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tossing sticks into the Styx
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tossing sticks into the Styx |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia 
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Tossing sticks into the river Styx. Some days my thoughts, my life, seem to dwell in Hell. Forceful rising waters rush tempestuously over me, pushing me away from the saving seas of peace, serenity, tranquility, leaving me adrift with my own morbid sensibility, bereft of any spiritually visual acuity, dry as a thirsty body's bone at high-noon in the Mojave or Negev. "My God, oh, my God. Why hast thou forsaken me?" I didn’t offer up these words today, for they were from another’s mindset. But in my darkest hours I’ve whispered much the same, and it's only when I am nearly totally drowned, beyond hope, that I get a reply, when you tell me. "Don’t ask why. It's just the way I do things." |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Thinking maybe you need a hug, so *hug*.....very expressive piece, Kacy. ....jo |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Oh, Kacy, I was moved to my very core with your words. Your ending came as a surprise! lol Well, He IS the man! ~ I mean God! ...and His intentions are ALWAYS good! It just may not appear that way at times.  Hugs with love, Linda  |
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WindWalker Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 1218 |
I too was moved to my very core with your well crafted poem. You have a gift with words!!!!!!!!!! |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Midnitesun Do not hang upon a cross It can only turn to moss. Exceptional write, enjoyed the read. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Yes, an exceptional write indeed. Well done Kacy. Hugs~Nancy ~ Trace my body with your words, |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Kacy...understanding hugs!  |
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StevenS Senior Member
since 2005-09-21
Posts 945L. A. (Lower Alabama) |
Bravo! Midnitesun, a place we find humility i think. :-) |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Hugs, hugs and more hugs. I think what it is, is that you wring every last little bit of your spirit out in helping so many people and animals that you don't leave any for yourself. By not appearing to be answering you, perhaps God is telling you not to burn yourself out and to look after yourself as well - and to regard yourself as every bit as important as all those you help. Yet more hugs - wingfuls of them - Owl |
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Goldenrose Member Elite
since 2003-05-30
Posts 3665 |
Kacy eveyone has the feelings, you think that God has forsaken you..but that is the thing..he will surprise you when you least know it and lift you until your soar..a fine write..thank you. Goldenrose. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
I agree with Owl and the others good to read you again Kacy |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Kacy, you packed this one chock full of power...and a most appropriate ending. Well done Lady! |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
Moving and bruised Kacy. I could not find a favorite line... they were all so exceptional. |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Just like a Father. " Because I said so". Enjoyed and understand. martyjo |
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