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MARK V SHELDON Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 3015In a corporeal internship... |
The wind is numbing My face is cold My turn is coming My heart beat's bold This hill's much steeper Than I had planned I feel the tension Surge through my hands The trail is clearing A spot below My chance is nearing All systems go... The skis beneath me Begin to slide I'm almost ready -- Commence the ride! (Copyright 1993 by: MARK V SHELDON) "If you think you know it all, you have a lot to learn." |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I've never strapped on skies until just now what a ride! |
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MARK V SHELDON Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 3015In a corporeal internship... |
Sunshine, there are few things quite like the exhiliration and adrenaline felt like when about to "shove off" down a slick slope... not too far from the feeling of a MAJOR rollercoaster, with the exception of no guard bars protecting your life! -MVS "If you think you know it all, you have a lot to learn." |
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Zinsser Senior Member
since 2001-02-27
Posts 1641Calif. |
Sounds like fun!!!! I would close my eyes tho then want to do it again LOL Connie |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Felt that anticipation..yes, much like the roller coaster ride, but more.. Sandra |
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MARK V SHELDON Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 3015In a corporeal internship... |
But if you close your eyes, Connie, you'll miss at least half of the excitement! I still have a dream to one day wear a walkman and listen to a James Bond ski-chase theme as I bullet down a slope in the future... -MVS "If you think you know it all, you have a lot to learn." |
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MARK V SHELDON Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 3015In a corporeal internship... |
Yes, Sandra, much more indeed -- like the goggles fogging up, or one's legs trying to go in opposite directions, or a beautiful tiny tree suddenly kissing your cheek... -MVS "If you think you know it all, you have a lot to learn." |
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SEA 
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
never have, but would love to....especially now after reading this.....I'm really close to Nevada and all the ski places......maybe this winter I'll check it out?  fun read ~SEA |
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MARK V SHELDON Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 3015In a corporeal internship... |
SEA, I'd highly recommend it -- VERY addicting sport but SO enthralling! Just be careful and ski with some supportive friends or family... -MVS "If you think you know it all, you have a lot to learn." |
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Zinsser Senior Member
since 2001-02-27
Posts 1641Calif. |
~~~OO7~~~ LOL |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
nice pattern poetry ~Wynter...think I will read and respond to the others tomorrow *s "The worst prison would be a closed heart". |
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Logan Senior Member
since 2001-05-28
Posts 1641Arkansas |
Mark, loved the read, and know it must really be a kick,,ahh however, being a scuba diver, the idea of being on a warm beach sounds better than snow down my neck, no offense of course, as each his own..but did like the imagery, well done, my friend, gentle smile |
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MARK V SHELDON Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 3015In a corporeal internship... |
Nakdthoughts: thanks for stopping by and for bringing this one "back into circulation". Logan, scuba diving is still on my "must do" list in life in terms of skills to acquire -- I've always wanted to learn that, but for now, snorkeling is the next best thing. In terms of the rush of downhill skiing -- I know of nothing as exciting (of course I've never tried the other extreme sports like sky-diving, and most assuredly never will!). Thanks for your read and reply. -MVS "If you think you know it all, you have a lot to learn." |
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