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Silver Strand of Time
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Silver Strand of Time |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside 
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~*~ Where storms once hurled themselves with fierce gusts dark reflections of a woman went beyond me. Hours turned into days and years threatening to break me. Thrashing to catch my breath I threw myself overboard to hide my tears in the wake of my weeping and silent cries. I shudder to think I was sinking. An unnatural descent that would carry over to places I've never been before. Floundering in my private nightmare I hung on for dear life. How naive I was to think I could take on the elements and the gravity that was pulling me under swallowing the emptiness, consumed by the unkown and the mystery that lie beneath. I tremble when I recall the helpless downward spiral and the irony of icy blue water that left me numb. I was hanging in the balance standing so close to the edge makes me shiver. That same shoreline is pristine as I remember the nightmare all but forgotten in the drift of time I've left it behind save for the stars and the moonlit sky. Breathing deeply the ocean plays me. Every wave, a rendition of hope ever after. The salt in my wounds are reminders of the distance between here and now because that's all there is. There is a certain fragile state of my own affairs laid bare in the heart of me. I relish the summer wind blowing love in all directions. my heart more brazen perhaps. I have made my peace. While my steps are more timid I am grateful to leave them behind for someone who has been there, who may chance to walk the same silver strand of time, without regret or recompense. As fog rises over warm water living proof that life is as it was meant to be. And so I breathe and count my every blessing. ~*~ (oh goodness, it's been a very long time, thanks for baring with me here) |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
Blues my friend, I will have to get back to this write of yours - must meet a commitment in a few minutes, but did want you to know I read it. Missed your voice around here my friend - seeing it's still as strong as ever,too. More later...gotta run now.... jimmy |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Well hi there jwesley~ Thanks so much for stopping by, I sure appreciate your thoughfulness. |
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Richy Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 3050 |
Oh Bluesy, I was just about to dive in there for a second, but I knew that you had to sink or swim if you were ever going to know that you could survive, and be complete, again. Please, don’t try that again. Even though the sea and the shore belong to you, you, and your spirit, in all ways that are pure, belong to us. I’m glad the waves, brought you home, safely, and that, your life is now, what it was meant to be. I’m so glad to read you once again too. Tonight, I will sleep soundly, rocked by the gentle swells of the lone sea, in my mind. Rich |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
Oh Wow! That's a keeper... and so are you my friend. Welcome home! ;0 |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
The Bluesy One has returned! You weathered the storm and can now thankfully put it all behind you! May it be clear sailing from here on in!  I've missed you! ~ and your poetry! Giving you an extra warm, welcome-back hug, Linda  |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
That a girl. You go Lori! I'm delighted to see you. Missed you tons.  If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Dear Richy, thank you so much for your sweet reply. It means a lot to me, and I am deeply touched. Sweet dreams to you~ Hey TD~ Who ever said you can't go home again had it all wrong. Thanks for being here for me. Earth Angel~ I've missed you and your upbeat attitude. Thank you for taking the time to read me. You're a sweetie~ Oh boy, I'm happy now!! I like it when you sneak up on me like that. Thanks Larry, it's so good to hear from you. |
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Alison
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Whoa! I love this - keep starting at the top and reading again. There is such a feeling of hope - almost of redemption - in your words. Welcome back - I hope that you keep sharing with us. Alison |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Thank you for reading Alison, You are spot on to recognize the hope and redemption. I just try to remmeber that everyone has there own battles to fight. Thanks again. |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
. . . you know, although it’s from a great distance, I always had a crush on you – your words, your picture, the tears of your heart – the laughter, when it came . . . and then you were gone. Yet, I still had memories, and though they were singular, they were real. Not that I went back and re-read your words, or looked at your picture . . . it’s not that kind of a crush. I have a crush on life, in particular, the souls of humanity, and like any, I favor some above all. You were always a favorite, and it’s good to read you again, to see laughter in your eyes. After re-reading this piece, and a few of your newer ones in the archives that I’d missed by not being here . . . well, you really didn’t leave much to say – you covered it all, very nicely. Besides, I always look forward to your writing – nice or not, but then, when where your pieces ever, not nice. Peace, my friend – and my heart, as always, wishing you well. j. |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
hey Bluesy! Welcome back.. love this...so true to life. "too bad ignorance isn't painful" |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
Bluesy, There's so much in your poem that I can relate to although not in the physical sense. To come out of a spiral and be able to count one's blessings is perhaps the purpose of the spiral. I'm learning to say "thank you" more often these days. It's so nice to see you back here and I look forward to reading more from you. We go back a few years and if not for you I wouldn't be here on these blue pages. Thank you for that, Bluesy gal. There are times when pip has been and will probably continue to be a life saver. Poets (and I'm not yet sure I'm one of those remarkable individuals) hold hands in a wonderful way. It's a pleasure to take your hand again. Hugs Helen |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
