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Skyfyre Senior Member
since 1999-08-15
Posts 1906Sitting in Michael's Lap 
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"Two parts of one," we always said, when any wondered What magic held us close in love so many seasons; No end to me, nor start to you – no sooner sundered From you than I would be from breath – no better reasons Than love and hoping fueled our fire, in ample measure: But wealth of kings could not proffer a richer treasure. My dearest friend, who held my secrets in his keeping, Who knew the wounds that haunted still this tangled spirit; Who whispered an "I love you" when he thought me sleeping Each night for sixty years – and each, I smiled to hear it – While others seemed to grow apart while growing older, My favorite place to rest my cheek was still your shoulder. We were the force unstoppable, the flame undying; Though demons danced and angels fell, still we persisted: And threats of failure never held us back from trying – We met the challenge hand-in-hand, and double-fisted. From disappointment and defeat emerging stronger, For such would just postpone success a little longer. The children came as children will, with wonder brimming -- Infusing every soul they touched with life and laughter – We watched them as they grew, our fire never dimming, And taught them to believe in 'happy ever after.' We spun the twofold thread not even Fate could sever, And wove it through the tapestry that spans forever. But Time is an unyielding foe, a brooding cancer, Who weights with age the youthful legs which once were agile; And knows the way to steal the dancing from the dancer: The twofold skein, reduced to one, is doubly fragile. Where Fate had faltered, Death prevailed, with chilling fingers: But though your hand is gone from mine, your vision lingers. Now every breath awaits the shade who stole the living From out my life; who claimed the essence of my dreaming –- Pernicious Time has proved a victor unforgiving, Who dulled the eyes which once with love for you were gleaming -- Yet though your flame has cooled to ash, and mine to embers, You'll burn forever in my soul: the heart remembers. < !signature--> YOUR LIFE IS A TEST It is only a test ... If this were your Actual Life, you would have been given better instructions! [This message has been edited by Skyfyre (edited 07-02-2000).] |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Stunning! This poem is deeply touching and tender....and beautifully done! |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
perfect my poetic princess...PERFECT!!! thank you, there could not be a book with out something from you  this is amazingly beautiful in its emotions and vocabulary take care jm What the caterpillar calls the end ... The world calls a butterfly ~LaoTzeTao~ ~Butterflies are meant to be free~ |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
Oh Kess, this is simply gorgeous, a beautiful piece. voting!  Yes, I am here, but I am dead, not alive, my body goes on, my spirit has died, and I though alive, feel dead inside. "Rose Petal" |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Brilliant language and execution, Kess. Vote here... |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Kess~ Perfection ! 'We spun the twofold thread not even Fate could sever, And wove it through the tapestry that spans forever' ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Kess, I am so glad to read this..not just because it's magnificent..but because now I can vote for it!!  |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
Kess, this is truly one of your finest. . . I remember it well. . . Superb!! --------------------------------------------------- That which gives light must endure burning --Victor Frankl |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
beautiful as always, Skyfyre, have been looking for you....and by the way, you think I could borrow your pen sometime? (must be the pen...serenity exits mumbling...) |
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Christopher
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
Oh, sigh, yawn, I guess this will do! Kess, you know I love this! "the heart remembers..." indeed! |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
Wow... truly - that wow says it... voted! K |
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Skyfyre Senior Member
since 1999-08-15
Posts 1906Sitting in Michael's Lap |
Thank you all kindly and sincerely ... this piece means a lot to me, as it was written for my grandparents ... Hugs all, --Kess YOUR LIFE IS A TEST It is only a test ... If this were your Actual Life, you would have been given better instructions! |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Kess, This poem nearly made me cry the first time I read it. Reading it now and knowing the story behind it has done just that. This poem sweeps you away to a love most people only dream of sharing - one that outlasts even Death and Time. Beautifully rendered, my Sweet, and an excellent choice for submission me thinks. Michael |
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Nicole Senior Member
since 1999-06-23
Posts 1835Florida |
*Doing my happy vote dance* This just must be in the book.. |
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Fred Hobbs Member
since 1999-06-08
Posts 329Tallahassee, Florida, US |
Beautiful work Skyfyre. I have voted for it but then. . . I vote for a BOOK of your poems. fh |
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Not A Poet Member Elite
since 1999-11-03
Posts 3885Oklahoma, USA |
Goodness Kess, Fred's right, w need a whole book of your poetry. Not only is this a beautiful poem but your chosen rhyme scheme looks to me like an insurmountable challenge. But as is your style, you handled it not only flawlessly but beautifully as well. Thanks for a great read, Pete |
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Danny Holloway Member Elite
since 2000-01-15
Posts 2034Tulsa, OK |
There are a handfull of poets in Passions whose writing is just amazing! To me, you have always been one of those poets. What book would be complete without your unique and wonderful writing? My humble vote is an honor! A life isn't significant except for its impact on other lives. |
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X Angel Senior Member
since 1999-11-07
Posts 1521Oregon |
What an amazing poem, what an amazing love. WOW! I am really at a loss for a proper response at the moment. This really touched my heart. ~Heather |
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BSC
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Member Elite
since 2000-02-04
Posts 2919New York, USA |
Skyfyre - What a magnificent piece of poetry. This is simply outstanding. Bonnie |
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