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When day disappears behind the far-off mountains, The fading sun takes the twinkle from the fountains, And night’s velvet blanket hangs high in the sky, And I snuggle into a pillow til morning is nigh. A dream wafts in from a heavenly source, Soaring directly and straight on course. Dreams are like a journey into the unknown. Where magic stories and poems are shown. Realms of images by a wave of fairy dust, flown, Where everything I see and hear will be my own. The birth of a poem, held tightly by my dream. An inkling of an idea, I don't know how it will stream. An illusion, a miracle, my poem is still an embryo. So many enchanted ideas, it has a long way to go. My dream will keep it safe and allow it to grow. Will it be clever, funny or cute, this I don’t yet know. Deep in sleep my dream lets me feel your love all around. I feel myself restless though I don’t make a sound. Your love is so new, feels like a babe in my arms. I delight in the misty vision of you with all your charms. Something is wrong, its as if I don’t know you. where is the fondness that we each have so true? My dream has it wrong for we are in love. Our union was blessed years ago by heaven above, But in this dream, you simply don’t know me. My husband where’s the love you always bestow me? I don’t want this new dream, where’s the love we had? I see you standing at a church alter as just a young lad. The bride isn’t me, I cant control this dream, makes me sad. I don’t like this dream, I want one that makes me glad. My eyes are twitching, my breathing is everywhere. This isn’t a dream it’s turned to a horrible nightmare. Wait. What's this? You are there beside me, near everyone. That isn’t you getting married, that’s in the future, our son.

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Date: 9/14/2023 10:22:00 PM
What an incredible poem and was captivated with your rhythm on dreams and realms to then be shifted to an unexpected twist. Got me on my toes with this beautiful ending. Congratulations on your win!
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Date: 9/14/2023 11:58:00 PM
I am thrilled that you enjoyed my poem, as I am sure you will agree, nothing nicer for a poet than to have her peers like a poem. I am so far behind with reading Soup' wonderful poems, But I promise to make every effort to read yours soon. Thank you once again. Best wishes SV
Date: 9/12/2023 3:18:00 AM
Dear Talented Poetess, your rhymes and flow of storytelling and depth of this write truly blew me away. I love the opening lines the most how they drew me in and left me in awe captivated. And the ending truly is soul touching and moving. And is so creative, how you’ve left us readers pondering too and intrigued. What a profound dream delivered eloquently. Thank you for writing. CONGRATULATIONS
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Date: 9/12/2023 7:33:00 AM
I am so honored to be included in the winners of your challenging contest, Empress. Your encouraging words are like magic urging me to make every effort to create a worthy entry. Thank you so very much. from SV
Date: 9/8/2023 8:31:00 AM
Such a lovely dreamy piece SV, dreams are amazing things that send one in all directions, and funny enough when I dream my stammer is always still there in the dream but never mind you can't win them all. Have a great day, its really hot here today, Gordon
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Date: 9/8/2023 8:54:00 AM
That means you are still you in your dreams Gordon, subconsciously satisficed with who you are. I am the opposite, in my dreams I hear the sexy soft tones of my voice quite unsatisfied with the void I am left with now. You are right, dreams take all sorts of twists and turns. I used to think it was because it was one of the few things about myself that I was proud of. They say pride goes before a fall. Glad you liked my poem Thank you for the comment Best wishes SV
Date: 9/8/2023 1:39:00 AM
I find it difficult to recapture a poem from a dream, but occasionally a splinter of a dream can lead to something quite different. But then everyone has his own methods.
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Date: 9/8/2023 1:58:00 AM
In reality Victor I don't attribute my poems to dreams. This is just fiction, however there are times when I do have to jump up and type ideas that I thought of in semi-awakeness or maybe when dreaming. There are also times, when without even thinking I type what a silent voice inside me is dictating. I cant explain it any better than that. When I read it, its quite a surprise to me what I have written. These times are definitely when I write my most favorable poems. Thanks for you comment Victor, although once again you didn't bother to say if you liked my poem or not.
Date: 9/7/2023 3:15:00 PM
beautiful penning, and poem, i think inspiration comes from elsewhere, really, in bad or good dreams, your poetry is enlightning, enjoyed yann
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Date: 9/7/2023 3:32:00 PM
Yann thank you so much, I am glad you liked it. I sometimes wake up filled with an idea for a poem, and have to get up and type the main features, because I know by morning I will have forgotten, and that's hard on a cold winter's night when I cant find my slippers in the dark. The things we do for poetry ! hope the coming weekend is a good one for you. Cheers SV
Date: 9/7/2023 10:58:00 AM
SV, this is just marvelous and very "dreamy!" It encompasses the entire realm of dreams from soaring poems and visions to dreaded nightmares that turn on a dime from terror to a prophecy! I love the cadence of each line and the dreamland express in your journey takes me on a delightful trip through fantasy. Thank you for sharing this gem! Made me :D!
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Date: 9/7/2023 2:05:00 PM
Well Sam your comment made me :D! Its same old same old with me, no fancy words, just a rhyming story. Glad you like it. I am going to have to start studying the dictionary I think, to keep up with all these young whipper snappers! Thanks so much for your kind words Sam, you take care. Best wishes from SV
Date: 9/7/2023 10:44:00 AM
A nice dream with nice poem should not have an ending. Good one.
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Date: 9/7/2023 2:07:00 PM
Thanks for your continued support Jay. It really is appreciated. Best wishes from SV
Date: 9/7/2023 6:23:00 AM
Your poem, crafted with eloquence and talent, SV. It captivated the senses with its exquisite imagery and poignant words. It painted a vivid evoking a sense of enchantment and wonder. Like a raging tempest, poetry can unleash the untamed fury of life's hardships. It is a thunderous roar, echoing through the depths of despair, giving voice to the anguish and pain that resides within. With each syllable, it pierces the heart, leaving scars that bear witness to the struggles endured. Great poem
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Date: 9/7/2023 7:26:00 AM
Twas a tad trite, and the bar has been set not only by yourself dear friend, but we are witnessing a fresh wave of talent on Soup, that brings with it, your style of flourishing words and phrases and heightened vocabulary that is beyond my reach, but I am content with my efforts of a rhyming story teller. Thank you for your ever most eloquent comment, it is welcomed with a huge smile my friend. SV
Date: 9/7/2023 6:22:00 AM
- A wonderful dream that you don't want to end, S.V. :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs
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Date: 9/7/2023 7:18:00 AM
I had no idea myself where this was going, my mind dictated, I typed, so the end was abrupt, and maybe didn't fully make sense, but I decided not to tamper with it. Glad you thought it was OK Anne-Lise. I appreciate you letting me know. Every best wish. SV
Date: 9/7/2023 2:25:00 AM
I love a story arc in a poem and this delivers.. I very much love: "A dream wafts in from a heavenly source, Soaring directly and straight on course. Dreams are like a journey into the unknown. Where magic stories and poems are shown."
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Date: 9/7/2023 2:28:00 AM
Thank you so very much Sam, I really appreciate your comment and share your love of a story running through a rhyming poem. Very best wishes from SV I see you are new to Soup. Welcome. I will take time to read your poems in the coming week. I look forward to it.

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