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March 25, 2014
By KarmaBites GOLD, Columbia Heights, Minnesota
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Siren of the night,
I scale the alps to reach you,
And you spurn my hand?

© Allison H., Vancouver, WA

The author's comments:
Inspired by the cliché "reach for the stars" (in which stars represent dreams), this haiku illustrates that despite our best efforts, dreams don't always come true.
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AugustSummerFling PLATINUM said...
on Aug. 29 2014 at 11:16 pm
AugustSummerFling PLATINUM, Mylapore, Chennai, Other
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I've ALWAYS been fascinated by sirens and your idea to portray the stars as siren?! Perfect! This poem was amazing. It stirs a feeling of longing and ache in the reader yet manages to remain a little bit humorous. I don't know why I felt it was a little funny, but that's what made it perfect! It feels really queer to think that we are all chasing a siren. men and women alike. 5 stars!
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on Jul. 8 2014 at 3:31 pm
elycavill SILVER, Samobor, Other
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...speechless...
Mckay ELITE said...
on Jul. 4 2014 at 4:40 pm
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(****) Sorry just had a wordgasm after reading this lovely piece of art. 
theSunfloweredCrow PLATINUM said...
on Jun. 18 2014 at 6:24 pm
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This is sooo good! Bravo! 
ImmortalRose GOLD said...
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OMG!!! I LOVE IT!!!!! its the best... 5 stars...
KarmaBites GOLD said...
on Mar. 31 2014 at 11:31 pm
KarmaBites GOLD, Columbia Heights, Minnesota
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Really?! I am speechless.... Thank you so much, Jade!
Jade.I.Am ELITE said...
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Dam.n, I love this. The siren metaphor combined with the dream metaphor is just beautiful XD I'm actually jealous. Well done, definitely a favorite
ChrisJ PLATINUM said...
on Mar. 31 2014 at 7:00 pm
ChrisJ PLATINUM, Rochester, New York
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Wonderful job. Well put, intriguing, thoughful, and amazing (not a surprise there!). It's nice to see your new account start off with such a breathtaking piece :)