What is a broken dream
Where does hope go when it leaves a wary soul
When sparks of happiness flicker and fade amidst despair
If only we could see across the astroplane
Into the world of forgotten dreams
If only we could witness their virtue and wonder
The beauty they bring to the forlorn realm across the veil
Take a breath and close your eyes, imagine…
Abandoned dreams that wonder like butterflies in a flowerless world
And yet still they float, like tiny moons through a decadent night
Graceful and delicate
Fluttering celestial ambience like pollen from fluorescent wings
Stardust that lights the night air with ethereal beauty
Can you see the power of dreams, as it sprinkles upon the barren soil
Sprouting golden mushrooms that twinkle across the land
Can you see it now
That Elysium of forgotten dreams
Now open your eyes and recall
Open your heart and free your soul
Remember,
Your neon butterfly dreams and the wonders they brought to a darkened world
Imagine the beauty and happiness they hold in store for you
I wrote this for Sadje’s what do you see photo prompt
May we never give up on our dreams and may we find the courage to shape them around the lives we have now, no matter how young, no matter how old
Stay safe, stay dreaming
Beautiful ๐ฆ
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Thank you so much๐ผ๐ธ๐. Been long since I’ve seen you post, good to see you’re okay
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Yeah, I didn’t have much time to post anything. Thank you, though, and hope to read more of your works!
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Nice one. ๐
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Thank you Kitty๐๐ผ๐ธ
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You are welcome, Jude. ๐
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These thoughts are so mesmerizing๐ Just like your tagline, same story but told entirely different and that too, beautifully !!!
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Thank you so much Roshni. I’m glad you appreciate this. ๐ธ๐ผ๐
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Breathtaking, Jude! Fantastic imagery and lyrical language. You’ve surpassed yourself on this one ๐
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Oh my, this just made what has started as a difficult week alot better. Thank you Chris, for the compliment and the smile it’s brought
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Thank you for taking me to the astroplane!
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My pleasure ๐ผ, I really need to get your name btw. Unless Bp is okay with you. I’m glad you like this
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You are welcome ๐ IThe name is Basilike or simply B here on WP. I prefer them to Bp, so thanks for asking!
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Thank you, I knew I wasn’t getting it right, hehe
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No problem!
(Actually, Bp is a petrol station chain. Please don’t feel bad ๐ )
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Ahhhh so mesmerizing Jude…yess we should never give up on our dreams…always remember the dreams we used rto dream…i love this…imagine the world if humanity dont dream
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It would be very stale and mundane, wouldn’t it? Thank you Michelle, I’m glad you like this
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Sure it will be..๐
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This is such a wonderfully written poem Jude.
Thanks for joining in the challenge
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Thank you Sadje, glad you like it ๐ผ๐๐ธ
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It is brilliant.
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Beautiful photo and poem.
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Thank you so much Kim
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Wow! Fabulous.
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Thank you Gabriella ๐ผ๐ธ๐ธ๐
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My pleasure ๐
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So so so so SO beautiful, Jude, my goodness โคโค
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Thank you for reminding me of my neon butterfly dreams xx
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My pleasure ๐ผ๐๐ธ
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Thank you Heart. Happy you enjoyed this
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This is so amazing, if this poetry was recited – I can imagine how beautiful and mesmerising it would sound!
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Thank you so much Khwahish. I’m happy you enjoyed it ๐ธ๐ผ๐xox
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This is a beautiful vision. I like the idea of dreams as butterflies. (K)
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Thank you so much K, they do look dreamy
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So eloquently penned. You are a master of words Jude!
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Thank you so much Rhadika, it means a lot
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Beautifully written! ๐
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Thank you Shweta
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Thank you so much Shweta
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My pleasure ๐
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You reminded me of Roald Dahl’s book The BFG (The Big Friendly Giant) that collected dreams… and then put them where they were needed ๐
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Thank you so much Jules. I wish it could happen that way
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May we never give up on our dreams!!!!
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Yes indeed
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Very nice, Jude
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Thank you so much Mia
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Aww Jude! This truly touched my heart. Love your take.
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Thank you so much Punam, I’m glad you liked it
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You are very welcome!
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This is an incredible poem, thank you for sharing.
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Thank you too for reading and sharing your thoughts
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