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LeeJ
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0 posted 2006-11-16 11:16 AM


feeling the tug….
like an iron wristband
an old familiar voice
whispering tones of darkness
clinks and clatterings
stuffed with a variety of curious objects
examining the lock on my front door
could easily be heard
cold as ice
historical solace
knowing
opening some vein of mortal energy
finding its greatest intimacy
smoldering a kindred soul

memorably delicious
I learn to hungrily anticipate
bound to me with leather and blood
this former hustler
this bartender of truth
business partner and ex lover
sooths, the stream of youth
a never ending story
dares to venture where mad men go
elevating to the ranks of warm blooded things
a human heart willing
strength of character
it is all in how one believes

truly happiness is a state of mind
dreamy smile of satisfaction
burning bright
deep within one’s room


© Copyright 2006 Lee J. - All Rights Reserved
serenity blaze
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1 posted 2006-11-16 11:31 AM


right now I'm just happy to read you again!



"this bartender of truth"

I know this guy--he's runnin' a smoothie king now!

It's is wonderful to see your name here lovie! I hope you are well and happy.

Martie
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2 posted 2006-11-16 11:32 AM


LeeJ....I've missed you!!  Love this line..
"it is all in how one believes".  Always the deepness in you and the lovely search.  


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Deep in the heart
3 posted 2006-11-16 11:41 AM


Welcome back   You have been sorely missed!

Fool, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write.

Gentle Spirit
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4 posted 2006-11-16 11:53 AM


Lady, you have been so sorely missed!!  I blinked twice to be sure twas your name I saw.  It was!!  I knew I was in for a treat when I began to read.  Lovely write, Lee!!
Seymour Tabin
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5 posted 2006-11-16 01:30 PM


LeeJ
Happiness is surely a state of mind and
I am happy to see you back. squeeze:

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6 posted 2006-11-16 02:07 PM


*Nancy jumps up and down and applauds*
Lee...I have missed you so much!!
Good to have you back!

Autumn, the year's last loveliest smile~
                                    

Decaflame
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7 posted 2006-11-16 02:11 PM



Welcome home, dear friend!




Earth Angel
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8 posted 2006-11-16 03:44 PM


What one believes of themself ~ is what one becomes!

Think happy! Be happy!

As you can surely tell by the replies that you have received, you have been sorely MISSED!

So good to be reading your thoughts once again!


Linda


JL
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9 posted 2006-11-16 04:05 PM


Lee J:
You are truly loved, and missed, by all...


(PS How's Hoboken??)

JL


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10 posted 2006-11-16 07:26 PM



So good to see your lovely face again, Lady...

can you tell we've missed your presence?

And your presents?




ThisDiamond
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11 posted 2006-11-16 09:28 PM


Missed you much LeeJ.
This is a signature poem...and it fits so very well right back among us.


passing shadows
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12 posted 2006-11-16 09:35 PM


welcome home Lee
sandgrain
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13 posted 2006-11-16 09:42 PM


Thanks for sharing.  I enjoyed it.


   Rae

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14 posted 2006-11-17 04:40 AM


Hello! So glad to see you back in print.. best to you, martyjo
XOx Uriah xOX
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15 posted 2006-11-17 05:03 AM


::smiles::    Wonderful write   as always
I am so glad to see you here.  I had been fretting and was about to begin pining.

HopeS
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16 posted 2006-11-17 09:04 AM


Smiles across the miles dear friend , I miss you


Hope

Margherita
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17 posted 2006-11-17 01:11 PM


quote:
truly happiness is a state of mind
dreamy smile of satisfaction
burning bright
deep within one’s room




Wonderful conclusion! Dear Lee, welcome back! I had checked just recently when you had sent in your last post ... well it was tooooo long ago!

Love and hugs.
Margherita

Angel4aKing
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18 posted 2006-11-17 01:15 PM


I am sorry it took me so long to read this....tell your bartender to be gentle with the truth....KA

kingsangel

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19 posted 2006-11-17 01:17 PM


Wonderful as always dear Lee.
Good to read you again.
hugs, Chris

Poetry is an echo, asking a shadow to dance.
Carl Sandburg

LeeJ
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20 posted 2006-11-18 09:56 AM


Many thanks to all of you, for your kindness and continued support of my poetry.  Its so nice to be home.  Love to you all and Happy Thanksgiving.  

Lee J.

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