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Winds of Change
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Winds of Change |
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TerryW Senior Member
since 2000-03-23
Posts 779Louisville, Mississippi, USA 
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Winds of Change Icy North winds blow across my barren soul Where once was a warm, Southern breeze; But the light begins to fade away, And in the darkness my heart does freeze. I had such joy; my spirits soared, I flew higher every single day, But now my happiness has gone, And a growing sadness takes its place. I remember the day you came into my life Riding the currents of a gentle Zephyr, And your warmth melted cold discontent away; I thought you would stay here forever. For a while, you sat and spoke to me Sharing stories from across the seas; Now when I think on those great times we shared It brings my soul to tears. Once more I find myself alone, Watching day fade into darkening night, As loneliness and desolation threaten to overtake me; I don't know if I have the strength left to fight. And the night is upon me, For the day is now gone. Can I survive these Winds of Change If I face them alone? ~you reached inside, you touched my heart, and I am all the better for it~ Terry A. Woodson, Jr. |
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Butterflies_dont_cry Member Elite
since 2000-03-06
Posts 3733Michigan |
Oh sweet friend......this is so sad, you shall never be alone, your heart is to pure and loving to be alone. You dove deeply for this piece and it's beauty shines through the tears. Wonderful writing Terry ((hugs)) May the wind blow you a smile and a rainbow~ |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
I remember the day you came into my life Riding the currents of a gentle Zephyr, And your warmth melted cold discontent away; I thought you would stay here forever. For a while, you sat and spoke to me Sharing stories from across the seas; Now when I think on those great times we shared It brings my soul to tears. Once more I find myself alone, Watching day fade into darkening night, As loneliness and desolation threaten to overtake me; I don't know if I have the strength left to fight. And the night is upon me, For the day is now gone. Can I survive these Winds of Change If I face them alone? Beautiful sentiments...and I have to agree with Bdc on this one...you pulled this out from the deepest depths of your heart and soul and brought it to us riding a wave of purity. Well done and you are never alone as long as you have your pen and your heart with you and can reach out and touch us like you have today. |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
Excellent piece from the depths of your heart... truly lovely... sad but well written... take care terry, regards, sudhir |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Terry I think this is the first sad poem by you I recall seeing, powerful emotions and imagery... you have some very cool and unique images and lines as well. Take heart my poet friend... those same winds will carry you back to safe harbors. take care sweet-poet jm There are places inside our souls - that have never been touched. There are places inside our hearts - that need to be loved this much. ~jm~ |
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TerryW Senior Member
since 2000-03-23
Posts 779Louisville, Mississippi, USA |
Butterflies~ My dear friend, thank you. I can't put into words just how much what you said meant to me. I feel that smile coming on, and if this gentle breeze keeps blowing, then I think my rainbow is just over the horizon.  Love Ya~ Mark~ Thank you, my friend. You are right; I always feel better once I empty my soul to paper and share it with all of you. Sudhir~ Thank you for your kind words, my friend. JanetMarie~ Thank you, my sweet friend. I know that safe harbor is close by, sometimes I just lose sight of it. But friends like you all help light the way, and the winds will calm down soon...... Love Ya~ ~you reached inside, you touched my heart, and I am all the better for it~ Terry A. Woodson, Jr. |
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brian madden Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 4374ireland |
Once more I find myself alone, Watching day fade into darkening night, As loneliness and desolation threaten to overtake me; I don't know if I have the strength left to fight. And the night is upon me, For the day is now gone. Can I survive these Winds of Change If I face them alone? Terry I can relate to these feelings, very well written. Take care and thanks for sharing. "I am melancholy, flower cutting through stone" manic street preachers |
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TerryW Senior Member
since 2000-03-23
Posts 779Louisville, Mississippi, USA |
Brian~ Thank you for your kind reply. I'm glad you liked it. And it is good to know that you aren't alone in these feelings. Thank You~ ~you reached inside, you touched my heart, and I am all the better for it~ Terry A. Woodson, Jr. |
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Meadowmuse Member Elite
since 1999-12-27
Posts 3263 |
Terry, despair is sometimes difficult to express adequately, because it rarely "sounds" as awful as it "feels." You have brought the feeling to this reader. Thank you for such acknowledging, emotive verse. ~ Claire Could a greater miracle take place than for us to look through each other's eyes for an instant?......Henry David Thoreau |
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TerryW Senior Member
since 2000-03-23
Posts 779Louisville, Mississippi, USA |
Claire~ Thank you so much, my dear friend. The true purpose of poetry is to share your emotions in such a way that others can not only read about them, but feel them as well. I am honored that you think I have accomplished that. Thank you so much. Love Ya~ ~you reached inside, you touched my heart, and I am all the better for it~ Terry A. Woodson, Jr. |
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Marina Member Elite
since 2000-02-10
Posts 2245Pickering, Ontario |
You didn't think I could read this and not post to it did you?? LOl I agree this Jm. This is the saddest poem I have known you to write. Which would only prove that you are able to express yourself with a pen of happiness or otherwise. A sign of an excellent poet, I think. Hugs, Marina It is a blessing to have wings for words, and passion in pen Marina Crossley |
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juliet_2u Senior Member
since 2000-07-23
Posts 1125North Carolina |
Terry, this is so tender. How wonderful to write something that can bring us so many emotions to your readers. Thank you for the gift of this. Juls |
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Paula Finn Member Ascendant
since 2000-06-17
Posts 5546missouri |
This just makes me ache clear to my soul...I dont have the eloquent words of the others but this just hurts... never say never |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
TerryW~ Hello there, sweetie ! May some of the joy that you spread to others reflect upon your heart and bask you in friendship and love. Great big *HUGS* Love ya' ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Marina Member Elite
since 2000-02-10
Posts 2245Pickering, Ontario |
BTT.......one of your best Terry! Marina It is a blessing to have wings for words, and passion in pen Marina Crossley |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
Sad, touching, beautiful. Thanks for sharing. jwesley |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
A beautiful verse that moved me to sadness. So delicate and tender are your words, just lovely Terry! Best wishes and hugs, /Kit |
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Jenn E Senior Member
since 2000-08-02
Posts 589Kelowna, BC, Canada |
One can not often express all they feel but I feel everything you wrote here. Your sadness came over me and through me and left me filled with hope for you as you have taken the first step in your hearts repair, Writing this. So tender and true, hiding nothing. Perfect write of raw emotion here. Thank you for this. Jenn E |
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