Open Poetry #37 |
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For Her Because |
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Martie
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since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California ![]() |
![]() Beauty There is beauty in every face a twinkle a glow arch of lid breath of flower and to trace line and form is no miracle to sleight of hand but the heart light that grows and cascades from within Marian She left her mark within my cheekbones as sure as summer her shape is mine I even think within the lining of my heart she left her sign The shaded place of back yard peace like open book is where she stays sometimes she is in the humming of mourning dove upon her grave I see the skirt of many colors circle round her sun tanned legs I see her reach across the chasm place four leaf clovers on the page So fragile is the lip of time that death has left upon my heart in the evening dwells the perfumed evening breeze her fragrance’s part Gather round her all the wild flowers oceans place her in their fold captured are the star night feathers that fall upon her heavenly stroll I see her in my mirror smiling she shades her eyes within my own and in the sand of summer’s footprints she is not walking all alone ________ I was hoping for a new poem today, but my brain just won't wrap around the thought yet...soon though..soon. Thank you all for the wings that have helped hold me up during this time, I felt the love even before I knew it was there. Much love to you all. These poems in loving memory of my mother. |
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Sunshine
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since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
These poems are timeless, Martie... as are you, and all that you gift to everyone. Happy Mother's Day, to you, and to all of the Mothers in Passions! ![]() |
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StevenS Senior Member
since 2005-09-21
Posts 945L. A. (Lower Alabama) |
An exqusite poem Martie and a beautiful lady as you are. Let your mind be a peace for you bless us all with your tenderness! Happy Mothers Day! :-) |
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Midnitesun![]()
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
I love this, and feel honored to read such a gorgeous tribute! You do favor her, not just in face, but apparently, in heart's space as well. Thank you for sharing this, Martie. Happy mum's day to you. |
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icebox Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 4383in the shadows |
You know I understand "mother" only as an abstract concept, but this is excellent poetry! *smile* |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
How lovely to be acquainted with your mother through you--both beautiful ladies. The family resemblence is certainly there! I'm glad to see you back, Martie. Still sending thoughts and prayers for your recovery. love, cathy |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
You are so much like her Martie.. and not just in the features..but the pureness of heart. Thank you for sharing her with us. Happy Mother's Day, with love, Nancy |
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Klassy Lassy Member Elite
since 2005-06-28
Posts 2187Oregon |
Dear Martie, thank you for sharing this. My mom has been on my heart today and a very special aunt. Like your mother, they left me a legacy of heart and soul....and footprints. This is so beautiful. (By the way, she is beautiful.) Be blessed! hugs, Karen |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
"She left her mark within my cheekbones as sure as summer her shape is mine" Exquisite lines Martie. This poem played at my heartstrings. The picture is enchanting. She looks so fragile. You are still in my prayers. |
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Goodknight Member Elite
since 2002-06-15
Posts 2386Ohio, USA |
Great poem Martie and your brain will soon provide wonderful wraps and words - Love to you and Taylor - Paul |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
quote: One of the most beautiful verses dedicated to a Mother I have ever read! Dear Martie, your light shines bright. Be well! Love and hugs. Margherita ![]() |
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RedStoneEB Senior Member
since 2003-06-08
Posts 772uk |
Beauty can be a whole lot of things we vision beauty differently thats called taste |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Exquisite, Martie, in so many ways - the outer and inner beauty of both of you, the beautiful words and images, the mastery you have over words, the reverent tribute, the poem as a whole . . . What a wonderful way to honour Mother's Day. (My maternal grandmother's name was Marian, spelt exactly the same way.) You will soon be writing again . . . all in good time, our beautiful flower lady. - Owl |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
You touch my heart with this write Martie, and you touch our world here at Passions with your light! ![]() |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
Martie - an absolutely stunning tribute and this - "and in the sand of summer’s footprints she is not walking all alone" I do believe is an absolute truth. It's so lovely to see your name here and I do so very much hope you'll soon be "tripping through the tulips". Love Helen |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
Martie, a touching and beautiful tribute- very well-presented. ![]() ![]() Melissa~ Intellectually I know that Canada is no better than any other country. Emotionally I KNOW that Canada is the best country in the world! |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
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Larry C![]()
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Martie, Such a gift your mother. Delightful that without seeing or knowing her we have a hint of who she was because of our understanding of you. Thanks for sharing again. ![]() If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, |
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Magnus![]() ![]()
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Post every year will be just fine with me. You write your love of her, likeness of her so very well. |
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