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This Handful Of Ashes
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This Handful Of Ashes |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song 
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This Handful Of Ashes Whispers of yesterday thunder in my soul Eyes of lightening strike realms of memory Salted droplets flood in hallow eyes of coal As this handful of ashes shelter ... my path to eternity Turmoils of forgotten blood blossom in morning dew Cries of ancient sorrows sing in summer breeze Ancestral wisdom blazes in rays of fiery hue As this handful of ashes breeds ... my tradition to seize Tranquity soars on the white wings of satin birch Strength of passage breathes within jeweled cascades Visions of knowledge illuminate this midnight search As this handful of ashes grows ... embers of betrayal fades Spirits of life dance on rings of forgotten years Eyes of the eagle trace pure trails of tomorrow A river of peace captures all the native tears As this handful of ashes paints ... portraits of native sorrow Mark Christopher I have found in you ... a reflection of me ... and a path to the peace I have sought. [This message has been edited by Mark Bohannan (edited 08-01-2001).] |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
Mark, your verse is truth and beauty, although on a sad note. This is phenomenally well written~ I know that this poem will move Marge deeply~ Take care, Cowboy! Melissa~ |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Mark, Cheer up, I'll lend you Randy for a flight. Enjoyed. |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee |
I felt as if this were the Trail of Tears. Very spiritual, and earthly at the same time. Fantastic read. Sincerely, Regina |
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Mysteria 
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
It is so sad to reflect on the past, but in order to ready for the future, the process is a necessary one. In all the insight and hindsight of this poem this is the most spell-binding: "Spirits of life dance on rings of forgotten years Eyes of the eagle trace pure trails of tomorrow A river of peace captures all the native tears As this handful of ashes paints ... portraits of native sorrow" Well said, and extremely well written. ~To see real beauty you must look with your heart~ |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Mark, I've missed your style....and your poetry. Well done, sir.... |
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Alwye
Moderator
Member Elite
since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
Mark, you have deeply moved me with your words. You have a truly unique gift and just like the rest of your poetry, this struck me. I'm glad I stumbled upon it. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful gift with us.  *Krista Knutson* |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Mark--you hold such amazing heart in your words, I think empathy has held your hand down an ancient road. Hugs! |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Beautiful words, Mark, feeling sad, though. As always, your words touch me. And, in reference to your quote above, so does your heart, not just your pen. Sandra |
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maeve Member
since 2001-08-01
Posts 139In the Outback |
After reading this I went to look for more of your work, Mark. You seem to be a man with a huge heart. I am impressed by your talents. Maeve Take me back to Erin's shores, |
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snowpants Member Elite
since 2000-09-16
Posts 2061KS |
'Whispers of yesterday thunder in my soul Eyes of lightening strike realms of memory Salted droplets flood in hallow eyes of coal As this handful of ashes shelter ... my path to eternity' Hey you...I just love the passion in your heart, which you so eloquently portray with your verse...a beautiful combination in your vision and your heaven sent gift of imagery, rhyme and cadence...fantastic write, as usual, my   (I love you, too!  )k  it was love that first drew me, |
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Logan Senior Member
since 2001-05-28
Posts 1641Arkansas |
Whispers of yesterday thunder in my soul Eyes of lightening strike realms of memory And after that happens,you are never the same again..very well written, Mark..enjoyed and more importantly, felt...gentle smile |
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Dee Member Elite
since 2000-08-19
Posts 2330Queensland, Australia |
Mark, it is so good to read your words again. This is very insightful and beautiful. Dee I wish you every happiness and may you always have the best of the good things in life. a brand |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
Beautiful Mark, you always know how to move my heart with your words. ((hugs)) Charisma |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Sure glad that tumbleweed stopped long enough to allow this writing.... another Keeper.... well done Mark! |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Salted droplets flood in hallow eyes of coal ======================= Turmoils of forgotten blood blossom in morning dew ======================== Ancestral wisdom blazes in rays of fiery hue ======================== Tranquity soars on the white wings of satin birch Strength of passage breathes within jeweled cascades Visions of knowledge illuminate this midnight search As this handful of ashes grows ... embers of betrayal fades Spirits of life dance on rings of forgotten years Eyes of the eagle trace pure trails of tomorrow A river of peace captures all the native tears As this handful of ashes paints ... portraits of native sorrow =========================== Amazing imagery and depth of expression here MC... an intense, soulful, passionate write... or more so RITE... With each new path of your vision quest you travel deeper into your soul and find the release that will bring inner peace. Those who carved out the trail before us..left a legacy of wisdom and truth etched in time by their tears and blood. I look forward to the continued inspirations found on your journey... the view is so much better thru your eyes. Very VERY cool write Mark. mePS...... and it looks damn good too  Who ever typed it did a hell of a job  ROFLslow burn ... |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Oh,Mark~ How you move me with your seeking~ The spirits connect us at the heart ... Ho! Mitakuye Oyasin ~  Thank you sooooooo much for all you share. gv ge yuhi~ for sure~ ~*Marge*~ *Neat typing job ! Keep those fingers busy !  ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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shadow974 Senior Member
since 2001-06-21
Posts 636Michigan |
