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I Turn To Stone
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I Turn To Stone |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
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I used to be passionate... like the open sky filled with sun- giving life to all things growing peaceful in the tasks I'd done. But the days became angry... brewing spirit of hate and discontent- to swallow bitter taste with each breath within turmoil of each day I spent. And they wonder why some people snap... weak forces fall, left to fight alone- I couldn't allow myself to get caught in inner insanity, so I turn to stone. |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
no, no, no, you can't turn to stone sweet Dixie... we need you here with us!  beautifully expressed... RDB xxBe kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight......... |
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ivordavies Senior Member
since 2007-01-10
Posts 739Chester, England |
Dixie, I liked this, but I feel it would be stronger without the explanations. It's a poets role in writing poetry of this nature to get the reader to absorb the words, ponder on them and take away an understanding. Your poetry is powerful enough and written in a way that achieves this, we should be accompanying your journey within our own minds. If the reader is not capable of that, with work that is this good, the poetry would be wasted on them anyway! Ivor |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
good one |
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MGROVES
since 2004-02-01
Posts 3802california |
a heart as gentle as yours will never turn to stone~ as the ones that hurt us~ My spirit will rise |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
velvet can never turn to stone..no way! |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
I know its just temporary...you know a better way...James |
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HopeS Member Elite
since 2000-12-22
Posts 4596Perth Western Australia |
Sometimes we have to harden the shell , but still remain soft in the centre Hope |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
I love the way you put this together--and I must confess, you had me at the title. This is something I have been wondering about myself--I have rheumatoid arthritis--and it certainly FEELS like I am turning to stone. And you wrote the poem for me too, because I wondered if I was just becoming dead to emotions that had previously pained me. I guess I'll never know unless I get brave enough to try to resurrect them, yes?  love to you Dix you wrote a mindfield |
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Janette
since 2001-07-20
Posts 2843Chicagoland for now |
"so distorted from battles fought weak forces fall, left to fight alone- I couldn't allow myself to get caught in inner insanity, so I turn to stone." I felt the intensity of this retort ... *snap* ... and I adored the way you layed this out for it increased the vigorous spirit of this piece. Excellent write. always seeking joy, adventure and romance and wishing you find the same |
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aziza Member Elite
since 2006-07-09
Posts 2995Lumpy Oatmeal makes me Crazy! |
Your poetry is so powerful because it is so honest and open. You share the emotions that tumble inside you --- and I get swept along with you. I care because you give us part of you with each word you write. You are beautiful. A |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
 awww goshthank you |
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wredgranny Member
since 2006-11-18
Posts 493Ky. USA |
so distorted from battles fought weak forces fall, left to fight alone- I couldn't allow myself to get caught in inner insanity, so I turn to stone. Siyo PassingShadows,I understand the protecting of the heart and soul but little sister if we stand aside too long we forget the greatest gift of all. Even the pain of life is a gift of lessons,without them we can not teach the next generations!
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
"But the days became angry... ah Dixie you express it so well... |
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Angel4aKing Senior Member
since 2006-09-27
Posts 1372USA |
Nickle back sings a song about giving into insanity...I feel you girl...I have been there maybe am still there...who knows. Take care, JulieAnn ~~~kingsangel~~~ |
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Angel4aKing Senior Member
since 2006-09-27
Posts 1372USA |
Opps i meant to post a new post sorry LOL |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Dear Dixie, I have a stone which I carry with me everyday, it is my gratidude stone; each day I feel it and think of all the things that I am truly gratful for. Give it a try my friend, it does help each day. I will now think of you as well. Don't allow yourself to turn hard and cold Dixie, you have too much in this life to give and share, put your past behind and begin today, we will all help you, for you are special as well. You may be the stone in my pocket, but you are warmed there with friendship. Have a wonderful day and smile heaps. Sincerely Rick |
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Ericc Member Elite
since 2003-01-31
Posts 4178 |
Always filled with such power and grace. Awesome write. Love, Eric |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
awww...  gosh....ya'll make me so happythank you each...Rick, Granny, Kate...JulieAnn, Eric... thank you |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
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