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1slick_lady
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standing on a shadow's lace

0 posted 2002-05-16 04:44 AM



Underneath

in the darkness
I see something
to anyone else
it may seem
like nothing
but it’s there
all the same
and I must know
so I start
touching it
exploring this spot
scratching at
the surface
picking at it
till before
I know it
there it is
something
underneath
all that paint



© Copyright 2002 Helen Chambers - All Rights Reserved
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1 posted 2002-05-16 04:57 AM


the true color...what vision to see in the dark and see something that others can't...! I love this one, very well written.
my3monkeytoes
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2 posted 2002-05-16 05:39 AM


'Tis absolutely my favorite thing about yard sales...and finding that antique lamp that hasn't shown it's beauty for eons.     

The simple symbolism one can attach to this writing is gigantic.  I really liked this poem, 1slick_lady.  I definately know there is "something under that paint".

Very Cool!

~Sydney McLean

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Deep in the heart
3 posted 2002-05-17 11:14 AM


D'ya think that applies to people too, hmm?
I love it.  Go get 'em

DonFurr
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4 posted 2002-05-18 03:31 AM


Scratch away at a heart and find a soul.

Scratch away at a soul and know its essence.

I love the search.
Well done Dear Lady.

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5 posted 2002-05-18 04:18 AM


yes...a search for truth.

More than "good" writing Helen! excellent flow and metaphor...wish I wrote this...

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6 posted 2002-05-18 10:07 AM




(smiles) Wow, this poem reminded me of my signature quote I use from Shakira from Underneath Your Clothes, it's a song all about finding something special deep inside of a man and seeing his heart as her territory. (kiss on cheek) This is wonderful, sweet friend, may you always find true peace and light from within all the darkness in loves heart, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Helen, thank you for sharing!



May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

"Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..."

Shakira

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