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The Fleecing of Mara
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The Fleecing of Mara |
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Chanson Senior Member
since 2000-08-19
Posts 1559Up Creek w/Out Paddle 
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Her hands embraced a ruby bloom; the blood she licked away was sweet. A thistle replaces her missing arm, its bloom prolonged by rusty awning drops collected during thunderstorms. She used to have platinum blonde locks styled to frame her high cheek bones until bicycle tires pressed them into red clay. Auburn suits her skin tone, now faded by weather to a pasty wool. "Maa Maa" she chanted when I flexed her joints, louder when I twisted her knees. I wanted her to dance, not caring about her blinking protests. She was my princess and could do anything I imagined. She was my confidant back when she had a good head and pink, molded lips retained my juvenile fantasies of the boy next door who toted acne cream in his hip pocket. She leans against the corner of the old detached garage; plastic eyes, one wide open, the other dull behind a gapped fringe of curled lash. I can see her though. |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
'"Maa Maa" she chanted when I flexed her joints, louder when I twisted her knees. I wanted her to dance, not caring about her blinking protests. She was my princess and could do anything I imagined. She was my confidant back when she had a good head and pink, molded lips retained my juvenile fantasies of the boy next door who toted acne cream in his hip pocket.' I've liked the two poems I've read of yours. Content is thought provoking and the style is different and enjoyable. |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
Dorene: I can see her though. THIS is what matters - what a heart you have there - very nice xxoo |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
I heard her cry. Well done, Chanson. I enjoy your unique style and POV. |
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garysgirl 
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Chanson, I read this through three times and each time more of what was written between the words and lines came shining through. An excellent choice for the book, to be read over and over again. I love your poetry, Lady.  Hugs, Ethel |
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Chanson Senior Member
since 2000-08-19
Posts 1559Up Creek w/Out Paddle |
Hey all you peeps: Duncan, littlewing, Midnitesun, Ethel..many thanks to you fine poet friends! I appreciate and every one of you. *s Big exxes and ohssssss! Chanson |
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WhiteRose Member Elite
since 2002-07-23
Posts 3208somebody's dungeon |
She was my confidant back when she had a good head and pink, molded lips retained my juvenile fantasies of the boy next door who toted acne cream in his hip pocket. I love this! Thanks for the wonderful read. |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
"Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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Chanson Senior Member
since 2000-08-19
Posts 1559Up Creek w/Out Paddle |
WhiteRose Noah, Thank you both very much! |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Fantastic write..much enjoyed. ~A hugs and a vote~  ~ Trace my body with your words.. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Absolutely, one for the book! |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Chanson...I really enjoyed reading this piece of time and thought. A vote, yes! |
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Chanson Senior Member
since 2000-08-19
Posts 1559Up Creek w/Out Paddle |
Enchantress, Sunshine and Martie, you all sure know how to bring a smile and a BIG thank you! *smiles all around* |
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Ratleader
since 2003-01-23
Posts 7026Visiting Earth on a Guest Pass |
Ditto -- excellent choice! ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸ ¸¸ºº> ~~~(¸¸ER¸¸ºº> |
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Jason Lyle Senior Member
since 2003-02-07
Posts 1438With my darkling |
My vote, nice job. Jason |
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Chanson Senior Member
since 2000-08-19
Posts 1559Up Creek w/Out Paddle |
Ratleader and Jason...I am hardpressed to come up with any ultra witty ways to say thank you. I hate when that happens! *knocking my head on the desk* So...at the risk of sounding a complete repetitive bore....THANK YOU! From the bottom of me very full heart. You PIP friends are the best! *smile |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I think you just explained why my mother put the few dolls I got into a trunk instead of letting me have them. *G* I liked this very much... well written! *S* |
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Chanson Senior Member
