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RMW Senior Member
since 2001-03-21
Posts 1424 |
Black and White Onyx, like her evening gown. And a hint of tusks Once wrenched from the carcass of an elephant Long since rotted in the dusk of Africa. A cavern of dark from which pearls escape Laden with musk as the pianist leans forward To nervously adjust the bench. An absence of flesh Exposed to beach bright sun Are her arms and wrists by practice bleached, Not to mention the faces in the audience. Delicate fingers strain to introduce Rhythm and heat To an over-dressed drawing room. RMW [This message has been edited by RMW (edited 06-25-2001).] |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Yes. Right. Ok. See? That's what I was talking about! THIS...is poetry.... |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
now this is something that I would like to see. . . excellent. . .  -------------------------------------------------------- To the world, you may only be one person. But to one person, you may be the world. |
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RMW Senior Member
since 2001-03-21
Posts 1424 |
Sunshine and Sven...Thank you both for taking a moment. I MUST catch up on your work as well. Take care. Bob |
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Zinsser Senior Member
since 2001-02-27
Posts 1641Calif. |
Beautiful work here Thank You |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Bob...This poem is so visual, so sensory...well done!! |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
Now Bob... you just keep amazing me with your words. Excellent piece here which deserved numurous seads on my part to savor the image and the language... |
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SEA 
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
the imagery flows with the words here.....beautifully done! |
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RMW Senior Member
since 2001-03-21
Posts 1424 |
Zinsser .... Thank you, Connie. Bob Martie ..... Hey there ... thanks .... and you should scroll back a few days to see how you were missed. Your vacation left quite a hole. Bob Cpat Hair .... Thanks, partner. SEA...So kind, as always. Bob |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
We just had the Van Cliburn competition here. many pictures of grand piano in "music rooms" and "drawing rooms" in the homes of the "elite" society. Loved the read big guy! |
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VAS Member Rara Avis
since 2000-11-16
Posts 7450Oregon |
My stars!!! I am so ready to hear the first note! You placed me there, the aura of suspense, anticipation. The discomfort of panty hose and heels begging to be transported when the symphony begins...come, come, come, Now! I want to hear the song your words promise! |
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RMW Senior Member
since 2001-03-21
Posts 1424 |
Interloper...thanks for dropping in. Meet you at the bar for a beer...this black tie crowd has no idea how to party....(cold beer in a metal canteen cup). Bob Virginia....Bless you (laughing)..you get the prize for originality. But...shhhhhh....you are not supposed to mention hose and heels in mixed company...especially any suggestion that they cause discomfort. You'll spoil all male illusions. Smiling. Good for you. Bob PS Uh......just how high are those heels? |
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