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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia 
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When a cold ebony night swallows a hot sultry day, a hesitant night star forces my gaze in rhythmic sweep beyond Earth's limited horizon. I sigh in frustration at Humanity's capacity for intolerance, feeling our collective cache of compassion has disappeared, gone beyond the point of no return; and with its fall, each human heart beat is inexorably doomed. Yet I am determined to move our collective heart beat upward, climb beyond the mountains of indifference that threaten to bury us as a species in deep dark caverns of fear and hatred. I crave spiritual replenishment to sustain me on this most difficult journey, yet find the cupboard bare. Outside, the air is saturated by clouds of despair which hang heavy as a soggy blanket. Hopelessness covers my spirit, while my feet dangle dangerously over quicksand. When such a night sky swallows the day, I fear for the future of Gaia. |
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TomMark Member Elite
since 2007-07-27
Posts 2133LA,CA |
beautiful as always. enjoyed |
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aziza Member Elite
since 2006-07-09
Posts 2995Lumpy Oatmeal makes me Crazy! |
I love reading your poetry You strike a chord within and make me feel as if you are a kindred spirit But, I always feel like you have hope for our future and the future of this earth. A |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
timely, thoughtful and finely expressed concerns for Gaia and humanity in this 'write'! I am especially fond of: "When a cold ebony night swallows a hot sultry day, a hesitant night star forces my gaze in rhythmic sweep beyond Earth's limited horizon." for me, the above is a fine synopsis of the 'Universalist' perspective [if humankind could switch from the (deadly) historic focus on the 'emphasis of differences' (in race, religion, nationality; etc.) to a new concentration on the grand-scintillating cosmos of 'infinite potentialities'...against such a 'backdrop', those 'human differences' would quickly fade into the realm of the entirely irrelevant by comparison!] MUCH serious applause!! |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Tomtoo (  ) thank youAlison, oh, thank you. And we are definitely kindred spirits! Bruce.....that reply is the kind of spiritual sustenance I require to continue climbing over cragged mountains of indifference! |
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ArtSolstice Member
since 2007-03-18
Posts 498 |
Read, re-read and read again, Midnitesun, with resonance for your thoughts and feelings so finely expressed. |
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Tears-of-Sanity Member
since 2007-09-05
Posts 121Kingdom Hearts |
I loved it  Tears of Sanity~ |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
Kacy the cupboard is never bare of your hopeful words and feelngs thank you |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
just 'stopped by' for a 2nd. reading of this fine 'write'! continuing applause!! |
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aziza Member Elite
since 2006-07-09
Posts 2995Lumpy Oatmeal makes me Crazy! |
Me too. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
...Saved faster than you can say, "Gaia". Kacy, I have tucked so many of your poems away, that you'll soon be charging me! No problem! It will have been worth it! Every line is exquisite and deeply resonates with my own beliefs and feelings. Both your talent and your soul, are divine.  Love, Peace, & Harmony, Linda  |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
No, no, no, no, no! There is ALWAYS hope in a world which has a Kacy! And when she inspires us like this, that hope spreads like melted butter. Loved the poem, though. - Owl |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Humble thank yous to each of you, for spending a moment here. Linda and Owlie, you've made my eyes water, and lips quiver ~namaste~ |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Thanks for the warm welcome back, Kacy. Glad you enjoyed my enjoyment of your poem. Popped in for a short while - shouldn't have (time and all that!), but did! It is lovely to "see" you again. Give my love to the horses your daughter works with. Love "Owlie" |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Kacy Namaste The Divine in me honours the Divine in you as well. Linda |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
"I sigh in frustration at Humanity's capacity for intolerance, feeling our collective cache of compassion has disappeared, gone beyond the point of no return; and with its fall, each human heart beat is inexorably doomed." Yes, I also sigh but too I know that each member of humanity must and will take responsibility for their own actions or lack thereof. Fine write, Kacy m'dear! |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
One of your very best, dear Kacy! Gaia is in good hands when she meets someone like you and ... I believe many are awakening to love and will take care of this our Mother Earth before it is too late. I love your determination! Will keep this! Love, Margherita |
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Cerenity Member Elite
since 2000-02-16
Posts 2637Escondido-California |
Your poetry is as wonderful as ever, aewsome first read, Love, Cerenity |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
You expressed some of my own concerns beautifully. Somehow I think there is still hope for our world as long as there are poets. Ida |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Enjoyed...James |
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