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VERSE: Discouraged

by LovelyMay — Discouraged begins with a gentle discovery—a tiny stream barely visible beneath layers of moss, its quiet murmur inviting curiosity. The speaker follows it with innocent wonder, seeing in its path a reflection of hope and quiet promise. There’s companionship in the stream’s rhythm, and an unspoken agreement forms: the journey toward the sea will be shared. As the stream dances past heather and tumbles through hills, joy blooms from the unplanned exploration. It’s a journey both outward and inward,…
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VERSE: Beyond

by LovelyMay — Beyond opens with a deliberate stripping away of the world’s temporary crowns—pride, status, intellect, wealth, and control. These may dazzle while we walk the earth, but their light fades swiftly in the presence of eternity. The poem does not rage against these constructs but gently reveals their inability to survive in the atmosphere of Heaven. There, nothing hollow can endure. Earthly accomplishments, impressive though they seem, are shadows when compared to the enduring flame of true love. It is…
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VERSE: A Woman’s Answer

by LovelyMay — A Woman's Answer begins as a tender, yet unapologetic declaration of how love cannot be caged or confined to a single form. The speaker does not diminish her devotion to her beloved but rather expands the definition of love itself. Her soul responds not just to the touch of one person, but to a symphony of experiences, memories, and meaningful connections. She remembers how sunlight first fell on his hair the day they met, and how winter’s stillness brought him back into her arms. Love, for her, is…
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VERSE: A New Mother

by LovelyMay — A New Mother opens within the quiet strain of a family still grieving, where love is present, but fragmented by memory and loss. Sir Arthur, though dignified and affectionate, carries a solemn weight since the death of his wife. Her absence lingers in the house like a shadow that dims even the happiest days. Each night, the children gaze at her portrait, not as a habit, but as a ritual that binds them to the past. Her voice echoes in the walls, her influence woven into every custom they refuse to let go.…
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VERSE: A Letter

by LovelyMay — A Letter begins with the quiet longing of someone who attempts to translate overwhelming love into lines on a page. The speaker sits with pen in hand, imagining the exact words that might reflect the shape of their heart. Each sentence is crafted with care, but none feel quite complete. Language seems too fragile to hold something so powerful and intimate. A sigh escapes as the speaker realizes that eye contact, a shared silence, or the warmth of touch would speak louder than ink ever could. There’s…
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VERSE: A Legend of Provence

by LovelyMay — A Legend of Provence begins in a quiet moment of reflection, where a simple portrait stirs a deep story of loss and redemption. The image—a sorrowful nun with downcast eyes—serves not just as a symbol of piety, but as the gateway to a narrative set in the sun-kissed fields of southern France. The convent known as Our Lady of the Hawthorns stood like a sanctuary of compassion, offering care to the sick, peace to the weary, and a home to many who had nowhere else to turn. Within its tranquil walls lived…
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VERSE: A Contrast

by LovelyMay — A Contrast opens with an invitation to reflect on a closed chapter of life, framed by an old ebony casket filled with tokens from the past. The scene is not dramatic, but deeply personal—inside are weathered letters, a delicate ring, a once-cherished locket, and most tellingly, a small portrait tied with a crimson thread. Each object carries the weight of memory, not merely sentimental, but transformative in what they once meant and what they now represent. The portrait is especially significant,…
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VERSE: TRUE OR FALSE

by LovelyMay — In the poem "True or False" from the "Legends and Lyrics--First Series," the narrator poetically explores the multifaceted nature of love, distinguishing between its genuine form and various imitations. Through a series of observations and reflections, the speaker identifies different manifestations of love, emphasizing the rarity and value of its truest form. The poet describes experiences with love that demands, love that seeks pleasure, love that strives for power, and love that idolizes the concept of…
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VERSE: TRUE HONOURS

by LovelyMay — In "True Honours," an intimate narrative unfolds as an elderly, blind uncle recounts his life's journey and unfulfilled dreams to his young niece, seeking to instill a lesson of true honor beyond worldly recognition. As a young man, the uncle had ambitious visions of earning distinction through acts of valor, charity, and artistic creation, inspired by his reading of knights and noble quests. However, life's cruel realities, crowned by the loss of his sight, shifted his dreams from personal glory to a more…
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VERSE: THE WAYSIDE INN

by LovelyMay — The Wayside Inn, nestled just beyond the village, presented a serene image with its low, white structure embraced by the cool shade of green trees and an adjacent orchard rich with red-cheeked apples peeking over the green fence. This picturesque setting, complete with a well below where children often stopped to draw water, became a haven for weary travelers and footsore wanderers. One could not miss the unique purple Judas Tree among the branches, adding a touch of color to the already vibrant…
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