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VAS
Member Rara Avis

since 2000-11-16

Posts 7450
Oregon

0 posted 2001-01-06 10:59 AM

Silver Blades
Virginia Salter

silver blades
stand still, erect
as if flocked in angel dust
interrupted only
by stems
in autumn’s rust

chill seeps in
through nooks and crannies
by osmosis seeps the doors
await inside
the cats and I
above an icy floor

just hours before
twas yesterday
perspiration was the glue
that held the warm
too close to us
seemed winter was untrue

yet, now, today
with roof tops iced
in candy-coated confection
pale azure sky
rimmed in mauve supply
we huddle for protection

yes winter’s still
has grabbed again
the air, the land, the sea
and you and I
wait quietly
for warmth’s alleviation

© January 6, 2001

brian madden
Member Elite

since 2000-05-06

Posts 4374
ireland

1 posted 2001-01-06 01:43 PM

Virginia, a beautiful and haunting poem, some amazing images. loved it.

There's a feeling of contentment Now that you are here I feel satisfied I belong
inside Your velvet heaven" Depeche mode

VAS
Member Rara Avis

since 2000-11-16

Posts 7450
Oregon

2 posted 2001-01-06 11:19 PM

Thanks, Brian! Your term haunting is a curious one to me, it surprised me, but I like that you've said that. Thanks for taking the time to read and comment!

Krawdad
Member Elite

since 2001-01-03

Posts 2597

3 posted 2001-01-06 11:25 PM

Virginia,
I really like all the color and sound in this. A nice view.

VAS
Member Rara Avis

since 2000-11-16

Posts 7450
Oregon

4 posted 2001-01-06 11:32 PM

Thanks, Krawdad! Glad you stopped in.

Mark Bohannan
Member Rara Avis

since 2000-06-21

Posts 7269
In the winds of Cherokee song

5 posted 2001-01-07 12:22 PM

You have painted some very wonderful images in this creation of yours. I myself love winter and all it holds and I find peace in the knowledge that while much of nature is hibernating, the spring will bring with it many new births of color and beauty along with a refreshing warmth. Excellent penning.

VAS
Member Rara Avis

since 2000-11-16

Posts 7450
Oregon

6 posted 2001-01-07 12:36 PM

Thanks, Mark, you touch with such an encouraging pen!

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