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steavenr
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0 posted 2008-04-22 07:21 PM


far removed from the heritage
of first beginnings
standing peering at the sea
ships of latent brigands
bearing burdens of establishment
founded colonies among
the lookers, peering

seeking freedom’s face
searing native lace
in the fires of compliance
a tear forms for that which was
a heart beats, a sigh appears
i peer as those before me
heritage aloof, askance
alone, native, undone


This was inspired by reading Artic Wind's "Symphony with the Wind" as my heritage is Cherokee (several generations back).


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Artic Wind
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since 2007-09-16
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1 posted 2008-04-22 07:46 PM


I am so happy that this was inspired by my "symphony with the Wind" poem! lol I am so happy

I really enjoyed this wonderful write!

ARCTIC WIND


shyvl
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since 2008-04-11
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texas, usa
2 posted 2008-04-22 11:00 PM


You told the tale so well with poignancy and bitter sweet regret on my part.  Thanks for the pleasure of reading your work
Outstanding
sharyn

Earth Angel
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since 2002-08-27
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3 posted 2008-04-23 12:40 PM


An emotionally stirring write! Very well-written.

Love & Native Light,
Linda

ThisDiamond
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since 2002-02-22
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Michigan, USA
4 posted 2008-04-23 07:57 AM


Founding inspiration stirs the heart to seek its own beat, among the gathered harmony of nature.  You elucidate well
Margherita
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5 posted 2008-04-23 08:07 AM


You have been beautifully inspired!

Such a heritage can never be ignored, it makes the heart and souls sigh and whisper, for too much beauty and wisdom has been lost and the longing for what was never ceases.

It is with such intense verses that you bring the spirit of the ancients to new life again.

Love,
Margherita

Earth Angel
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6 posted 2008-04-23 10:22 AM


I just came back to read this poem again. I would like to echo Margherita's eloquent reply!


Linda

gilead
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since 2008-03-10
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nevada, USA
7 posted 2008-04-23 04:03 PM


My family recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of our migration from the South to Southern Nevada. The theme of the event focused  on the meaning of heritage, and your poem shines new light on the subject in a very powerful way!

Art

Larrysmom
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since 2008-04-03
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Florida, USA
8 posted 2008-04-23 11:12 PM


Wow! So beautiful... Sad but so very strong is the spirit in this...


Tammy<333

Roniece Dawson-Bruce
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since 2000-01-29
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Sydney, Australia
9 posted 2008-04-24 11:28 PM


and you have shared your heritage with us so beautifully Steaven... love RDB

Be kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight.........

sewasham
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since 2006-09-11
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Oklahoma, USA
10 posted 2008-04-25 09:43 AM


A very nice piece. My ancestry is Cherokee as well. Thanks for a great read. Take care and Have fun. Steve


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