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Aug 2018 · 796
Rose (10W)
Lyn-Purcell Aug 2018
The rose's hope is a dewdrop
that entices and destroys
Aug 2018 · 262
Starlings (10W)
Lyn-Purcell Aug 2018
Listen as the Starlings break
my somber thoughts with
songs
Aug 2018 · 294
Room (10W)
Lyn-Purcell Aug 2018
As the Spring's winds make azure curtains billow,
the rose wilts.
Aug 2018 · 896
Voice (10W)
Lyn-Purcell Aug 2018
Let thine voice be a sweet
tremble upon mine ear
Don't you just love the archaic language?
Got a few more on the way!
Lyn ***
^-^
Aug 2018 · 2.9k
Daybed (10W)
Lyn-Purcell Aug 2018
On my scarlet daybed on golden paws,
a calla lily.
*** 145 FOLLOWERS! Thank you so much, guys!
My Kingdom is growing and so is my confidence! ^-^
I've got a few more 10Word poems on the way, still following the theme of Queenship! Thank y'all so much! I'm really grateful!
I love flower symbolism!
Sending love and light!
Queen Lyn ***
Aug 2018 · 320
Cool
Lyn-Purcell Aug 2018
Flowerheads sway just
My racing mind bathed in light
And yet, I feel cool
First poem of the day! ^-^
Jul 2018 · 486
Wary (10W)
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Be wary of wolfish sheep
They may wander towards
you
Be careful who you trust and talk to
Jul 2018 · 712
Palms (10W)
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
In harsh nature's palms, she
still had weddings in her
eyes
Jul 2018 · 395
Lay (10W)
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Sun shines bright, cool winds blows
thought tall leafing trees.
Feeling so lazy!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 385
Bread, Honey and Tea (10W)
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Drizzled honey on cornbread,
Darjeeling tea, open journal
and Yanni
Taking advantage of my downtime!
My mom introduced me to an artist called Yanni.
His music is heavenly, I swear. And it's MY soul food!
I've seriously cut back on listening to mainstream music which is garbage (majority of it is anyway. I'm an old soul!) ^-^
Yanni's 'Love Is All' brought tears to my eyes because of it's sheer beauty!
Have a listen, guys!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixf_JQbL-yM&t=316s
Be back soon!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 322
Tomb
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Earth is entombed with body
and blood. All sentients are
indeed candles in God's eye.
No matter how far, no matter
how young, we become mere
vapours as life goes on.

                                                               ­         As uncharted the future is,
                                                             ­         as dark as the world can be,
                                                                ­       I want to be a speck of light
                                                                ­         here. One who lives well,
                                                           ­              one whose steps won't be
                                                              ­     forgotten in the sands of time


                                 As the river flows...
I need to step away from the computer for a bit.
Be back soon!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 765
Bitter
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Your buds are crushed
beneath my feet
I will trod upon your
tales, tails and lies
Jul 2018 · 479
Conquest
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
The Queen's done her course
Now she studies her new maps
For a new conquest

Her inner fire
It will continue to grow
as will her Kingdom
My current course has offered my group new conquests - new opportunities that will span over 2 months!
I'm definitely going to do them! ^-^
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 365
Lesson Learned #123
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Sometimes in life, where you want
to go isn't where you need to
be.
Life is funny like that.
What you want may not be what you really need.
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 1.5k
To Queen Sue 'The Angel'
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
In the shade of my carriage,
I think of all the times where
I just wanted to surrender to
my own inner darkness
I have been so afraid of life
of being a seed that never sprouts
My mind would become a storm
of emotion that would take over
me. But just like in the carriage,
there were cracks of light and I
thought of the many friends that
I had made. The many friends who
have supported me, even when I
didn't see my own self-worth and
my own talents. One being the ever
patient, very kind, Queen Sue, one
of many Queens of HP who I am
indebted to. A truly kind and gentle
soul who has broken from her chrysalis,
and flutters her iridescent wings.
Everything she touches grows, and
everyone near and far knows that hers
is a soul that gives so much. When I
boarded the ships and faced the
turbulence of my own stability,
when I was drowning and ready to
close my eyes, I could hear her.
"Don't give up!" her voice as sweet as a psalm
and as one made of pure light, offered me
her hand, and pulled me up so I could
breathe. Though it was hard, I managed
to calm my inner storms and return safe
and sound. As my carriage stops, I peek
out of the window and I can see her
waving from her tower. In her Kingdom
I arrived, and she continues to thrive
And her dynasty will be one of true
glory.
In honor of Queen Sue, one of the many Queens of HP!
And the Angel who Burns with a Kind Heat
Sending you hugs, love and blessings!
^-^
Jul 2018 · 548
Vapor
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Moon mantled in clouds
From it falls tears of Heaven
Lotus kissed with dew

