The “Dark Queen’s Gambit” poem explores themes of power and consequence through vivid imagery and repetition. The narrative features a dark queen, reminiscent of figures like the Red Queen, facing her downfall. It combines elements of fantasy with emotional undertones, reflecting the author’s enjoyment in crafting complex poetry.
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Shiny Gold Coin
Colleen Keller Breuning reflects on life’s journey, emphasizing that luck does not solely dictate destiny. Her relationship with Dan emerged during her darkest moments, providing love and trust that transformed her life. This bond has grown stronger through challenges, symbolizing a “shiny gold coin” she cherishes forever.
I Love You in Three Languages
The content describes memorable experiences in Paris, Rome, and at home, expressing love and gratitude for the author’s husband. Despite recent challenges, the author reflects on the blessings in life, especially her loving partner. The piece is dedicated to the husband, expressing deep appreciation for their journey together.
Fate
Fate Years passed, no regretmemories swirl in my headI cannot forget phone call from the pastyour voice beckoned on the lineand our fates were cast topsy turvy worldstanding at the precipiceall my fears unfurled two lives intersectthe merging of destinybutterfly effect warm Bahama breezeplane taxied down long runwaysailed across blue seas you showed me trueContinue reading “Fate”
Spirit of the Forest
Spirit of the Forest Far above the towering redwoodsWhere the lone bald eagle flies,Steely clouds conspire and gatherTo break in alabaster skies. Monsoon descends upon green woods,Crystal raindrops mingle with tears.Shadows creep within the forest,Stirring up my deepest fears. A life of suffering and sins,I hear your cry upon the winds.If only I could stopContinue reading “Spirit of the Forest”
Mourning Has Broken
Mourning Has Broken She clasps secret old love lettersin her weathered, frail handsraises them to face, inhaling deepthe faint scent of old spice and must. She wades amidst turbulent watersthe sound of waves crashingthe music of the years gone bytumbling through her mind. Time and fate take their toll,and the mourning has broken.Too many memoriesContinue reading “Mourning Has Broken”
The Raisonneur
The Raisonneur Ah, distinctly I remember It was in the bleak December. The cold north winds would not abate, The raisonneur of my life’s fate. Dark night gave way to morning light, A winter wonderland of white Perched lightly on my iron gate, TheContinue reading “The Raisonneur”
To Mingle With Shooting Stars
To Mingle With Shooting Stars These tired bones ache and the futile tears fall undetected, unrelenting, like soft rain on a summer day. The wind stills in deference to a radiant light rising up, drawing closer, closer as I crawl to the precipice. I am about to take my last voyage, a great leap inContinue reading “To Mingle With Shooting Stars”
Falling
Falling The sun has gone missing held hostage by defiant clouds heavy skies aching, stripped of light while the dark matter pulls us down… We are blind to our own blindness thinking inside narrow boxes afraid to color outside the lines hiding within our own shadows… Falling for fools, falling in love we fall outContinue reading “Falling”
Into the Sun’s Embrace
Into the Sun’s Embrace One life lived in limbo, teetering on the brink. You swim against strong currents as all hope begins to sink. Stripped of all belongings and rendered colorblind; Restless nights and wasted time, the past has been unkind. You stand alone in judgment and utter truthful words. They echo in the brittleContinue reading “Into the Sun’s Embrace”
Colleen Keller Breuning 