quote: Wonderful write, dear Lori. I also love the title you chose, it really contains the healing touch! Love, Margherita |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
It's wonderful to see you again, Lor~~ And to read your positive thoughts. Hoping all is well.  M |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Gosh, I'm all emotional now!! I don't know what to say. You all make me feel right at home again, and I thank you, sincerely. jwesley~ It's been a long time since anyone has made me blush. You're too sweet. I guess my writing is straight from the heart because I don't know any other way. That isn't always a good thing mind you. The last few years have not been kind. But I'm well aware that my situation is not unique. Life goes on and I feel lucky. I can't begin to tell you how much I appreciate your nice reply. Thank you~ Hey Susan~ It's good to see your name here, thanks for reading my woe is me poetry~ Helen Dear~ You are certainly one of those remarkable poets, and then some. I have always admired your style and the emotions that make up your poetry. It is refreshing, and so often you lift my spirits when I need it most. You're very special, lady Sunday~ Hi Margherita~ Thanks for letting me know you were here, and for liking my title. I read somewhere on these blue pages, that the title and the closing of a poem are very very important things to remember. Hmmmm, sometimes I forget to remember that. Many thanks to you~ Maureen~ How does it go, I know that you know what I know....or something like that! My brain is fuzzy these days. I am on the mend, and hopefully it will stay that way for a very long time. Seems like forever since I posted a poem, I've always been a wannabe poet anyway, but hey, it works for me. Hugs to you, sweet one~ |
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Dark Stranger Member Patricius
since 2001-03-19
Posts 13631West Coast |
ms bluezy, nice to see you back where you belong...here...enjoyed your vision here too |
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rad802 Member
since 2008-04-19
Posts 279KY U.S.A. |
This is the first time I have been able to find anything of yours. Nice Have you ever read Joni Mitchell, Niel Finn or Todd Rundgren's stuff? Rick Delmonico |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
gosh! it's so nice to read you again! please write on! |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
good read  |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Dear Mr. Mosey~ Thanks a lot for looking, gentleman friend~ Hey hey, I'm flattered! Yep I've heard of Joni Mitchell, or did you think she was before my time?? Huh huh?  NOT! I haven't listened to the other guys much, but I've heard of them. I appreciate you enlightening me. I'm always looking for a new song to sing, so thanks rad man~ it's great to see you here.Dixie~ Oh I'll try to keep writing, if my muse would only give me a clue!! Thanks a lot for reading~ vandana~ I am always pleased to hear from you, thank you~ |
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Richy Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 3050 |
Okay, I come back to reread your poem and you have but yet another wonderful picture of yourself to share. Just like many of us do in our heart, the sun seems to enjoy kissing you as well. But then Bluesy, you would glow, even without that butterscotch tan. Rich |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Ok then, glad you brought that up. But you didn't have to go and bump me up for goodness sakes. I was having a bad hair day in the other picture....my head looked lopsided and I do not do, lopsided do's. Thanks, yer a doll~ |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
this is amazing...simply amazing |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Lori, I've been checking "By the seaside" as your profile indicates and can't find you. Any chance you'll email me? Miss ya'. If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, |
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Robert Frazier Senior Member
since 2003-02-06
Posts 1014 |
It's been awhile, Lori...but well worth the wait! so many touching, deep lines and some that sweep over, like " . . . the summer wind blowing love in all directions" Sigh, Robert |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
..."It's been a long time since anyone has made me blush.".... YOU blush, should have been pushing this pen!!! Even if all the words ARE true! j. |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
I am glad that you came back so i could read your Poetry! ARCTIC WIND |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
"How naive I was to think I could take on the elements and the gravity that was pulling me under swallowing the emptiness, consumed by the unkown and the mystery that lie beneath." Naive to believe you could beat the absolutes? I dunno, I think you just needed to figure out that you didn't have to fight anything. Just let those beautiful, blue waters flow as they will, sit back with a tall, cold drink and let the scenes print photos in your head. Have missed ya, Bluesy. Seems the time's done well by you. |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Lori!! I am so glad I got in here to see this.... welcome home dear, I've been hoping you would get back in soon. I tried to email you but wasn't sure I still had the correct addey. It pleases me so to see you here....to read you again...Your words have been so terribly missed. YOU, have been, so terribly missed. Much love to you, and peace. Hugs, D |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Thanks for your amazing reply steavenr, I appreciate it. Hugs Larry~ Sighin' right back at you, Robert Frazier. So nice of you to stop by. Now now, go easy on your pen jwesley~ I prefer blushing over a hot flash any day. How kind of you to say so Arctic Wind. I'm glad I came back too. What a nice surprise this is!! Thank you so much Duncan~ Hi Donna~ I'm touched by your sweet reply. I've missed you and your gentle ways. Thank you, dear heart~ |
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