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0 posted 2002-10-04 01:58 AM


     The writer is missing,
     the writer is missing,
     do you hear?
     do you? He's missing,
     he is missing his pen,
     his paper, his poem.
     The essence of pen and paper,
     the wispy evervesence of words
     that can get one so high,
     while being there for one quite low.
     A release that only writers understand,
     and maybe only writers need.
     Today he is moody, his heart heavy
     and his mind weighed down.
     And so he turns to his beloved,
     his near-and-dear pen and paper,
     which, no matter the time,
     the distance, the ups and downs,
     will always, always be there.
     The poet's realm is his,
     a path to self-discovery.
     When will he use it again?

© Copyright 2002 Daniel Redding - All Rights Reserved
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1 posted 2002-10-04 02:02 AM


oooh, superb!

I was feeling agony at having no time to write for the pure joy of writing, the release of angst the fulfillment of pleasure relived.

Enjoyed the poem a lot, stole some seconds from my shoulda's to pop in here.

Whether on the shoal or on the shore,
I'll seek the lighthouse evermore.

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2 posted 2002-10-05 12:35 PM


Again Titus, I always enjoy your work. This one is great!

Kielo

I need to change my signature. :D

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3 posted 2002-10-05 01:03 AM


"the wispy evervesence of words
     that can get one so high,"
YES! Exactly.
    

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4 posted 2002-10-05 06:32 AM


But... but... I just finished a poem!

Just kidding, wonderful write!

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5 posted 2002-10-05 06:34 AM



My young Poet nee muse...this was a wonderful early a.m. reading...now quit whispering in my ear and move over, I need my pen and paper back, please!

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6 posted 2002-10-06 07:33 AM


The poet's realm is his,
     a path to self-discovery.
     When will he use it again?
Oh I know this feeling, I get writer's block like other people get the flu, every six months and impossible to shake off. lol

All I can suggest that you keep a diary of thoughts, one of them is bound to become a poem, and keep reading poetry books and novels. Enjoyed the read.  




El riesgo vive siempre!

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7 posted 2002-10-07 12:34 PM


PoetryIsLife, I really enjoyed the so true words of this poem. From what I've learned, "the writer" is missing for all writers at times. Thanks for sharing.

Best wishes,
Ethel

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8 posted 2002-10-07 12:36 PM


Hi, I like this a lot. My writing self is currently missing, so I relate.
Sandra

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9 posted 2002-10-07 06:55 PM


Thank you, everyone. Regards.

Sincerely,
Titus

"My imaginary friend thinks you have serious mental problems."

(2002 Copyright)

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10 posted 2002-10-10 07:46 PM


Yes, I finally read it. I'm sorry it takes 8 years to sit down and read a poem. It's not personal I swear. Well, this is definitely one I can relate to. I think any writer can. How frustrating! Anywho, I enjoyed it because you wrote it in a way that was interesting and not just "crap, I can't write".

Love,
Memina

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11 posted 2002-10-11 08:50 PM


I can totally relate. And, when finished, with a multitude of wadded up sheets of paper on the floor, oh, what a great feeling. Better than a runners high!

Thanks,
Warm Regards,
Pat

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        "Desiderata"

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12 posted 2002-10-12 09:04 PM


*laughs at memina*

Sincerely,
Titus

"My imaginary friend thinks you have serious mental problems."

(2002 Copyright)

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