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Long Silences |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California 
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LONG SILENCES I'm clinging to the words you said, But, truly, I would be lying (As I lie here alone in this bed), If I said I was not dying. You've promised me a love so true, In that, I have no doubt. But another night without word from you Has left me down, if not out. Do you know how much how I miss you? Do you understand this pain? The sun it shines, the sky is blue, But all I see is rain. I wipe the tear from my cheek, But still feel my heart fall. I'm trying to be strong, But God, I'm weak, Are you coming back at all? The phone rings and emotion soars, New hope dares to stand true. Ex's, doctors, solicitors, Yeah, everyone but you. These long silences are killing me, God, I need to hear your voice. Another night alone in misery, Do I really have a choice? ------------------ Michael Anderson And so, being young and dipt in folly I fell in love with melancholy, But dreams - of those who dream as I, Aspiringly, are damned, and die: EAP [This message has been edited by Michael (edited 11-15-1999).] |
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Iloveit Senior Member
since 1999-09-02
Posts 1121NM |
ouch, so beautiful so sad, hang in there fellow poet, I know you hurt  's and hugs |
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RainbowGirl Member Elite
since 1999-07-31
Posts 3023United Kingdom |
Michael: Hang in there sweetheart and know there are many who feel something close to your pain... Big hugs sweetheart ------------------ 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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RSEvans Senior Member
since 1999-10-23
Posts 1147Tulsa, OK, USA |
A tribute to what you feel...I miss her too but obviously not nearly in the same way. Godspeed her return and your mutual happiness, my friend. ------------------ Once I was brilliant, now I no longer shine, but the twinkle in my eye speaks of another time. |
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Tara Simms Senior Member
since 1999-08-12
Posts 1244Honea Path, SC USA |
I understand your pain, Michael. Sometimes I go days without hearing from my love, too. |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Wish my silences had been but days, not years.When you see her face it will be as though she hadn't been gone at all! Have a patient heart. Elizabeth |
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Ohme Senior Member
since 1999-07-17
Posts 816Texas |
Michael, even sad poems can be beautiful. This one is! ------------------ Yesterday is history, tomorrow just a mystery. And if today is good to me how could I ask for more? |
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Marilyn Member Elite
since 1999-09-26
Posts 2621Ontario, Canada |
You always make such sweet music from your misery. Beautifully written Michael. |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
Michael - never fear, it won't be long for you now. Have to agree with Marilyn - sweet music indeed. |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Bravo, Michael. Another well done expression of feeling. |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Michael, I understand exactly where you're coming from on this one. The silence is deafening  |
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Systematic Decay Senior Member
since 1999-09-15
Posts 1301That place with padded walls and funny people in white......... |
I hate the silence, especially the silence in waiting for a call.... Well done, and **hugs** to you... ------------------ Thinking is just what a great many people think they are doing when they are merely rearranging their predjudices. |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Michael, I'm reminded of Rod McKuen's line: 'Come to me in silence' Your sentiments are haunting. ------------------ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com [This message has been edited by Marge Tindal (edited 11-15-1999).] |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Your pain and longing ring loud and clear. Very well written. Hang in there, Michael. ------------------ Denise |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Michael I hope she calls soon or your gonna have us all crying again. Hang in there buddy! Wish I could help! |
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Christopher
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
Thank you my friend... you are one of the few who understands. |
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JesiKa raBBit Junior Member
since 1999-11-11
Posts 11midland Texas USA |
I like this one, it hit home. |
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Pepper Member Elite
since 1999-08-19
Posts 3079Southern Florida |
Your emotions truly played on my heartstrings in this piece Michael..... ------------------ A soul that writes from the heart and shares it, truly gives a gift extraordinaire! |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Your poem is full of honest emtion, expressed so well. Time is such a traitor sometimes. It pulls waiting into what seems like infinity and then you wonder, why can't the good times go slow. Hang in there. |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
Full of feelings. Very sad, yet very beautiful. |
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Michael
Moderator
Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
I wish to say thank you to each and all of you. This show of support is wonderful. I am blessed to have friends such as you all. Hopefully, Femme will be back in the next few days. I will try not to drown you all in my sorrows till then..hehe. Thanks again, michael |
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poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
** Sigh ** I just got back home...everyone knew I would be gone quite some time, to sort through my heart....I am here. I just wish someone would believe in me when I'm away....  Beautiful poem, but yes, ouch...as someone else had said.------------------ ~~ Lift your head high - spread your "words" and fly - - poetFemmeFatale |
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