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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 Ceviche By: Noah Eaton 3/1/03  Rolando sits late at night at the Costa del Sol Eats his paella, orders another mauby for the house to satisfy his soul Placed his wishes on a wire-mesh strainer Blanched them on a griddle so they can simmer Sr. Bravo lies his feet on the toadstool by the Paseo With his bandoneon in hand, the local legend of punteado While Inés stands on the sideline, in a red dress A red dress as vibrant as the sunrise over Santiago, I must confess And from behind the juice bar Guillermo says… Have you been looking for the new prima donna? Well, my friend, she’s right here swaying in melisma They say olives can’t spend a life in hydrolysis Get leached, get fermented, ripen for the best of the season So get out there and work those castanets Join the palmeros and leave those tongs for the chef ‘Cause that sinuous smile is closer than you think Waiting for you to leap into the drink… Doesn’t it all taste better? When the lemon is lying there on the rim of that half-full glass? So get out there and join the dance…  Guillermo sits at the piano, keying Baires 72 Starts up the Valsisimo and so begins the prelude Inés stands there shaking like a gordal tree Rolando gently taps her shoulder, she turns to face him, singing… Let’s strike up a Sevillana together, what do you say? And she takes his hand and lets her heels give way Let’s get as good as it gets and blend it on puree Pivot those toes, adjust your heels, and let’s play… Doesn’t it all taste better? When the lemon is lying there on the rim of that half-full glass? So get out there and join the dance… Listened to Loudres muttering, I heard a proverb through his guitar, ”Tell me with whom you walk and I will tell you who you are” And through her song, he could hear her Quejío As he and she turned face to face, their desires tapping in zapateodo You’ve got to get inside the temple than wait outside Let that skirt pirouette, the poetry come out in 2/4 time Flavor that cuisine with some lime juice Marinate that whitefish, and the cilantros flavor shall work through Toss the greens over, make your own vinaigrette Ceviche is ready, life will never taste so full of flavor again Don’t close your eyes, there’s too many colors swarming “A bird in the hand is worth more than 100 flying” “A bird in the hand is worth more than 100 flying”… Doesn’t it all taste better? When the lemon is lying there on the rim of that half-full glass? So get out there and join the dance… Doesn’t it all taste better? When the lemon is lying there on the rim of that half-full glass? So get out there and join the dance… ”Tell me with whom you walk and I will tell you who you are”  "You'll find something that's enough to keep you But if the bright lights don't receive you You should turn yourself around and come back home" MB20 |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Noah Definetly a work of art....Very very well done! Eric Ain't doin nothin at all |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Noah, you are so diversified in your knowledge of culture and emotions. I loved the way you intermingled two languages here. Great poem!  jo |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Noah, this was spectacular! ~ A sumptuous feast for the poetic palette! ~ So rich in visuals, aromas, flavors, sounds... I truly enjoyed this and am going back for a second read because there was so much to soak up! You are the Picasso of poetry! Love you, Angel Boy! Forever friends, Linda |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Ah Noah, my feet are tapping and I'm suddenly starving! I truly enjoyed this, my friend. |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
WOW Noah......you are so gifted, what a splendid gem you shared with us. GREAT WRITE!! ((hugs)) Charisma |
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Startime55 Member Elite
since 2003-04-05
Posts 2148Alberta, Canada |
WOW!!!...And such a beautiful presentation... |
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Krishankins
since 2002-06-23
Posts 972Texas |
So many things change from day to day. It's nice to see a constant in your talent for words Noah! The last line of this was like wading in deep waters. Beautifully done as usual!!! If you're not yourself, then there is no you. |
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Ringo
since 2003-02-20
Posts 3684Saluting with misty eyes |
Tell me with whom you walk and I will tell you who you are The wole thing is absolutely great... however this is the best line of them all. My ex-wife says I never listened to her. At least I think that's what |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
Excellent work my friend, blending the arts, bending the rules...love it ________ice ><> |
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Local Rebel Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-21
Posts 5767Southern Abstentia |
Very well done.. love the graphics too -- are they strictly digital or digitized physical media? |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
nice  |
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