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Spirit Of Ash--Heart Of Wind-- for Marge & Ethome
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Spirit Of Ash--Heart Of Wind-- for Marge & Ethome |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song 
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Spirit Of Ash ... Heart Of Wind Ashes of trial swirl ... On the wings of eternal winds Hearts of purity sing ... As a chorus of freedom descends Spirit of Ash ... Heart of Wind ... Freedom is Forever ... A gift to defend Wisdom of infinity soars ... In the eye of sacred owl Strength of truth speaks ... As spirits of Cherokee prowl Spirit of Ash ... Heart of Wind ... Freedom is Forever ... A gift to defend Grace of harmony resides ... In the lyrics of tranquil thought Grace of tears flow ... In peaceful visions I have sought Spirit of Ash ... Heart of Wind ... Freedom is Forever ... A gift to defend Spirit of Ash ... Heart of Wind ... Freedom of vision ... As I now ascend Mark Christopher *dedicated to Margie and Ethome for the inspiration found in your Native American poems and your friendship. THANK YOU to ALL of my friends at Passions for your continued support of my work. Your kindness and friendship means so much. Have a wonderful holiday. Hugs Mark I have found in you ... a reflection of me ... and a path to the peace I have sought. [This message has been edited by Mark Bohannan (edited 05-26-2001).] |
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Mother_Earth Senior Member
since 2000-11-20
Posts 13701/2 year Texas & 1/2 year Michigan |
Mark, thank you for writing this for Marge and Ethome so we can enjoy it also. You have painted many wonderful pictures once again. Lovely, ME |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Mark you've always had the ability to write beauty, and this is indeed outstandingly lovely. PT and Margie have inspired you to write one of your best. Thank you for this one, they are two of the most deserving poets, and it's clear to see that their influence has added something special to your pen. Take care may the sun always shine on you Mushy  Take back the hope you gave,- I claim |
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Victoria
since 2000-08-12
Posts 5869 |
Lovely mark and im sure much appreciated by ethome and marge..missed your words..  ~Victoria~
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
This was a fabulous write once again, and you could not have picked two more deserving people to dedicate it to. To the library it goes again! |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
MarkLove~ You are wonderful, you know. You touch my heart in your questing ... 'Wisdom of infinity soars ... In the eye of sacred owl Strength of truth speaks ... As spirits of Cherokee prowl You know where I wish I was this weekend ! ! Take my spirit ... as I know you will. This is lovingly gifted from the heart of my brother~ Encircled within the keep of many moving spirits. Love you ! ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
"Spirit of Ash ... Heart of Wind ... Freedom is Forever ... A gift to defend" This is a wonderful writing dedicated to Marge and Ethome Mark! The verse above is like a melodic mantra ... just beautifully flowing throughout! It's so lovely to read your words again, and terrific to see you here. Hugs for this masterful write! Best wishes, /Kit |
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rosepetals25
since 2000-05-31
Posts 3076PA |
Mark, It has been awhile since I've had the chance to read something of yours. I've missed your writing . This is just as beautiful as I remember your writing to be.Have a wonderful holiday  TaraB |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
It's about time you popped back in, timely, and memorably.. thank you for this... |
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Siofra
since 2000-09-28
Posts 551State of Suspended Passion |
Lovely words mingle to make lovely poetry. I love this. I am many. |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Excellent work Mark! Wonderful atmosphere throughout! Thanks for the tribute I certainly appreciate your words and respect your fine talent so much. Even though I'm not Native American I guess it's not hard to tell where my heart lies.....Keep up the beautiful inspired work! Have a nice day ethome |
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Greeneyes
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
this is very beautiful.....thanks for sharing this.... Lauren~ *** Nothing Beautiful In This World |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
fabulous work you've penned here Mark, for these precious poets. excellent as always. (hugs)) Charisma |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Hi Mark..so glad to see you! It seems like your beautiful spirit has wrapped itself around these words. Hugs! |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Mark, good to see you posting here again, lovely poem it has a wonderfully earthy feel to it. Kethry Those of us who refuse to risk and grow get swallowed up by life. Patty Hansen. |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Wisdom of infinity soars ... In the eye of sacred owl Strength of truth speaks ... As spirits of Cherokee prowl Spirit of Ash ... Heart of Wind ... Freedom is Forever ... A gift to defend Grace of harmony resides ... In the lyrics of tranquil thought Grace of tears flow ... In peaceful visions I have sought ========================== MC this is rhythmic mantra & yet another path on your vision quest, your manifesto grows with every new step in your journey . The format of this is as cool as its message. creative and groovy  and a appropriate tribute to two of passions held dear spirits another feather in your poetic dreamcatcher  me   I'm hanging on your every word |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Wonderful Mark, good to read you again.. Sandra |
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A Whisper's Caress Senior Member
since 2000-11-03
Posts 791on the horizon of a fairytale |
