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My Mother's Son
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My Mother's Son |
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Aenimal Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-18
Posts 7350the ass-end of space 
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A mind's trick or play of light but I thought I saw a hint of green in these eyes Reminding me that I'm as much her son as I am his and there is hope in this Though his face still mocks me in my own reflection I am more than he Through the blood of the bastard I am still my mother's son |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
Nothing I can say to this, but sending you lots of heart hugs...and it is very well written. Touches deeply. Hugs you, Pat  ..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.. |
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Aenimal Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-18
Posts 7350the ass-end of space |
Thank you Pat means alot to me I know this isn't an easy read |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
Ohhh there is there is . . . much hope the blood that runs is your own and only yours . . . now it is and you are more - always have been *smile* a little green hmmm always said those were nice eyes the green ones . . . amazing xxoo |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
Yet again Raph, your writing hits hard. Each case is it's own type of hell, but, DAMN I relate! People are always telling me how pretty I am, how much I look like my mom, but as I get older all I can see is my father's features in mine and it sickens me because of what he did to my mother and I....I feel ugly because I am remnants of him as well, but there's hope also knowing that I am half her. The last stanza really hit me...I know this well. Hugs, Melissa Intellectually I know that Canada is no better than any other country. Emotionally I KNOW that Canada is the best country in the world! |
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garysgirl  
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Raph, I could feel this one, friend. It really touched me This especially... Reminding me that I'm as much her son as I am his and there is hope in this Oh yes, friend, I agree with Sue, there is more than hope. Besides a touch of green in the eyes, she also gave you the traits of love and compassion. I feel it in your poems and replies, as well. And, Raph, this is very true, too... I am more than he. Yes, you most definitely are!!  Heart Hugs,  Ethel [This message has been edited by garysgirl (05-06-2003 11:28 PM).] |
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Ratleader
since 2003-01-23
Posts 7026Visiting Earth on a Guest Pass |
Some poets are dancers, and some are boxers. There's unexpected power in the dancer's movements, and there's a particular grace in in the boxer's, but you can always tell the difference. ....and you definitely won this round. ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸ ¸¸ºº> ~~~(¸¸ER¸¸ºº> |
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MARK V SHELDON Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 3015In a corporeal internship... |
Yet again, I am reminded of my favorite prayer, not for its "religious" origin but for its wisdom: God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; the courage to change the things I can; and the wisdom to know the difference. Powerful writing, friend, as always. May you find your peace... -MVS You CAN make a difference: |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
you are we all are a mix of those who sired and bore us and all the people before tham..many we do not know..we might find ourselves pleased to say we are fo their blood... this hits hard Raph..and I have to agree with Mark here... |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Aenimal Strong write, well done. |
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JP Senior Member
since 1999-05-25
Posts 1343Loomis, CA |
Simple eloquence showing the depth of hope in murky waters Well written. Yesterday is ash, tomorrow is smoke; only today does the fire burn. |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
There is hope in this in the green... ~*~ Yes... |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
*sitting, thinking* this was a hard read |
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Aenimal Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-18
Posts 7350the ass-end of space |
Thanks angel, I hope so..though come to think of it my mom's eyes are kinda blueish..damn Thanks Melissa and I'm sorry you can relate too nice for this sort of BS Thank you Ethel especially for the hugs Thanks Ed does that mean i get a shamt and millions of dollars? Thanks MVS and always may you write here more often Cpat thanks for stopping in and hopefully somewhere back there, there is someone whose bloodline I'd proud to share Thanks SY Thanks alot JP appreciate the read and comment Thanks Karilea..but like i said I'm horrible with eye colors I'm now thinking her's are more blue, does that negate the poem or hope? damn Thanks Dixie I know, I feel bad sometimes for posting them here instead of dark or something |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
Ok sweety - you need glasses . . . blue? blue? go look . . . Im waiting - well I'm at school but still go look . . . green - ha! |
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Alan Senior Member
since 2000-09-12
Posts 1499right next door |
I found this to be a strong and honest feeling write. alan |
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Startime55 Member Elite
since 2003-04-05
Posts 2148Alberta, Canada |
Your words also show that you are your own person...The flesh may look the same but inside the heart and soul do not beat the same tune....Beautiful write... |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Not now...  |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
Sharp and vivid. Well done. TD |
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Aenimal Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-18
Posts 7350the ass-end of space |
Sue thought they were green but my brother tells me hers are blue..i feel like a putz, i never remember people's eyecolor Thanks ALan thats what I try for Startime55 I truly hope so Thanks Karilea grin Thank you TD |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
This powerful poem touches deeply ..... but I can only think that you are a beautiful offspring of both. And this is a fact, more than hope. Abbracci. Margherita |
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Aenimal Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-18
Posts 7350the ass-end of space |
Thanks margherita Abbracci |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
nice |
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dreambuilder Member
since 2003-03-23
Posts 319caddyshack |
appearance doesn't matter it's what you are like on the inside that matters never duplicate the negative you were raised with - become the Man you want to be |
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Ceinwyn Member Elite
since 2000-07-09
Posts 2175VA |
you know I really wish I was good at the commenting thing I always sound stupid..but how about this  that just says about everything I'm lacking to say..I empathize it's better than pity and sympathy don't you agree? |
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Aenimal Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-18
Posts 7350the ass-end of space |
thanks vandana dream it's hard when you look as much like my father as i do, or at least just enough to remind you everytime you look in the mirror Yeah Kris empathy is much better hugs |
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