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1slick_lady Member Ascendant
since 2000-12-22
Posts 6088standing on a shadow's lace 
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Squeeze sometimes before I fall asleep I ponder all the secrets I had to keep and wonder why I didn’t tell pretending the ocean was in a shell lately I seem to just toss and turn a private hell in which I burn finding all the rocks that are in my bed I come undone pulled by this thread disappointment sneaks up when begun for all mistakes can’t be undone advice are words easier than it appears I just wish to crawl underneath my tears they can’t wash away these fragile spaces I am sad,sad,sad and hate it’s embraces "I'm so hard to handle |
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Klassy Lassy Member Elite
since 2005-06-28
Posts 2187Oregon |
 You touched my heart with this one... to feel things unravel and wonder if they will ever be knit in sync again... This poem is so human and honest. We can't speak everything, and a conch can only hold the impressions and echoes of sussurance, not always the truth of a tempest.~KL |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
Slick... I steal the leaves from fall-red trees knowing spring will bring them back, turn each one into a heart and lay a path for you to walk – a path of inner-soul awakened, inner-peace, where the first thing you love is yourself. . . and from there I pray all your tears will be diamonds, and your heart sought by all who see your sparkle. In an age where love is sometimes illusive and sometimes seems just out of reach, it's never completely gone, because I, in my humble, crazy way, still Love you . . . till something better comes your way. One more time, look at the moon, my friend, and see my smile… Jimmy |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
This vervent poem makes me want to cry ~ and give you a loving "squeeze" and tell you that everything is going to be all right ~ which, it usually does in one way or another. I have experienced those kinds of nights like that in the past (with the odd one creeping up on me at times). Now, when I go to bed, I say one Big "Thank You!" for all my blessings and push everything out of my mind. I literally "Let go and let God" handle my problems. My prayers at night used to go on and on and on ~ with me thanking for this ~ praying for that...I couldn't get to sleep! I now fall asleep faster than a church mouse during a boring sermon! lol I hit the pillow ~ say "Thank You" ~ and I'm out like a light most nights! Bed is my oasis and my time to rest, relax, and recuperate. I don't sleep long ~ but I sleep DEEPLY. (I happen to enjoy the nights ~ and the mornings!  Sleep well, my friend! You owe it to yourself. Zzzz Zzzz  With love and compassion, Linda   |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
I know this feeling, Helen and don't know why it comes in waves...an overwhelming feeling of need and accomplishing that which one wishes would come easier. M |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
This is so sad and I know this feeling too, Helen. Sending you a hug. Ida |
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Mysteria 
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I had days like this where you could have blown me over with a feather. Those are the days strangely enough that eventually make you the strongest, and the most resilient. |
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ken206573 Member
since 2008-10-14
Posts 487 |
I luv your poetic rhyme, and I as well feel this way once in a while. This truly speaks of the heart,and soul  |
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Goldenrose Member Elite
since 2003-05-30
Posts 3665 |
A sad poem but well written, hope you are happier soon, thank you for sharing... 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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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
pretending the ocean was in a shell There's so much sadness in your words... but there is immense beauty as well. Who among us hasn't dreamed, only to find ourselves in a nightmare instead? This reminds me so much of the picture you once used... you know the one. *S* Someday soon, I hope the ocean you hear wets your toes and tugs your skirt... and invites you to dance in joy. *S* |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Dear Helen, I would like to second all that Linda said my dear, I think it was very good advice. Good luck for the future. love and a big hug. Lindsay |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Yo dear Helen, Take it easy Hon. Forget all those mistakes that can't be undone. There's nothing that can be done about them. Forget them, and move ahead. Love Bobby |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Fine writing...James |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
helen - the worst will pass, it always does. At times it seems like not, but it will. Wish you well... BC |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
Helen, I do so adore you. Because I get it. "too bad ignorance isn't painful" |
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Soul snatcher Junior Member
since 2009-11-24
Posts 29 |
It is very painful to live alone and harbor all our hurts and pains in our hearts..but to find someone that will understand and therefore know and love you is a life complete.. Your expression is beautiful Slick.. Ss |
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Alison
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Sometimes, I read here and just want to sit down with the person who wrote the poem I just read. We could sip some hot tea and just be silent or share some of these heart secrets. Wish we could sit and have a cup of tea. A |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
"pretending the ocean was in a shell" Helen you inspire me and I too would love to share a cup of tea with you. |
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