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Lacey and the Kings
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Lacey and the Kings |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
Lacey showed up about 7 Her car rolling to stop on the gravel And the sun long past center Still beating August heat I hadn’t seen her in a couple of days So wasn’t surprised at the visit But was surprised when she got out Wearing a dress. “What’s the occasion?” I asked while hoping it wasn’t a funeral. “Go get cleaned up.” She answered I’ll show you. She waited while I showered, Found a pair of khakis and decent shirt Then brushed the dust off a pair of loafers. I came out and she whistled low Then laughed a wise assed remark About having no idea I cleaned up so well. “Where we going?” I asked. “Shutup.” She growled and motioned me to her car. I crawled in on the passenger side And let her drive the winding two lanes To the blues from B.B. for a while Before daring speak again. “You’re heading east, we going to Eureka?” “Shutup.” She laughed and turned the volume up. B.B. was belting out “Why I sing the Blues” To her sly smile. About 15 miles outside of Eureka we turned of On a dirt road that followed the King river Along treed bluffs that shut out late evening sun And left me feeling like the world of The Plains, broad grasslands with open sky, Could not exist in the same world She pulled onto an even smaller track that headed downhill, And coasted to a stop at a place the Kings had carved enough valley To allow long narrow fields to flank each side. “Get out, and help me get the stuff out of the trunk.” She laughed. “We carried blanket and basket along with a cooler to the edge of the river then went back and got a couple of lanterns she had stuck in amongst extra camera gear and a suitcase. “Now,” she said to me “Pretend we have no pasts and light a fire.” “I packed supper in the basket so we can eat anytime.” “Why the dress? “Momma always told me to dress nice for a date.” “Since you weren’t asking me, I figured I better make a move.” Her move turned into a flickering fire As stars sprinkled the bluff cut black above us Then to magic As she slipped the dress off over her head And fireflies began to rise Gracing me with beauty On both accounts [This message has been edited by Cpat Hair (03-05-2003 06:46 PM).] |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
You sure can take us on quite a ride. Grinning here...enjoying much. Hugs, Pat  ..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
....oooh damn! YES! I've been waiting for this!  ..and it was well worth the wait, Captain. ~ Trace my body with your words.. |
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KristieSue
since 2003-01-31
Posts 1460PA, US |
:-) nice and sweet.... |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
Seems to be a lot of sexual tension in the air today...or is it just me? Oh story teller, do write me more You are the reason I adore the written word, it's what I long for Susan |
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noah j Member
since 2003-03-05
Posts 82on the open road with the wind blowing in my hair |
very much enjoyed the fine storytelling in this piece. |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I hereby crown the poet... Master Teller... |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
Pat... glad you enjoy the view. Nancy... well, glad it was worth the wait... never know with me..  Kristie.. at least they didn't ask for your bottle of scary smooth.. Susan... thanks for the poem.. but not sure I deserve that. Your love for the written word comes from a desire to understand and commnicate...the written part is something we learn to appreciate... far better than mine to appreciate on here..and cetainly through the ages.. thank you for the nice thought... very kind of you indeed. Noah.. glad you enjoyed... stick around and I'll eventually bore you with my stories.. Sunshine..LOL... Master Teller... sounds like I work in a bank... you are too kind in intent.. no way I deserve such a title.. but thank you for thinking so... |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
About 15 miles outside of Eureka we turned of On a dirt road that followed the King river Along treed bluffs that shut out late evening sun And left me feeling like the world of The Plains, broad grasslands with open sky, Could not exist in the same world ================================== Her move turned into a flickering fire As stars sprinkled the bluff cut black above us Then to magic As she slipped the dress off over her head And fireflies began to rise Gracing me with beauty On both accounts ============================== *smiling*... it tis indeed magic when the moth turns into the flame. takes a magic pen to write it so that we can witness it. |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
JM... speaking of magic pens... where you keeping yours these days? Might try using it and gracing us with something... before we have to call the moth brigade in ... you as usual.. are far too kind..but I thank you..for the nice words. |
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jellybeans Member Elite
since 2000-10-13
Posts 2298 |
ah you can tell me stories any day...you are gifted |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
JB..you are kind..and have more talent in your little fonger than I do in all of me...so you write us a little something to read..and enjoy.. thank you my friend. |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Well, Ron that was some ride you took! Phew! Hot stuff that little lady. Love your stories, Hugs, Marti |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Ron...you talking Eureka, California here? Either way..hot stuff even in the cool of Northern. |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (smiles) Seriously I think you are one of the best tale writers since Robert Pirsig, you seem to know the real zen of the roads and by-ways by the back of your hand, or wherever you have them anyway! (big hugggssssss) I love this, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Ron, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
“Momma always told me to dress nice for a date.” “Since you weren’t asking me, I figured I better make a move.” May be just the woman Travis is needing...  ! |
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