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As Time Goes By
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As Time Goes By |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines 
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As Time Goes By I take this time of ease and wonder of the days that lay ahead. Raining now with thoughts umbrella'd what's to come from words unsaid? It isn't simply these gaining years that rest between the sheets well worn. Instead one thinks a bit too much of what's to come when past we mourn. As time goes by and life continues with all the changes aging shares, I take it with a smile remembering a game once played called "musical chairs". And how sometimes you find the place to seat yourself in winning style. Always with that chance of moving too slow or fast, yet all worthwhile. So now I take each moment's gain while window watching through drops of rain. M "Love is not blind - It sees more and not less, but because it sees more, it is willing to see less." |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
You have the right idea, M. Dilute the past with a mixture of raindrops and studied assault. With some, the past is a monster, and coming to terms with it is difficult if not impossible. I finally reached out for my past October, 2011, embraced them and forgave what I could, including myself, and I breathe easier, am happier than I ever thought possible. Your poem reached me. ~*~ If they give you lined paper, write sideways. ~*~ |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Thanks Jerry for your understanding response. I think of the last 12 or so years that seem to have flown by, especially ever since writing on here and have come to terms with so many things, especially missing so many of my poetry friends from here that are no longer with us but helped me in so many ways. It is very easy to feel sorry for oneself, and to allow oneself to fall into a depressive state. I am trying to accept where I am today and make the best of it. sending you a "soft" smile and hug M |
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Professor Gloom Member Elite
since 2000-07-23
Posts 3082of Depression |
You must remember this, A kiss is just a kiss, a sigh is just a sigh The fundamental things apply As time goes by. Moonlight and love songs Never out of date You always turn a phrase to make me remember and yes too many of the poets we once knew have moved on (one way or another). But that is what change is, newness amongst the memories. Gloom |
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Startime1955 Senior Member
since 2012-04-22
Posts 1072Alberta, Canada |
As time goes by I find myself learning so much more about myself and life...facing the past gives me a sense of well being...I love this poem...memories returned of friends I miss...*BIG HUGS* *may our dreams ever be magical* |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
It seems that wisdom is gained through the loss of everything else as if it is the most precious gift of all...and perhaps it is. Ida |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
Always good to live well in the "now" but for some strange reason the mind always strays to the past and to the future which never turns out as we expected it too. I do like Ida's comment. May acceptance yet be happy. Helen |
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Zinsser Senior Member
since 2001-02-27
Posts 1641Calif. |
loved it .... made me smile .... in a completely sisterhood type of way.... Thank You |
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ebonygirl Member Elite
since 2011-07-14
Posts 2000California U.S.A |
This poem is filled with so much meaning and truth. Loved the line, "I take this time of ease and wonder of the days that lay ahead." Enjoyed your poem. Ms. E |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
So now I take each moment's gain while window watching through drops of rain. I really like this, M... Such a beautiful image of contemplation! |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Beautifully positive with just the right seasoning of sad entwined to make the reality come through. We all wonder the same way these days, LOL! Acceptance is key isn't it? Excellent write! Eric true love never looks after it's own interests |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
I'm with you here. But the past has slipped away and what we are missing now are the things we forgot to do while busy with other things. There is still time; all it takes it the will. Best to you, jo |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
I'm in the now just trying to survive this heatwave once again waiting as I hear the thunder, see the lightning coming this way hopefuly to rain and cool us off a bit. SO I thank everyone who has responded and apologize for not being on line often enough to thank you, as I try to escape the heat by finding a cooler spot than sitting here.  M |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Yea, those were the days, but I never really liked musical chairs....something about not finding your seat and falling on your butt. These days are more precious than ever, because we learn to appreciate that each one is truly a gift. Hope you are well Maureen. Love and many hugs~ |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
Absolutely lovely. I love that last stanza. So much understanding, and feeling, from heart and soul expressed in verse. JL  Love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul,and with all your mind. Love your neighbor as yourself. |
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Scooter Member
