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60's Ballad Ramble
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60's Ballad Ramble |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada 
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there was a time from my fair pen the softest words would flow. when gracious word fountains poured notes from the soul long before the metal and long before the deals when sweet chords fell from silence to the real. when there was no disguising just mystery in the clouds and to the verdant hillsides I would sing aloud. I walked on the forest trails and below waterfalls. my mind filled with nature's thrills resting on call. when the young winds rose to blow branches to chant faithful ones stood with tears of truth to plant. before glassy towers that glitter in the pace many legends lost many Gods too late. in with baited breath reserved for all they can keep, they see a golden calf wheeling through their dreams. pushing for affluence where visions sail the mains they land on the hidden shores of legerdemain. let's bring out the old guitar and sing to the trees lay down some notes that sound like the breeze. open the heart and let the blood flow light the old campfire singing songs we should know. in the tall greenwoods the secret is hiding the new day comes with a butterscotch dawn across the still waters all the world is waking washing through dewdrops lies a simple sage song. "we are the singers coming from the moonlight singing our love songs when the morning comes. bringing in new life and praising daylight laying out our charms for work to be done" so over the hillsides and across the skies out of the wetlands their voice comes alive. up the long rivers all the way to the head singing those love songs to bring out the dead. singing them out and making light known til sounds of the new day cover their tone. another day hailed with a feast for the breath a praise to the living and the maker be blessed. oh songs of the future haven't all been sung some heavy as metal and some lighthearted fun.... stop and take a look around we're thinking through dust everyday above the ground will always be a plus "we are the singers coming from the moonlight singing our love songs when the morning comes. bringing in new life and praising daylight laying out our charms for work to be done" |
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Dark Stranger Member Patricius
since 2001-03-19
Posts 13631West Coast |
et...knowing there are more songs coming brings more hope than all the hype the hope dopers have pedaled to date..enjoyed this one guy |
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Lori Grosser Rhoden Member Patricius
since 2009-10-10
Posts 10202Fair to middlin' of nowhere |
Made me want to put flowers in my hair Eric! Lori |
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JerryPat Senior Member
since 2010-10-30
Posts 1991Louisiana/America |
Nice and smooth like velvet and easy on the soul. "we are the singers coming from the moonlight singing our love songs when the morning comes. bringing in new life and praising daylight laying out our charms for work to be done" That says it all. Singing love songs til the morning breaks and charming the socks off of those who stops and waits. Intolerant people are the people who do not believe the way we want them to, which makes us intolerant by default.—July 26, 2010 |
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The_Doctors_Angel_32 Member
since 2011-01-14
Posts 337Florida, USA |
This is an awesome poem. Makes me feel like a flower child when I was born at the tale end of the 1970's. LOL I enjoyed the read!!! |
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faithmairee Senior Member
since 2011-01-05
Posts 1441Poe Haven, USA |
yep, it was like that when i wore flowers in my hair...back in the day...reminds me a bit of a poem i wrote many years ago with a similar theme...absoluteley loved this one...your writing is excellent, Eric...i applaud you!  There must be a poem in here somewhere. |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Reminds me of singing songs around the campfire. Surely a magical time, one of peace and innocense, and a wonderful sense of belonging. Always my pleasure, ethome~ |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Thanks DS for the hope words we all need them Eric _____________________________________ Lori You'd look great with the flowers there and thanks for the visit and the read. Eric ____________________________________ Thanks Jerry Glad you liked that little chorus and I appreciate the comments at the end. Eric __________________________________ Thank you Doc Angel those were not such bad times. I appreciate the comments. Eric ______________________________________ Faith many thanks for the exuberant comment and reflection. Glad you could relate. Eric ____________________________________ Blues Yep, singing round the campfire is definitely special isn't it? A completely different atmosphere altogether. Many thanks for the read and the comment. Eric Love does not look after it's own interests. |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
It was a better world then "me" thinks! Thank you, Eric, for a most delightful and nostalgic "ballad ramble". Helen |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
I think so too Helen but Jerry has some very valid points that have to be considered. I appreciate the read and the comments. Eric Love does not look after it's own interests. |
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mikeandrew Member
since 2010-11-18
Posts 198 |
Brilliantly worded enjoyed reading this poem. |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Thank you Mike I appreciate the positive input and visit! Eric Love does not look after it's own interests. |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Beutifully written, Eric. I remember that time. Ida |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Thank you Ida I appreciate the reflection and comment. Eric Love does not look after it's own interests. |
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s1nfully_1nn0c3nt Senior Member
since 2003-10-26
Posts 1105Watertown, NY |
Such a lovely piece. Enjoyed. -Trina |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Thanks Trina appreciate your eyes here. Eric Love does not look after it's own interests. |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
You might remember, Eric, that my brother was also into his music, and lyrics, and this brought him home to me today. He appreciated these words, and wanted me to tell you so. Thank you, my friend.  |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Yes, Karilea I do remember your brother but I can't remember what lyrics it was in the past. I know he's a lyric writer. I think he posted here once didn't he? I'm glad he appreciated the lyrics and I'm even more pleased that these lyrics of mine brought him home to you. I think that's totally great. Hello right back to him. Eric Love does not look after it's own interests. |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
He was here, my friend, under the name, Fagin. You'll find him on the Remembrance pages. It was good of you to acknowledge him...even if it was through me. Bless your soul....hugs and love, K |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
"future songs" while relishing the past...exquisitely done...loved this line: "washing through dewdrops lies a simple sage song" ...for me, it captured the essence of this lovely write |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
thank you Steaven I appreciate the read and the line quote. Nice to have your visit. Eric Love does not look after it's own interests. |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Ah yes, Fagin I remember that. Thanks for the warm reply Karilea. Thanks for being here at PIP it's pleases everyone! The Big Easy Arrangement and Lyrics by Robert Rilling Broken Down and tired.. I really need some rest.. Right then a little vaca was high upon my list Called down to the airline, said, give me a ticket, please.. I need some distraction to put my mind at ease. The Big Easy I touched down in New Orleans.. must’ve been O, 8 0’clock.. I could see the Mardi Gra was startin’n up the block.. The limo driver was holdin’ a card with my name.. I’m lookin’ for some action, now take me where it’s played!! The Big Easy He pulled up to a Casino.. smack dab on Bourbon St.. Even though it was late, He said, “you’ll get a seat.” Sat down to a table.. he cracked a brand new deck “You need chips, a drink, and a woman.. Monsieur, I’ll do the rest. The Big Easy I was rakin’ in the numbers, I didn’t lose a hand.. The dealer was gettin’ nervous, Pit boss was lookin’ in.. “I’ll take 100 large ‘gainst what I got..” He said, "Ok, deal him in" The ladies ‘round the table looked up and saw his grin..... The Big Easy Ya just gotta love it!! Eric Love does not look after it's own interests. |
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Misty Lilacs Senior Member
since 2005-11-15
Posts 1060White Birch Forest |
Oh, the 60's! A time like no other. Thank you for this; it's just amazing. ooxx Marti I do the <font color=FF6600><b>MS Walk</color></b> everyday!! |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Thank you Marti I appreciate the kind words and the visit. Yes, they were such interesting times. Eric Love does not look after it's own interests. |
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