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Such Sweet Silence
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Such Sweet Silence |
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Auguste 
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea 
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Such Sweet Silence by Michael Auguste There's such sweet silence in the night. In the dark, the world's asleep. With pen in hand these poems I write. but there are few that I will keep. Like softly dripping rain they fall. At other times more like a drought. At this late hour the birds still call. In trees far off they move about. In silence there is often sound, so listen close and you may hear. Much like a whisper, it is faint, but it is always very clear. These Mockingbirds, oh how they sing. Nine songs I counted once when late. I check the clock, it's almost time. It's for the veil of dark they wait. From silence do I draw these words, to speak of dreams, to find a phrase to share the truth and let you know, that we're alike in many ways. So much alike if it be known, the wars would stop and peace ensue. The children of the earth be fed. There's so much good that we could do. We all search life for loveliness. Our dear ones treasured 'til the end. We all remember our first kiss, and broken hearts that had to mend. We're warmed by laughter of a child. In awe when sunsets paint the skies. While kissing, often lose ourselves, and love to see smiles reach the eyes. Small whispers in the night that speak, from silence grown and darkness bred, of paths to trod and beauty seek, to pen the words that must be said. When petals spread to welcome light and flowers breathe perfume to air, this quiet friend that is the night, Is now at rest without a care. Sleep on, dear silence, 'til the day breathtaking, paints the sky to red, so stars once more can find their way. There are still words I have not said. Proust- "Love is space and time measured by the heart" |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Michael--This poem is filled with such wise truth...I think in sweet silence you have found the beauty of being human...and the mockingbird. This is a wonderful poem!! |
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DreamLess Member
since 2001-02-28
Posts 92 |
evry day i read your poems MR.Auguste and i find it more and more touching it takes me far in side my soul make me dream..moments of calm.. i really admire your poems |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Martie, Thank you. You're a dear and sweet friend. It was in the wee hours of the morning that this poem was born, my usual time of writing. Michael Proust- "Love is space and time measured by the heart" |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
DreamLess, Your comments are very kind, even generous, and I thank you for them. Please visit my web site, if you'd like. A peaceful morning to you. Michael Proust- "Love is space and time measured by the heart" |
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Dee Member Elite
since 2000-08-19
Posts 2330Queensland, Australia |
"There are still words I have not said." I for one am pleased about the above quote!  Dee I wish you every happiness and may you always have the best of the good things in life. a brand |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Dee, You, for one, are a most precious and dear friend and there are still words that "you" have not said. You are such a good poet and I look forward to those words. Love, Michael Proust- "Love is space and time measured by the heart" |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Michael "From silence do I draw these words, to speak of dreams, to find a phrase to share the truth and let you know, that we're alike in many ways." Just came back to read this again...it is such a favorite of mine...think I'll keep it. |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Hi Martie, You can't keep it. My publisher beat you to it. Thanks for reading again and glad you enjoyed it. Michael Proust- "Love is space and time measured by the heart" |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Sweet silence...sweeter read....very comforting, and welcoming, on this quiet Sunday morning... thank you for this Sir, and congratulations to your publisher for realizing good work! |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
What a great poem! I really like this... you listened well to your silence and shared its sweetness beautifully. *S* |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
suthern, Thank you. You're very sweet. Michael Proust- "Love is space and time measured by the heart" |
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Secret Whisper Member
since 2001-01-25
Posts 298Through the Looking Glass |
What a truly wonderful piece! Phenomenal! You are a truly talented poet. "Death marks the beginning, not the end. It is our journey to God." --Billy Graham |
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Voiceless Senior Member
since 2001-02-19
Posts 686Under the stars upon the wind |
I love this so much! The truth in it and the beauty in your words! Great!! ~*Peachy Be*~ |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Secret Whisper, Thank you for the "phenomenal." :-) You're very kind. Michael Proust- "Love is space and time measured by the heart" |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Voiceless, Thank you. I enjoyed writing this one. Call it a signature poem, if you like. It's what and who I am as a poet and a human being. Have a nice evening. Michael Proust- "Love is space and time measured by the heart" |
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Red-uni Member
since 2000-07-30
Posts 192Georgia, USA |
A beautiful heart felt write. This one for sure I add to my library. Really enjoyed it, and was awed by your words. Red  |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Red, To be added to your library is indeed an honor. Thanks for the nice words. Michael Proust- "Love is space and time measured by the heart" |
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Rosebud1229 Senior Member
since 2000-04-05
Posts 1813North Carolina |
Michael, this really radiates such peace, just as the birds sing, and the stars twinkle. |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
a fresh way of thinking of silence. Kathleen Blake "When red-haired girls scamper like roses over the rain-green grass, and the sun drips honey." Laurie Lee |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Kathleen, Thanks for reading this and I'm glad you enjoyed it. By the way, I love your name. It's very pretty. :-) Michael Proust- "Love is space and time measured by the heart" |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
From your palette you have painted such a wonderful picture Michael. This was so very beautiful and left me feeling so much at peace. I particularly liked your reference to the mockingbirds (we don't have them here in Australia). It reminded me of my favourite movie, To Kill A Mockingbird. Thank you for such serenity you weaved with your lovely words Michael........Sue Suetang |
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Red-uni Member
since 2000-07-30
Posts 192Georgia, USA |
Great Poem!! Enjoyed the read very much. Red |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Sue, I'm very glad you came across this particular poem of mine. I kind of think of it as a signature of who I am and how I look at life. The mockingbirds are fascinating. In a few weeks they'll once again be stealing songs from the other birds. I thank you sincerely for your sweet comments on this and wish you well. Michael Red-uni, Thank you for reading this and for your nice reply. Michael Proust- |
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