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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA 
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Loner's poem about men...inspired this...Why? Heck, if I could tell you that...I wouldn't be here... Thanx Loner... I used to think I had to be someone else that I might be loved better, liked more. That....I might be popular, get the gold. I used to try to make them smile, laugh by being someone else....but why? Why did I work so hard to not just be me.... I thought they wouldn’t like me not having much hair... Or, that my front teeth were too big, my walk too funny, my gait wrong. That I wasn’t muscular enough to be thought I had strength and power. That...not being a “jock” made me weak, effeminate, not masculine. That...no matter what I tried and... I tried many things, many times... I never was who I thought I should be... Now, look at me.... No, I’m not Charles Atlas or Arnold. I ain’t Einstein or Robert Redford. I never got selected for class prezz. Not even the book keeper... Look at me....not through who I am, but what I give to you....For, through these words you see me, the beauty and grace of me.... I am now, that person I wanted to be, not for you.... But....just for me... One Hundred Percent American Male.... With feelings and sensitivity too!!! |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
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the_loner_23 Member Ascendant
since 2002-06-08
Posts 5479Jacksonville, Florida, USA |
I loved it. It was so cool. Cold hands means a warm heart |
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WhiteRose Member Elite
since 2002-07-23
Posts 3208somebody's dungeon |
Look at me....not through who I am, but what I give to you....For, through these words you see me, the beauty and grace of me.... Yes we do Barry, and the vision one of a man who has found himself and can offer so much to a woman as "that" man. Not one you tried to be, just the one you are. Enjoyed this read very much! "Everyone is changing |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 BRAVO!!! Yes, and I believe it is that that truly makes a true man, the ability to feel, to cry, to reason, and you are filled with this virtue! As John Le Carre quotes, "He has the gift of quiet." To be quiet I believe one can find stillness and may will reach out with love! (big hugggsssss) God Bless You, sweet friend, I know Julie will be deeply touched by this, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Barry, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
I truly enjoyed this piece, Barry... I think that when people... men as well as women, reach a certain age... we realize that we don't have to pretend anymore... Thats why I would hate to be young again. Maturity may bring grey hair and wrinkles but it also brings self confidence... This is a really terrific write!  ~ hugs from an old chipmunkLyra |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Vandana, thanx my friend...where is your poetry? Loner, thanx for the inspire.... Anne, yep, just plain OLD ordinary and maturing me....still growing.. Noah, thanx young man....take with you the wisdom of age, that you might grow each day and become who you want to be.. Lyra, exactly.....and I think if more of our young people could find the feeling of security and comfort with one's self, they would be light years ahead..... Imagine where we might have been then...with what we know now...what a thought!!! Thanx dear lady...have an acorn.....on me.. |
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Helekin New Member
since 2002-08-17
Posts 2 |
Hi Magnus, I truly enjoyed this poem. It speaks for so many of us. It certainly does take maturity to reach this point but it is a great feeling. I don't always live up to this ideal but most of the time. Thanks for sharing. Helekin |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Helekin, I won't pretend to let anyone think I am a man who has all his rocks in one sock 24/7...cause I don't....But I am learning that what I think of me is a far greater thing than what anyone else ever has... I just have to remind ME once in a while... Thanx for the post...welcome to Passions... |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Yea, Barry!! You ARE the man!  and for this one, my friend. I really like the man you are! |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
You sure are what Martie said...the man!! ~Hugging you oh so tight!~ ~ Time has cast a spell on you |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Magnus - you are perfect just the way you are - wonderful. Great write. Chris Life is not measured by breaths you take, but by moments that take your breath away. |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Barry...I see nothing wrong with being "YOU" In fact we could all take a lesson from"YOU" From one man to another Way To Go...Paul |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Martie....be careful...I might blush... Aw Mannnn.... Nancy, hugs dear one...thanks Enchanting One...double hugs... Chris....I wish I were as thoughtful as you always are to me, to us... Thanx for your unending kindness.... Paul, thank you....Far from perfect am I, but trying to rethink a few thoughts... Glad I could share... |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
One of the sexiest things about a man, for me, is for the man to know who he truly is---and to be proud to be that man! You are now on your way to becoming one of the sexiest men in the U. S. of A.! BTW---You look pretty good to me in your photo! Were you just fishing for compliments with this write?!? HeeeHeee! Gosh, I really like reading your "stuff!" Earth Angel |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Gosh Linda.....I think I will write about three more of these poems...if you will keep saying all those wowfull words... Seriously....thank you....and I am just expressing me...and who I was and sometimes still am...and who I is.... No, I was not fishing for compliments... Just sometimes feel a touch of wanting to express feelings.... |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
If only more men could be like you, in expressing their feelings and taking a good look at who they are. This is a very "real" piece of writing and you have shown your strength by opening yourself up like that--- you let people in----and I for one, like what I see! EA |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
damn skippy! Nice reply here Barry! |
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geenabee Member
since 2002-09-10
Posts 59NC--USA |
Darn good! Honest and also ispiring so that we all might try to be a little more of ourselves. Indeed this poem expresses what every woman TRULY wants in a man. not muscles or brains but a versatility of being.. and an ability to express and listen to ideas Nice ta read ya ~geenabee |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Barry I have found that when we just be ourselves is when we are at our best. Wonderful and heartfelt write. Hugs. If I have touched one heart through my words, then I have acheived my dream... |
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Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC |
barry this was a wonderful expression of love for one's self. im so glad you found who you are and have become happy! that is what is most important. i'm only 25 so I know I have years ahead of me, but im starting now to try and make myself happy and just to be who i am, without worrying what everyone else wants or thinks of me great write! take care. amy "if irish eyes are smiling...they are probably up to something" :) |
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CSKpoet Senior Member
since 2002-07-12
Posts 845Island in Paradise |
Gee I thought you were just too sexy all this time ...a most wonderful write, Barry..Isn't maturing great for self acceptance? and to hell with what anyone thinks otherwise..   Cher Poetry is: Passion, imagination and intellect running together. Aloha with warmest regards, Cheryl Stewart Koomoa [This message has been edited by CSKpoet (09-10-2002 02:39 PM).] |
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Thomas119gold Senior Member
since 2002-06-03
Posts 708Biloxi, MS (city by the sea) |
Hey whats wrong with GOLD? LOL good write To find out if you are happy in life look in a mirror day or night and if you see your self smiling you have the answer at least thats what I keep telling myself Thomas |
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