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Cleansing Burn
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Cleansing Burn |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida 
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There was a time when action and reaction seemed so much quicker, seemed so much more valuable if given within a heartbeats clock. I used to think it was important to think fast anything else declaring weakness in character, weakness in thought, and surely vulnerability of a soul. Yet today I reflect. My thought process taking time to introspect and process where I have been who I have known and the lessons learned from the color or lack thereof. My tears come easier for I no longer fear a message of need or sympathy. Tears have become the mirror of my spirit, the blood of my wounds. No longer needing to hide my hurt, my despair or disappointment with life, love or people. Knowing I am just as human as they, knowing they are no better and I, no worse. I have learned to take my time with thought. To listen more to my intuition. To hear the whispers in my mind. I may never find the half I seek, nor the kind of security that can be found in another’s arms. But I find in myself the courage to continue to look, hope, and cry when it hurts. "cast me gently into the morning, for the night has been unkind" |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
good to see you survived the big blow down that way... but then the Govt is used to hot air and lots of wind so it shouldn't be any surprise you all made it through.  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
"I have learned to take my time with thought. To listen more to my intuition. To hear the whispers in my mind." ~ and you have "learned" a great deal! May you continue to find in yourself, "the courage to continue to look, hope, and cry when it hurts." ~ A deep and meaningful write. Sending you a big, warm, comforting hug, Linda |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Yet today I reflect. My thought process taking time to introspect and process where I have been who I have known and the lessons learned from the color or lack thereof Your introspection is greatly appreciated!! Makes me cringe when I think of all the things I've said and done without thinking. You brought a tear to my eye, and made me feel more human than I have in a long time. Outstanding poetry Susan~ *Truly* Take good care of you. |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Knowing I am just as human as they, knowing they are no better and I, no worse. Just one of about 20 or so lines that are so true and so honestly written. I remember the days when react was expected and stop and think was close to failure... And I have felt many of these thoughts, as well as having shed quite a few tears over the years...without shame. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
I have learned to take my time with thought. To listen more to my intuition. "To hear the whispers in my mind. I may never find the half I seek, nor the kind of security that can be found in another’s arms. But I find in myself the courage to continue to look, hope, and cry when it hurts." Susan, I believe those whispers will guide you to where you need to be. You chose a perfect title for this pensive poem. I so much get where you are coming from dear friend, and this touched me deeply. Good write.  ....jo |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Susan, This is such wonderful writing, showing growth and dimension of thought in such a poetic manner. I plan to keep this--maybe the wisdom within will rub off onto me someday! Thanks, miscellanea |
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MGROVES
since 2004-02-01
Posts 3802california |
much wisdom here  |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
This is a truly wonderful piece of writing Susan, and I am placing it in my library to read over and over again. Hugs, Chris "At one glance |
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inkedgoddess Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-19
Posts 7392Ohio |
wonderful and wise words to read again and again |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
You all are far more kind than I deserve, especially since I have not found the time to read and respond as much as I usually like. Thank you for taking the time to read and understand. It's what makes this place a home. "cast me gently into the morning, for the night has been unkind" |
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