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The Huntress |
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Alwye
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since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments 
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Entangled tresses of fiery copper curls, Flowing, cascading, dangerously wild and unfurled. Darting eyes, cautious, pools of softened pearly grey, Vivid by blanketed night, but sheltered and hidden by day. Her moves are stealthy, shifting in misty shadows of black, The hunted now the huntress, tightened limbs awaiting attack. Luscious vines of velvet expertly hide her feminine curves, As from behind ancient veils of green her eyes silently observe. Regal as a stunning arabian queen, she holds her head so high, The embodiment of pure beauty, silhouetted by the sapphire sky. Angelic she appears through twisted branches and vibrant ferns, But her heart is an unleashed demon, full of bitter hatred it burns. Many years of solitude she waits for her cherished revenge, A boiling cauldron, embittered, enraged, ready to be avenged. After a lifetime of abuse, being alone is almost a relief, A quiet comfort to deal with wasted years and saddened grief. But as her grey eyes dance through the frightening, untamed land, She does not think of pain, only the fury at the now spotted man. Removing the cruel dagger strapped to her tan, silken thigh, She lunges towards him, letting loose an angry, electrified cry. With wild, repeated slices comes crimson in an angry riptide, Until his last breath is taken and he falls lifeless at her side. The illusion of the jungle fades along with the light in his eyes, The great huntress really only a battered wife tired of the lies. A tortured soul is now freed from another's constraining binds, The true warrior in her heart finally slaying the demon this time. With not a look at the bloody knife or body slumped on the floor, She turns her back, knowing that now she had evened the score. No one ever suspected the huntress that so stealthily lay within, Never will she pay for her deed, the game of hearts she did win. ------------------ *Krista Knutson* "I will sail my vessel 'till the river runs dry, like a bird upon the wind, these waters are my sky..." Garth Brooks |
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poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
Very powerful as are many others I've read from you !! Fabulous ending - we women always win!  ------------------ - poet FemmeFatale "The strongest man in the world is he who stands most alone..." Henrik Ibsen (1826-1906) Norwegian dramatist lyric poet |
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Dusk Treader
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since 1999-06-18
Posts 1187St. Paul, MN |
Oh! This was such an awesome poem, I love it soo much! My favorite so far, it is just so incredible! poetFemmeFatale - Yeah, you women always seem to win, even if you don't, you make it seem like you do... [This message has been edited by Dusk Treader (edited 07-29-99).] |
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Alwye
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since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
 Thank you both very much.poetFemmeFatale- Yep, we women always win, hehehe. Dusk- Thank you for your compliments. From you, they are truly cherished. ------------------ *Krista Knutson* "I will sail my vessel 'till the river runs dry, like a bird upon the wind, these waters are my sky..." Garth Brooks |
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DreamEvil Member Elite
since 1999-06-22
Posts 2396 |
Alwye, my dear, this is a marvelous piece! Wondrous detail. ------------------ Shall I indulge in flights of fancy hampered by clipped wings? DreamEvil© |
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Alwye
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since 1999-06-16
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Thank you very much, Dream. Your comments are truly appreciated. ------------------ *Krista Knutson* "I will sail my vessel 'till the river runs dry, like a bird upon the wind, these waters are my sky..." Garth Brooks |
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Genea Member
since 1999-06-15
Posts 321USA |
very descriptive. [like ur GB quote] |
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Alwye
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since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
Thanks! ------------------ *Krista Knutson* "I will sail my vessel 'till the river runs dry, like a bird upon the wind, these waters are my sky..." Garth Brooks |
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Dusk Treader
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since 1999-06-18
Posts 1187St. Paul, MN |
I love this poem so much, I want to bring it back to the top just for a little while longer. What a work Krista! |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
and I thank you, Dusk Treader, for bringing it back. I hadn't seen it. Very powerful and moving! |
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Alwye
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since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
Thank you so much. Coming from you, that means a lot to me. ------------------ *Krista Knutson* "I will sail my vessel 'till the river runs dry, like a bird upon the wind, these waters are my sky..." Garth Brooks |
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Princess Lily Member
since 1999-07-13
Posts 149USA |
My dear friend, This is a positively dashing poem.Wonderful(like so many of yours that I've read. ------------------ We see only what we want to see~unless perhaps~we believe *A rose is a rose it withers and dies...so long as you keep it the memories stay alive* |
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Alwye
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since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
Princess Lily-- Thank you so very much, hon!! I appreciate it..I am proud of this one. ------------------ *Krista Knutson* "I will sail my vessel 'till the river runs dry, like a bird upon the wind, these waters are my sky..." Garth Brooks |
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Ruby dagger Member
since 1999-08-01
Posts 76Wyoming, MN, U.S.A |
I love this poem. I goes into great detail of a fantasy world that most people go through life seeing. Like me! I love it! ------------------ Luv ya Kelly No doubt, this will be a night to remember. -SHeDAISY |
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Alwye
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since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
Thank you much, my friend. ------------------ *Krista Knutson* "If I could be an angel, I'd make your every wish come true. But I am only human, just a woman lovin' you..." Trisha Yearwood |
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Artur Hawkwing Member
since 1999-06-30
Posts 444USA |
With the kinds of poems that deVine and I had on those "warrior" women, I admit I was quite flattered to read another coming from you! That's three in a row in two nights. Hmm. Good one, Alwye. |
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Terri Member
since 1999-08-08
Posts 82Turtle Creek, PA |
Very powerful...like the happy ending, too! Have to admit I've daydreamed about that a time or two myself. Something about a ticked off redhead appeals to me...loved it! [This message has been edited by Terri (edited 08-13-99).] |
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Alwye
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since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
LOL, thanks very much, Artur and Terri. ------------------ *Krista Knutson* "If I could be an angel, I'd make your every wish come true. But I am only human, just a woman lovin' you..." Trisha Yearwood |
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Silkdragon Member
since 2000-06-24
Posts 65 |
Well, krista, this one's great too. I can't believe this is one of your old pieces. *jealous frown * I can see the difference in your style now, you're more refined, but this piece is great! I love the idea of it! Erin [This message has been edited by Silkdragon (edited 08-24-2000).] |
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