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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song 
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Breathless Discussions Breathless discussions uttered in the comfort of silence Grazing the heavens for tonights game of stellar chase Frozen in frames of golden crests crashing my defense Viewed on the velvet sashes of your empyreal embrace Lyrics of salted whispers harmonize to anxious hearts As melodies of restraint are lost to the chorus of repose Rhythms of explore create the tempo that love imparts As the song of us is written in tides to a tune we chose Dreams of eternity are written on these pages of sand Chaptered between jaded bindings of beckoning tide Satin inks of romance flow as Venus takes her stand Endorsing our journals of romance in celestial pride Memories captured in the scrolls of Neptune's taunts Forging paths of truth in the legends of ancient seas No longer restricted to the footprints of teasing jaunts This journey begins in these moments we must sieze Mark Christopher [This message has been edited by Mark Bohannan (06-29-2002 08:12 PM).] |
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HopeS Member Elite
since 2000-12-22
Posts 4596Perth Western Australia |
chasing that stellar glow and satin inks romantic flow these were only two of the many wonderful images your words portrayed beautifully written Mark Hope |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Memories captured in the scrolls of Neptune's taunts Forging paths of truth in the legends of ancient seas No longer restricted to the footprints of teasing jaunts This journey begins in these moments we must sieze Ya see Mark, it don't matter what subject you are writing on, it is always well thought out and true perfection in verse. Thank you for the gift of your words today. Hugs at ya. Enjoy life, this is NOT a dress rehearsal. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Mark...this is fantastic writing! Left me breathless and not wanting it to end! Excellent write. ~Hugs~ ~Somewhere in my heart I'm always |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
You've not lost the tenderness of your touch, Cowboy...it is so good to see your words, and to feel the breeze again... |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Mark, once more you write to perfection Keth Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
This is beautiful. Your use of imagery is exceptional!  |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
Breathless indeed, another exceptional piece from you Mark. I would love to present this beautiful poem on my guest writers site. Wanted to mail you, but there is no mail addy available from you. Hope to hear from you. ((warm hugs))) Charisma |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Mark The power and beauty of your words, the complete and flowing thought, make you such an exceptional poet. That said, you know I love this beauty of heart....and you. Don't ya?  |
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andEmmamakes3 Member
since 2002-05-11
Posts 66Kent |
Mark hi there this is really excellent writing, I’m still working my way through your writing but I can tell you that I really do love it. I haven’t written much, in fact if mum and Krissy have their way I won’t be writing anything again. But I do love to read and if and when I get the chance to do so I make a point of looking for your poems. You are a very fine writer, and your rhyme and meter are particularly beautiful. Excellent writing Emma   Eternity, stands laughing at old time |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
"Dreams of eternity are written on these pages of sand Chaptered between jaded bindings of beckoning tide Satin inks of romance flow as Venus takes her stand Endorsing our journals of romance in celestial pride" Now that's elegantly worded! A poet you are sir! I love this one Mark! |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Mark, As always an excellent write and read. |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
  YAY!!! Oh my gosh, I love this, sweet friend, you have been missed so very much as your gorgeous words always light these pages with delight! (smiles) This is excellent, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Mark, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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BloomingRose Member Elite
since 2000-08-09
Posts 3092Florida |
So good to read your poetry again. I have few words that can express the beauty of your words. Simply marvelous. Looking forward to the next one. Deb |
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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
You have written exquisit verse....... breathtaking and flowing..wonderful poetry, Mark...Ellie A friend hears the song in my heart, and sings it to me when my memory fails. |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Mark, I was going to quote a favorite verse, but they kept getting better and better. Wow, breathless indeed. Sandra |
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snowpants Member Elite
since 2000-09-16
Posts 2061KS |
