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Nan
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since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA 
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By happenstance musings entwine In juvenescent day. A meld of minds yielding combine Of staid and impish way. Ensuing years directions verge, Yet visions' focus sound. Thence come about in tidings merge Seas drink of life's abound. Next generation's kin to pledge Sodality in pact. Parturient of others' fledge In nonage seasons past. From Heights whence unsung souls were bore In friendship's staunch avow, Like Cobblestones from paths of yore, Enduring bonds endow.  ~~ For Cobb - my colleague and dear friend of 35 years~~ [This message has been edited by Nan (edited 03-30-2000).] |
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Rus Bowden Member
since 2000-01-13
Posts 139 |
Hi Nan, This is my first poem of yours, so I do not know if you chose the form and language purposely to have this maturing/youthful effect to harken the bonds and days in the past. But it works beautifully, form and language fitting muse. Such a lovely poem with a love of nuance in language and love of life. Well accomplished, IMO. Just an afterthought note, the mood this has put me in is one of looking at what's important in my life. Rus P.S. I love a poem that sends me to the dictionary  |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Indeed, what a "soothing" read this was. A pleasurable flow and mystical essance. You've got a real good one here, Nan. Michael |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
I agree with you Rus! This poem had the same effect on me! Well done, Nan! Denise And slight is the sting of his trouble Whose winnings are less than his worth; For he who is honest is noble, Whatever his fortunes or birth.~~~Alice Cary, ~Nobility~ |
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Martie
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since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
What a way you have with words--the sound alone is mesmerizing. Wonderful poem! |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Nan- Interesting piece. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Paul Hoekman Member
since 1999-12-28
Posts 382Harwinton Ct. U>S>A> |
From only the deepest of souls could such a glorious poem abound. |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Nan, A wonderful poem although, The winds sweep fair the cobblestones. But I doubt the young hear old bemoans. *L* Sy |
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Skyfyre Senior Member
since 1999-08-15
Posts 1906Sitting in Michael's Lap |
"Seas drink of life's abound" Only six syllables, but an ocean of meaning locked in there (if you'll pardon the pun). I agree with Michael -- this floated like a song. What a warm tribute. --Kess You cannot choose the way of your death, but the path you choose will determine its own end. |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Back to writing, Nan? Thank God! Excellent, as always  |
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HelmutB Senior Member
since 2000-01-06
Posts 964Canada |
Words I never heard nor seen Yet the message is so clear I have to agree with all above You write so well and flowing Well done Ps: And I have learned something too The ability to describe life with words is similar to painting a picture; both can be powerful tools. |
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Nan
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since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Thank you my friends - This was really fun to write. I was visiting Cobb's classroom the other day, and I was inspired not only by the fact that he loves poetry, but also by the endless memories I share with him. He got me into an awfully lot of mischief (never mind)...  He's also one of those friends who doesn't notice when years have passed since that last capricious excursion... It could have easily been just a few days... Interestingly enough, our daughters are now best friends... and that lighthouse is located between Falmouth Heights and Wood's Hole - the "old stomping ground," so to speak... [This message has been edited by Nan (edited 01-16-2000).] |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
What a lovely poem, Very warming Excellent writing Liz |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
the romance of the past, beautifully captured, Nan! Corinne |
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Mike Member Elite
since 1999-06-19
Posts 2462 |
Your sagacity may preclude us less erudite to feel your poetry passes the perspicious test, however, there is no doubt of your sapience and profundity. (but what the heck, even Kansans can see this is great poetry) [This message has been edited by Mike (edited 01-16-2000).] |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Hey Mike.... Whatchu talkin'bout???..  |
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