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I guess you could say I'm a citizen of the world. I've traveled....and I've lived parts of my life in Iran, Lebanon, the US, and Cyprus. I am proud of my Armenian heritage. I was born in Tehran, Iran and soon after that, my family went to the States for my dad to work on his MA degree and many years later, to work on his Ed.D. I have a lot of the Middle East and the West in me, and at times....I feel confused about my identity. I do, however, cling to my Armenian roots and am outspoken about recognition by the world of the Armenian Genocide that took place over 100 years ago.

Since my parents had no common language, the language spoken in our home was English. Yes, I am most fluent in English, and I think, dream, and converse in that language, though I do speak 5 other languages to varying degrees! :)

I am melancholy/sanguine by nature and feel everything very keenly. My highs are SUPER HIGH...and my lows...SUPER LOW! I guess you could say...I'm INTENSE. I'm passionate about poetry to the point of obsession.

The events that have colored my life are the death of my mother due to MS and the war in Lebanon. As a child, it was hard for me to come to grips with the fact that my mother was ill, and to see her go from being a vibrant, well-loved teacher to a wheelchair bound, isolated woman was a very harrowing experience. I do believe, though, that there is a resurrection day and that, by His grace, I will see my Mama fully restored...free of wheelchair, able to sing, laugh, and smile again. The war in Lebanon...bombs landing all around, nights spent in bomb shelters.. has also scarred me to some degree.

What I'm most proud of? That would be my daughter...Shereen Natalie Ghali. She is the light of my life. Her name in Farsi means SWEET! :)

Currently, I teach English at Middle East University in Beirut, Lebanon. Poetry Soup has been a haven for me....most of the time! ;) I've developed amazing friendships here that are very genuine and real. My dream is to one day have my name on a volume of poetry! One can always dream....Thank you for making the effort to get acquainted. God bless!


 


A Word of Thanks

Blog Posted:4/10/2016 12:37:00 PM

Dear Soupers,

A word of thanks to those of you who took the time to visit Timoteo's first poem. I appreciate it. I have since gotten this reponse from him:

Miss, I don't know how to thank you enough!

Your support got me lots of comments and views on Poetry Soup.
I had a great debut. You gave me an amazing opportunity to get feedback and to improve my work in the perfect community for doing so!
I will try my best not to put your gift to waste.
 
I had not seen this poem before he published it, and am glad that you have all been so gracious with him. Thanks ever so much. I was a little worried about some constructive criticism right off the bat, as it were, but I'm glad to see that he has taken it in the right spirit.
 
I'm sorry I haven't been around much. I'm unable to write or to visit. Something just doesn't feel right. Work takes my husband on several trips, the longest one being the one to the US in late April. Perhaps in that month he is away I may be able to get back into the game, but for right now....it's just not happening. Thanks for your patience with me. It appears my muse is still on holiday.
 
Hugs,
 
Eileen
 
 

 



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Date: 4/15/2016 9:27:00 AM
What a great response! You do inspire Eileen. I hope your muse emerges soon. I have slowed up as well of late. Hugs Rick.
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Date: 4/15/2016 5:14:00 PM
Thank you, Richard. The problem is not with my muse. It is with what is going on on the site at the moment. It is so unfair. I have since found out what the situation is. I cannot write and post poetry on a site that is biased. I have read your latest dedication to your sweetie. It is lovely. I will still read your poetry and comment to you in soupmail. Blessings.
Date: 4/11/2016 1:22:00 PM
Your student is fun to read dear Eileen...I really like his poems. I read his second one today. 're your muse ,I can relate to that feeling.Mine is in need for a holiday though I believe : ) Nice to see you here. .Hugs.
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Date: 4/11/2016 3:18:00 PM
He is a nice young man....not even twenty. Ahhhh...youth. Still full of idealism. Thanks ever so much for visiting his work, sweetie. I'm glad he has found a home here. Miss you...I hope your muse comes back soon. You are Poem of the Week...so that's good! ;)
Date: 4/10/2016 5:06:00 PM
I wish you would have been my teacher Hugs
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Date: 4/10/2016 9:56:00 PM
:) You are adorable! Thanks for saying that. I have a good relationship with my students. I think the administration puts up with my quirkiness because they always hear from the students how popular and loved I am. It helps!! ;) Hugs
Date: 4/10/2016 2:32:00 PM
It is a pleasure to encourage our youth. Your muse will be back until then don't be a stranger. Many times I wont have a thought in my head until I read some moving poems.
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Date: 4/10/2016 2:54:00 PM
I'm an unseen presence at times. I will read, but feel unable to post a comment. I read your latest. I read you every chance I get, Tim. I love your poetry. I just may not be able to connect. Thanks for dropping by.
Date: 4/10/2016 2:05:00 PM
- Hugs & Love // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 4/10/2016 2:53:00 PM
Thank you, Sunshine. I read your blog. I can't believe someone is stealing your lovely work. Please be strong. It is sometimes hard for me to connect with people due to how I am feeling. Please know that you are dear to me. Hugs, sweet one.
Date: 4/10/2016 2:04:00 PM
You are welcome Eileen, it was nice of you to help introduce him to PS. It is also nice to read he is open to feedback, it will help him to develop. No need to apologize for not being around, when it doesn't feel right, you shouldn't force it, you shouldn't have to force it. We'll see you when you come back, when it's right.
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Date: 4/10/2016 2:52:00 PM
Thanks, Rob. It just makes me sad that I am unable to write. I am so passionate about writing. Anyway...hope to post something now in a few minutes. It's not my best, but I have to try. Thanks ever so much. Hugs
Date: 4/10/2016 12:57:00 PM
Oh Dang, I never visited him yet. Is he under Timoteo?? LEt me go try to visit him on my way off here!!!
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Date: 4/10/2016 9:54:00 PM
You beat me to it. I'm heading on that way now. Hugs, dear one.
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Date: 4/10/2016 6:45:00 PM
I read his last post and he did a great job of it!
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/10/2016 1:04:00 PM
Hey, Andrea....Check my previous blog for the link. My previous blog is entitled...A Favor, Please. Thanks, dear. Sorry I haven't been around. Will try...Hugs
Date: 4/10/2016 12:53:00 PM
I don't blame your muse for taking an extended break - guess she is missing Malta - i know I can't wait to visit again later on in the year:-) :-) hugs jan xx
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Date: 4/10/2016 12:56:00 PM
Jan....I so want to go back....I felt at peace there. There is still so much to see. Lucky you. My brother was gracious to pay for our tickets and accommodation, but I will go back one day. :) Thanks for visiting. I'm sorry I haven't been around. I'm just a little low at the moment. Hugs, dear.

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