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Mark Bohannan
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In the winds of Cherokee song

0 posted 2008-10-28 04:12 PM

An Eternity of Thoughts

Enticing are the eyes that probe the sensations of this soul
Grasping at desires that crave the dance of indulgence play
Taunting each level of my passion with a mesmerizing stroll
Across a shore of shadows within Neptune's sapphire spray

Hesitant are the breaths whispering in the breeze of thought
Swirling to a tempo of island songs found in twilight delight
Margarita courage ushers the words our hearts have sought
Bringing them to a dance floor where tides caress the night

Sand dune recliners offer their arms for comforting embrace
With a map of constellations tracing the journey we will seek
Resolutions of propensity linger on lips of palm to palm face
As a warmth of intensity rises and reluctance becomes weak

An eternity of thoughts swirl in these brief moments of gaze
Where glimpses become paths between eyes locked in play
A single kiss can unlock boundaries spoken in silent phrase
When whispers are chained to the antics of passionate sway

Mark Christopher

[This message has been edited by Mark Bohannan (10-28-2008 06:18 PM).]

Sunshine

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Listening to every heart

1 posted 2008-10-28 04:14 PM

What warmth an icy margarita can bring.

Welcome home...

Janette

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Chicagoland for now

2 posted 2008-10-28 04:22 PM

Oh! I adore the smooth whisper of this romantic write.

Enjoyed.

Janette

always seeking joy, adventure and romance and wishing you find the same

Ceinwyn
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3 posted 2008-10-28 04:23 PM

I wouldn't mind having one of those moments *sigh* lovely and definitely romantic..

The only time we waste is the time we spend thinking we are alone.

Bill Charles
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highways, & byways, for now

4 posted 2008-10-28 04:36 PM

Mark - excellent write. Glad I stopped by for a read...

BC

Dark Stranger
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West Coast

5 posted 2008-10-28 04:59 PM

I can see her reading this and drawing your name in the sand...enjoyed it amigo

Artic Wind
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Realm of Supernatural

6 posted 2008-10-28 05:17 PM

lol Enjoyed the Write!!!~

ARCTIC WIND

Mark Bohannan
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In the winds of Cherokee song

7 posted 2008-10-28 05:50 PM

Kari - Warmth comes from many sources. Thank you

Janette - Thank you very much for enjoying the whisper.

Ceinwyn - I hope you find one of those moments for yourself and I am glad you found it lovely

Bill- Thank you for stopping by and for the nice comment

Dark - always enjoy your visits and I thank you.

Artic - Thank you. Glad you enjoyed.

Earth Angel
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Realms of Light

8 posted 2008-10-28 06:08 PM

Dear Passion Poet, I like the way you think ~ and write!

Linda

steavenr
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9 posted 2008-10-28 06:18 PM

"Resolutions of propensity linger on lips of palm to palm face
As a warmth of intensity rises and reluctance becomes weak"

neat lines with excellent word choices and interesting thoughts...well crafted

Mysteria

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10 posted 2008-10-28 09:18 PM

Where glimpses become paths between eyes locked in play
A single kiss can unlock boundaries spoken in silent phrase

That Mark is my favorite type of conversation

This was so lovely.

LindsayP
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11 posted 2008-10-28 09:41 PM

Great write Mark, so much enjoyed. Take a bow with this one my friend.

Lindsay

Greeneyes

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In Your Poetic Mind

12 posted 2008-10-28 11:05 PM

so good to read you again...

hope all has been well for you!

~~**~~
I never let one moment define me,
I define myself by all moments and how they teach and touch me......02

BluesSerenade
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By the Seaside

13 posted 2008-10-29 11:52 PM

Hesitant are the breaths whispering in the breeze of thought
Swirling to a tempo of island songs

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
The breeze does indeed become the wind in the very best way,
like an endless swirl of delight.  I'm not kiddin' your poetry
takes my breath away.  I get the feeling of drifting between
hot and cool pockets of air, and each is a rush leaving a hush in it's aftermath.

You have such a wonderful talent Mark,
and a way of taking your readers, "there"

Mark Bohannan
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In the winds of Cherokee song

14 posted 2008-10-30 02:38 PM

Linda - Thank you and I like that you like what I write.

steavenr - Thank you and I appreciate you pointing a some lines you liked.

Mysteria - Some of my favorite conversations as well.  Thank you.

Lindsay - Thank you very much.  I am glad you enjoyed.

Greeneyes - All is well here and I hope for you also.  Thank you kindly.

