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Poetry in Peace (PiP)
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Poetry in Peace (PiP) |
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Alison 
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! 
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This place called PiP offers me peace I call it “Peace in Poetry” On lazy, Sunday coffee-mornings I read poetry silently Familiar names greet me here And those friends I have not yet met I read your words and feel your pain Or share laughter I won’t forget I don’t consider myself much of a poet I simply write words that dance in my head But you reach me with generosity My confidence grows with the words you’ve said Breathing is hard when I post a poem What will you see when it reaches your eyes Then my breath escapes with a smile Sincere friendship fills me with each reply So I will keep on writing and sharing In this PiP place where I now feel at home Each of you makes me want to remain here I am no longer a poet alone Thank you. Alison |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
so many would agree with you  M |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Alison...This is an amazing place. Thank you for being a part of it. |
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faithmairee Senior Member
since 2011-01-05
Posts 1441Poe Haven, USA |
This is really beautiful. Thank you for being here. You help make this place special. There must be a poem in here somewhere. |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
I loved reading your heart here, Alison in this beautiful, tiptoe poem. Yes, I too, find peace that, in W B Yeats' voice, "comes dropping slow" here. May I suggest that you read the works of Alison, formerly Aziza, in a poetry forum called Pip. You will find that she is so obviously a born and excellent poet so you will have to change your opinion expressed in the 9th line of your poem - I'm not suggesting that you change the poem - just your opinion. Smiles. Your poem is seasoned with the same delightful herbs as one of my all-time favourites, 'Dedication' by Longfellow. Owl [This message has been edited by OwlSA (02-27-2011 06:35 PM).] |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
Alison ... you are one of the most 'serious talents' that graces "P.I.P.-land" by the cyber-sea! |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
well phrased and beautifully consigned in tribute... |
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Alison
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Thank you, M ~ Therein lies the beauty of PiP. A - Martie, I thank you, and so many others, for welcoming me and encouraging me to stay a few years ago. xoxoxo Alison - Thank you, faithmairee. As have you. Alison - Hey Owl ~ Oh that aziza. She was smart enough to stay and bring "Alison" to join the fold. Thank you, sweet friend. Alison (once known as "aziza") - Bruce, There are no words to express how deeply I am touched by your words. You have become a good friend. Thank you. Alison - Thank you very much, Steaven. Alison |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
quote: What I see when you post a poem it's as a friend across the table so maybe in your wildest dreams someday we'll meet, when we are able...  |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Good decision, keep writing and stick around. We'll all be better off with you posting here. This is very tastefully written I must sincerely express. Take Care Eric |
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Nareena Member
since 2011-02-17
Posts 51BC, Canada |
I've only been here for a while but I always keep an eye out for your name; even if I don't reply I always read  |
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Lori Grosser Rhoden Member Patricius
since 2009-10-10
Posts 10202Fair to middlin' of nowhere |
Alison you make Pipin' fun! I share your feelings about this blue buffet. Lori |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
I hope to see even more comments about this talented 'poet'/photographer (and this particular 'write' specifically) ... from the grand folks who traverse the fine blue sands of "P.I.P.-land" by the cyber-sea?! |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
yes, this is a home indeed so many years...so many words and memories and friends |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Alison....Alison...hmmm...the name rings a bell. Oh, yes!!! The poetess who was going to post here entry in the workshop!!!  No one belongs here more than you, Alison. After all, you ARE a real PIP! Love you...  |
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Richy Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 3050 |
Oh Ali sweet friend, I wish I would have read this earlier please forgive me for my tardiness... Now you listen here my little Eskimo Pie (hey that wasn't bad haha) there are many boards, slats, laths and sheaths that make up this big blue house, but you are one of the support beams that hold it all together... in fact, you're a cantilever beam, why, because as far as we're concerned we, can't, fathom to, leave her, and, you, cant leave, us either, ever. So there you have it. To twist and use an old yankee stadium saying, this is, the house that truth built. The truth of friendship, compassion, love, and sanctuary. And the peacefulness of poetry from so many wonderful human beings, just like you. Now you just keep writing those words to help brace this whole frame up... she may be getting a little weatherworn around the edges, but she's solid, just like the warm fellowship, of our solidarity. Love you girly. Oh and by the way I'm the chimney of the house because I'm always full of hot air, but then thats just when I'm trying to be playful and, rich. (((You))) |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
Dear Alison - I read this earlier and really thought I had replied - must be an age thing. I think you capture a lot of what most of us feel about PiP and you have done it so very well. I have been here for many years now and have enjoyed every moment. I felt so much and saw so much and wrote so much and now - well, perhaps I'm done. I do know, however, that habits are hard to break. Thank you for being part of PiP! Helen |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Alison, as just a reader I need to tell you your poetry is indeed welcome and all your fun stories and jokes.You are a girl of humour and love, and we all relate to that. Your photos and poetry to match are always welcomed and you as one of the PIP family members can never be replaced. jo |
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2islander2 Member Ascendant
since 2008-03-12
Posts 6825by the sea |
hello Alison, this is fantastic, I was just telling this afternoon that before poets were alone with their pen and couldn't share except with a book, times have changed and with help of the web we can won share poetry with a lot of people, I am honored to know you and to have read the delicious poem POETRY IN PEACE. have a nice day yann |
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Alison
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Thank you all so much. We hang out in a pretty special place and I treasure so many of you. I wish I could express how much I do. Thinking of my PiP friends tonight. Love, Alison |
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