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SmittenKitten
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where the sky and horizon meet

0 posted 2001-08-31 12:07 PM



I pour my heart out
into a glass
and serve it to each of you
And as you sit there
digesting my soul
I hold my breath

My words are like a
gangly teenager
stumbling across the page
They lack the ease of someone
comfortable within their own skin

And so I wait with bated breath
for someone to find me out
discover my secret fear
that I don't belong here
in this realm where
the souls of true poets reside




© Copyright 2001 Krista C. - All Rights Reserved
Cpat Hair
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1 posted 2001-08-31 12:11 PM


( smiling) My dear lady.... you belong here as much as any... don't forget it...

this is beautifully said and presented.. I applaud the courage it take to admit the fear... and the talent it takes to present it this well..


MARK V SHELDON
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In a corporeal internship...
2 posted 2001-08-31 12:11 PM


Hogwash!  You completely belong here, and I, for one, enjoy your writings.  Let judgement reside elsewhere -- here, simply thoughts, emotions, memories, and impressions are stirred, and you contribute as nicely to this as anyone else here.  

-MVS

"It's all in the details -- the Big Picture always takes care of itself."
-MVS


2dalimit
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since 2000-02-08
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3 posted 2001-08-31 12:39 PM


Huh! I say.
...I pour my heart out
into a glass
and serve it to each of you
And as you sit there
digesting my soul
I hold my breath...


This verse is outstanding.


Someone will profit
So write on and write with pride
Art can’t be condemned

Melton

Midnitesun
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Gaia
4 posted 2001-08-31 01:44 PM


May my cup runneth over
and never be empty
for your words are
always welcome
in my home


RSWells
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Posts 2533

5 posted 2001-08-31 01:49 PM


I'll toast not roast such honesty which as far as I'm concerned is true poetry. I do understand the tentative and timorous tiptoing to posting but do it anyway. A good and honest write.
Lady In White
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6 posted 2001-08-31 01:49 PM



Who's been alluding that you are not a poet at heart!?  Lemme at 'em!

Sven
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7 posted 2001-08-31 02:04 PM


we are all true poets. . . it's just what we do with the words. . .

well done. . .  

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SmittenKitten
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where the sky and horizon meet
8 posted 2001-09-01 12:03 PM


Awww...you sweet dear people....thank you!  I can't help but feel self-conscious but you all have always made me feel welcome.  This poem is just about that moment right after I've hit the "submit" button before anyone has replied.  It is scary sharing something so close to your heart!

Cpat Hair~ Thank you sir for always being there.  You're always one of the first to reply to my poems and I'm always encouraged by your words    big hugs to you!

Mark~ hehe, hogwash...love that!    thank you for the sweet thoughts...as always, they are something worth pondering.

2dalimit~ thank you for the encouragement  

MidniteSun~ What a beautiful thought!  Thank you so much    

RSWell~ thank you for understanding   that is one of the most beautiful things about this place, there is always someone out there who understands...."tentative and timorous tiptoing"  I think there's a poem in that sir!

Lady~ hehehe    ah sweet Lady...thank you!  For the chuckle and your kinship  

Sven~ I do so love what you do with words    thank you for the kind reply!

Thank you all!  Hugs all around  

"Poetry and Hums aren't things which you get, they're things which get you.
And all you can do is to go where they can find you."
~Winnie the Pooh

Duncan
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9 posted 2001-09-01 02:07 AM


That 'submit' moment can be scary...sometimes, I just close my eyes and do it.
Marge Tindal
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10 posted 2001-09-01 03:34 AM


Oh, SweetLittleSmittenKitten~
We all have felt that moment~
Just ask us ... we'll all concur~

I still remember that first night~
That's EXACTLY the way I felt~
And suddenly ... there they were ...
the friends of the circle ...
taking my hand ... and pulling me in~

We love ya' here .... and don't EVER forget it~
Love ya'
~*Marge*~

~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
                                   noles1@totcon.com            

ethome
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11 posted 2001-09-01 06:03 AM


You belong...and you will grow and you will know when you grow and you will feel more complete.  This is a great approach and I for one really like it!
serenity blaze
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12 posted 2001-09-01 07:01 AM


I think everyone feels like an imposter now and then...but trust me, sweet lady, YOU SHINE.  
SmittenKitten
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Posts 1131
where the sky and horizon meet
13 posted 2001-09-01 11:29 AM



Duncan~ The click, close your eyes, and cringe moment!    thank you for sharing your experience as well...that is reassuring  

Marge~ Aww...thank you sweet sweet lady!  It is nice to know I'm not alone but then, how could I ever feel alone in this place!  *big hugs*  

ethome~ thank you...with talented poets such as yourself around to watch and learn from, I can't see how I won't grow!    

serenity~ awww    I certainly glow after that comment!  Thank you...and big hugs to you!  

Thank you all for making me feel welcome and worthy    You're a wonderful bunch of people!  Hugs to all!  

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