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Opaque April |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced 
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These cool Spring evenings hurt me. April always leaves me in solitude. I see well wishers and wishing wells, but this raw emotion cannot be viewed. And cool Spring mornings, before the light, make me want answers I may not find, I have travelled this road so many times, to reach the place I've left behind, to know the truth and reason why waiting somewhere in my mind. As I get older, I grow to be weary of these days, but I know I am still beautiful in so many other ways even if I never know why Aprils leave me sad, maybe I'll accept truth and love just aren't meant to be had. |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
while reading I can't help ponder, asking myself, "Am I dead inside" That I have no desire whatsoever to be with someone...and to yet, marvel in the glory of the visuals you express...is it not treadition, to want to share these things with someone? But, I wallow in the solitude of my own oneness with nature...is that selfish? Anyway, EXCELLENT Writing, very touching and yeah, know what you mean. Hugs |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
powerful 'write'! [T.S. Eliot said, of course....something like "April is the cruelest month..breeding lilacs out of the dead ground..."] |
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MindBodySoul Member
since 2007-01-10
Posts 196NJ |
April-spring-new beginings.. If only that were true, that every april there was a new begining for us... but it is just a reminder that we are growing gracefully old! And sharing is what we all want, but I find it better at times to be alone... and there is nothing selfish about that... becoming one with nature to find our center... Thank you for sharing such a beautiful write! I felt it, with you.. Jen--->MindBodySoul |
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luminosity Senior Member
since 2005-11-18
Posts 813 |
hmmm...april holds hope for me, tis the fall months that carry tears with them... wonderful write, very ponderous for the soul |
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Angel4aKing Senior Member
since 2006-09-27
Posts 1372USA |
Love and trust and have no fear...the Angels know what you need my dear...  ~~~kingsangel~~~ |
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Ericc Member Elite
since 2003-01-31
Posts 4178 |
Yes...still beautiful. And from this sadness you find (and share) more beauty still. Eric |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Perhaps not within every moment, but I believe they are too be had...James |
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Ceinwyn Member Elite
since 2000-07-09
Posts 2175VA |
You are very beautiful Dixie!! How I've missed you! If at first you don't succeed destroy all the evidence that you tried. |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
a fine work Dixie |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I think secondhanddreampoet and I must be on the same page... *S* for your words do bring T.S. Eliot to mind: "April is the cruelest month, breeding Lilacs out of the dead land, mixing Memory and desire, stirring Dull roots with spring rain." Maybe it's as simple as seeing new beginnings everywhere... when we're stuck in our dull rut, drained of color and hope... Of course... autumn sees my spirits falling faster than the leaves. *G* Whatever the cause... know you're not alone. *S* Excellent write!!! |
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Pilgrimage Member Elite
since 2001-12-04
Posts 3945Texas, USA |
This one breathes an air of desolation, lost hope. It's so sad. Well-written. Nan (Pilgrim variety) |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
sometimes we need to leave behind the old to accept what lays ahead~~  M |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Ah,Spring. Open doors and minds wide so whatever enters has the room to bloom.. You Are Loved! martyjo |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Beautiful, Dixie - just like you. April is a sad month for me too, yet here it is Autumn, not Spring. - Owl |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
thanks to each of you for your replies that I cherish and will keep in my heart to make me smile along the way |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
My friend. In all honesty I believe there is something about April's wonderful Spring days that make Everyone a trifle sad and lonely no matter the state of their heart and soul. April days put in many of us wistfulness, longing, the feel of a searching emptiness. This is the force of nature. All life in the northern hemisphere is affected by it's call in April. It's the ultimate pherenome. That wistful, longing empty searching feeling floods us with a saddness, an almost overwhelming urge to be 'together'. The call to mate. So you're in good company my friend...maybe yours feelings are a little stronger than some because you kinda feel empty anyway, but you've lots and lots of company in April from everything living... So hang in there...we're all holding hands this month!!! This piece was one of you best by the way and I place it at the top of the list of your best ... for now. my heart... jimmy |
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
"And cool Spring mornings, before the light, make me want answers I may not find" I think that is the hardest part for me, is knowing the answers I want, not only will I never find them, I don't think they exsist... great write Dixie |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
Jimmy, my friend, you brought tears to my eyes this day...and I thank you.  Susan, I know you understand and I am grateful for you |
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