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Reminiscing-----my 2000th post!!!!!
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Reminiscing-----my 2000th post!!!!! |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song 
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Reminiscing.... I have enjoyed our walks so far and was just thinking back. Back to the first time that our hearts did touch. Do you remember the starlight kissing our souls as I reached out to the heavens and found you upon the deck of desperate cries? Your heart torn to shreds from the passing of love. Tears of bitterness flowing down your cheeks resting against heavy heart. Through the shallows of shimmering pools we have touched the cadence of heavens kiss. Resting our backs on the strength of solid rock embraced in the throes of passion. No time did we take to love and to trust as a lifetime of yearning thrust itself upon us in one fell swoop. We felt the sweet caress of the moonlights kiss brushing against us in violet skies as tender waves of yesteryears caught up to us. The soft flow of your hair resting against my chest as your head reeled in the peace of your soul's release meeting mine in the middle as they danced among the stars. The breath of our pleading captured in the summer breeze of August as a kiss of warmth crept within your walls. The doorway to your heart left unlocked for the welcoming home of my love for you. I remember the sands of white crystal beaches melting under our feet as we strolled heart in heart and gazed upon the dolphin's play and the sweet sounds of song from the symphony of azure waves as they flooded the floor where we found our dance. The seas of love two-stepping upon our hearts as we held each other tight and sought the freedom of eternal peace in the tidal pools of our eyes. We have been walking the paths of heated passion and exploring as luna's delight caressed our cheeks and streams of white given lust have taken us among midnight's rainbow. These paths now before us call upon us to choose which one to take. One is filled with roses resting on the walls of beaten down sod as they linger outward with promises of sweet scents of lust hiding the thorns of misgiving trust. On this path you will find glistening jewels dancing in the sun until you step upon them, finding them to be disguised as to hide the counterfeits of shards of glass. The other is laced purely in the soil of the earth overgrown honestly with the overgrowth of grass and dandelions of neglected care. At the far reaches of it's journey are the succulant aromas of orange blossoms in the air. No matter which path you choose it is the orange blossoms in the end of the light as they giggle in the wind knowing that each path leads to their teasing. It is under this gift of love where you will find me as I journey down the path of neglected care with open eyes and heart opened armed with tears in my eyes. Walk with me or follow your own path for in the end we shall forever dance to the song of the heavens as sung by the stars. Mark Bohannan [This message has been edited by Mark Bohannan (edited 09-12-2000).] |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
MILLIONS OF BEST WISHES COME YOUR WAY Millions, that's right, millions, and if they fall short here are a few more  all from the heart, to the cowboy, full of art... MANY CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU, O FRIEND, MARK... and many accolades, regards, sudhir [This message has been edited by Sudhir Iyer (edited 09-11-2000).] |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Congratulations, angel heart! And this is just beautifully written...I am looking forward to reading more! Hugs and a hey to JM too! But I think that somehow, she'll be sneaking by for this one! *wink* |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
Mark! You romantic fellow, you! My guy talks a lot, quite a lot, and could never say anything as brilliant as what you've said here...I sometimes wonder if he remembers things like this. |
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Sunnyone Member Ascendant
since 2000-07-06
Posts 5334Staffordshire, England |
Mark... My congratulations, and this is an excellent poem to start your next 2000 with! Romantic, and so very beautiful.....you are a wonder and your words are a delight!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!! Today is a gift.... That is why they call it 'the Present'! |
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Paula Finn Member Ascendant
since 2000-06-17
Posts 5546missouri |
Congrats cowboy...I always knew you would make it before me...and as always this is beautifully written |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
One courageous cowboy here, folks...someone who really knows how to lay his heart on the line... now, girls form to the right...guys...y'all need to take numbers as to how to conduct yourselves so us women's'll all be putty... Oh, I almost forgot! Congrats, Mark, on your 2000th post, and may I add, a job well done! |
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shadow of poetry Member
since 2000-07-22
Posts 76midwest usa |
well cowboy congratulations you made it there in fine time and this is a very fine post to celebrate it with. What could be better than walking with you hand and hand down the path of love. who the heck could resist that????  WELL since JM promised to behave on your last post (and she keeps her promises)(hehe) she told me to say this for her.... "CONGRATS and keep kissing those Stars baby.. they all got your name on them" thanks for taking care of me sis for me MC we both love ya  "lil" sis HEY SEN ...*winkie winkie* < !signature-->my sister is the poet I am but a shadow by the light of poetry I read then dream [This message has been edited by shadow of poetry (edited 09-11-2000).] |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