tonight these stars lure me to your ocean; the royal sky imparts to my senses your sea. beneath the mist of the moment’s emotion this heart will contain your ardent devotee. no longer do our nights dwell alone; there is melody in each word sigh. atop a mound of rapture rests the undertone beside the waterless tears this space has cried.   I've been down this road forever, |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
MarkB~ Breathless just about covers it~ *HUGS* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
You have such an exquisite way with words. This is beautiful and calming to read. Welcome back, Cowboy, you've been missed Take care, Melissa~ "Poetry is not an opinion expressed... |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Frozen in frames of golden crests crashing my defense Viewed on the velvet sashes of your empyreal embrace Lyrics of salted whispers harmonize to anxious hearts As melodies of restraint are lost to the chorus of repose ================================= Dreams of eternity are written on these pages of sand Chaptered between jaded bindings of beckoning tide Satin inks of romance flow as Venus takes her stand Endorsing our journals of romance in celestial pride Memories captured in the scrolls of Neptune's taunts Forging paths of truth in the legends of ancient seas ====================================== Ok..the moth is here...ready to worship this properly  I can only be good for so long ya know.  Now where shall I begin...ya know ya had me from the title. *S* Ok...all moth teasing aside...do you know how beautiful this is? How cool this is? The imagery is over the top...ya got our head in the clouds and a full view of the moon and stars via heaven. Not to mention the ocean!! But ya knew I was gonna mention it...is this how I can hope to inspired in at the end of this summer? I dont think me muse will believe me Now, lets talk about the personification and metaphors you worked to poetic perfection....Chaptered between jaded bindings of beckoning tide thats one of my fave lines....that whole 3rd verse is worth its weight in poetic gold. again...ya give us the moon and stars and even the galaxies to express the intensity of the emotion and devotion. And dont think for a minute I missed those alliterations: Frozen in frames of golden crests crashing my defense Viewed on the velvet sashes of your empyreal embrace poetic perfection!! This is so beautiful MC ... high inspire and its a breathtaking view...I really think this is up there as one of your best...even if ya made the moth cry When your own emptiness is all thats getting through, There comes a point when youre not sure why youre still talking, I passed that point long ago. [This message has been edited by Janet Marie (06-30-2002 12:06 AM).] |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
Lyrics of salted whispers harmonize to anxious hearts As melodies of restraint are lost to the chorus of repose Rhythms of explore create the tempo that love imparts As the song of us is written in tides to a tune we chose  Forgetting all I'm lacking |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Hope-Thank you much, I am glad you found them beautiful. Gentle Spirit-Those are very wonderful comments and I do appreciate them and you always. Thank you very much. Hugs back at ya. Enchantress-Where there is an end there is always a new beginning. Thank you much. Sunshine-A cowboy with tender touch? Ohhhhhhhhhhhhh, I don't know about that. But hey, if you say so. Thanks much. Kethry-I am honored by your words and I do thank you. PDV-Thank you so much. I am glad you found it beautiful and enjoyed the imagery. Means much to me. Charisma-Thank you for the wonderful comment and the invitation. I would be honored so the answer is yes. BTW ... check you email, but remember, no fair sharing the addy. You are always a treasure.Martie-Coming from a superb poet as yourself, those words mean the world to me. Coming from the beautiful friend that you are, they mean even more and yeah ... I know and you know your place in my heart as well. Thank you very much dear one. andEmmamakes3-I am glad you liked the rhyme and meter. Thank you ethome-And a good friend you are for indulging me with such kindness. Thank you much sir and much respect to ya. Seymour-Thank you. I have aspirations of reaching your level but hey, I am happy just to be here. Mistletoe Angel-I am glad you enjoyed and thank you for the always glowing response. Deb-As I do towards your next one. Thank you dearly and I am glad you find beauty in the words. I am elated I came back and still found you here. Ellie-It is truely nice to see your name on my thread and I am honored by your comments. Thank you very much. Sandra-As always, you make me smile with your comments. Thank you much. Kris-Ya got it sweets. Thank you for those wonderful verses (and in rhyme too ... wow....................I'm impressed!!!)LOL If not for you, this poem wouldn't exist. Thanks sweets and ya know I love ya!! Marge-As long as it's covered! Thank you much and hugs back to ya. Melissa - Beautiful and calm work for me. Thank you for the words and the welcome back. JM- So ....... did ya like it or not????? LOL I always love to hear from you on my posts because you point out the things that I am trying to get better at. One day though, I hope you will decide to get tough in your critique and point me to a higher plateau. As for the inspire coming your way when you come to visit ....... ya betcha and I am gonna make sure ya get all the salty air that your wings can endure. I am glad you enjoyed it and sorry about the tears or maybe I'm not. I kinda like knowing that someone felt something on this one. Thanks "Sweetness" ... ya mean the world to me and ya know it. Duncan-I hope those are the lines you liked most and not the ones you think I should toss out.LOL Thank you much. Make sure you recognize love as the gift it is and not a need that is out of focus |
