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Saxoness
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0 posted 1999-08-26 08:20 PM


I came to you
in lonesome's
grip
looking for
release.
You slayed that beast
that held
my heart
and against my will
I loved you.

You gentled me
when I rebeled
with broken wings
you held me.
So patiently
you made me see
not everyone
sees the ugly.

Finally
defenses fell
and I returned
your words.
You released me
from bonds of
misery
And when I held on
to you....
You let me go.

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"Glory remains unaware of my neglected dwelling where alone
I sing my tearful song which has charms only for me."

-Charles Brugnot


[This message has been edited by Saxoness (edited 10-17-1999).]

[This message has been edited by Saxoness (edited 10-17-1999).]

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pen of passion
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1 posted 1999-08-26 08:28 PM


It was a beautiful poem.
Tara Simms
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2 posted 1999-08-26 08:42 PM


That's heartbreaking.
Severn
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3 posted 1999-08-26 09:15 PM


This reminds me soooo much of something I would write! This is lovely, Saxoness
Saxoness
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4 posted 1999-08-26 09:36 PM


Wanted to repost this, just as it is, because i really like it.

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"Glory remains unaware of my neglected dwelling where alone
I sing my tearful song which has charms only for me."

-Charles Brugnot




[This message has been edited by Saxoness (edited 10-17-1999).]

traveler
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5 posted 1999-08-27 10:05 AM


Searing ...cuts to the quick ... emotions coveyed so vividly, yet honest ...thank you again
Sunshine
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6 posted 1999-08-27 11:09 AM


Sounds like the Requiem of the Butterfly.

Well done, Lady!

Saxoness
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7 posted 1999-08-27 04:07 PM


sorry, needed some editing

[This message has been edited by Saxoness (edited 10-17-1999).]

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