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Death's Change of Heart
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Death's Change of Heart |
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Selina Member
since 2003-06-07
Posts 62Philadelphia, PA, USA |
Death rode a Harley In the dream I had last night; He glared at me with dismal eyes And exhaled a weary sigh: "Your time is near, I've come to warn you- Watch out 'cause I'm close by- And when you least expect it- You'll hear my terror cry." I shivered from beneath my blankets The cotton shield on my face did no good. Because I know when he wanted me The end was understood. "Please, Sir, don't take me. My life is still ahead. Maybe if you want to- You could take my dog instead?" Death laughed and nodded his sullen head I caught a glimpse of his coat, inside- I spotted the souls of the lost and captured- Then turned my face aside. "You are quite the comic person- Even in your moment of demise- I would hate to take you from this world, You seem like such a prize." Then Bingo! It dawned on me: Maybe it's not the end- If I can keep him laughing, Perhaps more time to me he'll lend. "Excuse me, Mr. Death, it seems You're quite intent on taking me away But you see I can't go, I've planned a busy day." He laughed some more, and even smiled, It was unbelievable to see! To think that Death could laugh, And the one who caused it was me! "Dear Man, you are truly happy, Even as I threaten your life- So if you'll help me keep my quota- Perhaps I can take your wife?" My wife? I thought- Well, she does have a tendecy to nag- It might be nice to be rid of her- But-My god!-Have I gone mad? "Well, gee whiz, Sir, I don't know- I kinda love the witch- Maybe you could take my Mom-in-law And make a little switch?" He contemplated for a moment, Then sat and scratched his head. He thought long and he thought strong Then finally reached the edge. "Look, you nut, I don't have time to waste. First you, then pup, then wife, and now some dame? It is not an easy choice, and If it's wrong, I get the blame." I wondered if I had made him mad, I saw him red with rage I tried to imagine what Hell was like, Would they put me in a cage? "I am sorry, Sir, forgive me. This indecision is a fright But if you will trust yourself I am sure your choice will be right." He smiled once more and looked at me As if he changed his mind, Could it be that thanks to me, Death had become kind? "You know, you're right, The choice is mine, and I've had another thought. I'll let everyone stay and make their day So no one is distraught." This dream about Death's Change of Heart Boggles in my brain. Am I eating too much spicy food? Or am I just insane? Note: Sorry for the long first post, but I thought this would be the best poem for my first time...the rest are pretty different from this one  Thanks! |
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QjQ Member Elite
since 2003-04-18
Posts 3756U.S.A. |
interesting write and read,, i enjoyed it... Poetry is a vision that portrays ones impressions.QjQ |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
LOL, I loved the way you challenge death with your Harley underneath you for moral support! great post, and happy to have you ride in here on powerful wheels! [This message has been edited by Midnitesun (06-07-2003 01:29 PM).] |
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Selina Member
since 2003-06-07
Posts 62Philadelphia, PA, USA |
Thanks QjQ |
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Selina Member
since 2003-06-07
Posts 62Philadelphia, PA, USA |
Thanks so much Midnitesun! |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
 WELCOME TO PASSIONS! I very much enjoyed your first post! Thanks for the smiles..and, I look forward to seeing more of your work. ~Smiles & Hugs, Nancy~ ~Somewhere in my heart I'm always |
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Selina Member
since 2003-06-07
Posts 62Philadelphia, PA, USA |
Thank you everyone for your kind words, I think I'm going to like it here! |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
 I really enjoyed your humor in this part very much. And welcome to Passions I know you will enjoy Ron's poetry community very much. My wife? I thought- Well, she does have a tendecy to nag- It might be nice to be rid of her- But-My god!-Have I gone mad? "Well, gee whiz, Sir, I don't know- I kinda love the witch- Maybe you could take my Mom-in-law And make a little switch?" |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
I like this one. Welcome to Passions! |
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Selina Member
since 2003-06-07
Posts 62Philadelphia, PA, USA |
Mysteria - Thanks! The first part of this poem just came to me.. and it was amazing how quickly it flowed onto the paper. That's my favorite part too passingshadows - Thanks so much! I'm glad you liked it |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
Selina: great story here . . . poor doggie . . . lol Welcome to PIP! xxoo |
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Selina Member
since 2003-06-07
Posts 62Philadelphia, PA, USA |
hehehe littlewing - it's okay though, he spared them all in the end "If it's true you never loved me, there's no deception as you cry..." --SDaws |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
If death would be so kind...but then it would have to change its name to life...James |
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Selina Member
since 2003-06-07
Posts 62Philadelphia, PA, USA |
Hmm.. I guess that's true JamesMichael. |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggssssssss) Wow, your brave heart shines with true emotion and heart in this brilliant vivid debut, sweet friend, I know as you continue to share your wonderful poems with us you will continue to grace us all, yay! Welcome to Passions, sweet Sharon, may you be inspired by all of us here as we will all be inspired by your lovely words! I can't wait to read more of your lovely words, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Sharon, 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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Selina Member
since 2003-06-07
Posts 62Philadelphia, PA, USA |
Thank you Noah, that is so sweet of you. I appreciate and am grateful for your kind words |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Selina, we don't mind long poems...and good stories! I had to smile over this conversation with the devil himself...you've one active imagination, and I'm going to enjoy reading your poetry. Welcome to Passions. Please, check your E-mail for a Special Greeting! Karilea - if I whisper, will you listen? |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Selina, I heard garlic works pretty good, enjoyed. |
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Selina Member
since 2003-06-07
Posts 62Philadelphia, PA, USA |
Thank you so much Sunshine and Seymour! I'm glad you liked it |
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SEA
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
hee hee this was really really cute! I think you picked a fine poem for your first post.....humor is always a plus  welcome, looks like you are off to a great start! |
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Selina Member
since 2003-06-07
Posts 62Philadelphia, PA, USA |
Thanks SEA! I figured humor was a good way to introduce myself |
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