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Bleak and Bliss
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Bleak and Bliss |
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Namyh Senior Member
since 2009-01-20
Posts 988 |
Bleak and Bliss On the slope of a hilltop, a steep mountain did drop down to the rapids of a river named Syn. Panic in the rain's roar plunged on its slanted floor. Bleak, on a horse of bones, galloped down the wind. Behind, Greed and Envy rode their palomino steeds with Wrath next to Lust, and Chaos in the night. To a town called Choice raced Bleak and his marauders 'cross a moon where horses shine skinless in the light. Daylight would be coming soon, sizzling hot the sand dunes. Faith, Hope and Charity waited dawn's light to kiss. Their horses neighed a cry ! Love and Justice looked to sky. On the rays thrown from Sun like a fist galloped Bliss. On streaks of sultry sizzling sand, his horse Sunlight burned red. Bliss waved a hand and beckoned with a blast of booming voice. Off the sand dune they did heed, self-propelled by hoofs of speed, to catch Sunlight's blistered blaze now inbound and aimed for Choice. And flickering 'cross horizon stars betwixt the moonlight's beams and bars, Bleak and Bliss rode prairies 'til they reached a half-mile gap. Seeing Choice ahead, they tightened reins to jump that impasse half-mile gain, and fearless leaped the chasm, hoofs in air, landing pat. Our human halves of Bleak and Bliss are flaws and strengths we would commit to reach a Choice that we need make requires always….. some Leap of Faith. Namyh |
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Mysteria 
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I can not believe this is not read by more, what a wonderful story, and lesson. Well done! |
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Namyh Senior Member
since 2009-01-20
Posts 988 |
Mysteria – If it’s read by only person who loved it, it’s enough to put a pep in the step of these old bones. Thanks Mysteria for your wonderful words. So very glad you enjoyed. Namyh |
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Klassy Lassy Member Elite
since 2005-06-28
Posts 2187Oregon |
This is a marvelous personification of emotions that challenge the human spirit. The images are gripping and could see the horses hooves fly across the chasms. I loved the entire poem, but this line set the tone of the poem early and I was stunned reading it, for both bones and wind can be so hollow. I hope more people read it, too. The poem is alive. Karen |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Namyh I would just like to second Mysteria's comment. You wrote it well. Take care Lindsay |
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Namyh Senior Member
since 2009-01-20
Posts 988 |
Karen – You are the Energizer Bunny. I have been plugged in and turned on with your wonderful words. These old bones have been reinvigorated. No poet of worth could ask for more than for a poetic creation to be deemed “alive” as recognition that it touched something deep in the human spirit. Karen, It’s the greatest honor and I thank you for it. Namyh P.S. – Now where did I put that 10 gallon hat. My head’s startin’ to swell. LOL |
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Namyh Senior Member
since 2009-01-20
Posts 988 |
Lindsay – The swelling’s not going down. I’m gonna need a bigger hat. And to also be invigorated by your words puts a big smile in my day. Thanks Linday for stopping in. You’re an Energizer Bunny too. I’m proud! LOL Namyh |
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Klassy Lassy Member Elite
since 2005-06-28
Posts 2187Oregon |
I think my grandon wore that 10 gallon hat to prom last night! LOL Love your poems! I should have been reading them much earlier. They are wonderful, but I'm here so sporadically, so I'll have to delve into the archives! ~Karen |
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Namyh Senior Member
since 2009-01-20
Posts 988 |
Karen – Now I know what happened to that hat. Kids! But it’s good and okay, he’ll grow into it. We were all once that age. I think. I am so honored by your wonderful words. So very proud you love the works. Archives, hope you find some goodies there. Thanks Klassy Lassy. Namyh |
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