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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light 
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 Artist: John William Waterhouse Carnal Sins by Linda L. Dowd From mid of nite ‘til dawning morrow, Alone stoodst I, in weeping sorrow. Upon a hill laid bare by winds, ~ Wracked by guilt of carnal sins. With cloak of shame wrapped ‘round me tight, I felt bone chill of moonless night. Alone atop that barren tor, ~ Wanting to be never more. I knew ‘twas wrong ~ but mine flesh be weak, Protesting not ~ for I couldst not speak. Yielding to his uttering, ~ My heart beat in fluttering. Burning passion in his limpid eyes, Stirred glowing embers to flame arise. I rode a wave of carnal bliss, ~ Sealed by mine lover’s kiss. I be not free to love another, For I didst have mine wedded lover. Yet stirrings I’d not knownst before, ~ Opened up forbidden door. From mid of nite ‘til dawning morrow, Alone stoodst I, in weeping sorrow. Upon a hill laid bare by winds, ~ Wracked by guilt of carnal sins. . |
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Lori Grosser Rhoden Member Patricius
since 2009-10-10
Posts 10202Fair to middlin' of nowhere |
That was fantastic! The picture is perfect. The font is to die for. Excellent! Lori |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
Interesting poetry, and certainly well-written and delivered. In your next to last verse there is a line which could be taken two ways. The line, "For I didst have mine wedded lover." The reader (me) at first took it to mean the lover was married to another, but something made me go back and reread it and it could just as well be read that she had bedded her own husband, but that he stirred lustful passions she had never before experienced and is wondering if there is something wrong with her. Actually, I like the last interpretation better. Whatever, and however, it was a very good poem. ~ Look hard behind you and you'll be able to maneuver around the pitfalls ahead of you. ~ |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Lovely poem, picture and ambiance! Thank you, Linda. Owl |
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Richy Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 3050 |
You cannot be guilty of your emotions. Especially if you're already an angel... ! Beautiful Linda Lou!  |
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katahdin Senior Member
since 2010-07-01
Posts 1196ME. In the Shadow of the Mt. |
Just Beautiful and the picture was perfect, enjoyed very much! kat >^..^< |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Nice...James |
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Alison 
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
HG ~ I thought this was a wonderful story that did the art proud. I love Waterhouse paintings ~ and you took my imagination to another level with this poem. It's so darn good to have you back among us ~ weaving stories, tickling my senses, and just giving us the beauty that you share with us. Loving this and loving you. A |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Oh, that "forbidden door" ... how you let us peak into the heart of a woman of other times, dear Linda! You had an incredible inspiration by that beautiful impressive painting. And the language? So refined, just so apt to plunge into an atmosphere that brings back realities that were so true and gripping once upon a time. A true gem, dear Poetess. Thank you for sharing it with us. Love, Margherita |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Lori ~ Wow! Thanks for that enthusiastic response! Have a great day!   Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
JerryPat ~ Thank you for your thought-filled reply! That line that you referred to, "For I didst have mine wedded lover", is in reference to her husband and that is why she is feeling guilty for betraying him. Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
OWL ~ the venerable Wise One Greetings, Diana! I'm pleased that you had such a favourable response to my rather risque piece of writing! Love to you and your furry pals! Linda  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Richy ~ Aw, I'm not a real angel (as you well know!). I'm just a wannabe!  lolThanks for stopping by, Sweet Richard Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
kat ~ As Elvis Presley used to say, "Thank you! Thank you very much!" EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
James ~ Aloha, Hawaii Man! It was "nice" to hear from you! Linda [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (03-25-2011 11:16 AM).] |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Alison ~ If ever I'm having a down day, all I need to do is read some of your replies to my poetry and I'm flying high once again! You are such a warm and generous responder ~ and friend! Love you! Linder Lou the Holler Girl |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Maga Margherita la Seniorita que Bonita! Oh, my dear Dolphina, I loved your appraisal of my post in its entirety. I adore that dark, and somber painting. It took my poetry in another direction and I'm pleased that you find it appealing. Love you! Linda |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
You're a true romantic in such an appealing way, Linda. Enjoyed. Ida |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Linda...So wonderful to read you again. Such perfection from your pen, with a hint of naughtiness. Really Enjoyed...Paul ~~To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you~~ |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
You are so good Linda, I love your work, your artistry, your deep thoughts and sensitive heart. This is so pure and delightful, you write the beauty of human nature with a delicate pen. Brava woman!!! |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
This is Linda at her best - don't know how I could have missed it! A timeless story told with grace. Lovely dear Earth Angel! Hugs Helen |
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