"The soft flow of your hair resting against my chest as your head reeled in the peace of your soul's release meeting mine in the middle as they danced among the stars." Ok, that's just ONE of my favorite lines in here my friend ... but there are so many! Spectacular read Mark, you've welcomed in 2000 with an exceptional verse! Truly a tender and romantic rendering that flows deeply from your heart. Beautiful!  Best wishes, /Kit . [This message has been edited by Kit McCallum (edited 09-11-2000).] |
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brian madden Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 4374ireland |
I am trying to reply to this but my brain is still pondering over your words, Completely blown away here INCREDIBLE PIECE that needs a couple of more reads. Congrads on the 2000 th post and the excellent poem. "Think I'm - I'm lost among the undergrowth So much so I woke up I love you all the same" Manic street preachers You stole the sun from my heart. |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Like a fine wine that ages with time your number 2000 is smooth and refined...James |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Sudhir-Everone of them felt and I thank you so much my friend. serenity-Thank you so much o poet of inner strength. Yes, I think you and I both know that she will try. passing shadows-I am sure he remembers them all and my hope for you is that someday he will find the words for you. Thank you so much. Sunny1-Thank you so much my beautiful friend and I appreciate your wonderful words. Paula-Thank you so much and you will make it soon. Karilea-  ...may I just say thank you and have you know?shadow of poetry-Nothing better.....and it is my pleasure. Thank you so much and you know I love you as well lil sis. Kit-I do so love having your heart shine in my replies to me and I do so appreciate you so much. Thank you. Brian-Thank you kind sir and coming from you that means the world to me. I am glad you are taking the time to ponder all of this and that you are taking the time to read it again. Once again I thank you so much. |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
James-you snuck in on me.lol....Thank you my friend, I do appreciate it much. |
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juliet_2u Senior Member
since 2000-07-23
Posts 1125North Carolina |
Yeeeeehawwww, you sure do have a way with them there words cowboy. Be still my heart, hehe...Many congrats on your 2000th my friend what a beauty this is to celebrate it with. Hugs, Juls |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Mark...you heart is like a raging river that cannot be contained and spills over and cascades feelings and colors the ground with beautiful words...You know I love this writing...and Congratulations on that 2000! |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Juls-Thank you my friend and I am so happy that you liked it. I know you have a STRONG heart so I am not the least bit worried if it missed a beat or two. Martie-My friend, I know you love imagery as much as I and I thank you so much for you continued dedication to me. |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Just as smooth as it can be, Mark. Beautiful words and thoughts expressed here with excellent imagery thrown in for good measure. I wanna write like this when I grow up... |
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Jenn E Senior Member
since 2000-08-02
Posts 589Kelowna, BC, Canada |
Dear Mark, What words could I even say to something as perfectly written as this. This is filled with tenderness and un selfish love..........which I feel is the hardest to give. Only those who have searched and listened to their heart can give as you have in this and for that I see the color of white. Which for me resembles the purity of your heart. "It is under this gift of love where you will find me as I journey down the path of neglected care with open eyes and heart opened arms with tears in my eyes." "Walk with me or follow your own path for in the end we shall forever dance the song of the heavens as sung by the stars." Thank You for you and this wonderful poem filled with imagery and heart felt emotion. This has overwhelmed me to say the least...........you are a true gentleman. Congrats to you my friend on your 2000th post. Take care...... Jenn E |
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Marina Member Elite
since 2000-02-10
Posts 2245Pickering, Ontario |
Well Mark I must say, this is most definitly your most romantic piece yet. Well, you certainly had this girl's heart beating! CONGRADULATIONS ON 2000!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Marina It is a blessing to have wings for words, and passion in pen Marina Crossley |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Balladeer-Please do not ever grow up sir. Your style blows me away and I wouldn't ever want to lose that. Thank you so much for doing me the honor of having you visit my post. JennE-Gentleman I am not but I thank you for saying so. I appreciate all your comments and I am taken back by all your lavish comments. I look forward to seeing your name next to my posts and I smile everytime I do see them. Thank you so much. Marina-I am glad to hear that your heart is still beating and I thank you my friend for your wonderful reply. I always cherish your visits. |
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shadow of poetry Member
since 2000-07-22
Posts 76midwest usa |
forgot to put this in my file silly me |
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SEA 
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
Mark~ Belated Congratulations.....this is wonderful...... -SEALive,Love,Laugh :) ~SueB |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
First CONGRATULATIONS on your 2,000th post! 2nd, you should be a romance novelist! Absoultely breathtaking this was! (sigh)... <*\\\>< Be an organ donor...give your heart to Jesus! |
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Greeneyes 
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
