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In Everything I Know
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In Everything I Know |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California 
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IN EVERYTHING I KNOW I know she only wears Obsession, No other perfume will do. Purely a woman of discretion, She anchors to what's true. I've seen her sit shy and quiet, And I've seen her come alive. Just by hearing Ricky Martin Or Lou Vega's Mambo 5. Her eyes deep brown, her hair worn long, Even longer still, her dreams. Yeah I know this woman inside out, But I've overlooked one thing it seems. I don't know what it takes to hold her love. She loves dressing casual, Shorts and a T-shirt will do. I know she loves the ocean, Salty Margaritas too. She isn't much for cold weather, She loves to soak in the sun. A quiet girl from Arkansas, But she knows how to have fun. She likes playing the piano, She's written a song or two. A true artist, she loves to paint, But the pictures incomplete, it's true. I don't know what it takes to hold her love. And I don't know the words That'll open up her heart. I don't know how to win the love She gave me from the start. My pen has lost it's power, And it knocks me to the floor. Cause nothing I do will make her say "I love you", anymore. In everything I know about her, In everything I've held so dear. In everything that we once shared, I've overlooked one thing I fear. I don't know what it takes to hold her love. Michael Anderson [This message has been edited by Michael (edited 02-17-2000).] |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Nicely done Michael.....if things are meant to be...they will be......you take care and remember old Toe....will ya?....... |
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poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
Okay...(taking big deep breath) Here I go, attempting to reply to this beautiful poem...How very nice - you remember so many of the fine details. All you listed is true. I wish I had the answer to your question for you. Maybe I will ponder these things, and write it in a poem, for at this point, I'm not sure myself. I think that will be my homework for tonight. As I have wondered the same thing...."What does it take to hold my love?" I'll get back to you on that... |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
This reminds me of the saying that if you love something, you must set it free... if it comes back, it's yours forever... if it doesn't, all the attempts in the world to hold it will never make it yours. Great poem, Michael. |
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Marilyn Member Elite
since 1999-09-26
Posts 2621Ontario, Canada |
suthern has wise words there. True love will come back to you if you let it go. We must not put too many expectations on love. This is the most difficult thing in the world to do but it will be the most rewarding when that love is returned. Fear is the greatest foe of love. Time, patience, caring and a gentle hand are the only things that can tame that beast. Much luck to you, friend.  |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
Lovely words there Michael.  |
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SEA 
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
Michael, I don't know how you do it, but I tell ya, if I were single, I'd be knockin at your door!  I can't resist a romantic man. Beautiful poem. I hope you two work this out. I am fast becoming a cheerleader for the two of you! -SEA |
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ill_tactics Member
since 2000-02-11
Posts 149 |
michael michael michael, why must you know my heart. I love your poems, they relflect the love of my previous boyfriend. But the words I love you, never came from his mouth ever again. Love does hurt, but what is life without it. One of lifes many questionable feelings. Once again, a nicely written poem, by a nice person. Much love, One love, PEACE |
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Meadowmuse Member Elite
since 1999-12-27
Posts 3263 |
I couldn't turn away from reading this once I began, but it gave me that ache in my heart that's just so familiar. Your writing is superb, and I'm sorry you're having to hurt like this. Praying for a healing breath to enter you soon. Claire |
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January Flowers Member
since 2000-02-01
Posts 209South Carolina |
Ouch! I can understand your feelings completely in this. Sad, but easily do you convey the disappointment in not knowing how to hold her love. Sigh. No, really big sigh. "My pen has lost it's power and it knocks me to the floor. Cause nothing I do will make her say "I love you" anymore." Wow, Michael. You have a way of conveying precisely what you feel. I feel like I've been a party to this myself. Sigh, again. |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Beautiful poem Michael. Love is not a thing to hold. To capture it is to change it. Just by two bit philosophy. |
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Deb Lynne Member
since 1999-08-19
Posts 180Where blue skies meet blue ocean |
If you love something Set it free If it comes to you It's yours If it doesn't It never was..... Very beautiful, Michael |
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devina Member Elite
since 1999-10-28
Posts 3539Cali |
I feel as if I've seen inside her heart as well as you with this one Michael...may you find the answer soon m'friend!!! Open arms can be the most fragile in the world... |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
This is so beautiful and touching, Michael. Very lovely. Denise |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Michael~ Love is to be given. Praise be if you're fortunate enough to receive it in return. But, remember to cherish all those beautiful thoughts that you've penned. How do you hold her love? Gently and deeply inside your heart. Much love and compassion to both of you. Believe that it will happen if it is meant to be. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Michael this was precious! It is so hard, I imagine for the both of you! You two were so happy and excited, and when you return, oh man. If love is true, it will overcome the problem! For God is love, and that is the most powerful thing in the universe! LOVE <*\\\>< There's only two ways you can go... One way you can save your riches, And the other will save your soul. Rich Mullins |
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mm New Member
since 2000-02-16
Posts 8 |
VERY TOUCHING .... IT BROUGHT TEARS TO MY EYES....I KNOW YOU FEEL LIKE WOUNDED PUPPY....BUT AS THE DAYS GO BY BY YOU WILL GET STRONGER.... PLSE DONOT GIVE UP...IF ITS TRUE LOVE...IT WILL SURVIVE... BEST OF LUCK |
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Cerenity Member Elite
since 2000-02-16
Posts 2637Escondido-California |
Micheal, I have to say your poem reminds me of my relationship right know. I don't have any answer for you or myself, maybe showing her all of these wonderful replys from your friends. Patience is a hard one to do but some times the only thing that can be done. Hope you find your answers. Cerenity |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Michael such a lovely poem full of admiration for the one you have chosen to love and I think that is the answer to your question. My best wishes to you. James |
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Lost Dreamer Member Elite
since 1999-06-20
Posts 2464Somewhere near the Rainbow |
Michael, I saw a glimse of healing, and reaching another level in this poem. I could be wrong, yet Ihope I'm not for I pray for you each day. It's a beautiful poem and I think you may have even reached her with it. |
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CMGrimm Senior Member
since 2000-02-14
Posts 685USA |
Micheal, I can't tell you how many times I've asked myself that very same question..."What can I do?" "But in truth, there is nothing except to show her.. in every way that I know how I must show her. If there ever was a time and place it is now I can't wait until tomorrow or next week I must go to her now and show her." (From a play that I wrote called "^Angel^~says:") Now how that is done, I can't tell you...but remember my/OUR prayers are with you Micheal. Always. Chris Never be a carbon copy of anybody...make your own impressions. - ANON. |
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Michael
Moderator
Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Just want to say thank you to everyone for all the replies - the advice - & the prayers. I think I'll lie quietly for a few days now and heed some of that advice. I'll see you all again sometime Monday probably. Michael |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Michael - Your work is always exceptional - You know I'll be here, and I'm sending some more hugs your way ...  |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
Michael. . . why don't you know? You did before didn't you? Or did you? I'm sorry. . . I guess this just makes me very sad. . . heart broken. . . --------------------------------------------- That which gives light must endure burning --Victor Frankl |
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