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serenity blaze
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0 posted 2003-06-11 11:54 PM


I've been told that my words
at times are hard to understand--
tonight I'm not in search of grace
tonight I write the reprimand
of myself (whom I know not)
I never really had a plan
take this pen and bless the strokes
that sever neck down to the bone
and write my head upon the stick
and place it on the path to warn:
"Caution, ye who enter here."

I'd like to say now. It is true.
The antichrist does dwell in you.
The writhing junkie is for real--
the mirror does become surreal
showing yellow eyes that beg
for life--while skin, wishes you dead.

The beast is in the temple now,
invited there by you, the priest.
"box the shadow" pray for bells
announcing rest from the last round.
Seven trumpets sounded loud
while you doped yourself to deaf
Down is up, and up is down,
and if you live? You ain't done yet.

Time to go re-trace the steps,
backwards--to the future--go--
falling through the looking glass,
embracing hell to have a home,
So what if it IS brimstone?
For one moment you've been warmed.

I understand, the fog does ease
the pain from that you seek release.
I understand the need for peace,
but like the silence that precedes
the stealth of demons in attack--
the danger lies in placate calm--
poppies will put you to sleep...
but battle will begin at dawn.

There you find the armies led
by dualities of self.
The strengths of you are now imbued
in the antichrist of truth.
There are lies and there is truth,
and the day that you must choose?
There it is you'll find my head.
"Caution, ye who enter here"


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1 posted 2003-06-12 12:00 PM


That was interesting...I'll have to save this and give it another read, because honestly I didn't understand all of it, but it did give me something to think about. Thanks!

~Elizabeth

Dreams last for so long, even after you're gone...
~Jewel

the_loner_23
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2 posted 2003-06-12 12:03 PM


This is very interesting but liked

Cold hands means a warm heart

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3 posted 2003-06-12 12:10 PM


riveting, ya just riveting, brutally honest and powerful great great read, i love the first stanza the whole thing leading up to when you finally said the head being cut the neck being severed was just yours and was being mounted near bridges and gates like in the middle ages, surprising and wonderful, dark yes but definitely wonderful
Local Rebel
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4 posted 2003-06-12 01:17 AM


why Blaze -- you are a caution....
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5 posted 2003-06-12 03:17 AM


Yes, K....you are amazing, Lady!!!!  


Goodnight...

Janet Marie
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6 posted 2003-06-12 08:14 AM


warning signs??
moths dont heed warnings and cautions.
Your mind is full of rhymes divine and I'd walk there barefoot any ole time

Im still imagining your voice ...
can see the sparkle in your eyes.
I cant explain your power over me
Its understated understood & beautiful.
cj

Patricia
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7 posted 2003-06-12 08:23 AM


poppies will put you to sleep...
but battle will begin at dawn.

Yes, you may numb the pain, but it returns again bolder than ever. No truth to be found in this state.  With a clear mind, the truth you shall find.

I think I got it!
You are making me ponder my interpretation.

Patricia

Paula Finn
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8 posted 2003-06-12 08:43 AM


Hey girl...since when does it matter if anyone else understands? Soemtimes the words come and even you don't understand.
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9 posted 2003-06-12 09:16 AM


poppies will put you to sleep...
but battle will begin at dawn.
yep.... shows not all flowers are to be picked..some should be left alone..


Bill Charles
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10 posted 2003-06-12 09:59 AM


serenity blaze - you write deep within, always I believe do I understand your words...

BC

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11 posted 2003-06-12 10:28 AM


Thanks for the warning! But, that of course just peaked a reader's interest--as you knew it would! LOL So, I read it!---and I repeat, "Thanks for the warning!"  

Brill as usual!

Warm hugs,
EA

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12 posted 2003-06-12 10:43 AM


What can one say about your words? It's hard to think of a novel response, when I sit in awe of a work that reaches out and grabs me. Always, dear poetess, your verse does not allow for a passive read. One must always interactively peruse the lines that burst forth from your pen. Another excellent piece!

[This message has been edited by WhiteRose (06-12-2003 10:43 AM).]

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vandana
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14 posted 2003-06-12 12:01 PM


enjoyed
serenity blaze
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15 posted 2003-06-12 01:26 PM


Thanks for reading.

and if this one sounds rather familiar it's because I've written this same thought a million times. Every time, thinking I'm done with it too. And I'll not explain it, because I know it can mean different things to others, and there is no wrong answer in interpretation. I just hope this is the last time I feel a need to write this one.

I am SO hard-headed...sigh.

Thank you all for being so kind.

Susan Caldwell
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16 posted 2003-06-12 02:56 PM


Excellent and meaningful...

Susan

brian sites
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17 posted 2003-06-12 04:26 PM


I think it may BE
the last
but if it isnt....
then we get to read......
the sheer honesty
the purple words
the music of amazing perception
that is YOU

you always open me
but I would gladly share your pain
--the pain of being human--
with you
always

smile and a
hug

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18 posted 2003-06-12 05:00 PM


Well done, indeed.

Nan (Pilgrim variety)

Aenimal
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19 posted 2003-06-12 09:36 PM


Damn K, maybe my head will keep you company we'll set them at opposite ends of the doorway
icebox
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20 posted 2003-06-12 10:07 PM


"The beast is in the temple now,
invited there by you, the priest."

Yes? And?  Did the lovely creature bring me poppies?

*grin*

...when the evening's rain
has washed away the stains of sorrow
say, "Hello!" to brother Crow,
as he greats you on the morrow,
when you venture out to play...


littlewing
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21 posted 2003-06-13 03:27 AM


K: no need to explain yourself
especially not here

This write?
(if I could swear I would)
is amazing brilliant and I do know
that lure you so speak of

Nice metaphor with the antichrist indeed
you are so elusive yet a slap in the face
you know?

xxoo  

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22 posted 2003-06-13 03:29 AM


cool stuff!
passing shadows
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Artic Wind
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24 posted 2008-02-01 05:38 PM


Very Well done Indeed!

ARCTIC WIND

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