What passion you write with, I felt as though I was reading a romance novel that I didnt want to end....beautiful, really!....*S* Greeneyes |
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Butterflies_dont_cry Member Elite
since 2000-03-06
Posts 3733Michigan |
.gif) Mark, First of all congratulations on 2000, of all the luck to have you hit it while my computer was frying...but that's one of the best things about poetry...it lives forever. Secondly let me say that this is absolutely beautiful, thank you for giving me a look at this prior to you posting it...I needed the extra days to find the words for how much this touched my heart...this is a visit to true love...love that asks for nothing but accepts everthing...as beautiful as the poet himself. Lastly my dear friend...thank you for allowing all of passions be a part of your climb to 2000 and reaching that milestone with this beautiful piece...it truly reflects your heart and soul~ **Angel Wing Hugs and Butterfly Kisses** to you sweet cowboy |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Mark, Firstly let me say congratulations on the 2000 the post. It is smooth, colourful, passionate everything that poetry should be. Secondly you'd better send a copy of this to JM so she doesn't need to "break out" to get to read it, although I suspect she will anyway. Brilliantly done. Kethry "It is the image in the mind that links us to lost treasures; but it is the loss that shapes the image, gathers the flowers weaves the garland."- |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Shadow-  SEA-Thank you so much. WhtDove-Thank you for that thought but I am way too far away from good enough for that......maybe someday.lol...thanks again Greeneyes-Keep reading...it will not end as you will see, but you have to keep your eyes open. Holly-How could I NOT SHARE with you ahead of time my friend. You would know the words without seeing them. I am so glad that you are back up and running...welcome back and don't forget to thank the nice poets in the announcement forum....not that I needed to tell you that. Hugs and kisses back baby. AND thank you my sweet friend for ALL that you are.....scarf and all Kethry-I am sure she has been here already to read just too chicken to reply lol...HEY JM-----"cluck cluck"......no seriously...I know she has read it and I thank you for you kindness always. |
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shadow of poetry Member
since 2000-07-22
Posts 76midwest usa |
hey cowboy JM says to tell you (well YOU know) (sounds like cluck cluck) i will be glad when you let her out of hehab and i can stop doing her dirty work for her (hehe) later "lil" sis my sister is the poet I am but a shadow. by the light of poetry I read then dream |
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Beth Member
since 2000-07-06
Posts 468WA, Australia |
~Reading your poetry is literally a treat that I feel blessed by. You are a man that is well respected and adored by so many in Passions. Keep up the great work Mark!! I know your poetry can only get better from here..Congratulations Mark!~ ~Cherie~ |
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tracie66 Member Elite
since 2000-01-18
Posts 4713Australia |
Mark~ CONGRATULATIONS on your 2000th post..well done Your poem was inspirational, a very enjoyable read one that just has it all. Great job Tracie~ Love is the life of the soul... It is the harmony of the universe |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Scene 1 - Take 17 ! MarkB~ This is the loveliest of the lovely. Breathtaking in presentation of the sincerity that I know lives within your heart. Why it's enough to cause hearts to flutter ! You've let us look deeply into your heart - and I like what I see ! Nah ... that's not exactly true ... I love what and who I see ! May all the love given from your heart be returned to you a thousand-fold. God bless and keep you in His love and in her love. Big hugs and a tiny smooch for your friendship. Congratulations, my cowboy friend. *Winking* at you ! Love and hugs. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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JulieAnn Senior Member
since 2000-06-12
Posts 754Earth 3rd Rock from the sun!! |
Mark....beautiful...I am so glad I didn't miss this...congrats!!! I was drawn in....and now I will ponder your words...I might just have to print so I can read it off line...... Julie :) |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Mark, This is your heart's self portrait, painted by your hand, a heart of tender want and care, a gentleness of spirit, and a romantic of exquisite expression. This is you, my friend, written by you. Your sentiments pour out and ooze down the page . What a beautiful piece to mark your 2000th post. Congratulations And lots of love LIz |
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Dee Member Elite
since 2000-08-19
Posts 2330Queensland, Australia |
Mark, congrats on your 2000th. This poem is so beautiful. It's heartening to see that there are men in the world who still know how to make a girl's heart flutter with words. Dee |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
shawdow-Ahemmmmmm.....!!!!! Beth-As long as I have encouragement like yours how could I not strive to do better. Thank you so much my friend. Tracie-Thank you so much and I am glad that you enjoyed it. Marge-So who taught you how to make this cowboy blush? My friend THIS is why I love your comments to me. You are filled with so much sunshine and love.....THANK YOU so much.JulieAnn-Please feel free to print mine at any time and I thank you so very much for your tender kindness. I am so happy that you liked it ....see? Cowboy is smiling. Liz-Wow.....you really know how to make a poet feel good about their penning and I thank you for that. Your replies come as honestly from your heart as do your poems. Dee-Thank you so much for all of that and I am honored by your comments. |
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