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cherrypoptart Member
since 2002-06-09
Posts 109state of wordthiness |
This is really pretty. I like it! My father had a daughter and everyone was suprised! |
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Temptress
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-06-15
Posts 7136Mobile, AL |
This is perfect. Good to see your name here. I adored this. How grave is my condition, for I cannot find the words to say, I need you so. |
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A Whisper's Caress Senior Member
since 2000-11-03
Posts 791on the horizon of a fairytale |
No longer restricted to the footprints of teasing jaunts This journey begins in these moments we must sieze I have missed you, wonderful write Mark. ever deep...runs |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
So ya want the moth to get "tough"? Do ya think you can handle it? I dunno...I'm still recovering from the last critique meeting of the minds we had... "jade tears" ring a bell? rofl "higher plateau"? you already take all the oxygen out of the room with these love poems as it is. Why you even got the free verse frostypants to Rhyme!! how groovy is that  Oh and...I dig your new sig. me thinks theres a moth message there somewhere ... yayaya  later-aquarianpoet-gator mothyme |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee |
Frozen in frames of golden crests crashing my defense Viewed on the velvet sashes of your empyreal embrace Lyrics of salted whispers harmonize to anxious hearts As melodies of restraint are lost to the chorus of repose Do you know how utterly irresistible this verse is to know that it embodies (vulnerability) of the male species?..well, rather a very talented Man..poet..cowboy person, that is. One that I have great admiration for. It is passionately irresistible for those of us that can identify it and connect and say (Oh, that is exquisite maleness) Okay..breathe Regina... I hope you understand my blithering here..sorry..but you say such nice things to me in regards to my poetry and I believe..that you are just too kind..for this is magic. breathless..yes. Sincerely, Reg |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
cherrypoptart-Thank you. I am glad you liked it. Temptress-I don't know about the perfect stuff, but who am I to argue? Thank you much. A Whisper's Caress-Thank you. I have missed being here. JM-GO TO BED OR GET ON THE DARN PLANE ALREADY!!!!!!!! Regina - Careful there ya girlie type person. Don't ya know that ya ain't 'spose to call a cowboy "VULNERABLE"???? LOL Seriously, I do want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for that wonderful reply. I have always said ... "If only one person found my writing enjoyable, then it was worth the ink." Your words made me smile (and laugh as well at times) and I do appreciate you taking the time to read and reply. Now, if we can only find a way to fit breathing into your schedule, then you might be around to read another one.  Thanks again Reg. You are a true treasure.[This message has been edited by Mark Bohannan (07-01-2002 06:33 AM).] |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
This is just such great work I had to give it another bump. You've come a long way since I first read your work here my friend. Love the thought you put into this!! |
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rosepetals25
since 2000-05-31
Posts 3076PA |
Mark, First I have to say to ethome, I'm glad you gave it another bump  or I would have missed it.This is just beautiful Mark I always love reading you. Poets like you are why I keep coming back  Hugs, Tara "My heart is like an open book, for the whole world to read" |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
Beautiful, very beautiful... You write excellently, as ever... Regards to you, Mark, Sudhir |
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Krissy Senior Member
since 2002-02-22
Posts 556kent England |
