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Professor Gloom Member Elite
since 2000-07-23
Posts 3082of Depression |
Oft times in ancient Chinese culture there is the Hermit figure, a scholar or court official that has left his previous life and gone to live an existence of very meager means. In China to become a recluse you had to go to the mountains of the west because the lowlands were heavily populated. The old man with a long beard sitting on the mountain top became associated with these hermits who shed possessions and comforts for peace and contentment. These poems will be about a fictional poet name Zhan Zhing who has left his post as a city minister to become a hermit and write poetry. I can no longer agree With the things I see So I leave my home The piles of drab stone And begin a new journey I surrender choices to you When rice is too few Where the poor will go I no longer know It’s something I can not do I go to find poetry Far mountain beauty And peace in my soul As slow I grow old, Just to be from the city. Gloom |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
cannot tell you how I love the city, like a giant playground, the light, mimes and musicians in the streets, the shows...but if given choice, would leave in a heartbeat...love the way you've composed this...and wondering, though, I don't mean to pry....if this is something you have done...people think I'm a little different when I say...I love seclusion...don't most? Very much enjoyed. |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Very beautiful! This yearning to seek isolation, silence, solitude and to "go inside" can be very very strong. Many may wish to do this, but only a few realize it. Love, Margherita |
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Professor Gloom Member Elite
since 2000-07-23
Posts 3082of Depression |
Thank you, LeeJ, I also love seclusion, at times describing myself as an Urban hermit. As for doing it, well sort of long ago when I lived in West Virginia, but work brought me back to the populated areas. Perhaps in a few years, I’ll retire to a secluded area and just watch the grass grow. Later, not now. Thank you, Margherita, Pleased you enjoyed. Gloom |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
I felt a deep yearning to go along.. "cast me gently into the morning, for the night has been unkind" |
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Professor Gloom Member Elite
since 2000-07-23
Posts 3082of Depression |
Thank you, Susan Come along, this journey of words is just beginning Although it might be rather slow and sedate I am pleased to have you along Gloom |
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Sadelite Member Elite
since 2003-10-11
Posts 2519 |
Professor, I am eager to see were the poet will take us on these journeys. I enjoyed this very much, easily visualizing long-bearded aged man in interest and contemplation on summit. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
I will be here to read |
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