Open Poetry #19 |
Last Man Down The Mountain |
Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Last Man Down The Mountain ~*Marge Tindal*~ Last man down the mountain call the Spirit of the Cherokee Ancient tellings of Vision Quests meant to set us free ~~~> Bring the peaceful promises to lay across the land Last man down the mountain come and take my hand Spread the verdant valley with abundance once again Last man down the mountain bring the Cherokee refrain ~~~> All across this spacious land fill our hearts with noble pride Last man down the mountain join the Cherokee side-by-side For in Spirits Walking visions fulfilled are meant to be Last man down the mountain bring the song of the Cherokee ~~~> *Touching my heritage songs~ ~This exquisite art piece is from The Allen Eckman Collection~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
I hear those Spirits, Marge. May the ripple of LOVE |
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PearlsB4Swine Member
since 2002-02-01
Posts 130where the heart finds me |
The passion for your heritage shows in this piece Marge, well done! |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Marge Wonderful pride in your song, my sis, as always with love. |
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Soaringeagle Member
since 2000-12-06
Posts 156CANADA |
BEAUTIFULLY DONE MAIDEN BLESSINGS ON YOU. |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Awesome write Marge! Chris Life is not measured by breaths you take, but by moments that take your breath away. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Bring the peaceful promises to lay across the land Last man down the mountain come and take my hand Spread the verdant valley with abundance once again Last man down the mountain bring the Cherokee refrain ~~~> All across this spacious land fill our hearts with noble pride Last man down the mountain join the Cherokee side-by-side I've read this several times and will read it many more... loving the songs that touch my heart. *S* This is beautiful, lady... the spirits are generous today. *S* |
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strbbux Member Elite
since 2001-12-19
Posts 3859 |
Marge this read just like a song, I love it so much, I have several friends of american indian heritage one being cherokee. this was so lovely. and the picture added to your lovely poem. floria Floria |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
BRAVO!!!!Oh Marge this is fantastic...it sings to the soul in an ancient way and will sing in the heart of all those blessed to read it...Well done...I love it...**big hugs** Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams. |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
... and don't forget to turn out the lights.. Fool, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write. |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Marge: Wonderful and haunting! I'm so glad I got to read this today. You do outstanding work! Betty Lou Hebert |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
And as always, this had me in tears! It is just so moving and powerful when your heritage words come pouring forth. May the Spirits continue to shine on you and may they protect and shine on Little Miss Delaney too. Hugs, Marti " My wrinkles are badges of courage and reveal that I am a Mother." |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Margie girl darling sister of my soul and holder of my hearts song, this is without doubt one of your utter best it is utterly wonderful, as are you. How stunning is this poem darling heart I can hear the voices of your people in this White Feather this is utterly utterly outstanding writing. The internal harmonics are utterly superb, the candance flawless and this is so truly spiritual I can feel my heart beating to the beauty of this excellent write As always Mushy To give light to them that sit in darkness..... to guide our feet into the way of peace Luke 2:79 |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
perfect Margie...what a very cool pic... easy to see how it would inspire your maiden muse I will be sharing this with a certain cowboy when he calls |
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Enotneicna Member
since 1999-06-06
Posts 340Oakland, Or, USA |
Marge.....this made my heart swell many blessings always Eno Words are my medicine. |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Marge, this makes me feel like I am there in those days of their lives...You always write such beauty, and your imagery is impeccable... |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
MidniteSun~ They sing a powerful song .. my mission is to share~ Thank you for letting me share with you~ Pearls~ Thank you so much~ Martie~ In the strength of the songs we are unified~ Thank you, sweet sis ... me too~ SoaringEagle~ Sweetie ... I'm certain that Sprit Walking would have liked this one ... Somehow ... I think she knows~ NightShade~ Awww .. thank you so very much~ SuthernGal~ And you were on my mind as I penned this one~ The phrase just jumped through the kitchen window, calling my name ... even the coffee had to wait~ Love you~ Floria~ Thank you so much ... my heritage *gifts* me with many visions to share~ StarTime~ Thank you for 'song of the soul' ... It means a lot to me~ InterLoper~ LOL ... when the 'Last Man Down The Mountain' comes .. there will be new light~ BettyLou~ Awwww .. thank you always for your encouragement and faith in what I pen~ Marti~ Oh ... I thank you so much. The Spirits move me to share these pieces~ MarshaLove~ And ~WillowWhiteFeather~ thanks you sooooo much sweet sister of the heart~ JanetMarie~ I just 'knew' you'd find this one and enjoy it~ And ask MarkB~ it that e-mail of his has a REPLY button ! ! Tell him I love him ... and miss him greatly~ Being rich and famous has it's rewards ... but, darn it ... I miss that rascal ! Enotneicna~ I am soooooo glad to see you~ The last e-mail I sent you came back ... E-mail me with a new one if you've changed it~ Thank you for dropping in ... I hope you heard the Spirits calliing~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Magnus~ You've GOT to have Injun blood in you ... sneaking silently up on a gal while she's posting~ Thank you so much for the lovely reply~ To move others is a blessing to my heart~ I try~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Enjoyed Marge...James |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
It's beginning to feel like it is time for this to happen, Marge. A fabulous write. Cor |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
JamesMichael~ Thank you for letting me know you enjoyed it~ Corinne~ I thought you'd like this one ... touching spirits~ Thanks hon~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Just a note to say we are watching Robert Mirabel, "Painted Cave" tonight on our local PBS. What an incredible special of Pueblo, Navajo flute and dance. Spirit songs and dances, connecting past to present, and prayers of hopefulness for a peaceful future. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
MidnightSun~ Awwwww ... thanks for sharing that with me~ I've seen that and it is B E A U T I F U L ~ I'm sooooo glad to know it~ Love you gal ... give my girl a *hug* for me~ *HUGS* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
You touch these songs very well, Marge...thank you for sharing them as well... |
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The Rusty Knight Member
since 2001-08-29
Posts 414Texas |
The last man down the mountain is a haunting refrain....may there always be a few hold outs hidden keeping the Cherokee heritage alive.....and if the day does come..may the last man down the mountain be a woman.....a woman with your spirit Marge......Dan Death comes not when we cease to breathe, but when we cease to dream. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Karilea~ Thank you for joining your spirited voice in song~ Dan~ I'm going to be so bold as to say ... that's such a 'perfect' reply~ Were it to come to be so ... I would proudly carry the song of my people to the peaceful valley~ Thank you for your thoughtful insight~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Marge, this is so beautiful. I really enjoy reading everything you write. Thank you for sharing this. |
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