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Mosaic Musings...interactive poetry reviews _ ARCHIVES -> Chapbook Competitions _ Heaven's Kennel

Posted by: Eisa Jan 31 09, 09:52

Heaven’s Kennel

I knelt beside you while the candle flared
and plumped a pillow underneath your head,
then rearranged your comfort blanket, spread
to warm your waning flame. I was prepared
to say farewell, when light grew faint. Your eyes
were closed in sleep, but flickered when I stroked
your weary head. I tried to speak, but choked
on sputtered words, awaiting your demise.

I kindled memories of youthful days --
our lives aglow with energetic zest.
The candle dimmed to soothe your soul to rest.
I said Goodbye and kissed you through a haze
of biting sorrow, for your spark had gone.
Your burnt out form remained; I blazed with grief.
The candle waned as tears gave some relief.
Outside the birds began to welcome dawn.

In Heaven’s Kennel you’re a dazzling star;
each year I reminisce by candle light
and feel the poignancy of loss ignite,
yet sense your shining essence from afar.

Posted by: Cleo_Serapis Jan 31 09, 12:45

Thank you for your entry into Odin's Opposition!

Perhaps you'll rise up, drink from the Well of Wisdom and be crowned the 'bringer of victory'?

Best of luck in the battle!

~Mosaic Musings Staff

Posted by: Cleo_Serapis Sep 10 09, 19:18

Congratulations Snow on your Gold placement!

You have risen up, drank from the Well of Wisdom and have been crowned the ‘bringer of victory’!

Well done!

Posted by: ohsteve Sep 11 09, 19:16

Eira, Great going on achieving first place, a wonderful poem very deserving of the win.

Steve