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redheart angrybraids
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0 posted 2001-10-17 01:47 PM



Leather leaves are torn,
dangled in blue silver
and dispersed upon the palms of infant hands,
blush pink against the sky.  
The hearts of mourning are taking cover
under the rib cage of mother sorrow.

Breathing tomorrow anywhere.
I have three buttons
and two strands of string,
wondering if I make a necklace fancy
or weave them brightly, I do not know.
The grains, the grains, the grains.

Kindly,
Redheart Angrybraids


© Copyright 2001 Amelia A. Ensign - All Rights Reserved
The Lady of Shallot
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1 posted 2001-10-17 02:02 PM


This is one of the most exquisite, finely crafted poems I've read in a long, long time. It is simply stunning in every way, form, substance and imagery.  You, my dear, should be very, very proud of this. I mean it.  I read a lot of poetry and I believe I know when I come across uniqueness.  This has that in abundance!  I don't see many posts from you and I think that is because the ones you present us with are born with great care. I plan on savoring each and every one I have the privilege of reading!

-befriend yourself and you will never be alone-
Anna

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2 posted 2001-10-17 04:09 PM


RedHeartAngryBraids~

'The hearts of mourning are taking cover
under the rib cage of mother sorrow.'


Oh, sweet sister of poetry ...
this is so beautifully done~

It is so very good to have you grace us with your thoughts~
Gentle Hugs~
~*Marge*~

~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
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3 posted 2001-10-17 04:11 PM


it took a couple reads cuz I'm dense but I absolutely love this yuh
Dark Angel
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4 posted 2001-10-17 05:39 PM


The hearts of mourning are taking cover
under the rib cage of mother sorrow.


Breathing tomorrow anywhere.

Miss Angrybraids....
I might miss the complete meaning of this poem, but the images and your choice of words is fantastic. I always look forward to reading you.

Maree




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5 posted 2001-10-17 07:36 PM


when I read your work, it's like I'm being told a secret of the universe. . . one that I have to figure out for myself. . . and that's half the fun. . .

superb. . .

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Enchantress
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6 posted 2001-10-17 07:40 PM


Amelia!  This is extraordinary!  You are very gifted...the words...the weaving....very very much enjoyed!  ~Hugs, Nancy~

~I've loved you forever, in lifetimes before.~
  

[This message has been edited by Enchantress (edited 10-17-2001).]

Startime
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7 posted 2001-10-17 07:47 PM


Do you whisper in our ears the wisdom of the ages? Magnificent writing.

Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams.

Sunshine
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8 posted 2001-10-17 07:59 PM



Oh, I LIKE this!

Janet Marie
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9 posted 2001-10-17 10:35 PM


Leather leaves are torn,
dangled in blue silver
and dispersed upon the palms of infant hands,

blush pink against the sky.  
The hearts of mourning are taking cover
under the rib cage of mother sorrow.
=====================================

absolutely amazing imagery and poetic intend.
you have such a gift for writing unique and innovative images and impressions.
your vision paints us a lovely view.

This distance has shown how the road remains alone
Now I'm looking in my life ... for a truth that is my own.

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10 posted 2001-10-17 10:39 PM




(big hugggsssssss) Oh Amelia, your wonderful wisdom shines in this sad but touching piece! (sad sigh) I pray all these dear youth are cared for in our soft hands of light! (sigh) You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Amelia, thank you for sharing!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

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