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Breathing In
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Breathing In |
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Sunshine
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since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart 
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Breathing In The smell of books. Let alone virgin paper, Would seem to some – Ludicrous. Even when I slash into a ream Of fresh bond ~ Smelling the tear Of blue wrapped holding package, And the almost vinegar scent Of leach to white, Or onionskin, Before tin-canned ribboned ink fell In shadowing truth, although It was a scent, almost long gone now From my life. Paper seems to retain A mystery of what is yet to be – Like my heartbeat ~ Which comes and goes on its Own decidedly inept way. Paper is like that, Because I don’t know ahead of time What once life force I may hold Soon enough ~ ~*~ My daughter found a book of Thomas Moore’s, Of “The Lansdowne Poets Notes, Life & C.” No copyright, in better-than-fair Shape, with life taking toll as it does, And there is something about Old ~ Books, especially, When the wood smell returns When the ink scent has faded In old; But the deep, rich, pungent smell Of earthy wood decay from Walking a richly timbered forest Falls up from footsteps, Or touch of finger to turn Time As leaves turn… This…. Is my life. As books Are my future. So… Write well, upon the parchment, Of yesterday and tomorrow, And I will Breathe you in. And then, again… |
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Susan Member Ascendant
since 2004-03-27
Posts 5104walking the surreal |
Ah very nice. 'tis true, the pleasure of inhaling a scent of a book, or that of papers written long ago, or virgin. Much enjoyed.  SusanThe whole of the Universe resides within each individual heart. |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Oh, this is just marvelous! You take the smell of paper and make it live! What exceptional writing, my dear Liz |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Oh, my sis in law, how well you draw me in with this! I do that, too....smell paper....smell books. This is one of my favorites of yours -- it's sooooo good.  ....jo |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Even when I slash into a ream Of fresh bond ~ Smelling the tear Of blue wrapped holding package, And the almost vinegar scent Of leach to white, Or onionskin, Before tin-canned ribboned ink fell In shadowing truth, although It was a scent, almost long gone now From my life. ================================= if there is ever another pips book.. this must be in it.... love the theme and intend of inspire in this. yes... books, paper, the written word IS your future. People come & go in our lives but the memories & poetry remain... |
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Startime55 Member Elite
since 2003-04-05
Posts 2148Alberta, Canada |
Absolutely magnificent....I love the musty odor of old books and when I see a clean white page I itch to fill it with words that will bring it to life...I love this poem...It is wonderful... |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
I agree with the birthday moth 100%! If ever Ron decides to do another book this piece is a must for it! I too love the smell of old books, new books and paper.... Extremely well said. Hugs~ Something tugs at me, I've no doubt of that. |
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Kevo Member
since 2004-06-02
Posts 466Navarro County, Texas, USA |
Touching books to the worn pages sitting lonely on the dust laden bookshelf in some obscure bookstore. I love books as well. I collect antique books. I especially enjoy the personal writing on the inside covers of my 19th century books. They all seemed to write so eloquently then. With the writing, etc. I see a glimpse of history in the book. As if it want's to tell a story. How I wish it could tell a story. Yes, I love the poem, and the tattered, lonely books I find. I am in solidarity my page-loving friend. Kevin |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
Paper is like that, Because I don’t know ahead of time What once life force I may hold Soon enough ~ Each and every word is enchanting, yet, this especially left my heart sing, making me want to write, write write....you are an inspiration, your every word descriptive images to be seen. Thank you |
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Endlessecho Member
since 2003-09-05
Posts 398I live within myself |
Oh! I've always loved the smell of books.. they each seem to have their own print.. their own essence. Like us. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
the first thing I did when I got my copy of Reflections, was smell it |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
"Write well, upon the parchment, Of yesterday and tomorrow, And I will Breathe you in. And then, again…" Me too, me TOO! You have a magnificent talent for catching the reader’s attention, and drawing them in to you every word. Wonderful write! Really enjoyed. JL She said: ”You look cute in the dark.” |
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Ericc Member Elite
since 2003-01-31
Posts 4178 |
Wow....!!!!!! Eric |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
I feel just this way about old books. And untouched paper as well. What a perfect way of saying this. Sandra |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee |
The priceless scent of dreams and reality, never scribed so eloquently. As always dear lady...such an enjoyment to read you. Love, Reg |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Now you just knew that I would like this right?  Hugs.... |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Karilea, I breathed in every eloquent word you wrote on this pungent parchment!   Loved this, Poetessa Perfecta! Breathe deep! Write on! Linda |
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Ratleader
since 2003-01-23
Posts 7026Visiting Earth on a Guest Pass |
Ah, yes....nothing like a ream of virgin paper...... EEK! -)WHAM!(- OW! -)SLAP!(- OUCH! -)THUD!(- YEOWIE! ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸ ¸¸ºº> ~~~(¸¸ER¸¸ºº> |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I didn't want this to end... it's that wonderful! *S* |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Karilea So wonderful this poem...thanks for the reminder that it gives to me of appreciation for books, and for you!  |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
Ahhh yes Karilea, I'm with you. "hugs" Maree The clouds never expect it when it rains, but the sea, changes colour, but the sea, does not change. |
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Kaoru
since 2003-06-07
Posts 3892where the wild flowers grow |
This is beautiful. |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
I love the way your mind perks. You do this so well. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Oh too bad this didn't get in "Reflections" what a wonderful theme poem this would have been along with the dedication to Lyra. Lovely Sunshine. |
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C? Member
since 2001-12-29
Posts 190 |
well aren't you the popular one! Very nice, indeed. " Before tin-canned ribboned ink fell In shadowing truth, although It was a scent, almost long gone now" That's gold. |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Karilea - yes, oh yes. I think that is partly why I love spending time in book stores. Excellent write! hugs, Chris Life itself is the most wonderful fairy tale. |
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