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Eileen Manassian
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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!


 

Thanks and a Request

Blog Posted by Eileen Manassian: 7/8/2025 1:21:00 PM

Dear Soup Friends,

I know I haven't been around much. I want to thank those of you who still visit my page and comment. It means the world to me. My life lately hasn't been easy. I have alot going on. I'm caring for my 89 year old father who has alzheimers, and I'm teaching full time. Tomorrow I'm giving a final exam and summer session will be over, and I'll have some time to breathe. My husband will be going awary on a 10 day trip tomorrow to help my daughter out, so that will also free up some time.

I just wanted to thank you all for listening the the song Jerry Curtis made out of my lyrics. I guess you all know by reading Jan's lovely blog (for which I'm so grateful), that this was a dream come true for me, and it really lifted my flagging spirits.

I'm asking for your patience as I really want to be able to thank you individually, but it will take some time. I need to hand in grades. After that, I will be more available.

Thanks again to Jerry, Jan, and all of you for you support and care. Blessings and love.

 

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Date: 7/12/2025 9:18:00 AM
Congratulations my friend. Your face is like sweet coronations to enjoy. Hugs, Eve.
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/13/2025 5:15:00 PM
What a sweet comment. I'm touched by your kindness. God bless, dear.
Date: 7/10/2025 6:16:00 AM
Hang in Eileen. You are strong. :)
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/10/2025 6:39:00 AM
Thank you. I'm trying. I appreciate your visit.
Date: 7/9/2025 2:15:00 PM
Glad you're okay, Eileen!! TLC, best wishes, health, the works!!
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/10/2025 1:31:00 AM
Just barely hanging on. Thank for the visit and kind words, dear. Blessings
Date: 7/9/2025 6:31:00 AM
No problems, Eileen. Enjoy your trip, and congrats on that beautiful song.
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 7/10/2025 10:39:00 AM
oh, so the ten-day trip is no big deal then. That's amazing about the cats. I have only one now, but my daughter is moving in with us (and her three adult kids as well) and are bringing TWO more cats. We had to find a new home for our beloved dog because my youngest granddaughter is allergic to dogs. It's going to be really strange how life will change with a full house again. My daughter's husband lost everything from being scammed, even their house, so THAT guy is not going to be in the picture any more!
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/10/2025 1:34:00 AM
I'm not the one going on a trip, Andrea. Wish I were. My husband travelled to Cyprus. My daughter wants to relocate back home to be with us, so he's there to help her with that. I'm alone with dad and a million cats. Besides my 3, I'm feeding the neighbours cats 7 or 8 and a stray. Thanks for liking the song. I really am happy with the result. Blessings
Date: 7/9/2025 6:03:00 AM
I’m happy for you Eileen. A perfect poem to make into a song.
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/10/2025 1:35:00 AM
Thanks, Richard. You are a great support to me here.
Date: 7/9/2025 3:37:00 AM
Eileen, thank you for writing those amazing lyrics that created that delightful music and song, it is so inspiring to see happen. You have a lot going on, do what you must, take care and we understand, Constance
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/10/2025 1:38:00 AM
Oh.. what a sweet post. Thanks, Constance. I'm not doing too well. I'm not good being alone and dad isn't very talkative due to his alzhiemers. Feels like the walls are closing in on me at times. Can't drive in Lebanon and even if I could can't leave dad alone. Maybe I'll spend more time on Soup in the coming days. That's a positive. Thanks for the visit and for liking our collaboration. I do believe Jerry made my lyrics come to life.
Date: 7/8/2025 8:31:00 PM
It was a pleasure to read your poem! Hugs
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/10/2025 1:38:00 AM
Thanks ever so much, Kim. Much appreciated. :)
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/8/2025 9:18:00 PM
Thanks, Kim. I appreciate it. Will be by to visit soon.
Date: 7/8/2025 5:05:00 PM
I'm very pleased that Jerry has the tools to turn your authentic poem into a beautiful listening experience, Eileen. You can be rightly proud of the end results. Thank you for the visit. Keep well, my friend. Su xxx
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/8/2025 8:19:00 PM
Thanks ever so much, dear. I really love how it turned out. Jerry made my words seem more beautiful than they really are. Case in point, it got more views. I told my students about it and they are happy for me. Thank you for being a constant support. Blessings
Date: 7/8/2025 3:50:00 PM
I'm so thrilled that Jerry made your dreams come true Eileen and it was my pleasure to get your poem more exposure by doing the blog - you had no idea it had been done so to me it really is the best collaboration ever:-) hugs Jan xx
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/8/2025 8:15:00 PM
Thanks to the exposure, it become POTD. That hasn't happened for me in a LONG time. You are a dear friend and we go way way back. I really appreciate your kindness, Jan. I needed this boost. I'm going to have a a difficult ten days ahead. Keep me in your prayers.
Date: 7/8/2025 2:38:00 PM
Eileen you are so beautiful my poetess friend~ Thank you!
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/8/2025 8:13:00 PM
Thank you for the kind compliment. Much appreciated. :)
Date: 7/8/2025 1:52:00 PM
Nice blog Eileen. Yes, Maria Williams has turned a number of mine as well as others' lyrics into AI generated songs too. It can be a nice experience. Maria has many AI generated songs and videos on her page. Check her out!
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/8/2025 8:12:00 PM
Thanks for the visit and for sharing your experience. I've just asked someone to turn it into a video. Once it's a finished product, I'll post it here and on other platforms.

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