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I Know That Place
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I Know That Place |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada 
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I Know That Place That void where laughter never shines, Where sorrow slinks like creeping vines, That dreadful pit you cannot face ... Oh yes, my friend - - - I know that place. That crevice where the wounded hide, Where anguish festers ‘neath the tide, That emptiness you can’t embrace ... Oh yes, it’s true - - - I know that place. That hole where darkness swallows light, Where terror crawls through birthing night, That hollow fear you can’t erase ... Oh yes, indeed - - - I know that place. That chasm that consumes the mind, Where “what if’s” play in slow rewind, That endless loop you can’t outrace ... Oh yes, I fear - - - I know that place. That room where you feel all alone, Where seeds of woe are strewn and thrown, Look through the haze ... you’ll see my face ... You’re not alone - - - I know that place. /Kit McCallum |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
How wonderful it is to see you finally finding time to leave us some penned wisdom... how many of us truly know that place, indeed...a good reminder that we are never really, truly alone...  |
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Brad Majors 
since 2001-04-03
Posts 2647Georgia |
wow a kit poem I like it |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Love your writing dear Kit.. So good to see you stopping in Open to leave us a treasure. And, tis great to know we are not alone in 'that place'. ~Smiles & Hugs, Nancy~ In the midst of winter.. |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Kit - This is an incredible poem. I love the flow and the way you illuminated "the place." Absolutely brilliant. I also know WHY you know that place - You've been to the Scallawags and Rascals Convention, haven't you? You met Toerag and Balladeer there. Didn't you? I warned you to not go there! Alas! Alack! Why oh why didn't you heed my warnings? [insert lots of woeful sighs here] |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
That hollow fear you can’t erase I know that place...too described well, Kit *s M |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Kit You mean the one next to the egos nest. Wonderful write. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Oh Kit you read my mind - I tried to write something for a friend that seems overwhelmedm and here you are with all the right words to say, so I will forward it onto her. You m'dear are a beautiful soul. |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Yes, I know and have written of this place as well. You described it perfectly. hugs to you dear lady, Chris "At the touch of love everyone becomes a poet." |
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kayjay Member Elite
since 2002-06-24
Posts 2015Oregon |
How did you find time from your "Smilie Construction Ltd" to put such a lovely write together. Ken Through rubble and trouble and dark of night |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
felt it needed a second read... enjoyed it both times  M |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
That room where you feel all alone, Where seeds of woe are strewn and thrown, Look through the haze ... you’ll see my face ... You’re not alone - - - I know that place. Kit, I was thinking the same think as Sharon.... I know so many people who are, or have been, in"that place"....myself included. If you don't mind, I'm going to send some e-cards from this poem. It is so beautiful, and you are so wise, sweet lady.  Hugs to you, Ethel |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Kit...everything you write, and every time I read you I am impressed by your depth of compassion and your poetic ability....like now! Hugs! |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
you never write enough, and when you do... oh how very blessed we all are..... |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Kit...I know that place very well....My wife takes me there all the time, it must be Wally World ( Walmart )...Only joking. Your writing touches me deeply. That place you write of can be so cold and lonely at times and other times a comfort to us, where we can reflect on our lives. Thanks so much for sharing...Paul "To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you" |
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Terrina Member
since 2003-12-31
Posts 166California |
this is one of the greats. I'm going to go back and read everything you have written....I'm a fan! That crevice where the wounded hide, Where anguish festers ‘neath the tide, That emptiness you can’t embrace ... Oh yes, it’s true - - - I know that place. I just love this.... |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
If you could see me as I am, Not as you think of me, You'd know that this "place" Is where this clown should be. I live there each day, Hiding myself With clown-like antics But misery from hell. You hit "me" and my "place" on the head sweets..... |
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Sadelite Member Elite
since 2003-10-11
Posts 2519 |
Where “what if’s” play in slow rewind Yes. Sadelite |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
And in the depths of darkness, a friend lights the way... This is just beautiful, Kit... and so special to all of us who know that place. |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Oh yes! I know that place, very well. |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
It helps to know others have been there, doesn't it? Beautifully done, Kit! |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
I do not feel so alone now |
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GG Member Elite
since 2002-12-03
Posts 3532Lost in thought |
I know it, too... thank you for putting it into words. Its in my library... Always, Alyssa He was a man of sorrows |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Dear Kit, we all know that place, this was wonderful, very much enjoyed, you have a gift Kit that warms my heart and gives me inspiration to write, thank you so much for sharing my friend and take care. Sincerely Rick |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
(smiles) God Bless You, sweet friend, you speak with a most compassionate, warm heart that can comfort anyone's heart in an instant, and it is special friends like you who make the world go round in color, yay! (kiss on cheek) I love it, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Kit, thank you for sharing! May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "You'll find something that's enough to keep you |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
It's a beautiful piece of writing, Kit. If you do know that place then you were only visiting because your world is a positive one, filled with hope, laughter and kindness. The flow of this poem is second to none. It would make a wonderful torch song  |
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MorninGlory Member
since 2003-08-30
Posts 175Oklahoma |
Kit, I have been away for a while, but was thrilled to see this work posted by you on my return. It is well-written, perfect form, and carries a very important message. You have quite a sensitive side, I think, and it shows in your work. I look forward to reading more of your work. Beautiful work. |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
I’m sorry it’s taken me so long to respond, everyone. I was bound and determined I’d find time to thank everyone individually though. It’s been a long time since I’ve posted something original, and it sure was wonderful to be greeted home so warmly. Thank you … . Sunshine: It’s nice to know we’re never truly alone … thanks Karilea. Brad Majors: LOL @ a kit poem … I’m just glad I remembered how to write and post Brad, thanks! Enchantress: Thanks so much Nancy, it’s so nice to be posting again. LngJhnAg: Thank you for the lovely words followed by the grins, LngJhn, lol. Nakdthoughts: Thanks for letting me know, Maureen … I really appreciate it. Seymour Tabin: Awww, thanks Sy! Mysteria: I’m so glad it this was able to help your friend Sharon … thanks and hugs. Nightshade: Thanks so much Chris … I truly appreciate knowing others have been “there”. Kayjay: LOL … my "Smilie Construction Ltd" is on hold for a wee bit, but I’m hoping to get back to it soon Ken .. thanks! Nakdthoughts: I’m glad you enjoyed it both times Maureen … thanks again! Garysgirl: I hope you felt free to go ahead and send some e-card Ethel … I think that’s great, thanks! Martie: What a beautiful comment Martie … hugs right back at you … thank you. Gentle Spirit: Donna, thank you so much … I really appreciate it. Paul Wilson: LOL @ Walmart, and thank you for your additional reflective thoughts Paul, much appreciated. Terrina: Thanks very much for the kind words Terrina … welcome to Passions! Toerag: Thank you for the poetic response Toe … It seems we know this place well? Hugs to you. Sadelite: I’m glad you enjoyed Sadelite …thanks! Southern: Thanks for the kind words Ruth … very much appreciated. SmartChick: Thanks for letting me know SmartChick … I guess we’re not alone. Denise: I think it does Denise … thanks so much. passing shadows: Seems we’re in it with quite a few Dixie, thanks. GG: Thank you Alyssa, very much appreciated. Rick: Your comment has warmed my heart Rick … thank you! Mistletoe Angel: I’m so glad it was a comforting piece Noah … thank you. Balladeer: Thanks for commenting on the flow Michael .. I played with this one a while. I’m glad it came across well, and thank you for the sweet words. Hugs to you. MorninGlory: Thank you so much for the wonderful response MorninGlory, very much appreciated! With much appreciation to all, /Kit |
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