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time to saddle up the ol mule again
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time to saddle up the ol mule again |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia 
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Once again, it feels like time to saddle up the ol mule, get outta Dodge or whatever the hell this place is labeled on the maps, before the dust settles any deeper on my attitude. I never seem to be able to sink deep enough roots to thrive, to comfortably call a place HOME. Gypsy natured gals like me fight fiercely to remain free, yet often have a secret buried dream of sinking knee deep into the soil in a silent roaring scream wanting to hold onto some kind of Gibralter that never finds its way within reach. And everytime I pack to pick up and go, shake off my shoes and overcoat, I leave a bit of myself behind, mixed within the scattered dust pile of what was. |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Where are ya headin' there Kacy girl? I might like to come along if that ol mule can carry us both. I feel like gettin' away from it all for abit. Enjoyed this. hugs, Chris "At the touch of love everyone becomes a poet." |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
LOL, Chris, I never really know until I go. I know that sounds pathethic, but it's the truth, and the truth is the only bit of baggage I refuse to leave behind. Guess I'll decide after the holidays. Yes, it is true. I am not intending to remain in Colorado much longer. There is great beauty here, and I haven't even seen the most of it yet. but circumstances are changing, and I miss the Pacific Ocean so much I cannot stand it some days. The smell of salt air in my nostrils, the sound of seagulls... Ahhhhh. Thanks for spending a moment with me in the dust. I miss the ocean too much to stay here any longer. Yep, I'll leave some space in the back seat for ya m'friend.LOL, we could share the driving time  [This message has been edited by Midnitesun (12-10-2003 09:59 PM).] |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
You're on! The ocean sounds fantastic to me. I'm off to pack my bags!  |
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Obscurity Member
since 2003-12-04
Posts 153In A Melancholic Dream |
Ive found that moving around, brings a totally unique fondness towards the emotion towards the earth. In 17 years, Ive lived in about 12 different places, and I can honestly say that Ive become more and more in touch with the beauty of the earth (especially the cross country road trips). I liked this piece alot! |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
LOL, I love that pen name, and thank you much for that reply! It's nice to know I'm not alone on this road to anywhere and nowhere. LOL, but some days, I have to look in the mirror to see if it is the same face that stared back at me yesterday. NOPE! It's changing again! DANGIT, Stephen King, get outta my mirror! |
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icebox Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 4383in the shadows |
Hey, it is a small planet, might as well make the most of it. In the end we are all vagabonds. Happy trails!  |
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Greeneyes 
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
Gads I wish I wasn't so "settled" that I could do this.....Id love nothing more then to travel and move and see the sites....I always have a fond peace to move back to the ocean side myself....I miss the beauty and vast seas...hugssssssssss Lauren~ I would rather have one breath of his hair, one kiss of his mouth, one touch of his hand than an eternity without it. [This message has been edited by Greeneyes (12-10-2003 11:41 PM).] |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
icebox, ues, it is a very tiny planet and yet I've only wandered around a bite size piece of it. LOL, hopefully, I'll still walk on more distant shores. Lauren, being 'grounded' must have some advantages, but my feet just seem to need constant movement. Thanks for runnin with me for a while  |
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Krawdad Member Elite
since 2001-01-03
Posts 2597 |
Hey, you still here? Well, virtually, anyway. Good luck on your return to the sea. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
LOL, yes, for now, though I haven't much computer time available lately. Well, I've decided it's back to the sea for me. I hope to end up on the Olympic peninsula (Washington) by next summer. thanks Kraw, for the visit! |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Midnitesun, I surely wish you well with your changes. Just one thing, are you going to have access to a computer??? Hope so, I would miss your words. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Iliana, good mornin to you thanks for your reply. Yes, I can't imagine surviving without one now. LOL, Yanno, the PC and internet service are as important.. NO, make that MORE important to me than indoor plumbing.  |
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Sadelite Member Elite
since 2003-10-11
Posts 2519 |
Midnitesun, I roped a good one! This heartfelt beauty deserves a bump and a trip to my library! Is that ok? Sadelite |
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muted
since 2004-01-15
Posts 2949Elapsing, Eclipsing, Evolving |
"Gypsy natured gals like me fight fiercely to remain free, yet often have a secret buried dream of sinking knee deep into the soil in a silent roaring scream wanting to hold onto some kind of Gibralter that never finds its way within reach." ....oh this one rings true in my ears! |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
...yet often have a secret buried dream of sinking knee deep into the soil in a silent roaring scream... ~&~ I know. Travel well... you'll find your haven one day, and will hold it so close... you'll become one with it. |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (smiles) I know how you are homesick for the ocean, sweet friend, I'm moving to Portland in May 2005 as I want to love near the ocean and there it's only 45 minutes from it! (kiss on cheek) Yay, I hope you enjoyed the Colorado experience nevertheless, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Kacy, 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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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
thanks friends I'll still be around a bit longer, but probably won't be online after Feb 10, unplugged on the 12th and on the road the 13th LOL, yes Friday the 13th. It will be a good day for me. Wish I had a black cat. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
gotta agree with icebox here |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
hey Dixie, thank you for taking a moment |
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