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Looking Toward The Light
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Looking Toward The Light |
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Dublin Boy Member
since 2006-08-26
Posts 102UK |
An ancient villa in Sicily, for decades abandoned to the fierce incursions of time and weather, lies baking in the furnace of the mid-day sun. I stand at the foot of a disused stairway, lichen-covered steps ascending from the dark toward the light. Green lizards scuttle over the walls; dishevelled vines sprout from crevices and cracks, seeking nourishment. What malign secrets lie buried in this Mediterranean ruin; what family vendettas were played out here? There is an air of silent mystery, an oppressive stillness which longs for laughter and the sweet blandishments of lovers. The whispers of long-forgotten ghosts are all that echoes now on this empty stairway where I stand, looking toward the light. The trapped souls of old Italian grandees stand beside me--I can sense them in the sweltering darkness, envying me my physical ability to climb the crumbling stonework; to walk into the light above. They seek redemption for past sins and black deeds; deeds fuelled by the heat and passion of this Sicilian soil. I cannot help them-- I can only leave them, looking toward the light. |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
Well done! Fool, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Bill~ Such an enjoyable read~ *Huglets*  ~*Marge*~ ~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~ |
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Dublin Boy Member
since 2006-08-26
Posts 102UK |
Thank you, Interloper and Marge, for reading and commenting--much appreciated and I'm pleased you liked my poem. Cheers, Bill |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Well, hellloo Dublin Boy! Very impressive piece of writing that you have presented! Welcome aboard the pip ship! I thoroughly enjoyed your vividly descriptive writing! I look forward to reading more displays of your literary talent!  Sending you a warm, welcoming hug, Earth Angel |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
What malign secrets lie buried in this Mediterranean ruin; what family vendettas were played out here? There is an air of silent mystery, an oppressive stillness which longs for laughter and the sweet blandishments of lovers. The whispers of long-forgotten ghosts are all that echoes now on this empty stairway where I stand, looking toward the light. this was mysterious...open with images and a wonderful story |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Enjoyed this very much. Wish I were there. You brought me pretty close. Thank you. martyjo |
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Dublin Boy Member
since 2006-08-26
Posts 102UK |
Thank you all for responding to this--much appreciated and I'm pleased you like the poem. Cheers, Bill |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
You paint such atmosphere...and so, I could see this place and feel the pull from emotions past. I haven't said until now...welcome to Passions!  |
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