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Behind the Curtain

 My name is Nemisis
 Goddess of retribution.
 My sisters,
 Phoebe; Selene
 Goddess of the moon
 Helia; Alectrona 
 Goddess of the sun.

 My name is Occlo Huaco
 Goddes of the Moon,
 Spinner, 
 Water walker.
 My brother, Maco Huapo,
 Holder of the gold rod
 And God of the sun,
 Breather
 Teacher.

 Show me what you will,
 Hold out your hand
 My serpent drinks from the water
 Your eyes hold
 Because the brother of the moon,
 Poseidon, Neptune
 Gave you the ocean's eyes.
 Look at me

 My hammer strikes the mountain,
 Crash the clouds,
 Sound the horn,
 Thor, My Odin,
 Bring the blackbirds,  
 To guard my Asgaard
 Tricks give me my strength.

 Clear the mist
 Forgive their sins
 Can't expect perfection
 Pristine dreams
 Come nightly 
 My serpent glides through,
 Travels beside you-
 Water walker.

 Ripples of confusion, glances of question,
 The glide is broken,
 But not unforgivingly. 
 Gold eyes search the plain ground, 
 The rod falls from his hands,
 To the floor
 Where it lays buried.
 My empire... my empire?
 Hello, hello, hello.

— Kyarain, May 22, 2009

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Morgana Tragic Proprietress

Morgana Tragic…

17 years ago

This is beautiful

A very delightful read, lots of creativity. I don't much about your subject matter, Kya, but I certainly enjoyed the read. Again, your use of language is simply elegant. Kudos to your friend for co-writing with such an amazing poet. Peace N Love Katie
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Kyarain

17 years ago

Aw shucks

I'll be sure to tell her that Katie, shes a brilliant person. You should hear the conversations we have, they're always the favorite part of my school day typically... Hm I think I could have done a better job though, my stuff seems a bit repetitious in comparison to hers... I doubt I'll edit though... its more of a memory than anything. Sentimental value, and a pretty piece of 'poetry' XD Peace, love, and dreams Karma
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iverhyck

17 years ago

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It's intersting to read. Beautifully written though a bit... hem... overdone. Konstantin.
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iverhyck

17 years ago

Stars.

Sorry, I'm absent-minded. Konstantin.
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iverhyck

17 years ago

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Sorry if I hurt you, but you see I prefer simplicity, and here there's some ponderosity. Konstantin.