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This Poet Called Me |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989
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If you want a glimpse into my soul, read the words that I write. See what's going on inside of my head, through every day and each night. When you have finished reading my words, tell me- what is it that you see? Do you see the meaning behind the words of the poet that lies within me? Have you seen inside of my heart, shared my struggles, and fears? Have you silently wept with me as my words have shown you my tears? If you have ever read my words Did I make you see? Did you see this person I am- this poet that I call me? On the wings of words our spirits fly, and our souls are free. |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
This is wonderful. Can we really see who a person is by the verse they write? The words they use? Can we know who they are? Trust them? Love them? You're poem evokes many feelings and raises many questions and that's what poetry does. I do see a bit of you - maybe not all yet, but a bit.  |
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Marina Member Elite
since 2000-02-10
Posts 2245Pickering, Ontario |
I completely agree with Sharon here. A wonderful write!  Marina It is a blessing to have wings for words, and passion in pen Marina Crossley |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
PDV, Marina, thanks so much. I think when one reads a poets words after a while they start to see a bit about the person who is writing them. You learn a bit about their feelings, their lives, their hearts. You see little glimpses into that person. Thanks again. On the wings of words our spirits fly, and our souls are free. |
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EagleOne Member Elite
since 2000-03-07
Posts 2829Between a laugh and a tear... |
I like the way you ponder these questions, I think you have it right when you say we see glimpses! Well done! "The heart and soul have no illusion of boundries when friendship is the quest" ~ My Angel. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
A true artist/poet spreads wit, cheer, sagacious advice, mixed with that part of the soul from whose pen has been dipped into his/her own blood, the love of writing is just that... for all to see... Karilea If I whisper, will you listen?... I would rather be silent and write, than speak loudly and be bound. KRJ |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Eagle One, thank you sir, and yes, I do truly think we see these lttle glimpses of people. Sunshine, so right you are. As poets/artists we share more of ourselves with the world than we might even realize at times. Thanks for stopping in sweet lady. *s* On the wings of words our spirits fly, and our souls are free. |
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LoveBug
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Member Elite
since 2000-01-08
Posts 4697 |
It is amazing how you can see into the heart and soul of the poet by reading their pieces. Most of the people here have never met, but we know each other just as well as the people in our "real lives" (if not better). Poetry is how we know each other, and how we get to know ourselves. You describe it well. "Where there is great love there are always miracles" -Cather "Love heals everything, and love is all there is"- Zukav |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
GS, this is wonderful. . . shows exactly what I've always said. . . you want to know someone? Read their words. . . Excellent. . . -------------------------------------------------------- That which gives light must endure burning --Victor Frankl |
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Rosebud1229 Senior Member
since 2000-04-05
Posts 1813North Carolina |
Gentle Spirit, this was a very lovely poem, you may not see all but over time I do believe you really can get to know a person through their poetry, wonderful write. |
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Lone Wolf Member Ascendant
since 2000-03-16
Posts 5842Lansing, MI USA |
Gentle Spirit, Very well said. This is true for those who are brave enough to write from their heart . . . no matter the cost . . . LW Poetry should surprise by fine excess...it should strike the reader as a wording of his own highest thoughts and appear almost a remembrance. -J.Keats |
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Poeminister Senior Member
since 2000-02-26
Posts 1862Regina SK; Canada |
Beautiful poem. I've always said poetry for me tis my heart's philosophy that i share with others and indeed I think truley our identities may be more discerned sometimes in poetry than in the way we present ourselves in our real lives, there's oft tension in real life, much freedom in poetry. Enjoyed this poem much. take care, Poeminister "...no single sound too rude upon thy slumber shall intrude, Our thoughts, our souls- O God above! In every deed shall mingle, love." -Poe |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Ah, it is early morning as I read your beautiful replies and have not alot of time to answer each this new day, but thank you all so much for the kindness of your words. Take care. ~D~ |
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Professor Gloom Member Elite
since 2000-07-23
Posts 3082of Depression |
To know the meaning of a gentle spirit, Read the emotions on each line, Lightly placed and softly fit, Read what is on the heart and mind. Gloom |
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inot2B Member Elite
since 2000-09-18
Posts 2205Arkansas |
You maybe able to cover up our feelings in your smile and voice, but not in your poem. The words you pen show your heart and how you love your fellow man. Yes we see more in written words than in spoken ones. |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Given enough time and enough works of a poet, I think we all begin to uncover a touch of each poet, but we also know hopefully that only with real contact can we really begin to find the depth of a person. Your verse leaves much to think about and it was exquisitely penned from your wonderful talent and muse. Loved not only the way this one flowed but the depth and meaning behind it. Please don't ever stop writing for us. |
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BloomingRose Member Elite
since 2000-08-09
Posts 3092Florida |
The words are a poets heart. Nicely written! Deb |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Gloom, geez......I don't know what to say, thank you for such a lovely verse.....I am truly overwhelmed at this. Thank you. inot, agreed, one can not hide the feelings when written in verse. Thank you so much. *s* Mark, again, thank you for such kindness in the words you leave. I consider it an honor to be here at Passions, and accepted by my fellow outstanding poets.  Deb, words when they come from the heart are always the best kind. Thanks! EVERYONE HAVE A GREAT TURKEY DAY!! ~D~ On the wings of words our spirits fly, and our souls are free. ~me~ |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
i read and i liked and i agree with you...sometimes i am hesitant to post a poem here because it is so personal and reveals so much of myself and i am apprehensive as to how people will react.... |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Kaile, I do understand that feeling. Over the past year I have written many things that were very personal to me for many reasons, but I did post alot of them too. Not only do people read your words and begin to know you, but also help to support you as friends. Best wishes, and thanks. ~D~ On the wings of words our spirits fly, and our souls are free. ~me~ |
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