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Whispering Rose
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Whispering Rose |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California 
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WHISPERING ROSE It set's alone on the sill of The window to my soul. Forever the symbol of love Silent death must extol. A sheen I glean, beauty unseen, Ever Fate's to disclose. The lifelong gift that lies adrift In my whispering rose. For few can hear that cry of fear Which chills me to the bone. Fewer could hold ever so bold What truth's I've known - alone! Though some might heal the pains I feel If but by polished hand. None there would praise both eyes aglaze Grief but mine to withstand. The darkest dawn of hope ‘er spawn, Dried petals turned to dust. A broken stem forfeits the gem Of an unspoken trust. With tear in eye to testify What Shame already knows, Ever adrift shall die the gift Of my whispering rose. Michael Anderson It's the little things you take for granted, That'll mean the most to you when they're gone. |
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devina Member Elite
since 1999-10-28
Posts 3539Cali |
This is beautiful even it its sadness Micheal...sorry to see that you're still feeling down...hope to see your rose in full bloom again real soon!!! Open arms can be the most fragile in the world... |
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BSC
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Member Elite
since 2000-02-04
Posts 2919New York, USA |
Michael, this poem is so sad yet beautiful, it brings tears to these eyes. |
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Wizzard Member
since 2000-02-09
Posts 209 |
Michael, I can relate to what your going thru and I really don`t have any advice that will help. I will say that your alot stronger than I. I couldn`t put all my feelings into words the way that you have here. Hang in there Michael and things will get better. Good luck  < !signature-->Today is the first day of the rest of my life. [This message has been edited by Wizzard (edited 02-11-2000).] |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Michael...the sadness in you poetry hangs thick and heavy long after I've finished reading the words. Hang in there my friend. ((((HUGS)))) |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Me too, Devina...me too. BSC, thank you for the compliment - but I didn't mean to make you cry. Wizzard, thanks for the understanding - I'll take that over advice any day. Ruth, ((HUGS)) to you too. Thnx. Michael |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
If this piece consisted of nothing more than the first line it would be an excellent poem. Great work, Michael. |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Michael- My heart understands. This is lovely. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
sniff sniff...may God lift your heart Michael! Beautifully sad! <*\\\>< When you can't make up your mind Which way is right for you, Stop and softly ask yourself, What Would Jesus Do? |
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Gemini Senior Member
since 1999-12-15
Posts 1203Wisconsin, USA |
This is a sad but beautiful poem. Wishing you well my friend. |
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Skyfyre Senior Member
since 1999-08-15
Posts 1906Sitting in Michael's Lap |
Beautiful imagery, beautiful poetry, but would 'twere not so forlorn. May you find a light in your darkness, and may it be soon. --Kess Full fathom five thy father lies, Of his bones are coral made, Those are pearls that were his eyes; Nothing of him that doth fade But doth suffer a sea-change Into something rich and strange... --William Shakespeare, from The Tempest |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
Smiles and laughter make the world go round Michael.......I hope some come your way soon my friend - your poetry is very touching xx Roniece |
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Tasi Junior Member
since 2000-02-08
Posts 38Canada |
This intensity can only come from the depths of the heart ...Thankyou for sharing yours with us Michael Tasi |
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JennyLee Senior Member
since 1999-09-01
Posts 1461Northwestern, NJ. |
For few can hear that cry of fear Which chills me to the bone. Fewer could hold ever so bold What truth's I've known - alone! Beautiful and sad. Jennifer |
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WolfsMate Member
since 2000-01-14
Posts 121New York |
Beautiful but melancholy.Well done. "You never have to worry...Never fear for I am near" |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
~*HUGS*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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Corazon Senior Member
since 2000-02-02
Posts 1209 |
great poem michael, melancholy is the perfect description |
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