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shadow974
Senior Member

since 2001-06-21

Posts 636
Michigan

0 posted 2001-08-20 11:25 PM

Life on the edge

I’ve lived on both sides of the mountain
The leeward side with flowers
Of scarlet and gold
Valleys with streams that restored the soul
The leeward side with pleasures untold

The wayward side with cliffs
Of jagged rocks that cut to the bone
So dry and desolate
That even the cactus’ refuse to grow
Not a drop for the soul

When I was there I was lost and alone

I climbed to the top with help from those who cared
They were all around me but I didn’t know
I have grown

The peak of the mountain I now call home
Not far from heavens door
Not as near the desolate domain as before

I stand and walk near the edge without fear
For life brings us both
They’re always near

Throw your heart out in front of you
And run out to catch it.
ARAB PROVERB

Martie

Moderator

Member Empyrean

since 1999-09-21

Posts 28049
California

1 posted 2001-08-20 11:33 PM

True and wise words, shadow sir.

Janet Marie
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since 2000-01-22

Posts 18554

2 posted 2001-08-20 11:38 PM

this is a very cool poem...
clever use of imagery and metaphor as well as perspective, showing the reader the negative and positive and the lessons learned from each.
very well done shadow sir.
jm

Feels like Im dancin with truth and wisdom
Precious rhythm you are my guide
These days are sacred, my heart is humble
Oh warrior show me thy light

Daniel J D
Senior Member

since 2000-10-01

Posts 1471
Hillcrest, Queensland, Australia

3 posted 2001-08-21 12:09 PM

Shadow,
This is a wonderful read, I really enjoyed.

"The peak of the mountain I now call home
Not far from heavens door
Not as near the desolate domain as before"

Respond to my call and let the waves of my heart fill your life with the wonders of love
(Daniel J D)

rwood
Member Elite

since 2000-02-29

Posts 3793
Tennessee

4 posted 2001-08-21 07:16 PM

Wow, so true. Very near us all. And you made it your home! A daily adventure. Enjoyed this so much.

Sincerely,
Regina

Justbleu
Member Elite

since 1999-08-31

Posts 3329
Oregon, Originally From Alaska :)

5 posted 2001-12-06 11:00 PM

I like what I've found here. Just looking around the archives.

Bridgette

passing shadows
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since 1999-08-26

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displaced

6 posted 2003-01-12 05:08 AM

true! good write

passing shadows
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since 1999-08-26

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7 posted 2004-04-16 12:38 PM

awesome write!

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