Open Poetry #49 |
To a Stranger |
latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
To a Stranger~ I remember you You were dressed in blue And I was passing by You smiled and I nodded my reply Many months have passed But I cannot deny That each time I pass that site I keep an open eye |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
Oh yes, Jo, certain moments in passing stays with us and gives us unaccustomed pleasure as we relive it in the days, weeks, sometimes even years to come. This was very romantic. ~*~ Why do we drive on a parkway and park on a driveway? ~*~ |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Thank you Jerry.Not really romantic to me just something a bit strange at the time, many years ago.jo |
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2islander2 Member Ascendant
since 2008-03-12
Posts 6825by the sea |
there are strong feelings that i share sometimes, some people mark us, thanks for the lovely words, yann |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
One cannot help but wonder what would have been revealed if you both hadn't just walked on. As they say, a stranger's just a friend you do not know but how like the human race not to embrace strangers - can't really blame them though in this day and age. Keep an open eye, Jo. Love Helen |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Thank you Yann and Helen. A happening from years ago. I am usually pretty perceptive.This was many years ago but remains to be thought of once in a while. It helps to keep the imagination alive. Jo |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
I really love this, dear Martyjo, there is that little touch of magic which expands its reverberations into the future. Love, Margherita |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
nice...James |
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EmmaRose Senior Member
since 2011-03-02
Posts 1376Midwest |
A sweet lament of that feeling of almost but not quite, wishing for another view |
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wordancer Senior Member
since 2000-07-30
Posts 809VA |
I too, have had moments when I passed by someone and lost the opportunity for an interaction and sometimes I remember (what if) a few of them. |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Margherita,James Michael,EmmaRose and Worddancer.Thank you each one.This was down on the page and I was surprised to see it had come up again.I appreciate your response.Jo |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
makes one wonder where these connections came from. Ida |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
. Hi Ida, It is a look or a smile or mostly something in the eyes. It can be a man or a woman or even a young person. A connection seems to be there and you wonder. I have often spoken to a man or woman about almost anything just to find the connection. Usually with a smile and a funny thought or a compliment. It works for the time being but the person still is a stranger and you never meet again. Most people you do this with appreciates the pause in their day, especially if a compliment is given. I should write it in a notebook as I remember most of them. Thanks for stopping by. Jo |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
I have read this one a few times and it is definitely one that many can relate to. Kudos for penning the recall so well on such a brief encounter. I enjoyed |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
welcome back Mark Bohannan and thank you for stopping to leave a not.I appreciate your kind words,Thank you Jo Perry |
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Redstart Senior Member
since 2014-05-16
Posts 535 |
This so reminds me of a moment in my life that I'll not forget: I was on Paddington station, in the buffet bar. I looked over her mother's shoulders(I assume it was her mother) and caught her eyes, as she caught mine. A simple moment that we never forget. |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Redstart.It seems to happen to more than one and also more than once.Thank you for your story.Best to you Jo Perry |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
Very much enjoyed the vibrant voice of this one! |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
This Diamond, Thank you for your nice words. I do not post much lately so when I do and see some of the older members here to read, it pleases me. Best to you,jo |
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amk377 Member
since 2009-08-11
Posts 58South Carolina |
Absolutely beautiful!!! "If you can dream it, you can achieve it" |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Ah, yes. I can totally relate to this one. Michael |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
To Amk377 and Michael,THank you for your kind words. I appreciate them.Jo |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
NOW THIS is cute... You wrote a full story in these very few words. Enjoyed!! 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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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Thank you very much JL. I appreciate your popping in and your nice reply. Jo |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Nice to see a poem from you again, Martyjo, and such a delightful one. Owl |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
Could have sworn I had replied to this way up the page . . . but, guess not. Don't recall what I think I said, but I know I enjoyed it! And will just leave it at that... jimmy |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Owl, I am so glad it was my little poem that brought you out.I have been thinking of you and realized I had not heard from you lately nor you from me. I hope all is well, Best to you , Jo |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Jimmy, Thank you.I have a bit of a problem getting my comments posted.I know it has to do with the server that I sometimes hit.But no matter. So glad you stopped in.I thank you and am honored when you do.best to you,jo |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Jimmy, I did not see it but this post of yours is a t treat.I appreciate any one who takes the time to read and post especially from you.I sometimes have a problem posting.What I put in does not show for a while, and that is why you might sometimes see a double post from me.I know it has something to do with my browsers. I am glad you stopped back. Thank you, jo [This message has been edited by latearrival (06-26-2014 01:35 AM).] |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
This was an incredibly thought out piece gal. I think we've all done this. Then again, we're all strangers to someone....In fact, I'm stranger than most. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I'm so glad this came back up! Like many, I can definitely relate!! *S* |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
whoa,Thank you Toe and Suthern. So happy you popped in and gave me a grin. ((Hugs)) JO |
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