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DreamEvil
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since 1999-06-22

Posts 2396

0 posted 1999-07-20 11:19 AM

I don't mean enough
to anyone it seems,
for them to think
of my fears and dreams.

Why must I always
be the considerate one,
the sole font
of care and compassion?

Why must I relive
old, embittered, scars,
that come at me
like onrushing cars?

Why are my nerves
so completely raw,
that when hurt,
I fight
tooth and claw?

Why am I
the only one
to soothe the soul,
when no one is there
to make ME whole?

If the only reason I'm needed,
is to listen,
then
in some fashion,
my life is a prison.

There is just myself
left holding the key,
to both this existence,
and my sanity.

Is writing this verse
the only purpose,
the only part of me,
or just the surface?

Life was simpler,
before I learned to care,
now that I do,
a day without pain,
is rare.

Rhyming couplets
seem to suit my mood,
as I stew in my juices,
ponder and brood.

To no longer care,
is the easiest answer,
but then,
dear God,
how would I romance her?

In defiance of the pain,
rage, and spite,
I find
that
I look forward
to the night.

For it brings with it
the prize I desire,
my Lady by my side,
is all that I require.

©1999 DreamEvil

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Shall I indulge in flights of fancy hampered by clipped wings?
DreamEvil©

Sunshine

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since 1999-06-25

Posts 63354
Listening to every heart

1 posted 1999-07-20 11:29 AM

I like this one, Dream. Hardly "just the surface".

You remind me of a dear friend from long ago.
Our paths crossed deeply, see, but we were not meant to be.
You recall to my mind my love for him.
He touched my soul, and I had to let go.
I doubt that you are he, but your words I was meant to see.

The tangent you are taking in your writings are wings to my spirit. Thank you.

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Sunshine
Words will always express our feelings true. ~~~ KRJ
Look, then, into thine heart, and write ~~~ Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Gentle Soul
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since 1999-07-12

Posts 273
Vinton,Ohio USA

2 posted 1999-07-20 02:59 PM

I like it Dream... *hug*

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Alwye

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since 1999-06-16

Posts 3850
In the space between moments

3 posted 1999-07-20 03:31 PM

This really struck me..parts of it really hit home for me. Thank you for another good piece.

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..And down from the eternal heavens comes fate's jewelled fingertips, it's magic flowing into awaiting souls..--Krista Knutson

*Krista Knutson*

Dragon
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since 1999-07-14

Posts 138
Highmount,NY ,USA

4 posted 1999-07-20 04:18 PM

This Dragon's head is at your feet.How can I serve you Master? I like it.

Saxoness

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since 1999-07-18

Posts 1102
Texas

5 posted 1999-07-20 04:27 PM

I am here for you........any time you need me. An aching soul can sometimes be beautiful.

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"Glory remains unaware of my neglected dwelling where alone
I sing my tearful song which has charms only for me."

-Charles Brugnot

Andrew Scott
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since 1999-06-24

Posts 2558
Redlands,CA,USA

6 posted 1999-07-20 04:49 PM

Well done, Dream... Well done. The path to a woman's heart is through her ears. I hope she takes the time to listen.

Balladeer

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since 1999-06-05

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Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA

7 posted 1999-07-20 05:34 PM

When you care, you are handing her the greatest weapon in the world. If she doesn't use it against you, she's the one.

elvira
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since 1999-07-06

Posts 936
California

8 posted 1999-07-20 06:11 PM

don't forget to take care of yourself, Dream

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one night at the airport...Childhood Memories...eight short weeks...your countenance...hoarse whispers...My One and Only...Tribute to M.J... serving wench...the mistress...stolen hours ...devotion...Master...apart...

~one voice~
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since 1999-07-08

Posts 664
Billings, MT USA

9 posted 1999-07-20 07:26 PM

My dear, sweet, Dream....what do I say? You have captured my heart and soul in every way...I love your words, I love your rhymes...and I love you more today than I did yesterday...

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~onevoice~

"I never kissed somebody so that they would break my heart."

DreamEvil
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since 1999-06-22

Posts 2396

10 posted 1999-07-20 09:24 PM

My God! I never expected this response. Especially from some of the poets I admire most. Humbling yet again. Thank you.

Poet deVine

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Hurricane Alley

11 posted 1999-07-20 09:41 PM

Lovely, sir. Just lovely. You put a lot of pain and naked isolation in this one. I'm proud of you!

DreamEvil
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since 1999-06-22

Posts 2396

12 posted 1999-07-21 03:22 AM

Thank you, Lady deVine. I'm humbled by your praise. I know I use it too often, it's just such an apt phrase.

Starfish
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since 1999-07-20

Posts 34
New Zealand

13 posted 1999-07-21 07:30 AM

I like it. Pain is so well captured in your verse,you write well.

sea_of_okc
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since 1999-06-15

Posts 568
Oklahoma City, OK, USA

14 posted 1999-07-21 09:30 AM

Excellent poem dream. We are all vulnerable to those whom we care most about, but what kind of life would we have if we never risked truly caring or loving another? You captured the pain and risk of pain well...

DreamEvil
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since 1999-06-22

Posts 2396

15 posted 1999-07-21 10:12 AM

My gratitude to you both.

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