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kayjay
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0 posted 2003-02-20 11:38 AM


The Vow
She held his baby in her arms while nestled in my hug
The ripeness of her youthful form was pulling like a drug
The time had come again to leave and go back to my life
My stay with them was brief and chaste with husband and his wife

She whispered as she always did; her voice quite soft and low
The words that thrilled my heart and soul. “I’ll always love you so”
I mumbled back my echoed words, I quivered while I spoke
But heard instead my pledge to her, the vow I’d never broke

I’d vowed I’d never find with her a time to be alone
Nor seek to ever offer words to lure her for my own
I stilled my sense of longing that nearly rivaled pain
It comes with every heartbeat; that longing once again

For we had dated for sometime, just casually and then
I did the dumbest thing for me; I let her meet a friend
Oh he was just as good a friend as any friend can be
But never did I ever think that he’d take her from me

But see, dear friend, it wasn’t just that he had come to spy
But stars collided when they met, so he’s the lucky guy
Their first became my godchild; I am uncle to the rest
And when I come to stay with them, it’s often his request

I couldn’t know so long ago this ache would stay inside
But love endures in funny ways; her arms still open wide
I’ve come to visit now and then these 40 years and more
But when we speak or hug goodbye, my heart begins to roar

[This message has been edited by kayjay (02-22-2003 09:31 AM).]

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1 posted 2003-02-20 11:46 AM



Oh, dang.....

you are supposed to issue

hanky alerts!

kayjay
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2 posted 2003-02-20 11:48 AM


Thank you, Karilea, I used them all up writing it.  *S*

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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3 posted 2003-02-20 12:26 PM


But see, dear friend, it wasn’t just that he had come to spy
But stars collided when they met, so he’s the lucky guy
Their first became my godchild; I am uncle to the rest
And when I come to stay with them, it’s often his request

I couldn’t know so long ago this ache would stay inside
But love endures in funny ways; her arms still open wide
I’ve come to visit now and then these 40 years and more
But when we speak or hug goodbye, my heart begins to roar

===============================

This is just wonderful hearfelt poetry set to rhyme divine.
Was a pleasure to read aloud..a cadence kissed bittersweet beauty.
Well done poet KJ.

" ... And think not, that you can direct the course of love ...
if it finds you worthy ...  it then directs your course."

K.Gibran


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4 posted 2003-02-20 12:33 PM


This is such a good poem....totally heartwrenching....I think I want to cry!!!

I'm voting.....

Bridgette

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5 posted 2003-02-20 01:11 PM


Not sure I like the title but the poem is right on the mark.  Nicely written and very moving.

Jim

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6 posted 2003-02-20 01:12 PM


Ah Ken...if you don't have a hanky handy can I cry on your shoulder and get your shirt all wet??
This is SO good!!
and...I have a feeling why...
Of course it should go into Passions book.
~Hugs~

~ Trace my body with your words..
And in doing so, you touch my heart. ~

kayjay
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7 posted 2003-02-20 04:01 PM


For Janet, "bleu" and "bowder" too and ever wondrous E,
I thank you all, I'm pleased to fall within your writing, see?
I hope your words will soar like birds and find a branch to roost.
I take great pride, with words I ride, but often need a boost.  

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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8 posted 2003-02-20 04:35 PM




(big hugggssssssss) Oh Ken, I'm so sorry to hear this happened to you, sweet friend, it is a very difficult thing to endure and I hope now you have found a love that has forever remained attached to you as you continue to wish her happiness on her own! (sigh) This is touching, sweet friend, this needs a hanky-alert, you have my vote, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Ken, thank you for sharing!



May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

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

Shakira

kayjay
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9 posted 2003-02-21 01:57 AM


Thank you, Noah for your endlessly supporting words.  KJ
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10 posted 2003-02-21 02:27 AM


KayJay:

A wonderful frank poem about the aches that we all to often feel in our hearts.  This is quite a brave poem that tells it like it is without any of the cheeky diplomacy.

Great job.  This has my vote as well as passage into my library!

"If history is to change, let it change. If the world is to be destroyed, so be it. If my fate is to die, I must simply laugh"

-- Magus

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11 posted 2003-02-21 02:46 AM


Ken, this is beautiful, though sad. I love the way you rhyme. It's so pretty...I certainly hope that it gets in the book...



"Love makes the world go around"
~with love and hugs from Ethel GG~  
                  

[This message has been edited by garysgirl (02-21-2003 02:46 AM).]

kayjay
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12 posted 2003-02-21 01:04 PM


For Fractal and Ethel, your words make me blush.
But matters of heartsore just make me gush.
I'm lucky in love, at least I am feeling
the onerous process of life's gentle healing

You are both most kind.  Thank you  Ken

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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13 posted 2003-02-22 01:19 AM


heartfelt touch

~Every girl has a dream within.

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14 posted 2003-02-22 08:44 PM


Very beautiful indeed. *s

When you think you have heard it all,
listen more closely.
~Dorene

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15 posted 2003-02-22 10:02 PM


Do you know how pleased I am that
this came back to the top?

kayjay
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16 posted 2003-02-22 10:21 PM


My thanks go to Aries and Chanson too
You've perked up this poet's heart.
And Sunshine, friend of rhyme and prose,
Your sentiments always give me a start.

KJ

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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17 posted 2003-02-23 10:02 PM


How sad... I guess there's a person you love that you will always miss, no matter how long it is or who they are with.

