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It’s a matter of perspective
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It’s a matter of perspective |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest 
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I walked by the kitchen window of the old lady downstairs this morning do you know what she was doing sitting in a chair painting green vines on the wall singing some ancient song about feeling groovy the cats on the table statues amidst pots of paint and brushes watching her every green stroke I have seen her come and go limping twirling dizzy in her old lady shoes sometimes carrying a covered dish to a neighbor sometimes bringing home chulupas from the taqueria round the corner she cleans the courtyard of trash left by younger people as if it were a duty given to her by some law now forgotten unimportant save to her really she was painting on the kitchen wall as if to cause beauty she’s strange the old lady downstairs still she seems harmless enough A grain of poetry suffices to season a century. |
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Goldenrose Member Elite
since 2003-05-30
Posts 3665 |
How very preciously you write, you lead us gently into the scene and the old lady is a thing of loveliness from the past and i feel for her and it was you who made me feel this way with your great words..well done and thank you.. Goldenrose. Desire for nothing except desirelessness,hope for nothing except to rise above all hopes, want nothing and you will have everything.avatar Meher Baba. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Kate~You are a joy to read!! Thank you for making my day with this wonderful encore.  Hugs~Nancy ~ Trace my body with your words, |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
I am convinced now, that everyone needs a little old lady in their life. A charming portrait, Lady, which truly evoked the serenity that I only dream of. |
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XOx Uriah xOX Senior Member
since 2006-02-11
Posts 1403Virginia |
I'm sure your vines are beautiful ::bows:: |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
You are very kind Goldenrose. Thank you so much. Thank you Nancy for your thoughtful reply. Hugs. Little old ladies are a real necessity Serenity. They slow you down, make you think. Thank you. Why thank you Uriah! |
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HopeS Member Elite
since 2000-12-22
Posts 4596Perth Western Australia |
You took me to the scene and I like the old lady Hope |
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Skyfire 
since 2000-12-27
Posts 3381Riding |
Old ladies rock Enjoyed and then He created the horse... |
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Deep_Inside Member
since 2002-02-14
Posts 377i can't stop hiding |
Nice |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
Thank you Hope. I'm glad you like my little old lady. Thank you Skyfire and Deep Inside. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
I enjoyed the view through your eyes. She sounds like a woman with whom I would enjoy engaging in a conversation over a nice cup of tea ~ as I would you!  Linda |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
Thank you Linda. Earl Grey, Red Zinger... what's your pleasure? Kate |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Enjoyed...reminded me of a place I lived one time...there was an elderly couple living in the house next door, and shortly thereafter his wife passed away, and shortly thereafter he passed away...I remember him as being really nice...James |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
I'm glad it brought up memories for you. Thank you James. |
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Kathy Member
since 2006-02-10
Posts 153 |
Your attention to detail, as a spotlight...drawing universal eyes into focus...this... your wonderful talent! Hugs, Kathy |
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StevenS Senior Member
since 2005-09-21
Posts 945L. A. (Lower Alabama) |
You are a joy to read dear Lady! :-) |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
Thank you Kathy... what a nice thing to say. Hugs. Thank you Stevenfor your kind words. :-) |
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Thomas119gold Senior Member
since 2002-06-03
Posts 708Biloxi, MS (city by the sea) |
A beautiful write Tommy |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Kate, I love the exquisite detail your Van Gogh brushstrokes paint into your characters. It lifts them out of your poem and into real life. - Owl |
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eor Senior Member
since 2002-09-26
Posts 959blues & greys |
this poem reminds me of a neighbor i used to live across the street from. nice write. A cange is going to come... |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
Thank you Tommy. Owl, I appreciate your response. You are so kind.  Thank you eor. Glad it brought up a memory. |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Standing ovation!!! You not only painted a wonderful portrait, but also brought back some of those nostagic songs and memories. misc'e |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
Thanks for the standing ovation misc'e! Glad you it brought good memories. |
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Dominique-Simone Senior Member
since 2005-11-12
Posts 643 |
I have lost all words that I could use to express how great this is! Thank you for bringing these stories to us. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
I think I really like that little, old lady! I love the way you write! ....jo |
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terasinas Member
since 2006-03-24
Posts 91Michigan ... The Great Lakes |
I love quarky old people and vines ... I think I will be like she when I am old. Nice writing ... find an old friend, they're more valuable than you know tera |
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
I loved the real grit and starry optimism of this "take a step back" piece. Very well done, thanks for sharing! |
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WindWalker Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 1218 |
I like the old lady too! This is one of your best!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
Aw shucks… thank you Page. Thank you so much Jo. |
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