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skyshine

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since 2002-02-07

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Beneath the northern stars

0 posted 2002-03-23 12:42 PM

You always seemed so confident
So confident and sure
Always knew what you were doing
Never feeling insecure
Hiding all your problems
So no one could ever see
Wearing a mask to face the world
For so long, you fooled me.
I never imagined you as scared
Or one to feel shy
But I now see something different
When I look you in the eye.
Take off your mask and talk to me
You know where I am
I'm always there to listen
I see you as a friend.
If you need me, I will help you
Just reach out and take my hand
Whatever you are going through
I can understand.
Now that this has all been said
I've just one thing left to do:
Let me share your secret burdens
Let me carry them with you.

3-22-02
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[This message has been edited by skyshine (03-23-2002 10:55 PM).]

Larry C

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since 2001-09-10

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1 posted 2002-03-23 12:45 PM

skyshine,
Whoa! What heart you have. And an excellent nack for writing poetry. Please do more. And if you're in the market for friends...you certainly meet my qualifications. Great Job.

Midnitesun

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Gaia

2 posted 2002-03-23 12:46 PM

Wow, what a nice offer...to share someone else's burdens. You are way too cool.
So is this poem.

skyshine

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since 2002-02-07

Posts 3058
Beneath the northern stars

3 posted 2002-03-23 12:50 PM

Larry, thank you! I'm glad you liked it. This was my first poem in over a month. Maybe now that the muse is back, more words will come to me.

Midnitesun, I'd love to be able to help him. Thanks so much for your kindness!

I'm off to bed now. Have a good night and thanks again!

sky

Poet deVine

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4 posted 2002-03-23 12:54 PM

It's good when the muse comes home with such a good write...I really enjoyed this.

Duncan
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5 posted 2002-03-23 01:34 AM

Yeah, sure...I barely even know you! Though, if ya buy me a few rum and cokes, I'll likely tell ya anything. Nice thought here.

Marshalzu

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6 posted 2002-03-23 07:14 AM

Thank you for sharing such a wonderful read

Andrew

Huggles :)

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Sunshine

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Listening to every heart

7 posted 2002-03-23 07:20 AM

Isn't it fun when our muse finally returns? It IS hard for people to let down their guard, but when they finally can trust again, and see that the loyalty and commitment for the long haul is really there, it becomes easier with time...

very nice!

Balladeer

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8 posted 2002-03-23 07:51 AM

To let down your guard and share your insecurities with someone is the best tribute to them you can give......a long as it doesn't become a habit!

Very nice writing, miss..

Mistletoe Angel

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since 2000-12-17

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Portland, Oregon

9 posted 2002-03-23 01:19 PM

YAY!!! Ooohhhhhh...I'm so happy to see your poems again, sweet friend, I too love that feeling when the Muse returns with a vengeance! (smiles) May your love forever reveal loves face to you behind the mask and may you two forever feel secure and safe and happy together! (sigh) We all love you so much, sweet friend, this is wonderful! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet friend, thank you for sharing!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

Victoria

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10 posted 2002-03-23 02:39 PM

I think everyone has worn a mask at one time or another..nicely penned indeed..enjoyed reading

~Victoria~

"If music be the food of love, play on." (William Shakespeare)

Magnus

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since 2001-10-10

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11 posted 2002-03-23 03:33 PM

And such is the true meaning of friendship!

Nicely said!

skyshine

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since 2002-02-07

Posts 3058
Beneath the northern stars

12 posted 2002-03-23 11:00 PM

Poet deVine, it was good to write again. Glad you liked it!

LOL, Duncan, thanks for the reply.

Thank you for reading, Andrew.

Yes on both counts, Sunshine.

Balladeer, it is an honor to choose someone to share your secrets with.

Noah, thank you for your enthusiasm! I do hope that he and I can grow to know each other.

I know that I have worn a mask at times myself, Victoria. Thanks.

True friendship indeed, Magnus!

Thank you all!

sky

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