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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California 
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WANDERER I wander through the mist and haze As Midnight dawns my darkest daze. Sure to fail, sure to fall, Both palms open I offer all. As silence stills the voice within, As every hope becomes my sin, I lay my head upon the stone Of this, my last night all alone. Watching the stars, all heaven bleeds Soft winds whispering to my needs, As all in life ever held true Slowly separates me from you. Over the windswept mountain tops, A sweet spring rain that never stops, A lost soul nevermore to roam, Cry me no tears, tonight I'm home. Michael R. Anderson For Amburs C. Belflower 1/26/37 - 4/05/2000 |
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Jeffrey Carter
since 2000-04-08
Posts 2367State of constant confusion! |
AWESOME read Micheal as always You have a talent like no other Wish I could see the world through your minds eye if only for a moment Great tribute Jeffrey |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
An unbelievable tribute with style and honor. Kathleen |
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Mistikman Senior Member
since 2000-01-10
Posts 682San Jose, CA, USA |
Sigh, I hope I am wrong thinking this is about suicide, but if I am not, i offer my most sincere condolances. I lost my grandmother 4 years ago about 1 week from now, and it still hurts... I am sorry if your friend indeed took this way out, it doesnt end the pain, it merely shifts it to others  Excellent poem though... |
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WhiteNite Member
since 2000-04-09
Posts 241Montgomery, AL |
I haven't been around long but you're already one of my favs... poems like this are why. Thanks for sharing "The storm rises up when the shadows descend every beat of my heart every day without end I will stand like a rock I will bend till I break till theres no more to give if thats what it takes I will risk everything I will fight I will bleed I will lay down my life if thats what you need every second I live thats the promise I make" I have no idea who wrote this... tell me if you know. =) |
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Jeffrey Carter
since 2000-04-08
Posts 2367State of constant confusion! |
WhiteNite, You should check out Micheals homepage. You will not be disappointed. Jeffrey |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Michael, this is astonishing in its beauty--but coming from you--not surprising that it's perfect...Know that my heart is with you on this--you have humbled me once again m'friend. |
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Lost Dreamer Member Elite
since 1999-06-20
Posts 2464Somewhere near the Rainbow |
Michael, I don't know what to say, your writing is excellent as always which makes this all the more sad. Your amazing to be able to write and make someone feel they are right there experiencing the situation. |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
absolutely stunning, Michael! Corinne |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Wonderful tribute to your step father Michael. I think he is indeed, home. |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Class tribute, Michael. |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Watching the stars, all heaven bleeds Soft winds whispering to my needs, As all in life ever held true Slowly separates me from you. Over the windswept mountain tops, A sweet spring rain that never stops, A lost soul nevermore to roam, Cry me no tears, tonight I'm home. ----------------- perfect M, your in my thoughts and prayers, jm Well the sun sets gently on your shoulders And it makes me want to touch you there. And the light in your eyes makes me feel Like there's something much better out there Something kind... And I know someday I might be looking around Trying to find some purpose Well purpose it can't be that hard to find As long as I've got the wind... The wind and your love to carry me. vertical horizon |
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Meadowmuse Member Elite
since 1999-12-27
Posts 3263 |
Michael, so stirring, so beautiful. " You are in my prayers and will remain so." ~ Claire |
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devina Member Elite
since 1999-10-28
Posts 3539Cali |
You've shown everyone your beauty, yet again, with this one babe... You've brought grace to his memory with your lovely lines...hang in there love, know I'm beside you the whole way!!! *lovin hugs* Open arms can be the most fragile in the world... |
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Michael
Moderator
Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Jeffrey, LOL - I wouldn't wish that on anyone. Glad you like the webpage too - I will be updating it this month - I will surely let you know when that is completed. Mistikman, unfortunately, it was a suicide. It was my stepfather. Some things I will never understand here, I only know he is no longer in pain and I have to believe he is where he wanted to be. WhiteNite, your words humble me, sincerest thanks. serenity, Thank you so much. I could ask no more of you. L.D., that is quite a compliment. That is all I strive for in my poetry is a chance for you to see through my eyes, or feel what I feel. Thank you so much. PdV, Indeed. Balladeer, Thank you sir. Thank you for for you comments and for your prayers. Michael |
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Michael
Moderator
Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Devina, you snook in on me there, hun. I am hanging in. Things are getting a little easier now. Thank you for being there for me when I needed you.  Michael |
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RSEvans Senior Member
since 1999-10-23
Posts 1147Tulsa, OK, USA |
I can still feel this one as it applies to my dad. It's been 18 months since he passed away and soooooo much has happened. I'm sure that Gen knows whereof i speak. This is a loving tribute, Michael and thank you for sharing it with me. |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
In sadness you write such words of beauty. They reach out and touch souls. He is in a better place, with no more pain, though it may be the only comforting thought. Michael you have such talent to do justice to anything you put your mind to. God bless ya bud! |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
AMEN.... |
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poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
Michael, I don't know how this one got by me, but I want to say how beautiful this is...having spoke with this man, my heart aches, as he seemed to be such a warm man. Who would have thought....? |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
I just read this again and saw something I needed to see...giving with open palms....and I thought about myself 2 weeks ago, and then I read the rest of your testimony. God bless you Kathleen |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
I just read this again and saw something I needed to see...giving with open palms....and I thought about myself 2 weeks ago, and then I read the rest of your testimony. God bless you Kathleen |
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Michael
Moderator
Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Robert, I am only sorry you can relate so well to this pain. Thank you so much for yur words - I'm glad to see your name showing up here again. Rebecca, My stepfather was in a great deal of physical pain as well as mental anguish. That one comfort is a great comfort to know he is in no more pain. Thank you. Gen, Ty so much. Kathleen, There was much beneath that one line. May God bless you too. Thank you all for the kind replies. Michael |
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netswan Senior Member
since 2000-03-28
Posts 1369Washington |
Michael this was lovely and very sad. I had a friend once who took her own life. So many times, I thought, why didn't I see the signs, how could I have helped? I was so pathetically young and so was she -- and over the years, I wrote a poem to assuage my heart, to tell the world a woeful tale, or just to get it out in the open. I don't know. Your poem is touching and well written. Teresa King www.tipsfortop.com |
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lucky Senior Member
since 2000-01-17
Posts 1601Idaho |
This holds a special place for me. Friend are forever that truely be. |
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