I’m so grateful that my poem Lighting a Candle is now available at MasticadoresUSA. Thanks to Gabriela Marie Milton, and the team at MasticadoresUSA for their continued support, and for publishing this piece. And to you my humble and supportive followers, thank you for reading and your ongoing presence of my work.
My feet trace shadows that turn into ash.
Crimson skies
with blustery clouds of smoke
Before my jaded eyes;
Where birds once sang sweet lullabies
to send me off to sleep.
I wait for song to fill dark corners
but even the birds are afraid to chirp and fly.
I can’t wait forever,
so I go inside
and light a candle
in the frightened night
and sing a tune
For dreams to take flight.
The walls crumble
and fire surrounds
leaving me
in a hovel……. I would be so honored if you would go here and read the rest of my poem.
Copyright © Cindy Georgakas at
The Unique Times all rights reserved 2022
Picture by Upsplash Photo by Yuriy Vinnicov
All of my published poems at MastecadoresUSA
- The Great Divide 5/422
- Blue Skies Wet My Eyes 4/21/22
- Fragments of Myself 4/14/22
- A Wrinkle in Time 3/21/22
- Flowers of Love February 21st, 2022
- Savor Tender Moments January 5th 2022
- Winds Bring Gusts of Change December 6th 2021
- I Walk on Icicles October 4th 2021
- Making Peace with The Dragon August 30th 2
Thanks for taking time and reading my poem and thanks once again to Gabriela and the team at MastecadoresUsa!
Happy Memorial Day to you and all of those that serve. Praying beyond prayer, hoping beyond hope and grateful for each one of you.
Stay Blessed,
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Cindy
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Such a beautiful poem, Cindy. Congratulations on publishing yet another brilliant piece.💕
You have a beautiful way with words, my friend.
Thank you so much Marsha.
That means a lot! 💖
You are welcome. 🙂
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Congratulations Cindy. Excellent poem.
Thanks truly Sadje!!! 💖💖🌹
You’re welcome my friend
Congratulations dearest Cindy, the poem was so powerful I love it a lot. It shows the struggle of mankind where no matter what one doesn’t give up. ❤️❤️
I appreciate your kind words and astute take on my words so true! And onward forward we go! Thanks so much Daphny! 💖🌹
Perfect
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Onward and forward we go, that is all there is I guess. You’re most welcome Cindy! 💌❤️
Hehe Dear Cindy You
Don’t Have to Light a
Candle Yet HAha After
All is Said and Done
my 62nd Early Social
Security Birthday isn’t
Until 7 Days From Now on
June 6th Yet in All Seriousness
AS Humor Cures So Much First
Flames Do Come
Lit And Go Out
Wax of
Love May
Wane
Yet Yes Full Moons
of Love Always Return
NoW As Sun Never Went Out
Moon Just Hides A While and Comes
Back
With Sun
SMiLinG
Below Again
As Night Becomes
At Least ParT Day Again…
Such A Lovely Inspiring Poem
Dear Cindy Congrats For Another Publish too..:)
That’s beautiful Fred and Happy Almost Birthday to you! I LOVE lighting candles daily.. I don’t have to but it brings me joy.
Thank you my friend! 🌹
Candles Now
aRe aLWaYS
Beautiful
To LiGHT
Dear Cindy
FRiEnD New
Same with
Love And Yes
Other LiGHT
Over over
No
End🌹🙏☺️
Indeed!
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Beautiful poem Cindy! The poem is so powerful and strong❤❤❤
I’m happy you enjoyed it Sheereen! Thanks so much truly! 💖🙏
I could use a little of the strength you mention in this poem. Perseverance, endurance, fighting against all odds–it really wears down a person. Wonderful words as always, Cindy! 🙂
I know well Mike. That’s how I can talk about it because I’ve lived it and know it intimately. I will tell you just to breathe in the words you just said over and over and over again until they penetrate. Life’s miseries drop away at some point so we keep up the good fight until they do. Sending love and healing to you today Mike and everyday! 💖🌹🌹
Congratulations Cindy! Great poem indeed. ❤️🥰
Thank you truly so much!! 💖
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Beautifully written! A great read it sure it 😊
Thank you so very much! 💖🙏
So Heartfelt and intense….congratulations !
