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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
Zoë says her tender age By folding thumb (Then holding straight) Four slender fingers high- As number signs, To those who query. Walking spring-evenings Zoë is suspended Over sidewalk cracks, Dangling-giggling, rising- Lifted by her guardians; Who need all the luck That any old saying can give them... "Step on a crack, break your mothers back" Having special meaning, In reference to their familial being... Judges of the world of out, With sideways looks, bang gavels- Behind fake smiles As the happy trio passes; Thin robes protect shallow skulls, Their little minds retain no doubt- A hammer falls- a verdict writ, Stating what Zoë's parents do in bed Makes any love that's shown by them At least, as blasphemy- At most, a crime, that calls for shunning. "Any love shown, embrace it" A light-speaks, from its home inside me. But sulfur rumors choke my village air, With the reak of burning creeds. Here still, the pseudo-pious scan their briefs, Searching for loopholes-book in hand- Scratching matches on fine black-print That might link proof of sin To the lovely trinity; Loopholes, they cannot find Anywhere (written) on its red ink lines. I heard the sad noise, just today The family had moved away- To somewhere far, where love wont be Found odd between sweet Zo', And her two mommies. |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
There is so much in this, Ford, you really reach into family, love, sexuality, religiosity, where do I begin? I must say, reminded me of the sweet innocence of my six year old and I do encourage that insight, the insight we lose, in spirituality, I do try to keep that alive and love . . . It IS really very simple, we make it difficult Adults, we make everything so difficult. I adore this. And am sorry she has left. She saw . . . beyond us. (If you mean this is going to hurt her, I do have to disagree with that part: And her two mommies. My nephew has 2 mommies and they are better than any one Daddy he ever had before.) |
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Nightshade 
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Who are any of us to judge? The happiness of a child is all that matters. Very much enjoyed this write Ford. hugs, Chris Poetry is an echo, asking a shadow to dance. |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
Sue and Chris....  Thank You for reading, and your always thoughtful, replies.. Chris...I didn't mean that "this" would hurt her, not at all, her mommies won't let it....they are very intelligent women, they won't let that happen... It is me that hurts because of the way they were treated...and so I wrote the poem to save me from sinking further than I was at the time... This poem was written in the spring of 2000 Inspired by the love between Zoë and her "mommies" and also by a song by Peter, Paul and Mary... Perhaps you have heard that song.. Its title is "Home is where the heart is" One part of it that inspired me was ... "Across the yard live Deb and Tricia With their tools and ladders And their room addition My kid yells over, "Are ya having a baby?" They wink and smile, they say, "Someday maybe." But through their doors go kids and mommies Funny how you don't see the daddies go in My little girl wonders 'Bout this house with no men,.." But it is the chorus, that lit the fire of my emotions While writing this poem "chorus: Home is where the heart is No matter how the heart lives Inside your heart where love is That's where you've got to make yourself At home" Zoë is 10 now, I would love to see her again... I hope she and her "mommies" are happy. ______ _____ice/ford ><> |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
I misunderstood that last part, thanks for explaning, Ford, I didn't get that opinion at first then re-read . . . see? Should always stick to your gut. *grin* |
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inkedgoddess Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-19
Posts 7392Ohio |
sad write one of many stories of disrespect, judgement and pretense that one way to 'love' is superior to another, days like these i'd just like to close my eyes and not witness the utter callousness of human beings to fellow human beings wish i had a river to skate away on.................... |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
ice, Interesting and enjoyed the read. |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
oh you....c'mere  you write such truth. Children are more confused by lovelessness and apathy between parents than anything else. You are such a dear man, and wise too.  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
You wrote this with such tenderness and caring. Exceptionally moving. You are a wise, loving, and compassionate man.  Linda |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
Ahhh! more poets that undestand...how warm it makes me feel...... I do have a problem though... In S-5, line 4... "Stating what Zoë parents do in bed" As the ë, is greek and so pronounced as a long e....like Zoey...how do I spell it in the possesive mode?...Zoë's parents--Zoëys parents..? Must be an English major somewhere in pip that can help me with this.. By the way...Zoe, in Greek, means Life. Again, Thanks for the replies, all of you shine beautiful, from the place of light in your hearts.... ________ _____ice/ford ><> |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Your sensitive write leaves a very beautiful message of tolerance and love. Love IS indeed the one ingredient that makes all relatioships of great value. And this love will also fortify Zoe's personality, making her able to cope with the problems of gender related to her parents she might be confronted with. Thank you Ford, beautiful soul. Love, Margherita |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Ford This poem brought such good feelings to my heart for it's ending, sad ones for the way it was for them. Love is love...and therefore good!! I was an English major many years ago...and never very good at the fundamentals...but I think with this, "Zoë's parents--Zoëys parents..?", I would use Zoe's parents. |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
Thank You, Martie-I made the change... |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
absoulutely wonderful writing the heart knows no boundaries |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Zoe is ten now... ~*~ I, too, wish you could see her. Just to see the love, live. [and you can take that, both ways.] Got any more "old" ones for us, Poet? |
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tracie66 Member Elite
since 2000-01-18
Posts 4713Australia |
beautiful sensitive write, I wish you could see them again and I too am hopeing they are happy. I also wish they could read your poem and see all the loving and caring replies everyone has written. Take care winged ~hugs~  floating your way and theirs whereever they may be.Tracie Love is the life of the soul... |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
A captivating read which reflects your kind heart. ....jo |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
two mommies are living in my neighborhood and they are the most wholesome, giving, caring gals...I love them very much... Ford, thanks so much for this reminder of just how narrow minded we humans can be... tremendous write.... |
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EagleScorpion Senior Member
since 2000-03-08
Posts 1644Here, Now, Forever |
wow... every poem im reading today is some of the best stuff ive seen in a while!!! this was great!!! |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Ford, you quickly climbed the ladder to be my favourite poet to read here at Passions. You have a way of telling it like it is.. this is a talent which draws the reader in and you hold them there until the very end. And then? The words, and feelings, stay with them.. long after the computer is turned off. Thank you....for being you. Nancy. In the midst of winter, |
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froggy Senior Member
since 2003-06-23
Posts 1893Michigan |
Beautifully written Ford. :-) |
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EvocativeVerse2 Senior Member
since 2003-09-10
Posts 1279 |
Hi ice...I like this very much. It is so sad that still there are those who discriminate against such love. I think people should be allowed to love who they love. You have penned a piece of eloquence my friend. |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Much enjoyed this, written very well. Thanx for the share. |
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