Mark hi there, I see my abominable sister has been here before me, well that is understandable she may be abominable but she does have taste. Only don’t tell her I said so, she’s insufferable now as it is This is excellent writing, it really is the flow is as soft and as smooth as silk, you are an excellent writing, as I’m sure you are aware. I would have replied earlier but getting time on this computer is a nightmare, and don’t tell me I need to get internet access for myself because I’m not at home long enough to make it worth while. So I have to fit myself around Emma, and mum, never mind it is worth it. This leaves me breathless, you can possibly see me panting for breath now, beautiful phraseology, perfect poetic form and I really love it. I shall make it a point of looking out for you, you certainly are worth the effort of seeking you out. It’s typical of Emma to not to tell me about your writing, obviously she wanted to keep you to herself, she’s like that you know. Don’t believe her when she says she’s the younger prettier one , she’s younger yes but prettier I don’t think so, I’m the one with cachet she hasn’t got a hope  Love and warm stuff As always Krissy And while thy willing soul transpiers at every pore with instant fires Andrew Marvell 1621-1678 [This message has been edited by Krissy (07-01-2002 06:05 PM).] |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
ethome- Eric ... sometimes you just go out of your way to make others feel good about themselves and that is how we all know what an honor it would be to be able to shake your hand and say thank you in person. There are not many people with that in them any more and it has truely earned you the respect you deserve. Thank you very much. Tara-Those are mighty complimentary words from you and I do thank you so very much. Stick around ... there are many many fine poets here much better than I> Sudhir-Did ya know that I smile every time that I see your name on one of my posts? You were one of the first poets I got to know when I came here and I have learned and enjoyed much from you. Thank you for that and the nice reply. Krissy- I am glad you found the flow and form of my poem enjoyable and I thank you for that. As for the other stuff ... you don't need to tell me all that. I am sure that those things best be left to the ones in your real life. Thanks again for stopping by and giving such nice compliments to my poem. |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Rhythms of explore create the tempo that love imparts hmmmmmm love your way with words *s nice to be reading you Mark M |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
flawless. You have stitched a tapestry of word here, cowboy. mind if I save this one? |
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Mother_Earth Senior Member
since 2000-11-20
Posts 13701/2 year Texas & 1/2 year Michigan |
Mark, I loved this and would tell you just how much, but I can't spell all the big words. Anyway it is a great bunch of words put in all the right places. ME |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
nakdthoughts-Thank you much for your kind words. serenity-I don't know about flawless but I am honored that you would save it. Thank you very much. Mother_Earth-Just do what I do ... type the letters that look the prettiest and toss in a vowel every now and then and it is sure to spell a word of some sort. Thank you much for your wonderful comment. I appreciate it and you. BTW ... tell that daughter of yours to get her "wings" back in here once in awhile. |
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Dee Member Elite
since 2000-08-19
Posts 2330Queensland, Australia |
Mark, how I miss your beautiful words, no archives even for me at the moment  I am pleased to find two beauties from your pen when I dropped in. Keep writing such touching words. Dee Stand straight and tall, not the reflection as others see you, but as you truely are. Clearwater |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Dee- Hey there my rose of the archives. If you think you miss my words, then you should see how much I miss having you around to pull up my old stuff and inflate my ego. I know things are in the transition phase for you and I promise to be patient but HURRY UP ALREADY!!!! Seriously, thank you from the bottom of my heart for all that you are and do and of course for all the wonderful replies that you give me. I hope you don't ever find out that I really am not that good of a poet. LOL |
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Dee Member Elite
since 2000-08-19
Posts 2330Queensland, Australia |
Oh yes you are Stand straight and tall, not the reflection as others see you, but as you truely are. Clearwater |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Darn am I glad this popped back up, and hey Love that pic. Can't wait to show it to my lil' "cherokee child" who happens to think that tigers are just way to cool.... oh dear......she is probably gonna want to know how she can have one done like this........oh me.........lol..... wonderful write Mark.....again.... to the top. Enjoy life, this is NOT a dress rehearsal. |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Dee-Now was that called for??????? Okay, maybe a little but I have to admit, you look pretty cute with that tongue hanging out. LOL Thanks dear friend. You know your place in my heart and that you have for life. Gentle Spirit- Thank you much. Sounds like your little one has very good taste. I was very fortunate to be able to spend about an hour with her (Lydia) on my first visit and went back a few times to indulge myself when I could. She quickly became very important to me as I hope you can see in the pic. Thanks again. [This message has been edited by Mark Bohannan (07-09-2002 09:41 PM).] |
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