Barefooted, she walks
A lithesome body in white
Rose cheeked, tear-brimmed eyes

Her skirts made of mist
as she twirls and piroettes
and reaches for you

Her sleeves are water
They wave high, above her head
Drops become crystals

As she shines so bright
Crowned with cassia-blossoms
on her silk black hair

But why does she cry?
She hears the music of life
and yearns for the flame

The flick of her wrist
The lake murmurs its sad song
And she's reminded

As the petals rain
In hemp or rich brocade
We are like vapors
Appreciate life.
Jul 2018 · 251
Warm
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Snow cloaks all around
Sweet delights of hot cocoa
I'm feeling so warm

Fires glow lively
Holding breath of loving thoughts
Heart burning with hope

In your sweet embrace
Warming up of memories
No more tears to shed
Reminiscing today.
Jul 2018 · 148
Emotions
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Emotions run high
Goodbyes forgotten, yet sweet
Silence becomes noise
My soul speaks, not my body
Let love blossoms once again
Tanka for the morning! ^-^
Jul 2018 · 558
Ambrosia
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
The dahlian air
rich with colourful blossoms
Each playing a melody
Sitting in my gazebo
Sipping warm floral dreamtime

My body is soothed
As I sip long, deep and calm
The flavours blossom
Apricot tarts, honey drips
and classic vanilla kiss
Another Tanka for the night!
Just finishing a cup of herbal tea called 'Dreamtime' before bed.
First time trying it and it's super delicious.
Ambrosial!
Night guys,
Queen Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 4.8k
Gazebo
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
My white gazebo
with thin caryatid columns
and wrought iron top
on a frieze carved with small leaves
The crown jewel of dew-kissed lands
My first Tanka poem! ^-^
Tanka is considered to be the oldest form of Japanese poems. What I love about them is that they are incredibly similar to haikus!
Haikus are 5 syllables - 7 syllables - 5 syllables while Tankas are  5 syllables - 7 syllables - 5 syllables  - 7 syllables - 7 syllables.
Tankas poems are written about nature, seasons, love, sadness,  other strong emotions and events.
Here's mine! Based on an gazebo I saw in a garden once and one I envision for my growing Kingdom. I'm a lover of Greek myth and ancient architecture so I just had fun with it.
Hope you like it!
Wishing everyone a good night!
Queen Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 234
Sunny
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Dream in sunny fields
Gift of life and sands of time
are indeed precious
Though i know i can be ungrateful at times, im so happy to be here! ^-^
Things are looking up!
Jul 2018 · 5.0k
Queendom
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Air is perfume-light
Elbows sank in my pillow
I wake from slumber

Chamber door opens
Handmaiden brings good tidings
from outer Kingdoms

Holds a silver tray
With scones, jam and honey for
some chamomile tea

Steaming hot china
which I blow and gently sip
I hum in delight

Come, some scrambled eggs
With toast and ice-cold fresh fruits
Lemon slice in tea

The handmaiden speaks
As she opens the curtains
The sun shines brightly

Many ships have docked
My kingdom grows in strength
and in its beauty

Another handmaid
Holding a tray of pure gold
I see its contents

White and gold letters
Written by your regal hands
Kingdoms near and wide

Handmaids open them
So many sweet messages
Blessings and congrats

While sipping my tea
I ask for my page and quill
Write with golden ink
THANK YOU GUYS FOR 140 followers,
my fellow Kings and Queens of HP!
And thank you for all your sweet messages- for wishing me well on completing my film course! I had such a good week and not only did it do wonders on my overall confidence, it helped me with my writing also!
Welcome and thank you for helping my Kingdom grow here! ^-^
Sending love and blessings to you all!
Love you guys!
Yours sincerely,
Queen Lyn of Aurelinaea.
Xoxoxo
Jul 2018 · 438
Questions
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
So many questions
Blessed by completing her studies
Queen watches the night
Well, one step at a time! I hope to be forwarded to another course like this one!
Thanks everyone!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 1.2k
Flourish
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Flowers sway careless
I'm a budding stargazer
A flourishing Queen
Stargazer lilies have always been my favourite flowers, so they will be the emblem of my Kingdom! ^-^
I am a stargazer in both senses of the world!
I hope while I flourish, I will help others to flourish also!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 628
Tower
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Moon shines with wisdom
Happy thoughts within this mind
The stars, my lanterns
Queen Lyn is looking at the stars from her chamber, with high hopes for the future after her achievements today!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 198
Calm
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
The calm in the storm
Melodies within my soul
will play through this night
Eeeee! Still buzzing!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 271
Certified
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
My studies are done
I hold my certificate
and smile with pride