Thank you truly! 💖💖💖
Beautifully written…congratulations to you, dear Cindy ✨❤️💫
Thank you so much Navin. So much appreciated my friend! 💖💖
You’re very welcome, Cindy ✨❤️💫
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You’re welcome, dear friend ✨❤️💫
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Amazing, my friend. Congratulations on having this noteworthy piece published. 👏 🌺
Your words always brighten my day and spirit Lam. Thanks so much my friend! 💖🌹
Glad that is so, dear C, just as yours are to me. Feel most welcome, my friend. 💖
Hugs and Love! 💖💖
Likewise. 🥰💖
I love this piece, especially the third stanza alive in its transformative, transitional power! <3
So happy to hear that that spoke to you Jaya! Much appreciated! 💖🌹
A gorgeous poem, Cindy. I loved it. Congratulations! 💞
Thank you Jeff! Much appreciated💖🙏!
You’re welcome, Cindy! Always. 💖🙏
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Girrrrrlllllllll…now this right here –
I wait for song to fill dark corners
but even birds are afraid to chirp and fly.
I can’t wait forever,
so I go inside
and light a candle
in the frightened night
and sing a tune
For dreams to take flight.
And about those liquid pearls…honey chile…you melted the wax, inserted the wick, and lit the candle that is all Cindaaaaayyyyyy, lighting her world for all to see!!! 🕯🪔🕯 Shine on girlfriend! 🌟🌞⭐
Dear Cindy,
Congratulations to you on having your poem entitled “Lighting a Candle” published at MasticadoresUSA. I shall resonate with Kym and light a candle for you as follows:
Happy June to you and Kym very soon!
Yours sincerely,
SoundEagle
What a beautiful message and picture SoundEagle! I’m very appreciative of your heartfelt message. Thanks so much my friend! 💖🙏🌹
Awww, how sweet of you and what a beautiful photo SoundEagle. Your lovely words mean so much. Thank you my friend. 🪔🤗🙏🏼😍💖🥰🪔
Ditto.. very kind of him 💖💖💖🌹🌹🌹🥰🥰🥰
💖💖 Kym 💖💖
How lucky am I by your heartfelt message that melts my heart and illuminates my soul!
Thank you so very much for you kind and touching message. Soooo happy you enjoyed it my friend. I’m shining my light while I go visit you.,. Thanks truly!! 💖🌹🙏
Shine on girlfriend! It’s so easy to see your heart and emotion behind your words! That’s a gift few have. 🤗💐😉 Your poem takes my breath away and I expect nothing less from you Mommy Nature! You rock! Here’s to a FANtabulous week ahead my friend. 🥂😊💖
Hope you got my message so much appreciated? Sometimes my phone and computer don’t match. Lmk and I will be back with more praises so rightfully deserved, Thanks truly dearest! 💖🌹
Oh Cindy, it is my pleasure as always my friend. Yes girl, shine your bright light! 🪔🌟🪔 Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine!!! 😉💖🥰
Oh goody and thanks for always shining your beautiful light my friend. lots of love!! 💖💖
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Hi Cindy,
Another beautiful one!
Blessings!
Hi Ana Star!
got you out of spam! ugh.
Thanks so much! 💖💖
Beautiful- and congratulations!🎉💕
Thank you so much Lisa! I so much appreciate that! 💖🙏
My pleasure 🙂💕
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Beautifully written
thanks so much… you’ve been in spam!💖
Oh!…nevertheless….
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Oh wow, this is absolutely incredible. Congratulations!
Thank you so very much. Happy to hear you connected with it!💕
It was expertly done. ^_^
Thanks so much! 🙏🙏
You’re welcome!
Simply gorgeous, Cindy. You have such a beautiful soul.