Oh, make me Thine forever
And should I fainting be
Lord, let me never ever
Outlive my love for Thee

kayjay
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18 posted 2003-02-24 10:22 AM


Thank you, Lovebug, for your comment.  Yes, there is always "the one that got away" in someone's life. Sigh! Thanks again.  Ken

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

Nan
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19 posted 2003-02-25 07:58 AM


A classic story indeed - this is a great poem...
kayjay
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20 posted 2003-02-25 09:30 AM


The writers here who annotate
Give warmth to me and haste my gait
Now Nan weighs in with comments kind
I'd write for all, even 'twere blind

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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21 posted 2003-02-25 10:16 AM


...excuse me, but I cannot reply at this moment--I must seek a tissue to soak up dew from mine eye...

Very moving!

Warm morning hugs,
EA

kayjay
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22 posted 2003-02-25 10:19 AM


Dear lady of Ontario
writing with such care e oh
I'd pull out all my hair e oh
to earn your praise so rare e oh

Thank you.  Ken J

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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23 posted 2003-02-25 10:29 AM


Oh, my dear Kenny-o
This girl from Ontari-o
Loves your scenari-o

angel hugs,
Linda

kayjay
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24 posted 2003-02-25 10:39 AM


"Chuckles"
Linda, Shel Silverstein wrote the "Mermaid of Ontario"  The words are on this website:  http://www.banned-width.com/shel/works/mermaidofontario.html

Again, thank you for your kind comments

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

Jason Lyle
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25 posted 2003-02-25 10:42 AM


This both gets my vote and goes in my library.Such a well written, honest write, and I admire the integrity of your vow.One of my favorites.
Jason

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26 posted 2003-02-25 11:23 AM


Thank you for your kind response, Jason.  Funny how someone just clings to your thoughts.  KJ
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27 posted 2003-02-25 11:28 AM


Very well written and a plus for the book
kayjay
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28 posted 2003-02-25 01:55 PM


Thank you, Ruth, for a fine note.  KJ

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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29 posted 2003-02-25 02:10 PM


another wonderful wonderful work from you...

what great pleasure it is, to read you...

regards,
sudhir

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30 posted 2003-02-25 02:14 PM


Sudhir: Thank you very much for your most supporting words.  Ken J

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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31 posted 2003-02-25 02:44 PM


Beautiful write!

Charisma

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32 posted 2003-02-26 03:37 PM


Oh I like this and these standards.  Joyce
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33 posted 2003-02-26 03:50 PM


Thank you, Charisma and Joyce for your most kind comments.  

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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34 posted 2003-03-16 11:15 PM


Oh this is just too beautiful. You also had my eyes tearing up.

                        Dawn

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35 posted 2003-03-17 08:15 PM


I still really like this.....

Bridgette

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36 posted 2003-03-17 08:57 PM


Every good cry gets a vote. This is lovely, thoroughly enjoyed the read.
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37 posted 2003-03-18 01:33 PM


Oh, this is wonderful! *S* You've told the sad story of regretted choices so very well... we'll just sog up the voting booth! *G*
kayjay
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38 posted 2003-03-18 01:42 PM


Dear Dawn and "bleu" and SPIRIT too
My humble thanks to you.
And Suthern, friend, for your kind words;
They soar like charming birds.

Ken

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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39 posted 2003-03-21 02:47 PM


Ahh love sweet love, I'll vote for that.
Titia

kayjay
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40 posted 2003-03-21 02:54 PM


Thank you, Titia for your support.  Ken

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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41 posted 2003-03-23 04:21 AM


A bump to the top again. Beautiful write.
kayjay
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42 posted 2003-03-23 09:02 AM


Spirit friend you make me smile
For your visit once in a while.

You are dear and I thank you.  Ken
(By the way, this story occurs in So Cal)

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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43 posted 2003-03-23 10:44 AM


Ooh I love this.  Surely it will be in the book.  Joyce
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44 posted 2003-03-23 11:39 AM


The lump in my throat will eventually go somewhere.
Unconditional LOVE.
That's what this is all about, Ken, and your poem is an absolutely exquisite presentation.

kayjay
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45 posted 2003-03-23 11:48 AM


'Sun and Joyce, you are so choice.

My humble thanks to both.

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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46 posted 2003-03-23 03:09 PM


kayjay...So well done, the feeling hurt to read.  Voting.
kayjay
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47 posted 2003-03-23 03:13 PM


Thank you so much, Martie.  I'm pleased that you found such emotion in it.  I'm not the only one who's walked this road, but for all that, it is still a sweet relationship.  Ken

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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48 posted 2003-03-25 08:35 PM


Ken - my heart just fell into my stomach - goodness - what a good man you are - be proud of yourself - this is amazing xxoo
kayjay
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49 posted 2003-03-25 09:05 PM


Thank you, Sue, for your warm and supportive post.  I'm just  an old fashioned soul..I'd have loved being a knight of old.  Ken

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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50 posted 2003-03-30 06:43 PM


This is a killer poem, Kayjay.  It really lays the groundwork for some deep pangs of yearn.  You wrote the verses very well.  I'm sure all the women will be sighing and patting their chests with the sudden warmth.  Very well done.  I hope it isn't an autobiography.
kayjay
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51 posted 2003-03-30 08:13 PM


Aye, 'tis true, me hearty Mr Ag
I carry me heart ina bag
Tis not that we dinna have our moment
but that we've had a life as friends

An' thankee kindly sirrah.  Ken

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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