This Queen feels so strong
now she will use this wisdom
to better herself

Out of my cocoon
Though afraid, I feel happy
I pick up my quill

Now let it be known
Queen Lyn has now finished
She has passed her course!
Eeeeeeee! I DID IT! I FRICKING DID IT! *** I DID IT!!!!
Eeeeeeee!
Lyn xxxx
Jul 2018 · 339
Spring
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Naiads of the Spring
Whose dance is hypnotising
Fill the air with laughs

Naiads of the Spring
Sweet and playful, yet so kind
Share beauty of rain
It's raining! Still humid but man, for the first time ever, I am so grateful for the rain!
I'm home and I've got some good news!
Jul 2018 · 3.1k
Stones
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
The world is dumbed down, dark
with roads made of glass for
which we caused and keep
One little mistake, one
little crack, people
will throw stones
and laugh and
point when
you
F
a
  l
    l
Nowadays we have to be perfect and correct about everything or else you get backlashed.
I just find it ridiculous because WE AREN'T PERFECT!
Sheesh... You wanna throw stones at others but you hate it when people do it to you.
Jul 2018 · 948
A Bud No Longer
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
In the shade of green
Past orchids and blossoms
are roses in bloom

Duties getting hard
But I know I will succeed
My mind remains calm

Studies nearly done
I have learned and overcome
No longer a bud

A bright horizon
Though feeling stressed, I'm smiling
My Kingdom will grow

In the shade of green
Hushing winds bring me birdsongs
As I pick the rose

My diadem glitters
New knowledge now grows in mind
A bud no longer
Influenced by Edmund's poem, 'just like a rose.'
Editing is stresssssssss! But we are nearly done! So excited!
Then the Queen can come back and her Kingdom will thrive!
Be back soon!
Lyn xxxx
Jul 2018 · 1.3k
Bathe
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Bathing in the sun
Body has a tearful glow
The duties of a Queen
A poetic way of day, 'I'm so fricking hot and sweaty, but I got obligations.'
Today is the last day of editing for my media course. Fingers crossed!
Wish me luck! ^-^
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 369
Linnaea
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
You sent linnaeas
So beautiful yet simple
Brighten my Kingdom

Such sweet linnaea
Flushing pink or ****** white
Birds sings from the sky

I hold linnaeas
They are bathed in tender light
As I watch the clouds

I sip some Oolong
Tucked linnaeas in my hair
As I now relax

I open my book
As I wonder about you
And what I should write

Then it comes to me
I'll make linnaea diadems
of crystals and pearls

One I'll wear with pride,
Light and truth when I see you
Fellow Kings and Queens

Now I've decided
My marble pavillion
will have such sweet plants
Based of an image of Linnaea flowers that I found! ^-^
Today was a good day, my project is nearly complete!
So tomorrow will be stressful but hey, I'm nearly done!
Then I'll be back to sharing more poems with my Kingdom!
Thank you guys so much!
Be back soon,
much love and hugs
Queen Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 1.3k
Cup of Poetea
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Words can be...

                C        F                      
                          H           r          r                                                     ­     
                              e            i                a                                                        
    ­                                  a                         M                                                  
        ­          a             t            g            o                                
     l            i                   r             v                  
i                c             a            i                      R
n            a                n                 n                  a
g                          l                ­   t              g                w
                               ­                                                                 ­        @
      Words can be all of these things and more, much more @       @
        They should never be underestimated, for they have so           @
         much power, to heal and hurt, to lose and gain, so use            @
           them   wisely.   There are so many poems I have read            @
            that have influenced me for the better.    I remember          @
             all  that I wrote - depressive pieces of work,     but         @
             man,    I can honestly admit that I have grown. I      @
                 do have a little girl's heart but I am a Queen.  I    @      
                       will help polish the crowns of everyone I     @        @
                          meet. Our kingdom's will thrive.                @


Our passions won't die.            We will use our quills to
connect to one another.     We will use the stones of our
enemies to them strengthen or walls.    Just know that
true Kings and Queens   will keep sipping
on our sweet  poetea.
Inspired by fellow HP Queen Jugnu 'The Firefly's' A Tea of Poetry poem.
It was rather challenging to do, but I made it work at least! ^-^
Thank you Queen Jugnu for the cup of Oolong tea!
Here's some Poetea ;)