Thank you so much David! That is truly kind and appreciated my friend,. 💖💖🌹🙏
Congratulations, Cindy: lovely to read you over there 🤗
I saw that and thanks for that I got it and appreciated it!
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P.s. did you see our Emojiku over on Goff Jame’s site? He added a part and a plug FYI
https://wordpress.com/read/feeds/40918010/posts/4046694336
I didn’t see this, so thanks for pointing it out, Cindy 😅 following Goff now 🙏😊
Congrats on getting published yet again auntie!! This was beautiful ❤
Thanks my sweet Akshita! I’m happy you liked it! 💖🌹
Such a pleasure to publish your beautiful poetry Cindy.
Feeling blessed and grateful, thank you always! 💖🌹🙏
My pleasure hon. Have a wonderful day.
xoxoxo…
Thanks so much and you do the same! 💖🌹
My pleasure. Love you.
love you more 💖💖🥰
Congratulations on this publication Cindy ❤
Thanks so much and for visiting there as well! 💖🌹
Very well written, Cindy. Life really has been a nighmare the past few weeks.
Congratulations on getting your poem published! It is rewarding to feel others appreciate our work.
Congratulations Cindy 🎉
Thanks so much!! 💖
You are welcome.
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Thank you so much Dwight. It really is and I truly appreciate you always being here, thank you and for your visit there as well! 💖🌹🙏
Congratulations dear Cindy on getting your poem published. So nice to see people appreciate your work. Lovely post.
Thank you so much Kamal and it really is quite nice. I am happy about that too. I think it’s relatable at the moment where life is raw and unpredictable. hugs and love 💖💖🙏🙏
Yes absolutely true and agree totally with your words dear Cindy. You are always welcome 💖💖💖💖
This is a beautiful poem, and a fab happening! Congratulations, Cindy!
Thanks so much dear Resa!!! and you liked it! Much appreciated my friend!! 💖
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Congratulations dear Cindy – it is beautiful poetry!
Thanks so much Pragalbha! 💖🌹🌹🙏🙏
You are very welcome :)))
hugs and love 💖🙏🙏🥰🥰
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congrats, hauntingly written!
Thanks Kate.. it’s been one of those times!!! 💖💖🌹
so glad you are making the most of it!
thanks Kate xo 💖
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💖💖💖💖Thanks dear! 💖
My pleasure 😘
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Once again, you’ve managed to bag another achievement. Congratulations to that!
You really do have a way with words, this was such a brilliant piece! 👏🏼 ❤
The title alone is very promising. Congratulations, Cindy, and the thanks for sharing.
I had read this beautiful poem of yours and commented on the site of MasticadoresUSA. This is a powerful poem indeed. Congratulations, Cindy once again! You truly deserve this recognition.🎉💐🌹💖
Bless you Cindy your words touch my heart!
Thank you sooo much! 💖💖💖
Absolutely loved the poem- as brilliantly written as always!
Congrats and a good poem, Cindy
Thanks so much my friend~!!! 💖💖💖🙏
Congratulations, Cindy. A beautiful poem!
Thank you so much Merril!! 💖
You’re welcome, Cindy! 💙
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Nice
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Just gorgeous, Cindy. You are quite a poet. I love the emotion in pieces like this, darker, but with a poignant return to peace. Congrats on another publication!
Oh thank you so much Diana!
I’m happy you connected with it and I almost left it at duck and cover as that’s how it is right now but there was someone I deeply love that was struggling and it was speaking to him as well so I wrapped it up with a return to peace like you said so perfectly. Besides, I always like a happy ending. 💖💖🥰🥰 Thanks truly💖 Your words inspire me always!
I tend to like darker, moodier pieces, Cindy, but you made the right choice with this one. It was perfect. 🙂
Thanks a lot for the assurance. 💖
Congratulations Cindy on another great poem and being published!! Yeah! So Happy for you!!!
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Thanks you soooo much Chuck. I really appreciate it and love your work I’ve been seeing!! 💖💖💖
Love reading the poem, Cindy 🙂👍 beautiful expression!!
Thank you so much Saima! 💖
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