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| Open Poetry #14 |
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Happy Birthday, Peter Pan.... |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA 
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I used to notice right from wrong I knew good from the bad I spotted moral character by qualities one had. White hat was good - black hat was bad... had always been that way but now all hats are colored with a dismal shade of gray... So happy birthday, Peter Pan. The time has come to fly. There is no Never-Never land for folks like you and I. Sweet fantasy won't set me free from all that has gone wrong. Happy birthday, Peter Pan It's time to move along.. I always knew a friend from foe.. a friend was always there who kept his word through high and low with no cause to beware but now friends stab me in the back and foes are much more kind.. can't tell one from the other and it makes me feel blind... So happy birthday, Peter Pan. Blow out those candles, boy. The world is not a fantasy and life is not a toy. I bid adieu To all of you I knew on center stage. Happy birthday, Peter Pan... It's time to come of age. I thought that I was educated.. Studied hard in schools but someone out there somewhere has been changing all the rules. Now black is white and bad is good and love can turn to hate.. now always can mean never when "I'm sorry" comes too late.. So happy birthday, Peter Pan There's no gold road to take to where some wizard gives out hearts when yours begins to break. No Robin Hood to fight for good... no castles in the sky Happy birthday, Peter Pan.. It's time to say goodbye. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I would send this to my first husband....but I don't know where he is. Bravo! Now, will anyone listen? Except....darn....well, I guess I will go to the theater to get my fantasies, and then, leave them there.... Well done! |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
an incredibly powerful poem as always.... well written, great lines in here... you are an awesome Poet..... such a fine Poet.... but i've told you that before, haven't i? *wink* wonderful writing.... sad, real, but not..... so powerfully written.... i like chunky myself with a little strawberry preserves on a cracker without salt... care to join me?  oh phooey... used to eat that as a child but then again... i'll never grow up, y'know?  |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
I thought that I was educated.. Studied hard in schools but someone out there somewhere has been changing all the rules. Now black is white and bad is good and love can turn to hate.. now always can mean never when "I'm sorry" comes too late.. So happy birthday, Peter Pan There's no gold road to take to where some wizard gives out hearts when yours begins to break. No Robin Hood to fight for good... no castles in the sky Happy birthday, Peter Pan.. It's time to say goodbye. ============================== my goodness darlin'...did someone steal your Spam??? Tis such a bitter pill when we see thru our own illusions...how well I know... I hope this is just a cadence kissed blue mood from your pen...' and not a "real goodbye"!!!!!! you cant leave...we have too much to learn from you. I say so!! *L*  |
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Gemini Senior Member
since 1999-12-15
Posts 1203Wisconsin, USA |
So many meanings, so much to ponder. Thank you for all your thoughts. It's sad to come of age. A pivotal moment for me was when one of our better police chiefs passed away a few years ago and I remembered writing about him in an English class, he was one of my heroes when I was a child. |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Well done, sir. A melancholy bit of poetry with a whole lot of truth in it.  |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
I know the feeling and you said it perfectly, things aren't always what we think they are and neither are people....well done. "This rose has seen red, I have been blue |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
WOW...very powerful words from your pen. there is much truth and depth here...the reality that hits when we remove the rose-colored glasses. thanks for the thoughts to ponder. ~vicky "...until you have read the verse on his |
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Paula Finn Member Ascendant
since 2000-06-17
Posts 5546missouri |
but...I BELIEVE....and I can get ya a good kevlar vest if you are interested...seriously tho...WOW...such pain and anger here... |
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JLR Senior Member
since 2001-02-04
Posts 1785 |
I wrote a no more Peter Pan poem once, thought it was good...until I read this. Well, ok...mine was good but this is beyond words! |
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Mysteria 
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Ah shoot! I go into "Wendy mode" quite often, and really, really depend on Peter Pan to get me to Never, Neverland, does this mean I have to now face reality, and realize that everyone is human? Shucks. This was a great read, and sorry that you "seem" miffed, and hope it passes. ~*~ Tell someone you love them today, as tomorrow may never come ~*~ |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Balladeer~ 'a friend was always there' *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
"but now friends stab me in the back and foes are much more kind.. can't tell one from the other and it makes me feel blind..." "I thought that I was educated.. Studied hard in schools but someone out there somewhere Now black is white and bad is good and love can turn to hate.. now always can mean never when "I'm sorry" comes too late.." Wow ... bravo Michael! You've packed so much insight and wisdom into this wonderful piece. I absolutely loved it ... from the perfect flow to the truths and realities it addresses (but please Michael ... can I just pretend I don't understand? Cause I don't wanna grow up ... it hurts too much). Excellent writing sweet poet! Best wishes, /Kit |
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redwriter1 Member
since 1999-07-22
Posts 480Franklin, TN |
Peter Pan will always fly ....... don't anyone clip those wings, you need them! Besides, we see things more clearly from a distance. So dance among the clouds Peter, you can always grow up.................... tomorrow. (smile) Looking through a child's eyes is the only way to see the real truth. (here, let me get that knife out of your back for ya) |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Balladeer, Cheeze it took you a long time. Wonderful write. Sy |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
'Deer dear heart, fabulous writing love, but you know me and optimism I will always look for the silver lining. It's there but sometimes it's a little hidden. I absolutely love this one, YOU are an excellent writer, and this proves it. I believe in fairies, magic, dreams and in the good guys.  And you're one of the best kid, as always this shows that you're terrific, and talented.  Take care love as always Marsha  Take back the hope you gave,- I claim Only a memory of the same Robert Browning [This message has been edited by Marsha (edited 06-20-2001).] |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
