Open Poetry #36 |
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the talking key |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
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so i confess indifferent conversation explains like a green grocer refreshes memory warm in my skin i’m four blocks from the local pub accepting my usual print blouse time does allow a secret umbrella like a cabbie, with a vast imagination raising his eyebrow with a simple cure for chills, and that ache you think will never leave my story vows all nights off donning my slippers warm there are certain things bearing no deviation i brush flour off my nose thinking of the cell i once called home avoiding tabloid journalists who say, I'm a wart on the butt of humanity? kicking morning announcements not falling short of my grade average my world emits more meals pounding at my door even with an average report card and all to often poor spelling but... still wearing that golden key around my neck like an immovable rock evoking some horrid quiver while the ground beneath me shifts when coupled thoughts tease and tempt flesh of mind i pay the bartender, tipping him never going back for that second drink the one which bred evening routine like an ill effect, justifies explanations i refuse the words… refuse the speeches “go ahead” i say, “throw rotten eggs at me, i don’t need an assembly to retrace my steps!” while pouring a happy face into that long hallway the one that makes everyone turn and gasp at the clothes I wear because i thank god i’m here… no more breaths of anxiety no more chocking my song no more hammering my head i stand at the podium with my treasured list campaining for artists screaming "Leave the alone!" clutching hard to my provisions for one and that key around my neck, shakes my hand and says, darlin, our life has just begun… keys can talk yanno yes they can ![]() now go find your own key.... don't tarnish mine! [This message has been edited by LeeJ (10-14-2005 09:26 AM).] |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I think this will be a good weekend to catch up with everything you've written lately... I'm woefully behind on your wit and wisdom... ![]() |
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marcel Senior Member
since 2003-03-02
Posts 660az, usa |
such a thought provoking piece this was.......wonderfully woven...... |
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Kaoru![]() ![]() ![]()
since 2003-06-07
Posts 3892where the wild flowers grow |
Lee - Sometimes desolation, sometimes hope..as long as you've got yourself, you're good..right? Loved this poem.. |
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Martie
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since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
LeeJ....I think you have the key to alot of things. ![]() |
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Magnus![]() ![]()
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
I think Martie is right! |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I came back to leave a little something behind... ![]() |
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MGROVES![]() ![]()
since 2004-02-01
Posts 3802california |
your a powerful writer. and i have sincerly missed your reads ![]() My spirit will rise |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
"screaming "Leave the alone!" clutching hard to my provisions for one and that key around my neck, shakes my hand and says, darlin, our life has just begun… keys can talk yanno yes they can now go find your own key.... don't tarnish mine!" Right on, LeeJ!!! ![]() |
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HopeS Member Elite
since 2000-12-22
Posts 4596Perth Western Australia |
Lee dear friend , you are keyed into the happenings of life Hope |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Your keyboard keys talk as well! ~ and brilliantly! Hugs with love, Linda |
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