since 2000-08-19
Posts 1559Up Creek w/Out Paddle |
Hiya Suthern. I think the reason why my dolls got so much wear and tear is because I didn't get alot of them and I didn't have *don't touch* collections like alot of children have today. I had one or two favorites and played with them for hours and took them almost everywhere I went. Unfortunately, I was a normal irresponsible child at times and left her outside to fend for herself in the elements. Whooooooooops! *L Thanks for reading and enjoying. *s When you think you have heard it all, listen more closely. ~Dorene [This message has been edited by Chanson (03-17-2003 04:54 PM).] |
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Alicethruglass Member
since 2001-06-19
Posts 368 |
Always a favorite of mine *s ~A~ |
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jellybeans Member Elite
since 2000-10-13
Posts 2298 |
very nice.....I have forgotten most of my childhood playthings....that probably says something, but my mind refuses to go there, thanks for this.....thoroughly enjoyed |
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Pilgrimage Member Elite
since 2001-12-04
Posts 3945Texas, USA |
When my first boy was three he borrowed my Betsy. I never saw her again. Sigh. The things I've lost for my children- my Betsy, my figure, my mind.  I like your poem. Nan (Pilgrim variety) |
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Chanson Senior Member
since 2000-08-19
Posts 1559Up Creek w/Out Paddle |
~A~, thank YOU for helping me with the selection process and your visit. jellybeans, I am sorry if I triggered some memories you would prefer to keep buried but I do appreciate your visit and for enjoying it. Nan, don't I know it! We give our children so much of ourselves. I gave away my mind after the first one already. *L Thank you for reading! When you think you have heard it all, |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
So that's how you treat your friends?!? LOL I had a few chuckles--and a few memories of my own!--One of my daughters was always cutting her dolls' hair, putting the legs on backwards, putting nail polish on the nails and lipstick on their lips. Took the dolls swimming with her. My goodness, they became garish to look at!--but they were her friends and she loved them! Warm hugs, Earth Angel |
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Chanson Senior Member
since 2000-08-19
Posts 1559Up Creek w/Out Paddle |
*hehe ... welllllll, I *almost always* took care of of my dolls. With two brothers, I liked to climb trees, play tag, and dig in the dirt too! *L I know where your daughter is coming from. I did those same things to my dolls. Thanks bunches for reading, Earth Angel! When you think you have heard it all, |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
I wish I'd saved my dolls from when I was young - I had a baby doll that I loved and a bride doll that my mom made lots of clothes for...a good memory poem! |
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Chanson Senior Member
since 2000-08-19
Posts 1559Up Creek w/Out Paddle |
I am happy you enjoyed the memory jogger, PdV. Thank you! When you think you have heard it all, |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Her hands embraced a ruby bloom; the blood she licked away was sweet. A thistle replaces her missing arm, its bloom prolonged by rusty awning drops collected during thunderstorms. ================================= I've always remembered this unique poem from the title and the imagery. A perfect choice to reflect you in the book. The Sun The Moon The Stars The Sky |
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Chanson Senior Member
since 2000-08-19
Posts 1559Up Creek w/Out Paddle |
Janet, thank you. *big smile* When you think you have heard it all, |
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Alicethruglass Member
since 2001-06-19
Posts 368 |
just giving you another go round if needed A |
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Chanson Senior Member
since 2000-08-19
Posts 1559Up Creek w/Out Paddle |
Thank you, ma'am. |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
A joy to read...James |
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Chanson Senior Member
since 2000-08-19
Posts 1559Up Creek w/Out Paddle |
James, it's always a pleasure to hear from you. Thank you! When you think you have heard it all, |
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Ringo
since 2003-02-20
Posts 3684Saluting with misty eyes |
I can see her though. ******************************************* As can I... and I can also see the love you still have inside for her. Great job. When the morning cries and you don't know why... |
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Chanson Senior Member
since 2000-08-19
Posts 1559Up Creek w/Out Paddle |
Hello Ringo Thank you very much for reading and enjoying! When you think you have heard it all, |
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