In the blank space left at the end, after a life of beauty and delight, this is all one can expect.
No longer bright and supple, no fragrance left to entice, all that was is withered.
Yet there is still grace in the husk which remains. Elegance in fragility. Pricelessness in leavings.
When you notice that which many overlook, fascinated in lifes failings, adoring that which is rejected…
You can expect to be one of the cherished as the rest are cast aside.
You will not wither, but become the enchanter for someone new.
You will not wither, but outlive those that do, in your pulchritude.
You will not wither, but will be cherished in your aged perfection and transcendence.
So while you are still lithe and vivid,
See the world through unending vision.
And experience
With me
Rejuvenation.
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Thank you Stephan for allowing me to use your art as inspiration!!
MelDouleur.com 
Vision seems to be the key to so many things.
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Cryptic, as usual Mr. Keys.
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I like to go with my strengths.
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But Yes. It is the key to almost everything.
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Everyone is beautiful through the eyes of love… Which is who you are
My picture is more beautiful because of you
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That is the sweetest. I hope that is true, Cinny.
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❤
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Fantastic!!!! Mel, your words can make me fly. Thank you for that.
Annie B
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Thank YOU, so much Annie! I’m glad you liked this one.
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I love them ALL. You are so very talented and it’s a true delight to get lost in your talent.
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Beautiful as always!
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I almost wrote about a nutcracker today… *giggles*
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That was filled with such hope.
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That is the vein I try to keep running through everything. Hope floats, you know! 😉 Thanks Elle!
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Reblogged this on The Film Diaries and commented:
Some beautiful poetry written by Mel.
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This so powerful and pretty Mel.
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Thank you Jo!! 😉
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Impressive poem!. Congratulations.
Sending you all my best wishes!. Aquileana 😀
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Thank you very much!
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