since 2012-07-10
Posts 68 |
I think you have conquered many of your devils, demons, whatever, to be able to write this poem, M. |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
hey "Bluesy" what a nice surprise to see you here. Things are going as well as they can but I certainly miss many of my friends on here...I will always have a special place in my heart for you and if ever on the east coast let me know...I have a bit more freedom to move around as I age. Huge hugs hoping you are doing well. JL and Scooter thank you for your kind replies. There is much history here with many pip friends both online and in real. So much has happened both good and bad in many of our lives in which we all can relate to. Thanks again... p.s. if I am slow to respond it is because I am forced to upgrade computers etc. and am still learning. M |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
reading this, it makes me a little sad, knowing these have been many great years and now nothing seems the same I remember so many words, feelings, and people... it's good to see some still around though |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Hey Dixie, thanks for stopping by. You can always reach me at my plzdntgo@aol.com address for now. I am terrible with facebook and don't twitter and of course hardly anyone is using messenger anymore...so the internet is rather lonely for me right now until I find the time and ability to upgrade my technology skills.  M |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
yes M, I know how that is. Since I upgraded my internet speed, I can't get on messenger at all so I just uninstalled it. Plus I have a new computer with windows 7. I'll put you in my address book in my gmail. |
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Nigelinoz Member
since 2012-07-24
Posts 71Victoria,Australia |
Wow,what a lovely poem,I find it emotion filled yet quite gentle,very nicely written. Well Done nakdthoughts ,I enjoyed reading it. Cheers N'oz You may as well give cherries to a pig as give advice to a fool- |
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icebox Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 4383in the shadows |
"...with all the changes aging shares" very nice! |
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Oklahoma Rose Senior Member
since 2008-02-28
Posts 1586Oklahoma USA |
This is beautiful, Maureen. There is no rain, here. I wish there was. Instead the temperature is 106. I called several stores to get another air conditioner, but they were all sold out. My air conditioners are so old, they aren't putting out enough cold air. Aside from that, I have been sick. Thank you for sharing this beautiful poem. Hope you are doing well. |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
You may have "especially missing so many of my poetry friends from here that are no longer with us" and I guess we "new" ones can't hold a candle to those gone, but I, for one, enjoy your poetry and your claim for redemption. Pardon me if I am too forward. ~*~ If they give you ruled paper write sideways. ~*~ |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Oh my! You have become quite the poet gal. Very impressed. Alot of thought went into this. Very well done ma'am, |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Jerry, I don't mind you being forward but for many of us who have remained friends on here for almost 12 years, my response about missing them is their friendships we had (many from meeting in real and now have passed away) and meant no disrespect to any of the newer poet friends. Some of us went through some very hard times and our poetry released many of those feelings and for me, helped me get through some very dark hours expressing it through my words and through the understanding in the replies. N'oz, icebox,and Sue thank you for sharing your thoughts. Sue keep checking with the stores, try Walmart, HHGregg, Best Buy etc. they may have some in stock now. I know how hot and humid it has been here...unbearable at times, keeping me from enjoying the summer. Hope otherwise you are doing well. Hey Toe, so glad to see you back and joining in. I appreciate everyone here... M |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Little Mo how wonderful to see your beautiful poem, this is simply gorgeous, absolutely exquisite writing, just beautiful. Krissy was talking about you the other day, asking if I knew how you were, so I came to our old playground to see if you had posted at all and found this beauty. Thank you for the delight you have gifted us with. YOU are one amazingly gifted writer x x as always Mushy x x x x x x x Tomorrow is another day I don't know what it holds |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Hi Marsha, it's so great to see you here. I have been on the down side lately...caught some type of bug keeping me from feeling up to too much hoping for it to be in the decline soon since schools are about to start here. I sure miss and think about you, your daughter, Keth and the others and am happy to hear that you are working towards your degree. I watched the olympics, enjoying the many views of London and wondering if you were able to enjoy any of it. "hugs" M |
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MARK V SHELDON Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 3015In a corporeal internship... |
Peek-a-boo! How are you, Pal? So nice to read you again, and equally smile-inducing to see that your style is still very "you". Any TOL's of late...? -MVS You CAN make a difference, but first you should learn how: |
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