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The Kingdom of Lox...............#1
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA 
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(pardon the repost. I don't normally care for much of what I write but this one I do......) When I was just a young boy sitting on my father's knee, I marveled at all the stories and fables he nightly told to me And one fable, in particular, stayed in my memory - About the small kingdom of Lox. Lox was ruled by a kind and gentle king Who gave his subjects everything But he had one quirk, one tiny thing Which made a paradox. He would send gifts to his subjects - precious gold and diamond rings, Porcelain vases, painting masterpieces, pottery and things But each precious gift he wrapped up, tied it with a piece of string And used a flimsy box. The recipients were proud that he had sent them such a token (Though, normally, when they unwrapped it, they would find it broken), But they considered him eccentric - not an unkind word was spoken. Such was life in the kingdom of Lox. Late last week my father left me - calmly up and passed away, A spirit so unbending lost to sickness and decay. The ticking of a heart with strength to take one's breath away Stopped .... like a rusted, battered clock. And me, I spend time contemplating life and death and things And who will win the pennant - will the grass return in spring? How beautiful the moon looks when I hear Frank Sinatra sing - And about the small kingdom of Lox. Now, when nighttime falls and crickets sing I wonder and ponder on why MY king Placed such a very precious thing In such a fragile box. |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Well, now I'm crying again. I have no words right now other than I think this is my favorite. *sigh* And goodnight. Denise |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
Truly profound, Michael. I love it. Kind of like - can I print it love it?  K |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
A wonderful tale you've weaved Sir Balladeer. So much to read between the lines, here. Great work. Michael |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
Beautiful Balladeer. The special memories we have when Christmas arrives huh ? Merry Christmas. Munda |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
A beautiful tribute to your father. Thanks for reposting it. This is a very precious poem Liz |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
I know I could never had done this well, as if anyone I know could, but I could have "thought" this exact thing....this brings back memories....very nice Balladeer.. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I loved this when I first read it... and love it even more now that I consider the poet a friend. *S* Thanks for reposting it, 'Deer one... |
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RSEvans Senior Member
since 1999-10-23
Posts 1147Tulsa, OK, USA |
This is a very loving tribute and brings to face memories of my own precious package that has gone on. Thank You, Bal. Merry Christmas. |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Precious things in fragile packages we are. Balladeer this was wonderful! What a wonderful way to pay him tribute and rememberance, by meaningful written words. A memory that will last a life time. Hope you have a cheerful Christmas |
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Iloveit Senior Member
since 1999-09-02
Posts 1121NM |
this is beautiful...really beautiful....sigh....I can't believe you don't like what *you* write when everything you write gets such high applause from us here.....again.....this is beautiful.....hugs |
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Local Rebel Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-21
Posts 5767Southern Abstentia |
A wonderful analogy -- very artfully applied How much more grievous are the consequences of anger than the causes of it. -Marcus Aurelius |
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Fairy Colours Member
since 1999-12-02
Posts 169Sunrise,Fl,US |
Sir, this is absolutely Beautiful. --A Little Fairy-- |
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Pepper Member Elite
since 1999-08-19
Posts 3079Southern Florida |
Yes, so beautiful 'Deer.....Glad you brought this back.....!! A soul that writes from the heart and shares it, truly gives a gift extraordinaire! Shannon |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
'Deer - now there you go again, making all these people swoon over your depth and sensitivity. To make matters worse, you post a picture of yourself that was taken, what?, 10 or 15 years ago? Man! You gotta give the rest of us some room... lol - great poem, 'Deer. |
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starboards Member
since 1999-10-14
Posts 467longwood, florida |
Balladeer...i liked this one...i found myself crying as well...touching, very touching! Starboards "I wont look back, I wont regret, though it hurts like hell someday I will forget" |
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Sally S. Senior Member
since 1999-06-07
Posts 847Ohio |
This is so touching, Mike. I'm glad you reposted it because I neglected to reply the first time...you see, there are times when you leave me at a loss for words. Profound. |
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Marta Junior Member
since 1999-12-20
Posts 18 |
I particularly loved the ending, very moving. Thank you for posting. |
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