Tag Archives: Aspiration

Prometheus

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Helen

This Prometheus Firegiver Seekers’ friend Sacrificial generosity Humble us before The altar of your gift It is feels as though I walked with the gods Last evening Seeing a fiery star Fall to the ground And a vulture rise To … Continue reading →

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RCC Update – Any Advice Most Welcome!!!

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Helen

Can I make a confession?  Right now I feel like I’m on the brink of nervous exhaustion. My work life is out of control at the moment.  Every day brings new, complex problems and massive juggling of resources and politics, … Continue reading →

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Irresistible

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Helen

Irresistible force Collides with Immobility Tension prepares The pen to write Of absurdity Passions frolics Like a clown Alone after the parade Has gone Futility Immutability Of this detritus Is the Universe born (c) Helen Valentina 2013, All Rights Reserved

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Supernova

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Helen

The end Is many coloured Fractured lights Entropy has failed Too incremental To succeed A dieing sun A dieing son…. Energy reignites Through collapse In fire we are purged To begin again A solitary star In a vast sea Of … Continue reading →

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Paradox

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Helen

The human heart Is a paradox Savage selfishness In a gold-edged box It wants what it wants And believes what should be Is its singular desire To merge to a ‘we’ Each love dream unique To each solitary heart Chosen … Continue reading →

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Excision

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Helen

I have Scraped my knees Red raw From kneeling Hands now ache From supplication Over my head Dawn is breaking See I’ve bled I am Cold to my bones Bitter chills Of waiting Heartsick And rendered Stilted beat What god … Continue reading →

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Connected Limericks

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Helen

An ambitious woman once said Tis better to lead than be led But with no-one to follow Her pride she must swallow On bitterest truth is she fed A deluded woman believed That she helped all the people she grieved … Continue reading →

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Autumn Promise

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Helen

On the cusp of winter’s dark dance, first deep chill No birds come greet the sun on my windowsill Glitter frost Blanketing my street sparkling Wrapped in coat now I only pray for the Spring (c) Helen Valentina 2013, All … Continue reading →

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Griffin

Posted on April 27, 2013 by Helen

This griffin dreams Of being a dragon Joining the major league Of the winged creatures Perched high above The city he surveys Saying ‘I could have been A contender’ This griffin’s wings Could span beyond His beginnings and soar With … Continue reading →

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Rome Construction Crew – Update 2

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Helen

I thought it might be time for an update. I’m taking a few more steps in my novel publishing journey this week. I’ve linked up with lulu.com and purchased a publishing package from them so I get some professional guidance … Continue reading →

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