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Memphis, Tennessee |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California 
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MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE The greyhound rolled into the station, Memphis, Tennessee. It wasn't my destination, Still, something there seemed to call me. Coming back from my vacation - In Washington D.C., I knew she must be there, somewhere, Waiting, watching for me. So I stepped on down from the coach, A Washington rose in hand. There, I waited on her approach, Knowing only she'd understand. But time sped up as the rain fell, The cold air cast it's chill on me. My flower seemed to lose it's spell - In Memphis, Tennessee. "Now boarding for L.A." I heard the loud speaker call. Thunder peeling away - Any hope left at all. I stepped back to reality, Leaving my dreams there on the chair. A fading rose in memory, The only evidence I was there. Heading into a blaring sun - Where I know nothing waits for me. Towards the east the shadows run - As I run west from Destiny. Away from that special someone - I know is meant for only me. Yes, still I feel she's there, somewhere, In Memphis, Tennessee. |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Wow Mike...really shows class....(Not that I'm a great person to know "class"....but that's fantastic! |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Wow.....I really liked this one Michael. I hope your visit with the other poets was inspirational and sorry to hear this woman of your dreams was not there to meet you. Perhaps you should have got off the bus somewhere in PA  ------------------ "In the depths of winter, I finally learned that there was in me an invincible summer" ~Albert Camus [This message has been edited by hoot_owl_rn (edited 09-16-99).] |
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Lost Dreamer Member Elite
since 1999-06-20
Posts 2464Somewhere near the Rainbow |
Michael, Glad to see you made it back safe, and sound. This poem is wonderful, I wish you had met your destiny in Tennessee, but know this, she also lost out on meeting the wonderful person that exists in you. Stay strong, our destinies have a way of seeking us out. ------------------ Sometimes we have to follow a stronger voice, even if it's silent. |
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poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
Okay girls....back off & keep your pantyhose on - he's not stopping off anywhere but here - with me! he he he Seriously though, I logged on this morning and really wasn't expecting to find any trace of you, but then there you go again.....saying just the right words to make me want to throw everything down, and run out into the streets naked, screaming your name and running after you !!! How do you do it ? I sat here frozen - when I saw the title...I knew....I knew you'd say something that would make my heart stop....the whole poem did just that. I'm holding back the tears ( and the girls ) as I read this...what do I say...what CAN I say....except I wish I would have been there. Gotta go now - I'm getting my keyboard all slippery with tears. Miss you Michael. Hurry home. ------------------ I beckon you to come...I lure you with my tongue... - poet FemmeFatale |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Well, now.... What can I say about this one?? Gee.. what a wonderful poem..  Better yet, how about - THIS IS A GREAT MAN - and any girl in their right mind best grab him while she can - (and don't be jealous that I got to spend the weekend with him)...He's handsome, kind, passionate, sweet - capable of making the sun rise in the west - very much like another special friend of mine.... |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Very poignant... well done! |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Wow this was Awesome! Very well done. The rose on the chair just sticks with me. Very nice! |
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poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
Oh Nan, your words are enticing like a hot fudge sundae on a "no fat" diet !! Eeegads, you sure know how to make a woman feel like she's standing next to a prince with a thick wall in between them.....(sigh) And yeah, I am jealous you got to spend the weekend with him !!! I'm still pulling my hair out that I didn't get my rear in gear and go......I seem to be making many mistakes of late. Story of my life....(sigh again) ------------------ I beckon you to come...I lure you with my tongue... - poet FemmeFatale |
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caroline Senior Member
since 1999-08-16
Posts 1218http://members.xoom.com/belladona123/index.htm |
This entire poem played out in pictures in my mind...awesome. I really enjoy your work. PFF---*LOL* You sound like me, girl..always a day late and a dollar short. (Now don't even go there about my being one beer short of a six-pack either...heheheh) ------------------ The only man worth your tears will never make you cry... |
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MissQ Junior Member
since 1999-09-16
Posts 12Clarksdale, MS 38614 |
I love this one....live just outside of Memphis...caught the title and had to read...really really good !! |
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RainbowGirl Member Elite
since 1999-07-31
Posts 3023United Kingdom |
I'll wait to see what happens here... HUGS ------------------ You give but little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give of yourself that you truly give. |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Femme - I got to spend the weekend with him, too. He's not so hot - I didn't want to sleep with him for even ONE night! lol - He is a pretty terrific guy, though, and I enjoyed meeting him. Michael - This was great! I hope you had a good ride home and got there ahead of schedule. Take care of yourself and get back on that bike! |
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Iloveit Senior Member
since 1999-09-02
Posts 1121NM |
great poem, and toe is right, lots of class, *joins the cheering section* hope the best for you two! |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Chasing dreams is what we do But dreams can oft deceive. How sad the times we cannot tell The truth from make-believe. I wish I had a magic eye To help me fully see The truth for what it really is Instead of fantasy. There is a lesson to be learned. The lesson goes like thus; Keep chasing dreams where they may lead But don't get off the bus. |
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Iloveit Senior Member
since 1999-09-02
Posts 1121NM |
wow 'deer that is profound, makes you think huh? |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Mike....ya gotta admit..you got some great compliments on this one man.....From some great poets.....Even Nan?....I've never gotten anything but negative responses from her.....and I can understand why......but you are good...really good! |
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poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
Oh Balladeer, you're such a sour puss !!! Michael was stopping in Memphis anyway, and we had only briefing spoken of the idea of "what if"....I did not stand this man up, that's for sure !! We had decided not to meet so soon. He's only trying to make me feel "bad", he says..... I may be a fantasy, a dream, but I am not make-believe. I am all woman, sensual & loving..and certainly not crazy enough as to let him get away for good !!!!! Meet me in the back room if you want to duke it out, boy! Appears Floyd didn't beat you up enough, and you're begging for more !!!! ROFLMAO Now, if you'll excuse me....(straightening out skirt & tossing hair!)------------------ I beckon you to come...I lure you with my tongue... - poet FemmeFatale |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
You're absolutely right Toerag, I am actually quite humbled by all the attention this one has drawn (especially considering the calibur of the responding poets) I thank all of you. Oh, and Balladeer, great response but if I had it to do over...well I'd probably be writing another sad poem right about now. Michael [This message has been edited by Michael (edited 09-16-99).] |
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miriam Member
since 1999-08-26
Posts 323glendale,ca. |
I'm about to cry cause i don't have any idea what all of you people are talking about!!! Someone please teach me how to get an ICQ!!!! |
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Denise
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Michael, this is absolutely beautiful! It's one of my favorites, I must say! ------------------ Denise |
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Isis Member Ascendant
since 1999-09-06
Posts 6296Sunny Queensland |
Michael, well done, I absolutely love it.You are not alone in missing out, she did too. Thanks for posting the poem, it was great!! ------------------ Words that enlighten the soul are more precious than jewels. ~Isis~ |
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Christopher
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
A long sigh from this lonely heart. Magnificent Michael... you never know what lay's 'round the next corner though... |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Magnificient. You know how to tell a story! May you be able to present that rose in person some day!  |
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