Next to ambitious colors of his image,
I remain amphibious,
lacking the sane view of reason,
embracing the alchemy of dreaming.
Pale and altered, her beauty,
grey strands of regret weave
through cornflower fields
whose scent I barely remember.
This past winter’s rime lingers in his eyes.
Droplets of subdued laughter
crystaled at the corners,
dipped in icebound summers.
Her worn out air of irresolution
hangs heavy; thunderheads
muster for battle, threatening
to blow me away.
Seeking hands belong to a stranger,
fervent perjuries to the crowkeeper.
Heart and mind adamantine,
enpierced no more by love.
I stand alone in shadow,
watching an Amaranth moon –
beautiful, undying; slipping
beyond my reach.
– a collaboration, written by Dajena and Ryan.
It was such a pleasure to have the opportunity to write this poem with Dajena from Moonskittles. I’m a huge fan of the grace, imagery and passion she incorporates into her writing and hoped some of her magic might rub off onto my own drab words.
I don’t know that my drawn-out writing process is particularly conducive to a collaboration, but Dajena was an absolute joy to write with and I enjoyed the experience greatly. If you haven’t had the opportunity to visit her site, please do so now – you will be blown away.
Blown away by both of you I am!! Can you please hit my repeat button so I don’t have to type, grin.
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You are amazingly sweet! Thank you for making me smile! It was a pleasure writing with him. ๐
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I just commented on your site on this piece, grin. You should write together again! WHAT A BONUS!!!!
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Buy one get one free ๐ thank you so much ๐
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Great deal!! You’re welcome. ๐ ๐
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Thank you, Belinda. It was a lot of fun to write with Dajena. So happy you liked it ๐
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You two jive, loved it!!
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I absolutely love this poem dear Ryan. It was a joy and a thrill of excitement to write together. Thank you for the awesome piece of art you have attached to our poem too! ๐
My cheeks are red from all the words you have written here about me, I guess that money I gave you to say all these accolades is paying off ;P
I will write with you any time Mr. Stone, for you inspire and make everything magical with your touch!!
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The pleasure was all mine, my friend. Thank you ๐
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The beauty of this absolutely slayed me–imagery is subtle and exquisite, nonpareil. Well done collaboration–please bring us more! Also, I LOVE the art–can you tell me about the medium/media?
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Thank you, Azul – lovely comments. Most of my art is done on my iPad using a painting program call Art Rage. I either free draw or paint, use a photo or hand drawn picture as a stencil or manipulate photos I’ve taken. It took awhile to learn but is fairly easy once you’re familiar with the process ๐
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Ahh, and here I thought you were putting in hours on an easel! It’s a lovely painting, regardless ๐
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You are such a sweetheart dear friend! โค
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I just call ’em like I see ’em, dear heart ๐
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Amazing. ๐
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Thank you, Sarah ๐
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Thank you Sarah! โค
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Reblogged this on MOONSKITTLES and commented:
I had the privilege and the pleasure to write this poem with Ryan Stone! We enjoyed the process of writing together and I was flattered when he picked me.
I really really appreciate his talent and the way how he makes everything look so beautiful. He is a master story teller and a king of spinning intriguing images in the minds of readers.
You are such a Fine Poet Ryan!! Thank you! ๐
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Right back at you, Miss Skittles – lots of fun ๐
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๐ ๐ pleasure was all mine!
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wow I can’t tell who wrote which lines, your poem is that seamless! Bravo you two!
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You’re lovely, Mel. Thank you.
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you’re welcome ๐
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Ah, an Amaranth moon. Outstanding!
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Thank you for supplying such a beautiful word, Sarah ๐
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And used beautifully!
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The 1st verse cleared the table, for a truly special story. Wow factor of 10+.
Yall write great together.
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Hi, Terry. Thank you for visiting and leaving such wonderful feedback- truly appreciated.
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Brilliant, you both!
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Thank you so much, Kunal! Awesome ๐
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What do I say Ryan… You guys are both brilliant at this! And this poem is twice as much joy as usual! ๐
I was away from blogging for a while because of too much work…But I am happy I came back to witness this ๐ Have a wonderful day..Cheers
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Such a lovely response thank you, Aishwarya. I’m glad you made it back too ๐
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Wow what a beautiful collaboration. ๐
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๐ thanks, Jen. Dajena was a dream to write with.
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You two work well together! ๐
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So many gorgeous images… What a treat to read! ๐ The alchemy of dreaming… The rime of a past winter in his eyes… On top of that, the intertwining of the two perspectives in this poem added so much interest and complexity. Speaks beautifully of gaps in communication and lost loves. Beautiful collaboration, you two ๐ Really enjoyable addition to my day!
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Absolutely stunning piece of writing – bravo to you both! Hope to read more collaborations of yours in the future! ๐
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Thank you, Kelly. I hope you’re well ๐
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Welcome, Ryan! ๐
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As I was reading this, I thought I heard a different voice in here – now it makes complete sense! I concur with the masses, this was a beautiful collaboration, the two of you play very well together. Such strong feelings invoked with this gorgeous imagery. โค
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Thank you, Elizabeth. Something different. Dajena was lovely to write with ๐
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I can tell it was enjoyable for you both. It’s been fun reading all these collaborations recently that I’ve stumbled upon. I think I’m going to do my first soon…oh, so exciting! Yet also a bit nerve-wracking to combine with another poet. Thank-you for this inspiration!
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I hear you-this was a first for me, too. Good luck ๐
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You two write with vibrant beauty. Felt your words. Beautiful!
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Thank you, dear friend. I hope you are well. You are missed ๐
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I’ve missed your beautiful words. Thanks Ryan for the sweet words. I appreciate them.
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Take care ๐
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Ryan and Dajena, congratulations on a beautiful collaboration. Your poetic voices certainly complement each other very well. โLost Frequenciesโ is quite lovely, tinged with much sadness. Wonderful metaphors, creating fantastic visual images, truly a marvelous poem. ~ Mia
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You are lovely, Mia. Thank you so very much for your kind words ๐
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You’re welcome, take good care!
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This is a wonderful collaboration, Ryan. Your writing approaches might be different, but you certainly understand each other very well, as is evidenced by this seamless write. Love the artwork, too, my friend – you are truly talented!
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Thanks, mate! It was a lot of fun from my end (likely quite frustrating for Dajena, though!). Happy to hear you enjoyed the end result and your thoughtful comments are always well received.
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You are welcome, my friend. She writes like a stenographer, I know it ๐ I did and love all your work, solo or with partner ๐
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Stunning work. Absolutely awesome.
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Thanks so much, Antony.
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Such beautiful imagery evoked…just wonderful.
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You’re too kind. Thank you so much ๐
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My pleasure. Smiles.
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