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RE: "Mark My Words"..To Lucie
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RE: "Mark My Words"..To Lucie |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
I've never been concerned Of what people thought of me, As you have surely learned, From my "Green Horn" Poetry. If you could see me as I am, Not as you think of me, You would see a man of sadness, Not the clown you see. I'm rich with friends that love me, But the sorrow I have inside, Is fed by my most horrid past, That I try so hard to hide. When people say unkind things, And then considering the source, I just put it in perspective, And now-a-days just ignore. An insult that comes from ignorance, Is not all that bad you see, It's almost like a compliment, At least it is to me... |
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Denise
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Toerag, I love your sense of humor! also "An insult that comes from ignorance, Is not all that bad you see.." are true words of wisdom!!  |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Toerag: I saved your poem as a special treat... and it was that. I think I see the man you are, dear one... and if I can alleviate any of that sadness it will be but a small repayment of what I owe you for the joy you've brought to my life.But even after reading it, I waited to respond until I found Lucie's poem... and liked yours even more for the excellent perspective you offer. The last verse packs so much wisdom... Before letting someone's words hurt us too deeply, we need to decide whether we value that person's opinion. Well done!!! |
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Lucie Senior Member
since 1999-06-20
Posts 1077Houston |
Toerag, big fat kisses for you!!! MMMMMM *MUAH, you are so right my friend. There are parts of my life that are lived on the edge of social propriety, I am always one to take the less beaten path. Most of this has been a base for the heartfelt emotion that comes through in my poetry. I think its a fair trade! To me my poetry is a piece of me.. as I have said many times..Poetic therapy, its cheaper then a shrink and I don't have to schedule my one hour emotional breakdowns. Thanks again. |
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Andrew Scott Member Elite
since 1999-06-24
Posts 2558Redlands,CA,USA |
A fine bit of philosophy Toe… you certainly have friends here! |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Thanks all....I know a serious thinggie from me doesn't get a whole lotta attention....and this is about as serious as I usually get..but I do thank you all that have been kind...so....back to being an asshole again....(I am quite proficient at that yanno) |
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Iloveit Senior Member
since 1999-09-02
Posts 1121NM |
well, I don't mind being under you in this case, well, in any case, I guess, but will gladly curtsy to your poetic ablilties my friend, very beautiful poem and glimpse of the wonderful man that you are |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Hiya Lovey....glad ta see ya join this bunch.....The poets here are unbelievable....Watch out for that prick Balladeer though.....He's a real charmer...and the SOB is so talented, I can barely harass him confidently...but I still do okay....and that damn LongJohn plays here too when he's not fingering a laptop for Y2K, trying to save the world yanno.....Seriously, I have never seen talent like I've seen here....and of course, I'm here....just to show the others how fortunate they are to have some sense...!!!! |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Oh, geesh... he's after your legs and you're happy to be under him... I am going to have to watch you two constantly!!! (Not that watching Toe is any hardship! LOL) And Toe, my friend... you're quite proficient at many things... People may expect smiles when they see your poems... but encouragement, support, and wisdom are every bit as needed... this poem has them all! |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
I like that attitude ------------------ "Nobody has measured, not even poets, how much the heart can hold" ~Zelda Fitzgerald |
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snacks Junior Member
since 1999-08-21
Posts 35NJ |
All I can say is I really relate to that one. Great job. ------------------ God is seen always in a child's eyes |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
I can relate to your poem maybe even better than you know. I was over there, too. Sorta puts little things in perspective, doesn't it? I didn't see Lucie's entry but I'm sure as hell glad you're here and anyone who comes down on you is a jerk...including me. This message - and your love life - will destruct in 5 seconds. AHA! It worked!! (At least, half of it.) |
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RainbowGirl Member Elite
since 1999-07-31
Posts 3023United Kingdom |
I'm not sure which I value more, your poem or Suthern's evaluation of you....both a tribute to clearsightedness...wow!...I have to read you words again... HUSG both Lucie: Mark this man's words, for I have never, not once, known him to lie about something and he will give his love, warmly but with kindness with every single serious word he utters and when he's talking dirty, well now, lets just say, he uses a different part of his anatomy until he gets rebuked of course...*g*... To smile through tears is a fight worth winning...Love your style! Hugs ------------------ You give but little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give of yourself that you truly give. |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
Hi, big toe i wrote you a limerick in response to this poem of yours. i posted it  dp |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Am I gonna have to lock you guys into the secret jacuzzi room??? |
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