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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore 
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Accidentally, we saw each other We smiled, gave obligatory waves and returned to our respective tasks I tried to count my toe hairs You resumed your conversation with your friend We walked home together before Do you recall the time I lied to your dad about your english grade? You looked at me with an expression I couldn't quite figure out-- was it gratitude or amazement? There should be some official etiquette that calls for us to speak to our long-lost friend for at least fifteen minutes when we chance upon each other We will swap gossip about former friends, update on our recent happenings, maybe even relive those good old days and laugh I'm sorry I stood aside as the flame in our friendship gradually extinguished We are like grown-up puppies given up to different homes, soon after birth Did we ever function as a pair of chopsticks? I never failed to call you before school reopened so that I could "transfer" answers to my undone homework I need those now [This message has been edited by kaile (02-21-2003 12:36 AM).] |
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Justbleu Member Elite
since 1999-08-31
Posts 3329Oregon, Originally From Alaska :) |
Enjoyed but, it left me kinda sad  Bridgette |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggssssssss) Oh Kaile, this is so very sad, sweet friend, my heart goes out to you and I send angel hugs to console your missing and yearning heart! (sad sigh) Here's hoping things will improve soon, sweet friend, God Bless You, you have my vote, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Kaile, 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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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
There is angst in this one... very well written... Thanks for sharing. Regards, Sudhir |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
 Charisma |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
hey, thanks for reading this one, despite its length...really appreciate it... well, i am at the stage of life in which i am taking stock of my friendships...i guess i understand sometimes friendships die away, with the plug pulled and it's an inevitable part of growing up...but why is "forever" so darned elusive? and it hurts at times and i am left wondering if i am the only person who cares too much thanks for visiting me |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
Kaile... liked the ending verse..the idea of depending on another for answers...and needing that now just as you did then.... |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
kaile...I really like the way you ended this piece |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Very nicely done Kaile! Good one for the book! ~Hugs~ ~ Trace my body with your words.. |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
There should be some official etiquette that calls for us to speak to our long-lost friend for at least fifteen minutes when we chance upon each other We will swap gossip about former friends, update on our recent happenings, maybe even relive those good old days and laugh I'm sorry I stood aside as the flame in our friendship gradually extinguished ====================================== The heartfelt sincerity of this piece is its true gift. A lovely introspective piece poet kaile...well done..those last lines had such bittersweet poetic impact. "Trees are poems that the earth writes upon the sky ... |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
'We are like grown-up puppies given up to different homes, soon after birth' This related sincerity and in such a warm blanket sorta way. Love the toe hair line...  |
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bsquirrel
since 2000-01-03
Posts 7855 |
Did we ever function as a pair of chopsticks? This, alone, makes it worth inclusion in the book. |
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Chanson Senior Member
since 2000-08-19
Posts 1559Up Creek w/Out Paddle |
"...I tried to count my toe hairs You resumed your conversation with your friend..." "...Did we ever function as a pair of chopsticks?..." Very cool lines here! Enjoyed. *s When you think you have heard it all, |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
voting...another K  K |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
"Did we ever function as a pair of chopsticks?" and "should be some official etiquette that calls for us to speak to our long-lost friend for at least fifteen minutes when we chance upon each other" Time to dust off that old pair of chopsticks? time to pick up the phone? Friendships you thought would last forever sometimes seem to go the way of the dinosaur. But perhaps those dinosaurs are still around, just resting in another form? |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
Janet, i only learnt the word introspection last year and in the short time i have known it, it has become one of my favourite words in the English language..thanks for thinking this is so... Mike, LOL...you singled out those lines when i first posted it...gave me a chuckle when i read your comment this time round Kacy, you reckon? i suppose so though i must say that i am too proud and apprehensive to initate contact...go figure besides, so many years have passed...i'm trying to hold on to my remaining friends as best as I can though....hugs for your reply...lastly, thanks to everyone for reading and replying...  [This message has been edited by kaile (02-23-2003 12:31 PM).] |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
It is sad when a friend leaves our life. There are "friends of the road" who come into our lives for reasons that sometimes may not be apparent, but they enriched our lives in one way or another--even if it was only to present lessons for us to learn from the relationship. ~ May your true, life friends, number as the stars in the firmament... Warm morning hugs, Earth Angel |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Kaile, there is a saying, "Pride goeth before the fall." Pick up the phone or write that "What's happening?" note. Now if only I would follow my own seemingly good advice! |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Kaile, I really like the message that you brought forth in this poem. It's got my vote, friend...  Heart Hugs, Ethel....garysgirl |
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Ratleader
since 2003-01-23
Posts 7026Visiting Earth on a Guest Pass |
Very moving piece of poetry, and one with universal appeal. Book material, this. ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸ ¸¸ºº> ~~~(¸¸ER¸¸ºº> |
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Jason Lyle Senior Member
since 2003-02-07
Posts 1438With my darkling |
Wow! This made me think of alot of good friends time has left me out of touch with. Thanks for some good memories.I'll be making a few phone calls.A good write for the book. Jason |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
kaile, I don't care...you're still too wise for you age! But you know you have my vote. If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Very well expressed. Nice job on this, Kaile. "...until you have read the verse on his heart, |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I agree with Kacy, a simple, "Hey how are you" would sure be the start. Great write. |
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Jamie Member Elite
since 2000-06-26
Posts 3168Blue Heaven |
Great poem my old haikuing friend. Well deserving of inclusion. JThere is society where none intrudes, by the deep sea, and music in its roar. |
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Yu Lan Senior Member
since 2000-04-13
Posts 1462New Zealand |
Well said Kaile... I especially like the lines: "We are like grown-up puppies given up to different homes, soon after birth Did we ever function as a pair of chopsticks?" That's just awesome imagery! Hmm, my best friend and I went through this a couple of years ago, drifting apart, and not really noticing for a while.. we tried to make it work, but in a way, we are still in this boat.. but this time we notice it, and try to fix it.. You have my vote here Kaile! Keep writing.. -Lynne Bless your cotten sockies, you poetic maniacs. ^_^ |
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LoveBug
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Member Elite
since 2000-01-08
Posts 4697 |
It is hard to lose someone that you have had a relationship with.. I really like how this is written. You have my vote! Oh, make me Thine forever |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
There are so many different types of friends that we have along our way through life. There are friends of the road, friends of the heart, friends that teach us valuable life lessons, soulmate friends, friends for life...but each of them has their special place in our life journey. I felt your confusion and sorrow... Warm morning hugs, EA |
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KristieSue
since 2003-01-31
Posts 1460PA, US |
There are plenty of old friends I would love to send this to...if I only knew how to find them *sigh* ....and yes, losing a friend is just as hurtful as losing a lover...and sometimes even more painful |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Oh, the loss of this type of friendship is so hard to take at times.  |
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aries_luv_ppl Senior Member
since 2001-09-20
Posts 1448Universal Mind |
I wish I write like you! Impressed. Touching. ~Every girl has a dream within. |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
This is a wonderful piece, kaile - not too long at all... with a very nice introspective ambience...  |
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Mon Cherie
since 2001-10-31
Posts 922Land of Never-ending Summers |
I wonder who was it you met, but I think 'long-lost' friends shouldn't just pass like that... Unless they are just mere acquaintances, that'd be a totally different thing. _,,,^.^,,,_ |
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