Mark, You DO stay away far too long. This is beautiful writing, and a lovely tribute to two wonderful writers. May your dreams always dance to the rhythm of a lover's heartbeat... |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I know, I know... you were just trying to teach me patience by posting this when both my office and the libraries were closed and I'd have to wait 3 days to respond! LOL Well, I can't say I gained any patience during the wait... but I did enjoy many a read of this incredible poem! This flows flawlessly with vivid imagery... but it's the peacefulness that makes me want to print this out and keep a copy in my purse. *S* Seeing your name was guarantee enough of a memorable read... but with such a title, I knew this one would be special... and is it ever!!! *S* The repeating verse lends a subtle power as well as a hauntingly lovely melody... Try as I might, I can't pick a favorite line or even a favorite verse... for every line is a gift to us, allowing us to share your quest. "Strength of truth speaks... As spirits of Cherokee prowl" You don't just seek, you listen... and then you write and let us hear... and our hearts are forever touched. Superb writing, dear friend... your beautiful spirit and loving heart shine... may your quest for understanding meet continued success and be rewarded with peace everlasting. [This message has been edited by suthern (edited 05-29-2001).] |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
enjoyed the entire thread very much! Kathleen Blake |
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SEA
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
Mark~ this is beautiful.....very soft....hope to see you back full time soon Cowboy |
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Marina Member Elite
since 2000-02-10
Posts 2245Pickering, Ontario |
Wonderful writing Mark. So nice to see you back. We've missed ya! Marina It is a blessing to have wings for words, and passion in pen |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
This is way beyond incredible poetry... Fantastic... regards to you Mark, my friend, sudhir |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Thank you so very much to all of you for these wonderful replies and for your constant support of my work while I am still off line with this new job. I hope to get back soon so that I can return the kindess to all my friends here. A very special thank you to Marge and Ethome for their poems and their love of these gifted spirited people, and for the inspiration.  THANKS SO MUCH. A(nv)dadisdi, "Vlenitohv gesvi a(li)sgisdi." [This message has been edited by Mark Bohannan (edited 05-30-2001).] |
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Butterflies_dont_cry Member Elite
since 2000-03-06
Posts 3733Michigan |
Thank goodness you didn't write this in Cherokee Or it would have taken way to long for me to decode and enjoy...you know how patient I am...lol Beautiful work my friend, as always the word spill from your visions to the paper like liquid sunshine...thank you for sharing this with all of us to enjoy as well~ |
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snowpants Member Elite
since 2000-09-16
Posts 2061KS |
'Spirit of Ash ... Heart of Wind ... Freedom is Forever ... A gift to defend Spirit of Ash ... Heart of Wind ... Freedom of vision ... As I now ascend' Excellent, excellent work, as usual, m'friend...seems the absence of a computer hasn't hindered your muse, THANK GOD...that wouldn't be good, now would it?? I love the relation of these lines in particular...Your beautiful write made me think of tangerine trees, paticularly those possessing ticks...don't know why, though...but truly, this is an incredible tribute to two wonderful poets here in our huge family and the Cherokee heritage. Great to see your name 'round here, ...sp  everytime I close my eyes, I see your face, I taste you on my lips... every night I fantasize that I can feel you on my fingertips... [This message has been edited by snowpants (edited 05-31-2001).] |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I'm glad you found the new smilie. We didn’t actually need it to remind us of how much we miss your thoughtful replies and incredible poetry... but thinking of you even more often than usual just isn’t a tough task! LOLThis is a beauty, Mark... And true to my word, I’m printing it out... I need these lyrics of tranquil thought handy at all times. *G* [This message has been edited by Sunshine (edited 06-04-2001).] |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Thank you Holly, Kris and Ruth for your wonderful relpies and most of all for your friendship and support. hugs MC I have found in you ... a reflection of me ... |
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Martini Member
since 2000-07-11
Posts 308Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
Mark This was absolutely beautiful, Amazing, I really really enjoyed this one. Can't wait to see what's next Steph "In three words I can sum up everything I learned about life: It Goes On" |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Martini...thank you so much and its great to see your name back here. I hope to back full time soon too. thanks again. |
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Justbleu Member Elite
since 1999-08-31
Posts 3329Oregon, Originally From Alaska :) |
Ohhh I loved this.....Very peaceful!!! It makes me think of Native American music....especially the drums!!! Bridgette Creation of woman from the rib of Man: She was not made from his head to top him; nor out of his feet to be trampled upon by him; but out of his side |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
This was so spiritually moving, go in knowledge and peace, and thank you for this. "Lose your temper and you lose a friend; lie and you lose yourself." |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Thank you, Mark, for this extraordinary poem, which captures the essence of two of the finest poets. Ethome and Marge are so deserving of such a tribute for all their contributions not only to this forum, but to poetry itself These words will ever stick in my mind, a title so enticing, and repeated so beautifully throughout You, mark have been an inspiration to so many poets here at Passions. I write my verses under your star, which gleams in radiance and enthusiasm. Your exraordinary work, your charismatic charm, and your steadfast principles have won you many hearts and I wish I had your talents to reciprocate with a poem just as fitting on your behalf. Well done, Dear poet Liz |
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illusion Member
since 2001-06-19
Posts 296 |
I've read the gracious responses, seeking for words I could borrow to tell you how touched I was reading this, but I'm still speechless. So I'll simply say that this is one of the most beautiful poems I've ever read. |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Bridgette, Mysteria, Liz, and Illusion, Mark thanks you very very much for these replies, he was thrilled to see the poem come back up but more so touched by these generous replies.... he is still "off line" as he moved for a new job opportunity and is still "on the road" I read these to him on the phone tonite... so on his behalf..thank you so much. take care Janet Marie |
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