Be back soon!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 353
Night
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Ignoring nightmares
Listen to the night's chorus
Moonlight beams vivid
To my fellow Kings and Queens!
I wish you a good night! ^-^
Just a heads up, I'm working on a poem about tea.
Hopefully it will be out tomorrow.
Anyway, sweet dreams everyone!
Night!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 270
Thoughts
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Petals fall idle
The last moment around my mind
Before I now rest

I realise my dreams
As a Queen, I know my strength
My gold book is closed
Few haikus before I hit the hay! ^-^
Gotta be there bright and early
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 3.9k
Etheria
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
When I think of all the tears and turbulence life has
given me, it sometimes makes me hard for
me to forgive this world

I usually would find peace in the solitude
and my waters would be still. I'd
honestly prefer that than to
feel alone amidst this
sea of life

But now, I've learned to dance with the
naiads by the Springs of Many Lives.
With her hand in mind, the life-stream
strums and begins to form rings

Each ripple made is a bond that
grows stronger in time
Each one beaming
with many hues

Now I see, the true beauty of life.
The waters will run hot, cold and
warm. We all will dance
different dances.

But the Naiads show me the beautiful
bonds I have made with my fellow
Kings and Queens on HP from all
walks of life who wear their
crowns with pride.

That is a life I yearn for.

For my diadem to be made of
pure starlight.

For me to have such understanding
makes me shed true
tears of joy.
I'm back! And I'm not feeling as stressed as usual so I'll be able to finally share my work! My course has been crazy! A lot has happened today. Today we were supposed to pick someone from the whole group and pay them a compliment on what they're great at - and surprisingly, people did pick me (I got like 2 or 3 compliments regarding my bubbly energy and passion as well as my knowledge!) I'm still flattered and surprised, so it meant alot to hear that.

This poem is inspired by Sue's 'Naiads poem! ^-^
Got more coming along the way!
Thanks so much, everyone!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 441
Rise
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
The light has come again
I'm a flower, not a bud
I'm fragrantly proud

Hope as been restored
Got alot of work ahead
To the Queen's Study!
Feeling alot better today and I'm on my way there!
Once I get there, I'll be able to go through all your messages and comments.
Thanks so much, my fellow HP Kings and Queens!
Love you! Be back soon!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 322
Down
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Hope falls like a star
Words taken out of context
I want to retreat
Today was a good day at my course and all, but just like that. I'm just at a low point. Don't worry, it's nothing major. I just need to sleep it off. Again I'm sorry, I won't be able to check messages or post my poems yet.
I aim to be at my course super early so I'll have time to read the kind messages you left.
I wish you all a good night!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 316
Be
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Be
Be moved, be touched, be enamoured
by words that have to power to calm
your storms, hear the noise, and
speak the truth
I have never felt so exhausted in a long time.
Not only that but the Queen Mother of my Kingdom isn't feeling so great.
I have to publish the poems tomorrow and get an early night,
so I won't be able to respond to any messages.
But long in short - my first day of this course was a blast.
I'm so excited for the rest of the week, and it's really doing
wonders on my self-belief and my confidence!
Thank you, fellow Kings and Queens of HP!
I wish you all a good night, and I will see you all on the morrow!
Love you guys!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 1.4k
Home
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Day one is over
The Queen studied her hardest
Now she can relax

I'm feeling the buzz
of anxiety and joy
Now I need a nap
I'M HOME!!!! And I'm exhausted!
After a short nap, I'll be back with more haikus!
Thanks so much for the messages, guys!
Be back soon!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 337
The Queen's Course
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Though I am afraid
I am very excited
to start this venture

This Queen is eager
To learn all the skills she needs
to further her dreams

I will use this time
To strengthen my empire
And perfect my plans

Queen Lyn, the Dreamer
A poet, First of Her Name
believes in herself

I have to make sure
That her dynasty will thrive
and be remembered

So now she embarkes
on a proud and new journey
so please wish me luck!

