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Magnus
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0 posted 2002-09-27 10:43 PM


If my life were set in rough stone What of granite, what of diamond ore?
Would I just take the path well worn What I came here still searching for
If my life were to be but mine alone, Lost among the furthest probabilities
could I believe this heart now torn. Scaling heights of golden possibilities

If my heart beat pulsed but once more Stone without a pulse or prayer
And my breath’s gasp expired it's last Denied of warmth or bend to bear
Could I regain the throb once sure A man not stone to rise and fall
And go on beyond what now is past? Strength to forgive myself in all

A stone turned, tossed , among the rubble For as I learn the cliff and face
Looking no different than the rest As clay or sand to leave this place
Try to go on, be no trouble A man of honor, a man of stone
Wanting to be and do what’s best A man of love mere flesh and bone


Lead me by the heart through the unknown valley
Take my hand and dance these steps upon the stones
Lead me now, let's not tarry
I wish to rest my soul, these bones

Copyright 2002, Magnus/ThisDiamond

[This message has been edited by Magnus (09-27-2002 10:55 PM).]

© Copyright 2002 Barry J. Tackett - All Rights Reserved
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1 posted 2002-09-27 11:32 PM




(smiles) Oh my gosh, I love this, you two truly are the poetic team of Passions, I LOVE IT!!! (big group hug) This is a true diamond from the rough polished with sheer poetic beauty, sweet friend, I LOVE IT, we all love you both so much! You have such beautiful hearts, sweet Barry and Kathleen, thank you for sharing!



May love and light always shine upon you both!

Love,
Noah Eaton

"Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..."

Shakira

Bill Charles
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2 posted 2002-09-28 12:23 PM


Barry - wow, wow, what an excellent write you two.... I love the words, everything about it....

BC

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3 posted 2002-09-28 02:47 AM


This is quite deep and beautiful. You both wrote a fantabulas poem..and so well one would not guess 2 pens.
hugs to you both, Cher

Poetry is:
Passion, imagination and intellect running together.

Aloha with warmest regards, Cheryl Stewart Koomoa

ThisDiamond
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4 posted 2002-09-28 08:05 AM


In the cold, always a good time to review for quality...not quantity.  Enjoyed this trip with a good friend.
Rock Solid Oh Magnus!
ThisDiamond

Magnus
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5 posted 2002-09-28 09:08 AM


Thanx Noah....love your responsiveness...

Thanx BC.....she was trying to pump up my
ego a little bit....thought I needed a smile
and so...we wrote this....

Cher...yeah,  is hard to tell, isn't it...
I hate to admit it....Kathy might get all
swollen headed or something like that...

Kathy,  dear heart...  thanx for just knowing
that I needed a smile,  thanx for getting
the creative juices flowing again....
You are much appreciated poetess friend...

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6 posted 2002-09-28 09:28 AM


Barry and ThisDiamond

This is a work of art...meaningful and beautiful to read.  A wonderful collaboration!

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7 posted 2002-09-28 06:55 PM


enjoyed this
Nightshade
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8 posted 2002-09-28 08:37 PM


Oh, I almost missed this one!! Wonderful words the two of you have written!! Chris

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9 posted 2002-09-28 08:54 PM


This is a 'magn'ificent diamond!

Two thumbs up!

Linda

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10 posted 2002-09-29 11:39 AM


Hey you two....

this is indeed a grand work of art, with wonderful expression....Bravo....
with warm regard to you both.....


Lauren~

I need some distraction
...oh beautiful release
Memories seep from my veins

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