Thursday, October 20, 2011

In Avalon



The moss covered trees soften the harsh scenery of Winters Death
 As I await, surrounded by the Mists of Time,
For the ancient barge to carry me to the shores of Avalon.

The eerie silence is broken by the Ravens call
The messenger of eternal sleep beckons
Ebony wings of death embrace me
As I fall into ethereal bliss.

I awake to the scent of apples and honey
~The ever-sweet food of life and death~
The lingering thoughts of mortality
Slip into the murky shadows of my mind
Enchanting memories of lives once lived
Are all that remain.

I step away from my former self
And slip into the folds of my true self
Filled with the spirit of wonder and magic.

My new life begins~ In Avalon


~Vivienne Moss~


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24 comments:

  1. Melissa October 20, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    Tons of atmosphere in this wonderful poem. I feel as if I need to slip on my black cloak and follow you into Avalon. Lovely & Enchanting ~ xM

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  2. Vivienne MossOctober 20, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    Hi Melissa

    Thank you for the flattering words. You are more than welcome to join me in Avalon.

    Blessings, V.

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  3. wicKEDOctober 20, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    Perfect day for this poem. Loved it.

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  4. Machele O'DufaighOctober 20, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Beautiful imagery! Filled with atmosphere and enchantment♥

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  5. Julie FergusonOctober 20, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    I got chills. The picture is wicked.

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  6. AnonymousOctober 20, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    Apples and honey... Mmmm. Do these hold significant meaning to you? To me it sort of brings back the innocence of childhood, but I'm curious what your intention was with using these icons? Never the less, it works and it's beautiful!

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  7. Vivienne MossOctober 20, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Hi wicKED

    Yes it is, thank you.

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  8. Vivienne MossOctober 20, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Hi art bliss

    Thank you. I feel enchanted by your comment.

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  9. Vivienne MossOctober 20, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    Hi Adsila

    Wow! Chills? Thank you. I took this picture a couple of weeks ago on a very foggy morning.

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  10. Vivienne MossOctober 20, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    Hi Lil Dreamer

    Avalon is the Land of Apples in Arthurian Myth and it is the Land of the Dead.

    Honey, to me, is life. And where there are apples, there are bee's, and where there are bee's, there is honey.

    Both apples and honey are used for offerings to the dead.

    Thank you for thinking the poem is beautiful.

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  11. VictoriaOctober 20, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Wow..BLissful and Soul-stirring..Just Beautiful..this was awe-inspiring prose my kindred sister! I was journeying alongside you the whole way...thankyou for this breathtaking visual and spiritual dream.
    Hugs and sparkles
    Victoria

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  12. Vivienne MossOctober 20, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    Hi Victoria

    Thank you so much for the beautiful words for my poem. What a joyous feeling to know you enjoyed the jouney to Avalon.

    Blessings kindred sister, V.

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  13. Knock Knock StreetOctober 20, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    Very meaningful poem.
    Wonderful picture you took!

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  14. VictoriaOctober 20, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    Vivienne, this is such a beautifully written, evocative poem, and the photo is the perfect complement to your magical writing.

    Blessings,

    Victoria

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  15. The Artful Gypsy aka Wendy the Very Good WitchOctober 20, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    That was fantastic Vivienne! I especially loved it because I just read "The Mists of Avalon" last year and it was one of my all time favorite books. And I have every intention of reading it through again. I found myself wishing that I could just step into the pages of that book and right into Avalon itself! And your poem was equally beautiful! Thank you for sharing! :o)

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  16. Dr. ThedaOctober 20, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    Sorry Lady Moss
    ...things are somewhat hectic here at home as well as the "Crypt" I will pick my other Five Very Soon... And I Do NOT Know how to post a "Link"
    Thank You for the "iLoveYourBlog" Award
    your friend ... The Doctor

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  17. Maiden of NatureOctober 21, 2011 at 2:58 AM

    I adore this post. Beautiful words and a beautiful picture! xx

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  18. Vivienne MossOctober 21, 2011 at 5:16 AM

    Hi Mary (Knock Knock Street)

    Thank you so much.

    Blessings, V.

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  19. Vivienne MossOctober 21, 2011 at 5:17 AM

    Hi Victoria

    Thank you. it was that foggy morning that inspired both.

    Blessings, V.

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  20. Vivienne MossOctober 21, 2011 at 5:19 AM

    Hi Wendy


    A big thank you. I love The Mists of Avalon as well. Both the book and the movie are magical. When I watch the movie I wish I could be there.

    Blessings, V.

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  21. Vivienne MossOctober 21, 2011 at 5:21 AM

    Hi Dr. Theda

    Your are welcome and there is no hurry on your 5 picks. I hope things settle down for you soon.

    Blessings, Lady Moss

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  22. Vivienne MossOctober 21, 2011 at 5:22 AM

    Hi Maiden of Nature

    Thank you. I'm happy you enjoyed both poem and picture.

    Blessings, V.

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  23. Magic Love CrowOctober 21, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Wow Vivienne!!! Amazing picture and beautiful words!

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  24. Vivienne MossOctober 21, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Hi Magic love Crow

    Thanks so much. I'm thrilled you enjoyed them.

    Blessings, V.

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