Open Poetry #34 |
Benched (Greeneyes Val. Challenge) |
nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
It's easy to think about feelings, those that rise this time of year remembering the words left behind, benched for someone, anyone to belong to... Wishing it was you that stopped by, noticed the ribboned scroll meant for the moments shared, wishing for "the next" that which comes but never seems to be enough. Wishing it was you, whose fingers unwrapped the words designed for eyes to absorb, perhaps to experience a touch of need to know of need to hear that today means as much to you as every day of you means to me. M ( every year on Feb. 14th, I leave a new poem scrolled and ribboned on a bench in a mall for someone to find and possibly have a gift of a poem for their loved one...) "Love is not blind - It sees more and not less, but because it sees more, it is willing to see less." (Will Moss) |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Here I keep hoping I find one for me--but sweetie, I think now I may write a secret poem, and leave it for a someone. You have a beautiful heart. I think mine will be left in the library. *damn if that ain't the nicest thing...* thank you |
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Soulfisher Member
since 2005-01-07
Posts 226where ever the fly fishing is good |
GLAD I STARTED THE DAY WITH THIS POEM. INTERESTING THAT YOU LEAVE POEMS LAYING AROUND TO BE FOUND. I LL BE JEALOUS IF I DONT GET ONE THIS YEAR. |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Karen, Once I watched before the mall closed, hidden behind a kiosk and saw one of the Hispanic workers reach for it... it was after 911 and I think he was afraid to open it, so I went over and asked if he had a loved one or girlfriend and he said yes..and I said this is a gift for her from him... *s |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Soulfisher, well I haven't received one in the last 5 years and don't expect to and I have only left them for the last 4 years I think, since I have been posting poetry and only on that day and only there where that bench has meaning to me. M |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
and nod yer lovely that way |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
/pip/Forum53/HTML/003129.html forgot that I also leave a rose... M |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Beautiful response to the Challenge Maureen. Lovely and with your touch of grace added to it. HUGS May your valentines day bring all you wish it to. |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
I remember reading about this last year, impressed that anyone would think to do such a kind act with no thought of acknowledgment or recompensation. I think you are a pretty terrific lady and, of course, a wonderful poetess. misc'e |
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Greeneyes
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
what a beautiful idea M....I know you brighten someones day with your gift! lovely this is.... ~~*~~ My Shadow is the only one that walks beside me ~~**~~ |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
So, so nice! Great write, nakdthoughts. Enjoyed. JL |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
that's darling of you M |
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icebox Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 4383in the shadows |
Thanks for the smile! |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Maureen What a lovely idea! Perhaps you will start a trend... |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Thank you all for your nice responses... I really do enjoy Feb 14th at the mall..I go alone sit on the bench for an hour or so reading a new poetry book that I buy at the bookstore, chat with whoever sits next to me young or old and then when it gets close to closing I leave the rose and poem on the bench and go to a movie..so at least I get to enjoy the special day...and don't feel so alone. hugs M |
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Krawdad Member Elite
since 2001-01-03
Posts 2597 |
Great idea, M! I sometimes write a small poem to the wait staff or about the service I received at a restaurant and then leave it with the tip, just before I leave. Great fun! Hope you have a pleasant day at the mall tomorrow. e |
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