Open Poetry #44 |
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Selene |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light ![]() |
![]() Selene by Linda L. Dowd As sun surrenders in the evening sky ~ sinking at far edge of the world, Selene begins her slow ascent among the stars. Sensing the pull of the waxing moon, I sway in rhythm with the tides. I slip into a reverie as I view Selene suspended in a black velvet sky. For eons, mankind has been mesmerized by this paragon of pulchritude. In silence, she radiates her quiet beauty upon the Earth ~ smiling... . |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Not only are you an Angelo Terrestre, but also an Angelo Lunare! Selene rhymes with Serene and you just brought me into this place of "quiet pulchritude" with your magical weave of romantic words. The picture suggests a lovely transparence and that's what the Moon also transmits and reflects, transparent love thoughts sent up by multitudes of romantic souls. Love and hugs. Margherita ![]() |
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suthern![]() ![]()
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
In silence, she radiates her quiet beauty upon the Earth ~ smiling... Much as you do with your words. *S* This is lovely! *S* |
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Misty Lilacs Senior Member
since 2005-11-15
Posts 1060White Birch Forest |
Ahhhh ... this radiates beauty upon me and mine. Lovely, dear friend. ooxx __________________________ |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
a most fine 'write' (grand imagery)! ... I am especially fond of the beginning : "As sun surrenders in the evening sky ~ sinking at far edge of the world, Selene begins her slow ascent among the stars." AND: "...Selene suspended in a black velvet sky... In silence, she radiates her quiet beauty upon the Earth ~ smiling..." MUCH (sustained) applause for this 'penning' !! |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Sensing the pull of the waxing moon, I sway in rhythm with the tides. I slip into a reverie as I view Selene suspended in a black velvet sky. A beautiful picture dear Linda with words to match, a delight to read. love you. Lindsay |
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Prasad Nataraj Senior Member
since 2008-05-29
Posts 1149Bangalore,India |
Hi Linda, admiring the beautiful picture and very much your lovely words to goes very well. Very romantic and gentle. ![]() "Hardwork pays in the long run" |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Yo dear Linda, Selene is always causing trouble. Hyperion and Theia should have taught her better. Nice description of the troublemaker. Love Bobby |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Linda - I've been immersed into your writing... BC |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Absolutely beautiful, Linda. Your best, I think, but then I have thought that so many times before! Owl |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Maga Margherita, your replies are always a pleasure to read. ~ all of your replies~ ~ and to everyone! ![]() ![]() Angelo Lunare ![]() |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Suthern One ~ Now you have me "smiling". ![]() Thank you! Love and Moon Light, Linda ![]() |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Misty Lilacs ~ Marti Girl, your absences are far too long for my liking! You are sorely missed when you are in absentia! ~ May the moon beam peace and surrenity upon you and your loved ones, each and every night. ![]() Love you! Sending love and a warm, loving, healling hug! Linda ![]() [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (04-29-2009 12:48 PM).] |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
shdp ~ Well, Nature Poet Bruce, that was a very enthusiastic response! ~ I much appreciate your appreciation! ![]() Love & Moon Magic, Linda ![]() |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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LindsayP ~ Greetings, LP!!! ~ and thank you for your nightly visit! I look forward to them! ![]() ~ May the moon shine blessings of Love & Light upon you and your family! Linda ![]() |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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Prasad ~ Yes, that is a very beautiful painting. I wish I knew the name of the artist. I have used this pic before to accompany a poem of mine. I feel as though I am a part of it. Thank you! ![]() Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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Bobby ~ Yes, Serene has had her moments. ~ Haven't we all? ![]() It is believed that a moonlit night brings the feeling of romance as Selene's moon rays ~ and kisses ~ fall upon sleeping mortals. ![]() Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
BC ~ ...as I have, yours! ![]() ![]() Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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Owl ~ ...and I never get tired of 'hearing' you 'say' it! lol Love to you, Dear Diana! ![]() Linda |
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Suncleaver Member
since 2009-01-18
Posts 481Stafford England |
Beautiful penning of silvery luna beauty Linda. ![]() |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Fine writing...James |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Beautiful and so calming, Linda, Lovely picture too. Ida |
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Raindance Member
since 2009-02-07
Posts 120West Coast |
This is SO beautiful; a keeper for sure! |
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FairEllen New Member
since 2009-04-29
Posts 2Florida USA |
This is a most tranquil poem, and the graphic furnishes a calm setting. A poem to be read with reverence. Beautifully brushed. Remember me in my words, as I, too, shall remember you. |
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Chalmette Guy Senior Member
since 2009-03-11
Posts 1257Louisiana |
Mystical....mesmerizing words. |
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viking_metal Senior Member
since 2007-02-02
Posts 1337In a Jeep, Minnesota. |
Impressive write. ![]() Everyone deserves to be loved, even you. |
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Oklahoma Rose Senior Member
since 2008-02-28
Posts 1586Oklahoma USA |
Linda, as usual, you have penned the most beautiful poem. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Suncleaver ~ One as chimerical as ye be, Lunar Luke, wouldst surely enjoy any poem about the Moon Goddess. ![]() Love & Lunar Magic, Linda ![]() |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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James Michael ~ Aloha, Hawaii Man! I know you to be one who has gazed at the moon ~ a time or two! Selene sends her love! ~ She loves lovers! ![]() ![]() Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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Marchmadness ~ It pleases me that my Ida Belle found my post "calming". Nowadays, that a good thang! ![]() ~ I collect moonbeams in an indigo jar and sprinkle them on dark and dreary nights! ![]() Lunar Love & Light, Linda Lou ![]() |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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Raindance ~ As a poet ~ Well, let's say "as a writer of poetry" ![]() ![]() ~ May you bask in the beams of Serene, each and every night. ![]() EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Fair Ellen ~ "Tranquil" is such a calming word. Thank you for using it to describe my poem. That was my main intention for writing it ~ besides giving the Moon Goddess her rightful due! ![]() Love, Peace, & Tranquility, EA ![]() |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Chalmette Guy ~ Words like that, keep me writing! They are a great motivator. Thank you, CG! ~ When the moon is luminous and full, may Selene smile down upon you. ![]() Love & Lunar Light, Linda ![]() |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
viking ~ When a Viking speaks, I listen! ~ and me likes what I hear! lol ![]() Thank you, Impressive One! ![]() EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Oklahoma's Sweetest Rose ~ Good evening! Thank you for stopping by and for leaving such a kind comment! ~ May moonbeams chase away your mares of nite. Love & Moon Magic, Linda ![]() |
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Goldenrose Member Elite
since 2003-05-30
Posts 3665 |
Well i recognise this soft and gentle, but wise write, it could only be from the pen of the Earth Angel, thank you for sharing this lovely poem Linda. Goldenrose. Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength,while loving someone deeply gives you courage. Lao Tzu 6th century BC. |
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