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An Unread Book
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An Unread Book |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light 
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Here sit I upon this shelf, Bound and blue and by myself. An unread book with ne'er a glance, ~ Chapters of denied romance. Passions pink within each page, Fade to sepia as they age. Secret longings left untold, ~ No readers for my heart's unfold. I hold the key to my life's book, But no one cares to take a look At words expressed from soul of me, ~ No knight to set this maiden free. Locked am I in turret high, Just out of reach of sun and sky. My cries for love remain unheard. I'm lost, alone ~ a flightless bird. O' Dear Lord, please heed my prayer, Release me from my life's despair. My hopes are gone ~ I'm bread unleavened. I beg You raise me up me to heaven. [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (10-05-2004 11:45 AM).] |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Just to let you know, my friends, this is just poetry! My boyfriend was pleased to hear that! lol  |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
A beautiful heavenly write Linda. Much enjoyed..and good to know you will remain our 'earth' angel! Hugs~ ~Autumn..the year's last, loveliest smile.~ |
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Susan Member Ascendant
since 2004-03-27
Posts 5104walking the surreal |
And as poetry, it is expressive in its longing and unmet desires - well done angelic one -  SusanHappiness isn't something that happens to you, it's created from within you. Joy is a state of mind. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Hi, Nancy! Yeppers, my feet are firmly planted on terra firma! ~ until I get the Call to go home!  Happy autumn hugs, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Susan ~ Thank you, Sparkling One! Huggums, Linda |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
God knows how many "unread books" really are in pain like this? You have given them a very touching beautiful voice .... yearning souls sing a soft melancholic song ... you have captured it so very well. Love and hugs. Margherita |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Earth Angel Cheez I was just about to get my horse and come to your rescue. Well maybe next time. LOL |
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Joe Houck Member
since 2001-04-23
Posts 324california |
I love how sincere and genuine this poem was. And yet It’s just a poem. Not something that directly reflects or even relates to your real life. Great poets aren’t just writers, they’re actors too =). I love this. "The worst vice is advice" (Al Pacino, devil's advocate) |
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Ericc Member Elite
since 2003-01-31
Posts 4178 |
Wonderful write. Eric |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
very powerfully written and expressed Well done! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Margherita ~ Even your replies are expressed so poetically and with such warmth of heart. Love & Light, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Sir Sonneteering Knight ~ Ooops! I spoke too soon and have missed out on your swooping me onto your steed and carrying me off to your castle in the sky! Perhaps another time...another place... Rainbow Love, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Hi, Joe! Long time no see or read! I enjoyed reading your thoughts. Yes, I agree, some of the qualities that make a good actor, can also help make a good poet. It is the ability to get out of your own skin and into the skin of others ~ so to speak!  Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Eric ~ Merci beaucoups! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Lee ~ Thank you for saying so. I was almost moved to tears while I was writing the poem. I really get into the moods of my poems. I suppose that is why I prefer to write in a more up-beat and positive style. If I'm not feeling that way at the start of the write, I am by the end of it! My poetry can be a source of inspiration in my own life! lol Love & Light, Linda |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Two line rhyme is one of my favorites especially when it just flows smooth and this one does. So glad to hear that it was only a poem, now maybe Sy will give me my horse back. Very good write with the longing not missing a beat. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Good morning, Mark. Reading your warm and humorous reply was a wonderful way for me to start my day! Thank you, Dear Tiger Man! Have a glorious day! Love & Light, Linda |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Hello my friend .... oh, how many books sit on that book shelf ready to be opened. A wonderful write .... as always! huggles, Marti |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Hi, Marti! A lovely and thoughtful reply. Thank you, Mountain Paradise Woman! Loves 'n hugs, Linda |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Hmmmm... you've been reading my life again, haven't you? *G* I like this very much, lady... *S* |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Earth Angel, It is such a delight to be on Piptalk again, reading your creative and spirited words! Your personification and rhyme are awesome! Enjoyed bunches and bunches... misc'e |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
it's always lovely to read your words I'm glad I have some time this morning |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Linda...this poem is absolutely perfect in every way...content, subject matter, rhyme, rhythm...a classic in the wait, perfect, simply perfect  Oh, did I mention I loved it?? |
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garysgirl 
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Linda, I also loved the perfection of the rhythm and rhyme in this beautiful poetry. And, I am also glad to hear that it was "just poetry" and not written from reality. Hugs to you, my friend, Ethel |
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SouthernWinds Junior Member
since 2002-08-23
Posts 12Dreaming in the clouds |
Earth Angel, I was moved to tears as I read this, because you DID write my life right now. I'm so very glad I ventured into Pip tonight to be able to read this treasure. Thank goodness I have friends whom enjoy reading my "book" to use your words. Thank you again for writing so elegantly what I am feeling right now. |
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RedStoneEB Senior Member
since 2003-06-08
Posts 772uk |
Still my fave poet on PIP your words always keep me thinking "Don't dream of angels without wings only you could compare to such beauty filled things ^.~" |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
Linda~ This was lovely! "cast me gently into the morning, for the night has been unkind" |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
Linda I'm sending you back up to the top Where you and this deserve to be Your comment gave me a smile of brightness today...what a gem! Happy Friday  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Suthern ~ I want to give you a loving hug, my friend. You are far too special to have a poem such as this being a reflection of your life. May the love that is in your beautiful heart be returned to you a hundredfold. Loving hugs, EA |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
I am pleased to know it is only poetry....lol....but not just poetry! It shows the depth of your empathetic feelings for those who do feel these feelings. You are such a tender and brilliant sparkling star of an Earth Angel! love you, jo |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Misc'e ~ It is a delight to see you back on Piptalk again! You have been through a great, Cathy. I appreciate your highly complimentarey & enthusiastic reply. This is the first reply that I am writing on my brand spanking new SUPER computer! I am ecstatic! EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
p s ~ I too, am pleased that you had some time out from your busy schedule. Thank you for the "lovely" response to my poem. EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Wise Hooting One ~ Wee, you kind words were most welcomed this fine Fall morning! Thank you very much! Love & Light, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Ethel Mae ~ I do feel such compassion and empathy for those who feel unloved and unappreciated. I am most thankful for the love that is presently in my own life. May the love that you and Gary have for one another, last foreverly. Loves 'n hugs, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
SouthernWinds ~ Love your name! It is like a balmy breath of fresh air! SW, I put my loving arms around you to comfort you and to say that I felt your sadness as I read your reply. But it pleased me that you do have friends reading your "book". Thank you for your kind words regarding my poem. May the kind of love that you deserve, soon find you. Love & Light, Earth Angel |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
RedStoneEB ~ I'm smiling from ear to ear, Dear Lee! That was a compliment and a half! Thank you for such heart-warming words. Good to see my friend from across the Great Atlantic again! Love & Light, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Lee ~ Two wonderful replies from two wonderful "Lee"s ~ one right after the other! Your reply added brightness to my day as well! Thank you sooo much! Have a glorious day! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
iliana ~ You are one lovely, loving, sweet bubble of human kindness! Love you too! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Susan ~ Whoops! I almost missed your "lovely" reply! ~ But I'm glad I didn't! Thank you, SC! Warm hugs and a smile, Linda |
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