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Skyfyre Senior Member
since 1999-08-15
Posts 1906Sitting in Michael's Lap 
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I walk in quiet contemplation, lone but for the sound Of steps that whisper trepidation on uncertain ground – The path they tread is lush and sweet, such unfamiliar scene – How shall I tempt these graveled feet to trust the tender green? Might these, so cautiously attired in calloused cloth of doubt, Become by breath of hope inspired to dare a step without Such bitter finery as this? Does habit so compel The way that it should turn from bliss to carve a course in Hell? By Fate's malignance cruelly shod, and made to suffer long, But must the steps unending plod their way to sorrow's song? Might not a brighter ballad steal the breath from torment's horn, And with resounding voice reveal a rapture newly-born? What joy by jeweled blooms assured, that hail the gentle morn! And yet, a curse so long endured is not so soon forsworn -- While logic's voice would surely deem salvation here revealed, These leery feet can only dream the dance in flowered field. Full fathom five thy father lies, Of his bones are coral made, Those are pearls that were his eyes; Nothing of him that doth fade But doth suffer a sea-change Into something rich and strange... --William Shakespeare, from The Tempest |
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Temptress
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-06-15
Posts 7136Mobile, AL |
Geesh..I wish I could write like this! Excellent as usual. Its been too long since I've read any of your work. Nothing can deter a poet, for he is actuated by pure love. Who can predict his comings and goings? "Thoreau" |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Wow! Wonderful writing! |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
You have never disappointed me in your writing, my dear. This is perfection.... you are a poet in every sense of the word. You should submit your work!!!  |
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Mike Member Elite
since 1999-06-19
Posts 2462 |
Excellent poetry. |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
Yes, I agree, been too long since we've seen your work. Wonderful, complex and haunting piece. Corinne |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
publish this! fine work! |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Kess~ You write compelling poetry ... compelling to be read ... compelling the enjoyment. Enjoyed your step onto the 'tender green' hope the 'dance in flowered field' is the waltz of your dreams. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
I understand walking with trepidation, especially in such an unfamiliar realm of emotion. I understand doubt and uncertainty equally as well. You're writing always intrigues me not just in the perfection of form but by the depth of emotion that flows in every line. This is a remarkable piece, dear. I have read it over a few times, now, and am compelled to read it yet again. It is o.k. to dream, though, especially if given the chance to "dream awake". Such chances are few and far between.  Michael |
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