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waiting for fireflies |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia 
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Sitting in the afterglow of a searing summer day sipping a cool one, feet up on a lounge chair, waiting for flickering fireflies to hover over blooming flower beds. I take the luxury of a mauve moment to ponder the poetry of life. Chippie the resident chipmunk rushes off to his hidden drain-pipe cubby hole as overweight Robin searches frantically for a late night moveable feast. Time stretches into eternity. My mind savors these precious moments as if they were pure amber honey gifted by benevolent nectar gods, waiting for flickering fireflies. |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Yo Kacy, This is a nice poem. I think we have fireflies here in the city. I've seen them late at night. Love Bobby |
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Billie Cullimore Member
since 2009-03-27
Posts 315 |
We don't have the same kind of fire flies out west where I have lived most of my life, but for a time I lived in New Jersey and we would watch for them just as you have done in your very nice poem. Billie C. |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
quote: Oh my, how beautiful, dear Kacy! One of those moments to share, no doubt. And I thank you for this! Love and hugs. Margherita  |
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Oklahoma Rose Senior Member
since 2008-02-28
Posts 1586Oklahoma USA |
The last time I saw a flickering firefly was, when I lived out in the country. I enjoyed this wonderful poem. |
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Marc-Andre Senior Member
since 2008-12-07
Posts 501 |
Much enjoyed, especially the first stanza, where I'd end the poem. Still, a delightful read. Mark |
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Chalmette Guy Senior Member
since 2009-03-11
Posts 1257Louisiana |
I have recently seen fireflies for the first time in a long time. I missed them. And I love this reminder to sit back and enjoy them. |
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Goldenrose Member Elite
since 2003-05-30
Posts 3665 |
Kacy.... this poem is like siting alongside you as you see the wild and beautiful things of nature....how much can we see if we just watch for a little while during our busy scheduled life? Thank you for this... Goldenrose. Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength,while loving someone deeply gives you courage. Lao Tzu 6th century BC. |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Oh, my! Kacy! This was a perfect, perfect moment! Like spending time with Flicka; like reading his cloud messages and discussing them with him - especially the beautiful ones today; and is pure, unadulterated joy! I have read it 3 times and enjoyed it more each time! This is living life to the full. So many people get it wrong, but you get it oh so right! Thank you for the peace and joy this brings! Owl |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Oh, and just to say I remember your wonderful poem about a mauve moment too! It was great to be reminded of it in this poem. Owl |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
I love this.Flickering Fireflies. Check yur e-maill, jo |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Look at all the poets who cherish fireflies! Thanks for sitting with me to catch the night show. We've only had a few fireflies visit but it's been a very soggy June so far. A shy elusive toad is hanging around somewhere among the rocks and plants. Summer...yes, it is definitely summer! |
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ctowen Member Elite
since 2001-10-18
Posts 2286Green Mountains of VT |
As a kid we use to run around the cow pasture with gallon jars, chasing the twinkling stars in glee before settling down for a night under clear skies .... of course we would release them after dark, blending into the Heavens! Thank you for the memory!! : ) (again!) Craig |
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Chalmette Guy Senior Member
since 2009-03-11
Posts 1257Louisiana |
midnite...when you're from the deep south, you learn to look forward to the Fall. Summers go on forever in its miserable wanton heat. |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
If only I have the energy to stay awake long enough in the evening to catch a fireflie view~~ lovely as always  M |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
I do not have fireflies, but I can count on you. I'm so sorry you're not feeling well, but I wanted you to know I can still see your spark. (and oooooooooooh, I was visited by a sphynx moth last night...and that has happened for years.) a good sign Love you lady.  |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
The "poetry of life" indeed! ... [this 'write' is a fine universalistic and impressionistic expression of said] sustained applause for this fine summer eve. 'penning' !! |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
we are very lucky to be able to savor these precious moments, and your writing...simply lovely and I gotta tell you, I'm so relaxed now, I think I'll go take a nap...sigh... well done.. Lee J. |
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Krawdad Member Elite
since 2001-01-03
Posts 2597 |
We are so in want of patience and observation we fail to enjoy and savor the small things - to our peril Thanks, Kacy, for all your patience and your observations. I'm waiting for them too! I enjoy them even more now then when I was a kid. e |
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A Romantic Heart Member Ascendant
since 1999-09-03
Posts 5496Forever In Your Heart |
Oh I love fireflies, I used to catch them in a jar when I was little, just for that evening and then when I was going to bed, I would let them all fly and be free out through my bedroom window.... maybe I'll come over one evening and we could sit and have a cup of sweet tea, lemonade and just sit back and wacth the beauty all around us.... ~ARH |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
"the luxury of a mauve moment" ...I might not fully understand what a mauve moment might be, but you write to make it truly desirable...thanks for sharing |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Thank you for sharing this beautil, magical moment, Kacy. Ida |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Kacy, please say Hi to that darling little toad from Auntie Di from sunny South Africa. Owl |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Hi Di! I scared the poor little toad when I moved the rock he was under. No problem though, he just found another rock nearby. |
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Heart2Heart Senior Member
since 2009-05-15
Posts 738Scotland/Norway |
Oh yes I love those mauve moments when there is time for a little reflection. Loved this one :-) Heart2Heart |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Kacy I have taken so long to respond to this, because I was hunting for a picture I took in Kit's backyard in Ontario. I had never seen a firefly before, and was determined to catch one and bring it home. Well that we know would be impossible, but nonetheless I was determined, so off I went. I caught one alright, and then it was either Ron or Nan told me their bootie is what lights up and I had only that in my hand. Eweeee.  Anyway you brought back one of the fondest memories I have in my collection. Sitting in that yard with it literally on fire with little lights is right up there with the sandman. Beautiful poem, I kept it for our family time capsule. Carpe' Diem, Mysteria |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
 to thanks!Sharon, thank you for the photo and the story, and the honor of being in the time capsule! |
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