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#182914 - 05/24/09 03:52 PM
Re: What say you...?
[Re: jabber]
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Registered: 11/19/08
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New words: tenderness, abused, kindly, touch I just want to say that my following poem is not just about using the above words; it comes from my heart. I know so many of you have been abused, Shunned, terrorized and misused. I can only imagine what a heavy burden you carry, You have all touched my heart, made it sad and weary. Kindly I extend my sincerest feelings, To all those that cope and grow in their healings. Dear boomer sisters you have made all of us more aware, You have touched many a soul, opened eyes, made us care. With tenderness and sympathy I thank you for sharing; For it’s worth it, if one child can be saved from such suffering. ____________________________________________________________ Here’s a picture for our next topic: I took this snapshot while vacationing on Vancouver Island.
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As soon as you trust yourself, you will know how to live. Goethe
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#182925 - 05/24/09 05:41 PM
Re: What say you...?
[Re: Edelweiss3]
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Your poem is exquisitely compassionate, EW...and this photo is hauntingly beautiful beyond articulation!
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When you don't like a thing, change it. If you can't change it, change the way you think about it.
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#182949 - 05/25/09 02:19 AM
Re: What say you...?
[Re: Eagle Heart]
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Thank you Eagle Heart. Oddly enough writing poems allows me to express things more intensely. Does that happen to you too?
Can't wait to see what poems will be created for the photograph. I think you just inspired me to submit the photo in a contest.
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#182991 - 05/25/09 11:14 AM
Re: What say you...?
[Re: Edelweiss3]
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Beyond the shallows the waves crash against the jagged rocks. The roar of the ocean near deafening, the peaceful shallows it mocks.
My faithful friend gazes up at me, his love and devotion far from hidden. He'd like to dash out into the surf but knows it is forbidden.
Instead we stroll along calm waters that shimmer, sparkle and gleam. This vacation is much different than when we went fishing in a Colorado stream.
My dutiful dog was with me then, trout were all around, Here there are no fish to catch, just that roaring sound.
We walk along quite peacefully, old dog, me, my cane and lucky hat, Not sure where we'll be going next but for now this is where its at! _____________________________________________________________ Edelweiss, this picture is beyond beautiful, you have a perfect eye lady, your photographs need to be shown. Breathtaking!!!
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#182999 - 05/25/09 01:07 PM
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Ed3, I loved your tender-hearted poem. Loved your poem, Chats.
Whenever I see the love in her eyes, It warms my heart and I realize, How true and honest a dog's love can be, It's purer than gold, I truly believe.
She loves strollin' beside me, along the shore, And loves to splash in water, even more. Rivers 'n streams, and oceans' grand shores, Are her favorite places to romp 'n explore.
Play dear puppy, I love you so much, I am grateful for your love, and I cherish your touch.
Edited by jabber (05/26/09 10:55 AM)
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#183025 - 05/26/09 02:34 AM
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[Re: jabber]
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Chatty your poem is beautiful; one of your best ones yet! Jabber, I bet you have a dog to write like that. :-)
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#183121 - 05/27/09 09:29 AM
Re: What say you...?
[Re: jabber]
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Oceon spray fills the air, As I walk with my dog, Bo, along the beach. I shed all burdens, I discard all cares, As I release my friend, from his leash.
Sparkly waves catch the sunlight, Like Bo catches my heart. I never tire at the sight, I never want us to part.
For my dog is truly my best friend, Who can lift my spirits tirelessly. He shows me there’s nothing that can’t mend, When in nature we romp; Bo and me.
It’s the moments, when Bo shakes his wet fur, And the drops spray like silver lights, Those are the moments, mixed with azure, That lifts my soul in souring flights.
Those are the times when nothing else matters, Either money, future plans, or past woes, Those feelings get washed up in the foamy lathers As Bo digs in the sand and I wet my toes.
So when you are down and don’t know where to go, Just close your eyes and imagine an ocean breeze. Blowing softly around you and your friend, Bo, Be one with nature, and then your problems will appease.
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As soon as you trust yourself, you will know how to live. Goethe
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#183149 - 05/27/09 02:07 PM
Re: What say you...?
[Re: Edelweiss3]
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Registered: 05/05/09
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Loc: Michigan
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All of your poetry is beautiful.
May I add 2?
The "Wake"
I sit alone at the wake It comes and goes The ache I wear black on the inside It appears as if I have never cried There are no other mourners at the gathering No eulogies or songs to sing The casket contains and is closed To symbolize needs unmet There are no flowers The death of hope Of saddest hours This is a wake of solitude A mourner's fugue No pictures to surround the dead Remembering....this is what she said There are picture frames Devoid of photos that should be there Of a life where nothing was ever shared Because the "murderer" (abuser) never cared The lights are low The funeral director quietly asks, "Are you ready to go?" To take the journey..the burden...to lie it down Uon your heart's hardened ground All without one sound The silent, dark procession of the soul The journey to be whole From grief...relief You must say goodbye, I know You didn't want to die Unable to cry Sign the guestbook Take one last look The funeral was over years ago The tears, the pain and anguish... Something you too well do know The silent vigil you still keep While wandering in your sleep I must sit a little longer And when I am ready I will go There is no one to stand with me at the grave There was nothing Which could be saved Isn't it ironic that they call it A wake (awake)
On a Happier Note:
The Nightbird's Song
The nightbird Not often heard Sings her sweetest song Just before the glorious dawn That song resonates While the Universe anticipates And lingers in the air It says I care Your pain I will share As her last sweet notes drift away There dawns the day Her concert done She greets the sun And flies away Announces that the day has just begun She returns at night in joyful flight To her concert hall Little being so delicate and small At the precise moment Her timing instictive Exquisite The darkened forest listens quietly Waiting to hear it What will she sing The music to escort the dawn To gently bring All nature holds its breath Waits to resonate with her The ocean's roar A kitten's purr Stars close their eyes and wink their last Tonight is past The moon resigns and folds her silvery wings Takes the mysterious journey to the other side of the world The symphony of the soul Is the one Which only
The heart can see
Love and hugs to all, Alice
(I've written "tons" more, which aren't on my website, and plan to publish them, if they don't win any of the contests I have entered; some are in my memoir)
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#183160 - 05/27/09 04:18 PM
Re: What say you...?
[Re: Alice]
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Registered: 11/19/08
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Hi Alice, welcome to our poetry group! Both of your poems are excellent. The way we ‘play’ here, is a poet writes a poem using 4 suggested words and in return the writer suggests 4 new words for the next topic. We have used words or photographs. Some interesting works have evolved from the same words. It’s really fun. We aren’t any big writers, we just enjoy fooling around with words. If you scroll up a bit, you will see a photograph of a man and a dog. Would you like to write a poem about that scene? Would love to hear what you say.
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As soon as you trust yourself, you will know how to live. Goethe
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