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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
"You will hardly know who I am or what I mean, But I shall be good health to you nevertheless, And filter and fibre your blood." . Walt Whitman, "Song Of Myself" #52 *********************************** Feeding Deer.....by ice * They do not flee anymore When someone passes the window Or walks the dog in the front yard, Like they did in December; Nor take flight to the woods edge And stomp their feet to startle- me, as if I were a predator; No warning snort blows Into the cold still silence; They just stand there, Breathing, white-soft columns Into the cold, sharp zero. * (To help you stand strong) * My brothers and sisters You do not know me, but I will share with you my harvest. Do not be afraid, There is flesh in my freezer And the bodies of trees Are stacked in short pieces, Dried and arranged To ease the stoves hunger, It is winter... I am warm and fed And desire to share the cache, Of summers bounty in my crib. * (At twilight, around the corn-pile) * They dance in a circle, At the bottom of seasons With no sound of music, Without knowledge of reasons. They do not know The songs in its downbeat That they and I sing, And cold lyrics of winter, Will be soundless in spring. * end |
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Justbleu Member Elite
since 1999-08-31
Posts 3329Oregon, Originally From Alaska :) |
Beautiful writing!!!! Hope to read more!!!! Take Care!!!! Bridgette  "Somewhere, somehow, it should be possible to touch someone and never let go again. To hold someone, not for a moment but forever." Unknown |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
This is a beautiful piece filled with vivid imagery. Very much enjoyed the read. ~Smiles & Hugs, Nancy~ watch the deer come close just outside the cottage door hoof tracks in the snow. In the midst of winter.. |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (sigh) Oh Ford, this is wonderful, dearest friend, you know how I love Walt Whitman and how heroic he is to my heart, God Bless You, this is so peaceful and lovely, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Ford, 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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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
Bridgette Beautiful writing can only be done when you have a beautiful subject...and the deer are simply that...:-) Thank you for reading and commenting.. * Nancy Thank you for the nice comments, and the added, short poem fits perfectly.....:-) * Noah Always nice to see your loving replies, I am glad you liked the poem....The deer are still outside my window in the back yard, I can see their sillhouettes against the backdrop of snow....:-) |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Ford This makes me long for a place far enough away from the city, for the deer. Beautiful writing, my friend...and much heart! |
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Bonnie j Senior Member
since 2003-06-27
Posts 1588Ohio |
This place you have painted with your words sounds so peaceful. I don't have deer, but I do have two bunnies that come to visit and love the carrots I offer in heartfelt love. Love Bon  |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
This is exactly how deer should be caught, living, and a delight to behold. |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
bravo! I think to date. ny favorite from you.. |
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