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Amaryllis
Senior Member

since 2010-05-20

Posts 1306
Mi now

0 posted 2011-09-26 12:54 PM

These evenings sway gradual, warm as
the hollows within new-baked bread,
and as moist. We laugh like children.

You still hum that old Moe Bandy
to get me to roll my eyes.
Sometimes it's Prine.

When the storms shoulder in from the west,
salting the kitchen window
and swirling the firs like calypso,
then we'll sleep

take to our den like the badger, curling
about the other in musky slumber

but for now, we have these hours.

I brew a pot of colombian, I know
you like it strong.

Margherita
Member Seraphic

since 2003-02-08

Posts 22236
Eternity

1 posted 2011-09-26 03:59 AM

Both, the pleasure to see you here and the pleasure of reading such a wonderful poem by you, have sent deep emotions through and into my heart.

Your refined and exquisite poetry is a precious gift for the Pipsters.

Love,
Margherita

Alison

Member Rara Avis

since 2008-01-27

Posts 9318
Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy!

2 posted 2011-09-26 05:15 AM

This is one of those "wish I had written that" poems to me. It's good to read your words again. Thank you for this.

A

flash
Member

since 2010-11-28

Posts 213
miami beach, florida

3 posted 2011-09-26 05:26 AM

Quite innovative and well-written with stong emotional pull.

Enjoyed--even without my morning coffee!

Al

Nicole
Senior Member

since 1999-06-23

Posts 1835
Florida

4 posted 2011-09-26 06:21 AM

I enjoyed your imagery immensely; this sounds like a lovely evening, including the storms.

JerryPat2
Member Laureate

since 2011-02-06

Posts 16975
South Louisiana

5 posted 2011-09-26 07:58 AM

Mo Bandy? / Prine? / You brought back some memories with those two names.

You described a perfectly wonder, wonderful evening, strong coffee and all.

~~ Those who are silent are the first to be shot. ~~

Amaryllis
Senior Member

since 2010-05-20

Posts 1306
Mi now

6 posted 2011-09-26 10:38 AM

I want to thank each commenter, your kind words for the poem are encouraging!

Much appreciated,
Amaryllis

suthern

Member Seraphic

since 1999-07-29

Posts 20723
Louisiana

7 posted 2011-09-26 03:16 PM

You've captured togetherness and belonging... and done so beautifully! *S*

OwlSA
Member Rara Avis

since 2005-11-07

Posts 9347
Durban, South Africa

8 posted 2011-09-26 07:17 PM

Lovely, Amaryllis, as always.

Owl

Amaryllis
Senior Member

since 2010-05-20

Posts 1306
Mi now

9 posted 2011-09-26 07:36 PM

Thank you Suthern, Owl..!

Best,
Amaryllis

shelerellaSP
Junior Member

since 2011-08-12

Posts 42

10 posted 2011-09-27 01:32 AM

I love it when you feel as if you are in the midst of someone's story as they write a few concise lines. Beautifully done!

BluesSerenade
Member Patricius

since 2001-10-23

Posts 10549
By the Seaside

11 posted 2011-09-27 08:15 PM

Your poetry has such a unique aroma all it's own.

Gosh it's good to read you again, A~

Amaryllis
Senior Member

since 2010-05-20

Posts 1306
Mi now

12 posted 2011-09-27 08:41 PM

Thanks so much, shel! Glad it put you there

Aw thanks Blues! Its been way too long!

Best,
A

Richy
Member Elite

since 2003-05-03

Posts 3050

13 posted 2011-09-27 09:39 PM

Your poetry always gives me such a smile.

Soo nice to read you again.

Amaryllis
Senior Member

since 2010-05-20

Posts 1306
Mi now

14 posted 2011-09-27 09:43 PM

Thanks so much Richy! I've been away too long

Best,
A

JL
Member Ascendant

since 2004-04-01

Posts 6128
Texas, USA

15 posted 2011-09-28 08:12 PM

"When the storms shoulder in from the west,
salting the kitchen window
and swirling the firs like calypso,
then we'll sleep"

Wow!
Aw struck by your entire write, but this verse was absolutely wonderful.

Enjoyed
JL

Love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul,and with all your mind. Love your neighbor as yourself.
Maranatha!

katahdin
Senior Member

since 2010-07-01

Posts 1196
ME. In the Shadow of the Mt.

16 posted 2011-09-28 08:18 PM

Glad to read you again, welcome back! Enjoyed!
Kat >^..^<

Amaryllis
Senior Member

since 2010-05-20

Posts 1306
Mi now

17 posted 2011-09-28 11:44 PM

Thanks JL and Kat!

Much appreciated..

Best,
Amaryllis

Krawdad
Member Elite

since 2001-01-03

Posts 2597

18 posted 2011-09-28 11:58 PM

I like the feel of this one.

But, I wonder if badgers aren't a bit too feisty for that? It is a neat thought, if they would.

Amaryllis
Senior Member

since 2010-05-20

Posts 1306
Mi now

19 posted 2011-09-29 12:04 PM

Thanks, Krawdad.. actually I chose 'badger' because 'bear' was too common and predictable...as to feisty? Knowing us, that makes the simile all the more apt!

Best,
Amaryllis

Michael

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Member Rara Avis

since 1999-08-13

Posts 7666
California

20 posted 2011-09-29 02:34 PM

I dare say , this poem is as satisfying as the coffee you mention. Well done.

Michael

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