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Ka-thump
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kayjay Member Elite
since 2002-06-24
Posts 2015Oregon |
(Author's note: We all have friend or family with some heart issues. This is for them.) Ka-thump Ka-thump, ka-thump, ka thump, ‘tis my tell-tale heart at work All these many years it’s pumped, nor any day did shirk. Within its brawny confines, each valve has done its part. And yet, I know as years have flown that someday it won’t start. My heart has seen me through some loves when I was sure ‘twas broken. It must have cried a thousand tears when angry words were spoken. I’ve felt it strain its tissue bonds when pride would have it swell When child was born or first took step are prides I know quite well. I’ve tried my best to treat it well; not taxing it too much But must admit I’ve had my past with cigarettes and such. The sweets and fries I crave have tried to have their merry way, Although I’ve given in at times, they’re mostly held at bay. The years are going by, it seems, more swiftly now each morn I wonder when ka-thump will say “It’s time I give you warn.” It’s all the life we have, you know, I hope your heart beats true Please tend it well and listen close while it takes care of you. |
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Elan Member
since 2002-05-03
Posts 382State of Wide Eye |
Please let Ka-thump know we expect him to be active for many years to come...  |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Hi Ken. Very very wise words m'friend. Indeed it is so simple to take care of our hearts.. and yet, at times we take the ka-thumping for granted. Well done!! Heart Hugs.  In the midst of winter, |
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garysgirl  
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
It’s all the life we have, you know, I hope your heart beats true Please tend it well and listen close while it takes care of you. This is such a true poem, Ken. Our heart controls us in so many ways. This is a good thinking poem, Sir Poet. Hugs, my friend, Ethel |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Ken It's true, we often don't think of it until it gives us a sign, and sometimes that's too late. You have a good strong heartbeat, my friend, I can hear it from here. Wonderful poem!!  |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
:::quaffs the water and lipitor:::: "cast me gently into the morning, for the night has been unkind" |
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Susan Member Ascendant
since 2004-03-27
Posts 5104walking the surreal |
The heart - treat it well - it is the danger in my family - thus I have great respect for this oh so very important organ - Enjoyed this -  SusanEvery action generates a force that returns to us in like kind . . . let us choose compassion and love |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
yes, take good care of thumper  |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
nice flow to your "heart words" M |
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kayjay Member Elite
since 2002-06-24
Posts 2015Oregon |
To friends who signed this heartfelt post I wish you the best and most Good health to all and peaceful hearts For peace inside is where life starts. Ken Through rubble and trouble and dark of night |
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Ratleader
since 2003-01-23
Posts 7026Visiting Earth on a Guest Pass |
There's heart, and there's Heart....you've got both. ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸ ¸¸ºº> ~~~(¸¸ER¸¸ºº> |
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TexUS Member
since 2003-03-20
Posts 228 |
AWESOME write. (and yes, I can relate!)  Thanks for the smile |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Ken, much enjoyed this one! Happy New Year! ......jo |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
I have to share this with a few people I know thanks Ken |
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*Alli4000*
since 2004-03-21
Posts 3188The World of Poetry |
Very nice! ~Alli~ Happy Holidays! |
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