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If I should....my apologies.
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If I should....my apologies. |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
If I lay my hand on paper, it should not be; Pardon me. What is yours is yours. My finger, naughty one, has a tendency to explore. My apology. If I enter your seascape, Should I knock before I touch? My appetite for color, leads me too spontaneously, through the surf of a brush. Such artwork should not be touched. My apology. If I should impale a quietitude when bursting through the room, I’ve forgotten Respect for privacy my parents tried to groom; My senses are too strong. Yet, they are too weak. My energies Should look before they speak. Again, my apologies… |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
If I should impale a quietitude when bursting through the room, I’ve forgotten respect for privacy my parents tried to groom; My senses are too strong. Yet, they are too weak. My energy Should look before it speak. This was done with compassion for anothers space...and believe me, I'm as guilty as anyone for doing the same. Tend to want to help rather then harm, but sometimes, it is just not viewed the same...that is what makes us who we are, different strokes for different folks...amazingly beautiful sentiments from a wonderful poet. Hugs Me |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
LeeJ., You impale the silence of a room? All too easy it is, especially when trying to help, as you said. You're right. We are all so different and have different ideas about space. Mine today, is more like outer-space, if you know what I mean! And, the worse part is some people are too kind to tell you when you violate their space, sooooo, how does one improve (or even need to if one doesn't know whether or not she's violated someone's space)? Oh, food for thought anyway... Thank you for you kind response. I always enjoy hearing from you. I hope your weather there is improving! hugs, too, miscellanea |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
miscellanea, Oh how I love this... Years ago when my children were very young ones in school, I volunteered to take on a library class during the summer. I was given a room at the school and the permission to take them to the library which was no short walk. We chose books for me to read to them and discuss. One book was about giving people their privacy. I had an imagination then so I had each child seek out a space in the room. Under a table, in a corner, by the cloak room, any where they felt comfortable. We read one book about a Father reading his newspaper and discussed how that was his quiet space and we would respect that and not bother him unless it was very important. (A bathtub in the room would have been fun!) It was so interesting hearing their thoughts on this. I also loved the book, The Blueberry Pie Elf and quite a few others. Thanks for the memories, martyjo |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
martyjo, I bet that is a summer's lesson the children never forgot! (It would be loads of fun to find that special place in the library to call your own.) The intent of your lesson sounds like one Mr. Roger's would have shared. Thank you for the kindness of your response. miscellanea |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
"My senses are too strong. Yet, they are too weak. My energies Should look before they speak. Again, my apologies…" ~ Apologies, accepted! Miss C, please accept my own apology for that cavalier response of mine! As per usual, I enjoyed reading your thoughts!  Linda |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Linda, Hey, no problema. I couldn't help but smile when I read your response. Glad you enjoyed. miscellanea |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
beautiful write, loved the line: "My energies Should look before they speak." |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
Oh miscellanea! at first I thought you wrote it for me and then I realized others relate too... my apology a wonderful piece of work this portrait of you and your energies |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
The teacher in you the compassionate in you wrote this... and how amazing it encompasses not just the teacher but oh so many lives.... where one reaches for a not so respected privacy in this time.... but at least you know the courtesy of, and what least you need to give, an apology. Dear girl, I so remember our time! |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Very thoughtful and deep writing. A great truth to be reminded of, too. Good one, MisC! *hugs*....jo |
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he11oxNASTY Junior Member
since 2007-02-21
Posts 27 |
This is a wonderful poem. I especially like the second verse where it reads "My appetite for color, leads me too spontaneously, through the surf of a brush. Such artwork should not be touched. My apology.". I find that very descriptive and easy to interpret to mean what you want. For instance, I see that to mean said personality is loud and fun, and the opposite personality is like a piece of art that shouldn't be altered. It really is lovely. Nice poem. April-Lyn |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
I read this earlier...and danced through it again this morning |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
since this was back up to the top (where it should be) had to come back for another read...enjoyed muchly :squeeze) |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
misce This poem made me think of my inclination to touch art in form, especially sculptures..it is for me almost impossible to stay behind the rope that is supposed to keep me out. |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Thank you, Poets, for all your kind responses. Yes, it is about artwork mostly, and Martie, you might see me, too, tipping over one of those ropes around the exhibit one day! I tend to stretch and stretch and stretch to the point, I become almost out of balance! Wishing you good days ahead... hugs, miscellanea |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I welcome your words in my space... anytime. *S* A beautiful write from a compassionate, caring heart! *S* |
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Ratleader
since 2003-01-23
Posts 7026Visiting Earth on a Guest Pass |
If it's mine....cruise right in. Chances are, you'll improve it, and if not, well, what's a picture for, if not to share? ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸ ¸¸ºº> ~~~(¸¸ER¸¸ºº> |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
suthern, Great big hugs to you and a simple thank you. It is good to see your name again. I'm hoping to find one of your poems soon, eh? Take care, suthern friend. miscellanea |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Ratleader, Your art should be perused, not cruised! It's great to hear from you once again. Time has been a considerable challenge to me this year, especially, so I am unable to read as much poetry as I'd like. I remember your passion for writing... I hope all is well with you. miscellanea |
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Goodknight Member Elite
since 2002-06-15
Posts 2386Ohio, USA |
I think several times I have felt intruded on only to learn a lot from the intruder - loved this piece Cathy - Paul |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Apology?....people tell me I'm sorry all the time....not sure what they mean by that....????? |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Cathy, you've brushstroked this blue canvas with profound truth with your 'space' write. Knowing WHEN and HOW to stay out of another's 'personal breathing space' is a key to survival in assisting individuals with emotional, cognitive and physical disabilities with challenging behaviors. I had no less than three 'reminders' in one evening this week with one client. We both had to 'back away' and reassess the situation, from differing perspectives. Fortunately, most of my clients are not physically aggressive. |
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Copperbell Senior Member
since 2003-11-08
Posts 956 |
what a treat to read your writing tonight. I read them all actually... but I loved this one the most. |
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