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I am sassy (Patricia's challenge)
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I am sassy (Patricia's challenge) |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia 
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I am sassy. I am from rock gardens and olive trees, near boulders thrusting from endless seas, orchards and vines that stretch for miles shaking quaking undulating valleys 'neath purple mountains of majesty. I am the seed of a talk-back tree, whose branches and leaves scream "Don't tread on me!" Though too many branches have broken 'neath the weight of world sorrows, the seeds have been plentiful, and solid bedrock nurtures. I am from rock gardens and olive trees, born to protect silent wildflowers seeking shelter and shade from a sweltering sun and the raging seas. I am sassy. [This message has been edited by Midnitesun (12-07-2007 08:05 AM).] |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Good morning, Kacy! It was my hope that you would rise to meet Patricia's challenge! ~ and you did ~ splendidly! I knew that I would enjoy it! Are you of Greek heritage?  I smiled all the while I was reading! Loving hug, Linda |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
enveloping and full of greatness, visuals and wonder.... enjoyed |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
LOL, no, Linda, no Greek (as far as I know!) I grew up in California, a mongrel mix of Dutch/Irish/German/Scotch/English. We had olive trees and lots of rocks, about a half hour drive to Ventura/Channel Islands and Santa Monica/Malibu. One of my ancestors signed the Declaration of Independence, and I've been voicing my rights since the minute I was born. Mom called me 'sassy brat' I changed it to 'sassy kat' then abbreviated it to 'sassy' |
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Pilgrimage Member Elite
since 2001-12-04
Posts 3945Texas, USA |
Oh, excellent! The bedrock shows, my friend. You are grounded and strong. And what more could anyone ask to be? Nan (Pilgrim variety) |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
"One of my ancestors signed the Declaration of Independence," ~ VERY impressive! "Dutch/Irish/German/Scotch/English." ~ Me too! But I am predominantly of Scottish descent ~ with a little bit of Swiss (chocolate) thrown in to sweeten the mix! lol Love to you, dear native Californian! Linda  |
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divine chaos Senior Member
since 2006-07-09
Posts 617dancing 'neath the moon |
I like ya sassy  Your write made me smile Sheli |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Sassy is as Sassy does...and we wouldn't want it any other way! Well done, Kacy! |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Kacy....Not afraid to speak your strong voice of care for earth and it's people, must be the meaning of "sassy". I read California all over this. |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
I am from rock gardens and olive trees, born to protect silent wildflowers seeking shelter and shade from a sweltering sun and the raging seas. I am sassy. Enjoyed your words greatly, dear Kacy. You are no doubt a strong woman ... and with that heritage you have all the numbers to win your battles. You are an inspiration, always. Love, Margherita |
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aziza Member Elite
since 2006-07-09
Posts 2995Lumpy Oatmeal makes me Crazy! |
Yep I love this lots too. A |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
and I for one, would not want to see you any other way!! You, m'dear are a delight!!! Hugs. Much enjoyed this Kacy. |
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ArtSolstice Member
since 2007-03-18
Posts 498 |
What a total pleasure to read! |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
Very nice response to the ‘poetic challenge!’ I am especially fond of: “I am from rock gardens and olive trees, near boulders thrusting from endless seas, orchards and vines that stretch for miles …quaking undulating valleys 'neath purple mountains of majesty(!)” It is always grandly refreshing to see a very intelligent, perceptive, proudly independent, resilient woman express her core/formative influences so finely and effectively! Serious, sustained applause! |
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Patricia Member Elite
since 2003-04-06
Posts 2160Missouri |
Gosh, I love this. An amazing writing. There is nothing better than a sassy poet! Thank you for sharing. Patricia |
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lucky Senior Member
since 2000-01-17
Posts 1601Idaho |
Your right Patricia... If it takes a sassy poet to write like this, I think we need alot more Sas around here. lucky dale [This message has been edited by lucky (12-07-2007 07:50 PM).] |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
 Poet friends are GREAT!Thank you each for your time and comments. |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
"I am the seed of a talk-back tree," I WANT THAT LINE. Hon? Your spirit shows through all you do. I don't see how it could not.  |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
A California girl. I should have known. I can feel the California spirit here. Enjoyed your self portrait. We need more "sassy" women to keep order in this world. Ida |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
Very well done Kacy! "too bad ignorance isn't painful" |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
what a sassy write dear friend! Well Done! RDB Be kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight......... |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Yep, that's you and I have always know this must be the place you are from Kacy. Absolutely adore this poem and I'm keeping it....okay?....okay......*hugs*.....jo |
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TomMark Member Elite
since 2007-07-27
Posts 2133LA,CA |
very lovely. Even rock garden became a symbol of softness in your poem. Tomtoo |
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icebox Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 4383in the shadows |
*laugh* Your title says it all! |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
You ... sassy? C'mon ... yore pullin' my laig. Aren'tcha? Huh? Wal? Poet, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write. |
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