Beautifully written , Mark Throw your heart out in front of you |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Melissa-Thank you so much and yes it is sad that this is part of our history but the important thing is for us not to dismiss it. I am glad you enjoyed. Sy-Don't ya know......I am always happy these days. Thank you sir. Regina-You nailed it and that makes me smile. I am glad that you were able to see it and enjoy the read. Thank you much. Mysteria-Thank you for your kind words and of course you are right when you say it is a necessity. Balladeer-And I sir have missed your style and being here to enjoy the element you add to this wonderful place. Thank you much sir. Krista-I am truely honored and humbled equally by your words and I thank you deeply. I am glad it touched something in you. Martie-Is that your "polite" way of saying that I am OLD?  Thank you my friend. I always enjoy your visits as they make me feel good no matter what.Sandra-Thank you much. I am so happy that this one touched you and of course you always make me smile with your kindness. Maeve-I am truely honored that you would take the time to search for more of my works and I do so much appreciate it. Thank you and I look forward to reading your works as well. Kris- I think you know how much your support as well as our bond means to me. Thank you sweetie and of course you know that "gv ge yuhi" Logan-You are so right and it is a great feeling to finally find some understanding. I am glad that you felt this piece as it means much to me as I know it does you. Thank you. Dee-It is good to be back even if it is limited. Thank you and I am glad you found it insightful. Charisma-Thank you dear friend and of course if it moves you heart then you know I am happy. Sunshine-Well, it is still tumbling but it does slow down once in awhile. Thank you. JM- Well, first off......I thank you for your help in putting this up and of course you know that your words always mean the world to me. I love you honesty when it comes to poetry and especially when you critique my works to help me strive to become better. Thank you " Sweets" Marge-It is I who thank you for all the encouragement you never fail to share. I owe you much in this quest and don't think that it goes unnoticed. Thank you dear friend. gv ge yuhi shadow974-Thank you. I am glad you find it so. |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
I wait all these months for you to come back and post these Vision quest poems...cuz I been stockpiling pics...and the DAY you posted...my comp/files crash???  Well...I wont be denied by bad karma or technology... Im as stubborn as an Aquarian     |
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BloomingRose Member Elite
since 2000-08-09
Posts 3092Florida |
Whispers of yesterday thunder in my soul Eyes of lightening strike realms of memory Salted droplets flood in hallow eyes of coal As this handful of ashes shelter ... my path to eternity ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This is eloquent truth, written with beauty and grace. So glad to see you writing again. Take care. Deb |
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VAS Member Rara Avis
since 2000-11-16
Posts 7450Oregon |
tender and gently mournful very well nestled into the heart |
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SEA
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
Mark~ always,I find such beauty and strength in your poetry....you have this amazing talent and I thank you for sharing it with us all hugs, SEA |
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illusion Member
since 2001-06-19
Posts 296 |
I've been looking forward to seeing more of your work and this was worth waiting for. I like the way you separate the last line of each verse into two - those trailing words form a poem all their own. Beautiful! |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Mark- How did this slip past me?! So glad I found it today!! It's so wonderful to read of your vision quest. Makes my heart smile for you, sweet friend.. Beautifully penned.. gv ge yuhi ~vicky "...until you have read the verse on his |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
I enjoyed this and I always look to the heart of the poet and I saw your heart in these words. " I walked beside the evening sea And dreamed a dream that could not be" George William Curtis" |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
JM-Aquarians aren't stubborn......we just have to make sure the rest of you guys understand the lessons we try to teach you. LOL Thanks so much for the pics....you know I enjoy them immensley. Thank you. Deb-Thank you so much for that and it is nice to be back again, believe me. VAS-Then all is as it should be. Thank you much. SEA-Thank you dearly for those words and I do so appreciate you enjoying them and finding what is in them. illusion-I am glad you enjoyed it and thank you for taking the time to let me know and even more for letting me know that you were looking for one. That means much to a poet and I am no exception. Thank you very much. Vicky-You do know of course that if you are going to start using the syllabry then you will most definitely be expected to LEARN it. Thank you for always leaving such wonderful words behind. I appreciate them and you both. Irish Rose-I am glad that you could see my heart in this piece as it is most definitely there. Thank you kindly. |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Mark- Yes sir...I do realize that...and I have been 'learning' it... I want to learn everything there is to know about my Cherokee ancestors. so...gv ge yuhi. if that's ok with you. ~vicky "...until you have read the verse on his |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Mark- Almost forgot...do you have e-mail these days? If you do, e-mail me...need to ask you a question regarding my website. I just updated it, and have included some of your poetry again, and I'd love to include a picture as well, as I have pics of the other poet friends on the page. Drop me a line if you can. When you get a chance, check out the site. Vicky's Maze Of Muses I'd love to know what you think of it, and don't forget to sign the guest book. hugs, ~vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, you have not truely met the poet." -vlraynes [This message has been edited by vlraynes (edited 08-06-2001).] |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Well of course it is okay and don't be surprised if you get a lesson or two from this tired ole cowboy. Afterall, I too have Cherokee in me and besides, if it impresses the maidens then well....you know I will try harder. Of course the real reason is that I am finding much peace and understanding in it all and that is a REALLY GOOD THING. adaladudi nihi!!! didanilvhisdi aya hnadvga nunadvnv hia tsalagi, hiano visvi vhnai nvwadohiyada. |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Mark- Bet you think you've stumped me don't you? Well, you have! LOL...but, rest assured, I've already started studying, and I WILL be back with a response to...to...whatever you just said..LOL. btw...in case you missed the message above your last response, take a look.  hugs to you, ~vicky "...until you have read the verse on his |
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Butterflies_dont_cry Member Elite
since 2000-03-06
Posts 3733Michigan |
Better late than never...Yeppers the Butterfly can still find amazing poetry when she chooses too  and I have found it here Mark. This is absolutely beautiful, you spun a vision upon the wind of weave and took me into your poem like the soft wings of eagles...gorgeous work my friend. The spirits of the weavers of old beat within your heart...that I'm sure of~ |
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