DREAMWORK still to come!
A white spot in the clouds,
a sunflower heavy with seed,
grass too long, should I mow it,
and a blackbird’s wing colours red,
limps on the path and if heavier
crisp snail shells would echo each skip.
Draco, the tomcat eyes me pleased:
only the blackbird bleeds to death.
Andromeda said you were Delphinius
And so first I sought you there.
Questioned and marking Pegasus
Aquarius was quite aware…
That its noon in the summertime air.
.
Draco watched as the dial went round
Wondering when they’d see the sound
.
And so I turned and jumped the dipper
Skipping along to the Leo’s Minor
Knowing in between the Lynx and Hydra
Is a day and a name that would point to the Major
.
Draco ET URSA MINOR… a reminder
To find Her while the earrings are singing
CameLeoPardalis, knot a wall Russ
But a cat Ocelot … ComeAlot she did;
.
Draw me Commando ;)~
Draco said GR Muralis… Quadrans clear.
Plate 1
Crashing wave,
the Darkness lies.
A neon light
burst though my eyes.
My hands on your body...
Your body my ride.
Spiraling Dragon
in the Midnight wind.
Passion burns
in your eyes again.
A blinding light
where the echo bends.
Circling bodies
in a liquid lens.
Eternal is the dance
that's now begun.
Waves in motion
between my thighs.
A wet tone calls
from promising eyes.
Feel my body
with your mind inside...
My hands your mirror
Your body my ride.
Midnight Wind in Draco Song
Hear it blow from tales long gone.
~She Looks, up...
To face the Wind.
A window wide in width,
With stars so bright,
Tranquil it is oh what a sight,
Seeing one of the brightest stars,
There Sirius the dog,
All silent and still,
With Draco near,
Clusters and clusters,
Their everywhere,
Wonderful and tranquil,
They make us dream of romance and life,
Dream of new worlds all alike,
Fairy tales founders are the starry skies,
No wonder we are able to think what we think,
Dreams upon dreams we all seek.
Astronomical....cosmological
reference possible context biblical
Draco,the serpent,biteth Mizar
companion rider,Alcor,to fall mar
Falling backwards into abyss
harsh judgement passed to those remiss
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......Draco,the serpent along the way.....milky way
......mizar and alcor....the horse and rider,
pulling chariot.....the big dipper
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Gen. 49:17
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