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Reaching Inside |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida 
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We already know through the unspoken similarities of life and living of right and wrong, living and existing, of hurting and hopelessness. That the feeling of today may scar us in the tomorrows to come. We breathe on dirty windows in hopes of spelling out our fears giving warning to a world of warmth and chill. And still we try. It’s our nature to keep looking for similar skin an eye depth equal to our own a reflection of common participation. We ache for whispered words that will break the chains binding us to yesteryears. Searching, always searching stumbling over our own feet, running into invisible walls. Deceiving ourselves into believing they need not be overcome. We are weak from lack of comprehension. Stagnant at times by self-induced weight, immobilized with doubt. Still we go forward hoping for salvation from ourselves. Longing for recognition, a realization of worthiness. This is mine to you. "too bad ignorance isn't painful" ~Unknown~ |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
I believe Susan, that the pain we cause others, hurts us even more... Reading you is always such a great reflection...reminding us all, of truth and signficance of life.... BRAVO and thank you |
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icebox Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 4383in the shadows |
"Still we go forward hoping for salvation from ourselves." Oh YEAH! Isn't that the truth! *smile* |
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MGROVES
since 2004-02-01
Posts 3802california |
wise words~ My spirit will rise |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
Bravo ma'am.... I think one of the best I have read from you... |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Susan You reach inside and pull out some wisdom of a poem...thank you for sharing it.  |
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Cloud 9 Senior Member
since 2004-11-05
Posts 980Ca |
This is awesome!!! I am keeping this one. |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
This is beautiful Susan... and I am going to keep it. Maree  and i knew in the crystalline knowledge of you |
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Alicethruglass Member
since 2001-06-19
Posts 368 |
Longing for recognition, a realization of worthiness. if only~~ |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Nice writing...James |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
Thank you everyone.  "too bad ignorance isn't painful" |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
So tenderly your words move the cosmos! It is a gift. TD |
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Sadelite Member Elite
since 2003-10-11
Posts 2519 |
What introspection! Wow! Your entire poem swept me away! Especially liked: "We breathe on dirty windows in hopes of spelling out our fears giving warning to a world of warmth and chill. And still we try. It’s our nature to keep looking for similar skin an eye depth equal to our own a reflection of common participation." |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Hope springs eternal in the hearts of we humans! This was a very fine write, Susan. Linda |
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icebox Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 4383in the shadows |
"We breathe on dirty windows in hopes of spelling out our fears" I just had to read this again and tell you how much I like that image. |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
And still we try. --------------------------------- Yes, we do gal. damn Susan, this is my favorite of yours....brava gal... you have outdone yourself with this one.... |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Nice...James |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Longing for recognition, a realization of worthiness. Oh, yes... we do. *S* And that you should give such to someone in such a beautiful fashion... I bow and applaud. *S* |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
Thank you. "too bad ignorance isn't painful" |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
That the feeling of today may scar us in the tomorrows to come. We breathe on dirty windows in hopes of spelling out our fears giving warning to a world of warmth and chill. And still we try. It’s our nature to keep looking for similar skin an eye depth equal to our own a reflection of common participation. We ache for whispered words that will break the chains binding us to yesteryears. ------------------------------ I could have sworn I hit this one already... guess Im losing it..lol... wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed this onme... this is a poignant, expressive and impressive piece ...I love the depth and exploration of it... very well done poetess Susan. one drop, an ocean ... one seed, the forest ... one leaf, the wind ... |
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Sadelite Member Elite
since 2003-10-11
Posts 2519 |
Susan, Enjoyed your thoughts and am pondering this golden stanza. A lot said: "It’s our nature to keep looking for similar skin an eye depth equal to our own a reflection of common participation" sadie |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
To say we are our own worst enemy, might be appropriate....and we are also our own salvation, as you have pointed out. And we still hunger for certain things, I know I do. Nice write Susan, much wisdom within this poem. |
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saved_by_grace Member
since 2005-01-08
Posts 332In the arms of God... |
My goodness girl...this is AWESOME!! Will be keeping this one!! Thanks for sharing! Hugs...Becka |
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gemjop Member Elite
since 2002-11-18
Posts 2587Pencilveinia, USA |
an eye depth equal to our own Yes. Love this concept! Hope you are well, pretty one. |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
I love you guys! "too bad ignorance isn't painful" |
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Jonathan Junior Member
since 2005-05-04
Posts 11Paris |
Word whispered here admits no chains for it is clear decisions' reins devoid of fear dissolve the pains of yesteryear - and what remains may forwards steer ... Search IS Way The way is part of search as search part of the Way or, put another way, both (p)lay convergency. "MAGE, GAME' are writ the same, 'PAGE, GAPE' as 'what will be' within one’s spirit may forth fountain, fashion clay where cause~effect convey through facettes on display hide opportunity ‘neath surface pottery. Let not the past outweigh, tomorrow's harmony, to no set, sect or church afford leeway to prey. Expand emotions' perch - self-doubts will slip away as will those blocks within you hope no others see - yet which both dam the stream, brake creativity, divert flow which, at sea, on confidence must weigh. Let Search and Way combine, refine and catalyze by Chance or by Design the urge to real...eyes ! ./. This is mine to you. Life : A finite succession of infinite opportunities |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
We ache for whispered words that will break the chains binding us to yesteryears. I had to come back for another visit... this is superb, Susan! |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
Thank you Jonathan, I am humbled by your words. thank you!"too bad ignorance isn't painful" ~Unknown~ |
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adagio Member
since 2005-03-19
Posts 449Marrero, La. |
Very much enjoyed this one."Imobilized with doubt" tough to get past that but not imposible. |
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wandering glider Senior Member
since 2001-04-04
Posts 501aloft |
Wise words. I know them only too well! glider |
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Aenimal Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-18
Posts 7350the ass-end of space |
Susan this is an incredible piece, my favourite of yours and i've liked them all.. but this: It’s our nature to keep looking for similar skin an eye depth equal to our own a reflection of common participation. We ache for whispered words that will break the chains binding us to yesteryears. yes. i couldn't give a flying (edited disguised profanity by the sweet and caring Admin. known as PdV.) about anything else in the world. [This message has been edited by Poet deVine (05-05-2005 10:34 PM).] |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Excellent writing, Susan. To keep searching is vital and to be happy with what you have is also equally important. Plant your seeds - don't wait for someone to bring you flowers. I am very impressed by your abilities  |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
A most excellent write Susan!!! Brava dear lady~ Life is one great big canvas; |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Susan this is truly my all time favorite of yours, so wise, such a search and find of answers to questions we all ask. Incredibly well done. |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
This is one of those rare times when the replies are important to me... because this piece was/is a reflection of discovery and peace...a dedication to the person that pushed me in the right direction... Thank you all..  I couldn't love you all more. "too bad ignorance isn't painful" |
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inkedgoddess Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-19
Posts 7392Ohio |
Still we go forward hoping for salvation from ourselves. great stuff here; always an honest and gritty write from you, never pulling punches |
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Cloud 9 Senior Member
since 2004-11-05
Posts 980Ca |
Ahhh just the write I needed to reread today. As you know, I love this susan. This is incredible. Sami |
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