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Isis
Member Ascendant

since 1999-09-06

Posts 6296
Sunny Queensland

0 posted 1999-10-05 03:08 AM

I am on a journey,
Across all space and time,
To discover the very essence of me,
I wonder what I shall find?

There are visions and memories,
There are echoes of painful emotions,
There are tears and laughter,
All softened by the sound of the oceans.

I'm trying to find the answers,
Asking the questions too,
Why am I really here,
What is it I'm meant to do?

It may be a long journey,
Where the boundaries of time are crossed,
Trying to discover the answers,
Don't wanna end up feeling lost.

Unravelling the mysteries of I,
As realities descend,
Retracing old worn trails of memories,
Finding faults I wish to mend.

Just can't help wondering,
Do others see what is special inside,
Do they know the depth of caring,
The insecurities I hide?

Mother, daughter, lover and friend,
And there's so much more to see,
Just hope someday people will understand,
All there is to me.

Severn
Member Rara Avis

since 1999-07-17

Posts 7704

1 posted 1999-10-05 03:29 AM

Isis - this topic is precious to my heart right now. I sincerely hope you are understood. When you find that understanding it's like a dull cloud being lifted from your soul. Loved the way you expressed this...

Pepper
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since 1999-08-19

Posts 3079
Southern Florida

2 posted 1999-10-05 10:23 AM

this piece moved me Isis......the wanting to understand ones purpose and the wanting to be understood is something I think most people can relate to......I really enjoyed this work

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May your days be filled with lots of sunshine and your nights lit up by golden moonbeams

Isis
Member Ascendant

since 1999-09-06

Posts 6296
Sunny Queensland

3 posted 1999-10-05 09:16 PM

Thanks Severn and Pepper, it's hard enough to understand one's self let alone others. Life is like a road of discoveries..
Glad you both liked it and could relate.

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What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny, compared to what lies within us.
~Isis~
(Daughter of Mystery)

Sally S.
Senior Member

since 1999-06-07

Posts 847
Ohio

4 posted 1999-10-05 11:23 PM

This was beautiful..I really enjoyed it. I especially liked the 5th verse. Nice work!

Marilyn
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since 1999-09-26

Posts 2621
Ontario, Canada

5 posted 1999-10-05 11:28 PM

I too can relate to both the poem and your reply. The beginning of knowledge always has to start with yourself. Work to discover the vastness of who you are. Only then can you even comprehend how vast others can be. Wonderfully done Isis!

Now...here is a challenge to you my friend. Have you ever written in prose? I challenge you to write a prose on what you have discovered about yourself and who you are. "The Many Layers of Isis." How is that for a title?

Denise

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since 1999-08-22

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6 posted 1999-10-05 11:51 PM

Another beauty!

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Denise

Isis
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since 1999-09-06

Posts 6296
Sunny Queensland

7 posted 1999-10-06 12:52 PM

Thanks as always Denise,thanks Sally too, I like the 5th verse myself . And Marilyn, no I've never done Prose! That's seems like a toughy for me, but I like the title. Be kind in judgement I have no idea what'll happen OK?

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What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny, compared to what lies within us.
~Isis~
(Daughter of Mystery)

Christopher

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since 1999-08-02

Posts 8296
Purgatorial Incarceration

8 posted 1999-10-06 09:16 PM

"Unravelling the mysteries of I,"

When you figure it out, let me know!!!
Good one Isis!

caroline
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since 1999-08-16

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9 posted 1999-10-06 09:21 PM

Most excellent, Isis

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"Tread softly, for I have spread my dreams under your feet"~~William Butler Yeats

Isis
Member Ascendant

since 1999-09-06

Posts 6296
Sunny Queensland

10 posted 1999-10-07 12:10 PM

Thanks Caroline

Thanks Chris, you liked unravelling the mysteries of I, but do you ever fully understand your depth, your soul ? There's a poser for you....

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What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny, compared to what lies within us.
~Isis~
(Daughter of Mystery)

Alwye

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Member Elite

since 1999-06-16

Posts 3850
In the space between moments

11 posted 1999-10-07 09:16 PM

Awesome...I am always trying to descover the depths of my own soul, so every word you speak I can relate to. Eloquent work.

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*Krista Knutson*

Wise is he who faces the frailty of man with the strength of an understanding heart. -- Daniel L. Miller

Isis
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since 1999-09-06

Posts 6296
Sunny Queensland

12 posted 1999-10-07 09:21 PM

Thanks Alwye

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How long after you are gone will ripples remain as evidence that you were cast into the pool?
~Isis~
(Daughter of Mystery)

Christopher

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since 1999-08-02

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Purgatorial Incarceration

13 posted 1999-10-08 02:17 AM

working on it now, have the answer for you this weekend isis!

Isis
Member Ascendant

since 1999-09-06

Posts 6296
Sunny Queensland

14 posted 1999-10-08 02:21 AM

Chris, You mean your taking up the poser/unintentional challenge I gave you?
If so, I'm eagerly awaiting it

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How long after you are gone will ripples remain as evidence that you were cast into the pool?
~Isis~
(Daughter of Mystery)

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