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ThisDiamond
Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353
Michigan, USA

0 posted 2008-01-30 09:42 PM



Backless

Half the time, I find myself delighted
Amused by my own intensity…authority
A shy child’s answer to the rougher world
Jeans and sweatshirts require only fresh air
Turning a wrench, or climbing a ladder but
Never leaving the house without nail polish
My closet smells of cherry blossoms
Mixing short skirts, stilletto heals, and suede work boots
My favorite dress cost less than good bacon, and I sizzle

I care that I feel good, and that is reflected in my eyes
I'm never too pretty to dig in the dirt, or stack wood
If I joined you camping, I want soft skin and clean sheets
As much for me as for you…that’s what I’m partial to
The perfume of hard work is far more attractive than signature cologne
But the ambiance of my bedroom is romance, candle light and linen
Massage is an art, and baths should take their time

I color the gray and always hang the wash outside in summer rain
The dishes can stack on the sink side, if that means more
I will wash…air dry…and keep the house healthy all in percentage of yes
But don’t expect perfection, time is precious and I’d rather spend it cooking
Or fishing…or standing in a crowded room, backless…
Knowing you can’t look away

Copyright Kkh 1/30/08

© Copyright 2008 Kathleen Harris - All Rights Reserved
Bobby Jordan
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since 2007-08-13
Posts 491
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
1 posted 2008-01-30 11:02 PM


Yo ThisDiamond, I think I'm in love.

Good job on this, keep up the good work.

Bobby

passing shadows
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since 1999-08-26
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displaced
2 posted 2008-01-30 11:59 PM


damn woman!

I like!

Margherita
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since 2003-02-08
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Eternity
3 posted 2008-01-31 11:54 AM


Oh,  w o n d e r f u l, TD !! Yes, who wouldn't love you like this!!

I agree on almost everything.

love,
Margherita

Honeybunch
Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115
South Africa
4 posted 2008-01-31 02:05 PM


Lovely write, TD!  Brought a smile to my lips and they needed to stretch a bit.
Artic Wind
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since 2007-09-16
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5 posted 2008-01-31 03:50 PM


Very Nicely Writen!

Love it!

ARCTIC WIND

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6 posted 2008-01-31 04:36 PM


Whewwww,  this is awesome, totally awesome..
So vivid...I can almost count the threads
on the faucet.

secondhanddreampoet
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since 2006-11-07
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7 posted 2008-02-01 08:29 PM


now THIS is superb!...a most powerful 'direct' write!

[this is another style of write that, given a
  million years to try, I could not likely do;
  but, I truly admire those who can!]

MUCH serious and long-sustained applause for this grand-fine 'penning!'

TomMark
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since 2007-07-27
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8 posted 2008-02-01 08:41 PM


very good.
Un-perfection makes a perfect life.
always beautiful poem.
Tom

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