Lori - If my words took you there then I am elated that you found that journey.  Thank you so much for your always kind words.

Gentle Spirit
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15 posted 2008-10-30 04:57 PM

It would appear that I popped in to visit at just the right time Mark. What a treat to read you again and as always, what beauty you have gifted to your readers.

Reading you is like finding a small present hidden away that when found, makes one smile. I hope that you are well m'friend. ~D

Mark Bohannan
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In the winds of Cherokee song

16 posted 2008-10-31 10:49 AM

Gentle Spirit - Thank you for those kind comments and if you found a gift in it then I am honored.

Marsha

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17 posted 2008-11-01 11:34 AM

Mark, it is so seldom I get the chance to pop into PiP's these days, lucky for me that I chose today. A very intricate poem, full of internal rhythm, reminds me of why I enjoyed your writings.

Would it be possible to show this to my tutor, I’m almost certain he would appreciate the internal structure? He is doing his Masters, and this is definitely something he would find interesting.

thanks
Marsha

Tomorrow is another day I don't know what it holds
but I can face the future with courage brave and bold

Footprints In My Heart
Kethry

Magnus

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18 posted 2008-11-01 04:55 PM

You do have a way with words..Such poetic
visions, awesome.

Robert E. Jordan
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

19 posted 2008-11-01 07:29 PM

Yo Mark Bohannan,

This has fairly decent end rhymes.

It's a nice looking tiger.

Bobby

serenity blaze
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20 posted 2008-11-01 07:29 PM

I found myself lost in the title alone.

"an eternity of thoughts"

That had me spinning a bit (and I'd only quibble at the pluralization of thoughts, because...)

if you consider that eternity is not in actuality what we have inaccurately re-defined as a very long time, is more accurately, timelessness. Add the singularity of thought, you'd have a moment of NOW and not then, and that, as I know you know, is zen.

And then, poof, awarenesss of zen and it all disappears...thwack

I realize my take on it is probably not your intention, but I had a zen moment (oooh, just had another one) while reading.

grins and hugs

Enjoyed

suthern

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21 posted 2008-11-06 02:00 PM

Sand dune recliners offer their arms for comforting embrace
With a map of constellations tracing the journey we will seek

Choosing favorite lines is difficult when the whole is so cohesive, but I love the images these evoke. *S* Margarita courage or not, such bravery is worth finding. *S*

Beautiful work!

Mark Bohannan
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In the winds of Cherokee song

22 posted 2008-11-06 02:24 PM

Marsha - Thank you and you may show it if you wish.

Magnus - Awesome is such a great compliment.  I do thank you sir.

Robert - I am glad you enjoyed the end rhymes.  Thank you.

Karen - I do so appreciate it when you elaborate and you make a good point.  I may have to tell the voices in my head to stop all talking at once then maybe I can enjoy those zen moments of single focus.  Thank you dear one.

Ruth - As you know, I myself am partial to those sand dune recliners myself.  Thank you much for the visit.

Bridget Shenachie
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23 posted 2008-11-07 04:07 AM

Wow! You are gifted! Such a romantic poem with such beautiful images. I was there...The sand fly in the corner...

Bridget

ethome
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24 posted 2008-11-07 06:31 PM

Love it!

Nice touch....You have a eloquent way of putting hings.

Eric

IF YOU HAVE TO JUDGE SOMEONE DO IT ON THE SIDE OF MERCY AND LET TIME SEASON THE RESULTS.

Mark Bohannan
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In the winds of Cherokee song

25 posted 2008-11-10 04:06 PM

Bridget - Thank you very much. Sometimes being a sand fly can be rewarding.

Ethome - I thank you kind sir and if you found it elequent then I am honored.

Charisma

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lost in blue pages

26 posted 2008-11-10 05:44 PM

As always a pleasure to read your beautiful thoughts. I enjoyed the read very much.

Theresia

Margherita
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Eternity

27 posted 2008-11-10 06:54 PM

quote:
Where glimpses become paths between eyes locked in play

Such romantic scenery, dear Mark, wonderfully rendered. Makes me want to linger and stargaze for a while.

Love,
Margherita

"Love is the One who masters all things;
I am mastered totally by Love."
(Rumi)

Mark Bohannan
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In the winds of Cherokee song

28 posted 2008-11-14 04:09 PM

Theresia - And always a pleasure to have you visit. I am glad you enjoyed and I thank you.

Margherita - Stargazing can be quite peaceful and I do appreciate you always picking your favorite line. Thank you kindly.

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