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Nicole
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0 posted 2000-04-30 12:10 PM


I am simplicity…
in measured depths of complexity
I wonder why we are all here

I hear my past haunting me
through gauzy veils of eternity
I see a tender – falling tear

I want to love sincerely
I am simplicity…
in measured depths of complexity

I pretend life doesn’t scare me
tho’ it petrifies the core of me
I feel it spinning out of control

I touch my future warily
in dreams of what I want to be
I worry about my family goals

I cry tears imaginary
I am simplicity…
in measured depths of complexity

I understand seasons changing
ever constant rearranging
I say what’s on my mind

I dream it’s him I’m holding
within my weary arms enfolding
I try to be honest and kind

I hope for forever – endearing
I am simplicity…
in measured depths of complexity



 May I never be too busy to help another's load,
Then I'll be drinking from the saucer 'cause my cup has overflowed.

--Author Unknown

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Poet deVine
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Hurricane Alley
1 posted 2000-04-30 12:14 PM


You have met this challenge and then some! It's nice to meet you...after all this time....I hope you find that which you seek...    
Michael
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2 posted 2000-04-30 12:19 PM


Nicole, you are amazing.  The first line is so "YOU"...  and the rest of the poem compliments beautifully.  I love the way you integrated the rhyme here.  Challenge well met, Indeed, my dear.


Michael

doreen peri
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3 posted 2000-04-30 01:01 PM


Well done, Satiate. I particularly enjoyed the meter and the stanza break pattern you chose. oh... and now we know who you are, huh? LOL.. you have met this challenge well.
Sven
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4 posted 2000-04-30 01:41 PM


This is beautiful. . . I really like the first line. . . and this one: "I dream it’s him I’m holding within my weary arms enfolding"  I feel that we all dream that. . .

Challenge well met my friend. . .

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 That which gives light must endure burning
--Victor Frankl


Alicat
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5 posted 2000-04-30 02:19 PM


An enigma and paradox you are, my friend, simple and complex.  I know we've had our rough spots, and we have a knack for working each other's nerves, but I still, and always will, consider you a friend.

Thank you for answering this challenge in such a skillful manner.  Wonderful job.  


Alicat

ESP
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Floating gently on a cloud....
6 posted 2000-04-30 02:48 PM


"I am simplicity...
in measured depths of complexity."

WOW!! Thank you for the look within you, I found it fascinating and beautiful!

Love and hugs,
Lizzie


 "Poetry is the true expression of my soul, it is my ultimate means of communication. It is my rainbow of delight."

Jeffrey Carter
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7 posted 2000-04-30 02:58 PM


WOW! You definitely looked deep inside your soul for this. I love it.

All my love,
Jeffrey

 I lie awake in a world filled with dreams,
but dreams can be so real when you don't know you're asleep

Janet Marie
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since 2000-01-22
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8 posted 2000-04-30 03:04 PM


I am simplicity…
in measured depths of complexity
I wonder why we are all here

I hear my past haunting me
through gauzy veils of eternity
I see a tender – falling tear

I want to love sincerely
I am simplicity…
in measured depths of complexity

I pretend life doesn’t scare me
tho’ it petrifies the core of me
I feel it spinning out of control
------------------
this is so perfect...
I love the honesty and fragileness of it.
something that I find in all your poetry.
beautiful work here.


 ~as always, Take Care,JM~
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I know it's been a long road
To get these towns behind me and I
Will gladly reap what we may sow--
I am there for you ...
and you're there for me ...
Are you waiting for
Heart in hand
Woman and man
See me where I stand I am
Heart
Heart in hand
~vertical horizon~


netswan
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since 2000-03-28
Posts 1369
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9 posted 2000-04-30 05:46 PM


Hi Satiate! Great to meet you.
Challenge well met ----and then some.
This is beautifully written


netswan

kaile
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10 posted 2000-07-05 07:03 AM


I am simplicity...
in measured depths of complexity

this just about sums up your poem

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