^.^
Eeeeeeee! I'm the first to arrive at my course. Scared as hell but excited, too!
I'll back at around 11:00 and 12:15 which are my breaks!
Thanks so much guys! You're the bomb!
A toast to all my fellow HP Kings and Queens! ^-^
Long may you reign!
Jul 2018 · 2.8k
Crown
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
How happy I am
To see the Kings and Queens smile
in the poet's court
Thank you every so much for the support and the kind messages!
Truly, you're all amazing!
Love you guys and this poetry page so much!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 755
Close
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Feeling excited
Holding my breath due to joy
I'm close to my dream
Eeeeee!
I'm starting my media course next week! Just got the call that they want me there! EEEEEEEEEE!!!! ^-^
Can't wait to start!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 324
Relax
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Scones with berry jam
A sweet delight with green tea
I'm feeling at peace
Scones with strawberry jam with a nice cup of green tea!
Much needed treat after such a long day!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 18.5k
The Queen's Court
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
My Court is a battle
As a Queen, I will endure
so my kingdom thrives

Standing in gardens
My treasure trove of colours
that never fails me

Flowers bow gently
The winds make the tall trees sing
Rivers flow calmly

Scents drift in the light
I hear its sweet melody
As I stand with pride

A Queen now enters
The daughter of Spring and Deer
The tender Queen Fawn

Who smiles so sweetly
Fragrant, soft-spoken and kind
With deer by her side

Another Queen comes
The angel with a kind heat
The gentle Queen Sue

Who has healed her wounds,
broken her chrysalis
And spreads her warm light

Another Queen comes
Wise and soon to be married
Joyful Queen Donna

Who goes with the flow
A talented haikuist
with a flower crown

Another Queen comes
She who is always giving
The giving Queen Kim

Whose crown's a halo
And her words, so spiritual
fragrant and calming

Another Queen comes
Who has birds singing so sweet
The sweet Queen Robin

Who is a true joy
Whose words are just like music
A kindred spirit

And now a King comes
Who is very much like me
The great King Omni

Who is an artist
Who is both seen and unseen
Very much like me

Another King comes
Ever so mischieveous
The playful King Paul

Such a playful tease
He who makes me smile and laugh
And looks out for me

Another King comes
His heart is strong and tender
The wise King Edmund

Who writes for himself
Speaks so well of others and
how vital love is

To these Kings and Queens
Thank you for your melodies
You are golden souls

For now I do see
The true power of my quill
My ink is gold too

I write out my life
My pain, my fears and my loves
And my achievements

I must stay above
I will walk with my head up
and ignore the bad

People will hate me
But I will thicken my skin
to be a true queen

I will empower
And give you all your respects
and never denounce

I am a true Queen
With a Court that is growing
steadily but strong

The reign of Queen Lyn
Who is sensitive and shy
It has just begun
To these poets in particular, thank you so much for pushing me forward!
I'm grateful to everyone here to all my fellow poets on HP
You're all Kings and Queens of your own right!
Much love and blessings!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 434
Tea #2
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Looking at pictures
Running water heals my soul
Tea's brewing away
Listen to running water as you work!
Green tea's a brewin'
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 1.9k
Touch of Midas
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
It's amazing and humbling

to be one of those Queens

who thought her notes

on the canvas were nothing

but scribbles and ink

but other Kings and Queen

make her see that it's

gold
Thank you guys so much!
Shoutout to King Paul, Queen Sue and Queen Fawn in particular!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 224
Gratitude
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Feeling more sure now
In the power of my pen
I am so grateful
131 followers!
***! ***! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Truly, thank you!
I'm feeling more sure about my talents as a poet.
I'm grateful to all of you!
I'M SENDING HUGS TO EVERYONE OF MY FOLLOWERS!
Much love and kisses!
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 2.4k
Chrysalis
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
To my good friend, Sue
Stay safe in your chrysalis
I'll be here waiting

Keep your mind on you
I'll stay true to the promise
to write for us both

You are not alone
You are a kind and sweet soul
So regenerate

In your chrysalis
I will await in its glow
and for it to crack

The winds will sing sweet
And the Northern Lights will dance
And you will emerge

Shining, born again
With strong, bright, velveteen wings
With love as armour

With all your wounds healed
And all your scars now faded
And we see you smile

I know you'll come through
People may have struck you down
But you weren't destroyed

To my good friend, Sue
My hand's on your chrysalis
Just know I am here
Again, this is for Sue.
Whatever she is going through I know she will come through.
Sue, if you're seeing this, know you can take as long as you like to heal
in your chrysalis.
Me and other people here on HP will continue to support you.
Always <3
Sending hugs your way!
Your good friend,
Lyn ***
Jul 2018 · 429
Angel
Lyn-Purcell Jul 2018
Full wings or broken
An angel is an angel
with shining beauty
This one is dedicated to Sue.
Take all the time you need to heal.
We'll always be here.
Your friend,
Lyn ***
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