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Alwye
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since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments 
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Ok, this was written pretty quickly, I was trying to flood out some bad feelings..writing is a great outlet for emotion, don't you think? A concrete mask Concealing her soul The masterful facade Of cherished beauty Painted exquisitely Perfection, yes... But horror really The beauty is not hers Molded against her will By those who won't accept Who she is inside Once she blossomed Petals outstretched Reaching Yearning for the sun But now wilting Crumbling to dust Maybe never meant to grow To live To be truly understood She hides Behind the facade Seething Hatred boiling The fuse is lighted Now nearing it's end Only a few Will keep her from the fire But maybe The flames must smolder And slowly die Before she can move on. ------------------ *Krista Knutson* "When you start falling, who's gonna catch ya? I'm willing to betcha, it will be me." ~Faith Hill: It will be me~ |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Alwye - This is compelling, no matter why it was written. Yes, it speaks volumes. Feel better now? ------------------ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Yes, this does speak volumes. And yes, I also believe writing is a great outlet for pent up emotions. Great poem, Krista! ------------------ Denise |
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Ohme Senior Member
since 1999-07-17
Posts 816Texas |
It certainly is. And I think this poem is speaking loud and clear. Thanks. |
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Alwye
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since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
Thank you all very much. Marge-- Yes, I'm working on feeling better.  ------------------ *Krista Knutson* "When you start falling, who's gonna catch ya? I'm willing to betcha, it will be me." ~Faith Hill: It will be me~ |
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Dusk Treader
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since 1999-06-18
Posts 1187St. Paul, MN |
Great poem, Krista, and I have to agree with the others this does speak volumes. Writing definetly is a vent, and you're writing is always moving.. I hope you're feeling better soon (It's a wonderful sunshiney world filled with internet smileys )------------------ "Human pride sings a vengeful song, inspired by the times you've been walked on" - Creed - "What If" |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Beautifully written, loved it! Elizabeth |
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Poet deVine
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since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Krista, this is excellent! You've managed to put all your feelings in this poem so perfectly.!  |
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