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From where the words come |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia 
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I sit here with my peace of mind; my quiet time of rest Then to me speak the voices that I’ve grown to know the best They seem to know just when to come and chat somewhat of day They seem to know my every thought and just of what to say There are many but they have no name or face that I can see They’re different with so many views, that all relate to me There are smart ones that do know it all and ones that need to know A mind so full of words to share and places I can go A joyous voice and one that’s sad, there’s one for every state Which all reside with point of view to humor me or grate There’s many I just leave within, I quiet them with time While others I accept and heed, then put them down as rhyme My words they come from life itself, from acts of me and many They come as gifts that we can share, worth more than any penny We each express our feelings; through words we voice our view And when the day does pass away, tomorrow brings anew My words come from my heart and soul; to paper when I cannot speak They dizzy me quite often and at times some leave me weak They come from early teachings, then granted so to use Each word, as if a sharing gift, that no-one should abuse From darkest chasms of the mind, the farthest distance of we know Be place of God or devil’s pit; the ever reaches that we go Words they come as curse or play, as vent or lessons that do stay From friend or foe, as on we go to get on with our day The words they come from human need, to somehow tell of who we are To share, to keep, with time to sleep, to reach and touch so near and far Words are what we craft and mould, share when ready to display They give a meaning to this life; they give us hope and much to say |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Rick~ If I could choose anything perfect to soak my thoughts in this day, it would be the ink of your penning~ 'My words they come from life itself, from acts of me and many They come as gifts that we can share, worth more than any penny' *sigh* You surely have written some of my thoughts here ... I believe that my mission in life, as I know it, is to SHARE all that I write~ Thank you, thank you for this post~ The entirety of it certainly speaks to me~ *Huglets*  ~*Marge*~ ~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~ Email - [email protected] |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
A joyous voice and one that’s sad, there’s one for every state Which all reside with point of view to humor me or grate There’s many I just leave within, I quiet them with time While others I accept and heed, then put them down as rhyme Great to see you back old mate and with such a great poem. You should post a lot more. Take care. Lindsay |
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Alison
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Rick, I have enjoyed your poetry since I first came to PiP - but this one touches me more than any other. You summed up the words and voices so well. Such a keeper, you have written. Thank you for sharing. Alison |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
My words come from my heart and soul; to paper when I cannot speak And this is the essence, so well expressed, dear Rick! A wonderful, extremely well crafted poem, with great thoughts displayed! Love, Margherita  |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Dear Marge, it is always so nice to read your replies my friend, you make the writing and sharing a pleasure, thank you so much. Lindsay my friend, great to read your reply here, thank you for always reading and taking the time to share you thoughts, thank you. Dear Margherita, I always enjoy reading your replies my friend, they touch my heart and inspire me to write more, thank you for that. To you all my friends, you are all loved and appreciated, thank you for being there all the time, take care and enjoy life. Rick Dear Alison, great to see you here my friend, your replies are keepers and much enjoyed thank you. |
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A Romantic Heart Member Ascendant
since 1999-09-03
Posts 5496Forever In Your Heart |
Rick, I am understanding your thoughts in this, very deep, thought provoking, this tickles my mind.... your best, one of my favorites, I have often pondered the same thoughts , about thoughts, lol! |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Dear ARH, love to tickly your mind my friend, thank you for your visit here and reply, always enjoy your company and words. Rick |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
From darkest chasms of the mind, the farthest distance of we know Be place of God or devil’s pit; the ever reaches that we go Words they come as curse or play, as vent or lessons that do stay From friend or foe, as on we go to get on with our day ~*~ This stanza hits me with particular angst, Rick; I only know it's good to see you writing again, even better knowing that you've got a group to converse with, to share with, and to spark another for the rest of us! And thank you for bringing Lindsay along! |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Dear Sunshine, Lindsay is a treat indeed, one of the kindest men you will meet, with a life time of stories to tell. I have not written much this year; my daughter is turning 18 and I have been doing up a vehicle for her and the time just gets away, I have only attended a few of our writing group sessions this year or else I would not have written a thing. Thank you for the visit my dear friend and the lovely comments you alway give. Take care and be well. Sincerely Rick |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
She was just 10 when you started with us, Rick. Where did the time go?  How exciting to get another one ready to leave the nest, so to speak. But don't worry, Dad, she will come home often enough to remind you just what a very lucky man you are! |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Dear Sunshine, you are right, where does the time go, just goes hey. I know she will be back and all that, a little sad, a little joyous too at times lol. Have a great day my friend. Rick |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Enjoyed...James |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Thank you James, enjoy seeing you reply Rick |
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