AW, don't tell me you've grown up THat's something I hope never to do I only aspire to write like you Liz |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I always expect a special treat when I open one of your poems, Deer One... and you never disappoint me. But the lighthearted title didn't prepare me to be so touched... You've captured betrayal from trusted ones and the resulting doubts in your own judgment perfectly and with flair. It's poems like this and poets like you that keep me from tying my proverbial towel into a noose instead of throwing it. *S* Beautiful work! Now be warned... if you ever try to leave, I'll follow... or hang onto your ankles and hope some poetic talent falls on my head... *G* |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
I do understand---and the painful part of it is there's still a part of me that still believes in fairies...sigh. Excellent work Michael. I'm tired too. |
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Poeminister Senior Member
since 2000-02-26
Posts 1862Regina SK; Canada |
Honesty can be hard to find. I know these feelings very much. Well expressed. PM |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
Lo, another graduate from the school of hard knocks |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
sunshine...that's the best place for them..thank you Doreen...and I had always considered you to be a Skippy girl!  it sounds delish.. JanetMarie..have no fear. As long as I can still tell friend from foe I'll be around spammin' ya Gemini..thank you for your comment. Yes, I think we all have special incidents that caused us to grow up, ready or not... Poet DeVine..melancholy it is...I thank you. Rose...and I suppose it's good they are not...keeps us on our toes! Thank you.. vlraynes...removing them can blind one for sure...I thank you Paula...I'll take it! Nuttin' like a Big Mac that gets burned!! JLR...I'd be interested in seeing it if you would be kind enough to post it...and thank you Mysteria...Peter ever come through for you? If so, even in your mind, stay exactly as you are. Stay that way, anyway, because you are a terrific person Marge..that is something I will always know, my friend  Kit... you better NEVER grow up! We love you just the way you are, little pixie!  redwriter...you are so right! A child's eyes DOES always see the truth...they just can't believe it most of the time. Sy....so many bugs...so little time Marsha...keep believing, kiddo! Reality is for people who can't face fantasy Ms. Santos...now you ARE in FantasyLand! I will walk in your poetic shadow forever...and happily suthern girl...and it's readers and friends like you that keep me writing....leave you? No way, my girl. You're stuck with me!! serenity...we need the part that believes...even in the unbelievable. Thank you for understanding... |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
Whoever it was that ruined your perspective dear, is simply just a fool could not have been a peer. I would really hate to see you alter your views, when he's the one at fault HE should be singing the blues. We have to be just what we are and if we see the rosy side, that is what we're meant to see not closing off inside. So take some time, refuel your lovely soul and remember true friends would never sink so low. Cor |
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autumn Junior Member
since 2001-06-08
Posts 44Maine |
Please keep one little corner of your heart for Peter Pan to live in forever and ever. |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
Exquisite writing, Sir Balladeer... regards, sudhir "I was born intelligent - education ruined me" |
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Alicat Member Elite
since 1999-05-23
Posts 4094Coastal Texas |
Balladeer, I really hate to do this, since I don't like giving 'trite' replies, but there's not much else I can say. I've gotta echo most of the above replies. I really don't know how you pen such exquisite verse, with such deep, impacting meaning, but you do. Even your lighter pieces carry a large chunk of whimsical life into them. Sir, your style is much more than a balladeer, bard, or jongleur. It is more akin to the People's Poet, such life to you bring to us, your readers, irregardless of education, economic standing, or poetic experience. Bravo, Sir Balladeer! |
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Lady In White
since 2001-02-12
Posts 2799USA |
People's Poet. Yes, indeed. |
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SEA
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
dear 'Deer.....you brought tears flooding to my eyes....my little boy had a wake up call today. He was almost hit by a car today.....I'm sure I have grey hair somewhere......... |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
Michael~this is one heck of an awesome write Your poems never dissapoint, into my library this goes~Take care, Melissa~ |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Corinne...a beautiful response filled with truth...thank you, dear lady autumn...I'm stuck with him, I'm afraid . Thank you...Sudhir....always a pleasure to see you. Thank you, sir! Alicat..I hardly consider your response trite. I consider it kind words from a poet I admire very much and I thank you very much for taking the time to share them with me... Lady...balladeers were always poets of the people. Thank you VERY much SEA...exactly! Things like that can separate fantasy from reality real quick! I'm very glad he is ok...thank God! Melissa....I thank you and am honored to be there |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Had to come before bed to give him back his shadow! Even better the second time Michael, thank you. ~*~ Tell someone you love them today, as tomorrow may never come ~*~ |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Oh Peter Deer You're writely well Please don't grow up And I won't tell About your trust In black and white And how things were And how they might Appear to some To be as grey So Peter Pan Happy Birthday Be sure of this My dear Deer friend I like your work Now to the end |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Excellent writing, as always, Michael. You're always worth the wait! |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
I'm afraid there is nothing original to say, but this is wonderful, and I DON'T WANT TO GROW UP. In fact, it is very unrewarding to even try, or so it seems. Very good poem, sir, but I think you have already heard that Sandra |
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SmittenKitten Senior Member
since 2001-06-20
Posts 1131where the sky and horizon meet |
How thought-provoking! But I don't want to think about that...I don't want to grow up just yet! It was a beautiful read though...if anything, it reaffirmed that I do still believe in whim and fantasy "Poetry and Hums aren't things which you get, they're things which get you. |
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Mother_Earth Senior Member
since 2000-11-20
Posts 13701/2 year Texas & 1/2 year Michigan |
Mr. Deer, at this age, I don't know if I have grown up or not! But I sure love to see the way you gave this to us. So many different stories in those pictures. Love it. Hugs ME |
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