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Smoke Signals |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA 
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Smoke for the first time Rises from the chimneys Of the rickety houses In the neighborhood, and That familiar, sweet smell Of burning wood permeates The chilly, gray air. The boy knows he will be cold Again, walking to school, a sprint To the grocery store, or the solemn March to the church on the hill, But he is used to winter, bouts Of hunger and cold, in multiple layers Of raggedy clothes---just a way of life, A shaping, reshaping, on the short road To eternity . . . |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
I read a poem by a friend today, on the theme of winter and childhood; I wrote this in appreciation. art |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Love this, Art. "bouts of hunger, cold and multiple layers of raggedy clothes." Been there, done that. Ida |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Art!!! ~ I've missed you! It is such a pleasure to be reading your poetry again! As per usual, you have drawn me into the 'world' of which you have so vividly written. Whilst reading this fine poem, I became that boy and saw and felt what he experienced. Well done! Giving you a warm, welcome-back pip hug, Linda  |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
Thank you, Ida. We have indeed shared stories of childhood that have made us kindred friends. art |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
And it is swell to hear from you, Linda! It is good to be back home and, God willing, I intend to stay close, with a host of fine poets and friends. My very best, art |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
excellent write...love your inspiration for it...thank you for sharing |
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amusemi Senior Member
since 2001-12-08
Posts 1262A State of Disarray |
I could truly smell the smoke and feel the cold...well written.  kat |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Well written Art, it tells an age old story and makes us all realize how lucky we are to have what we have. A vivid picture in words. Thank you. Lindsay |
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