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| Open Poetry #20 |
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Hoot'n'Nani.........Epilogue |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA 
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So now I'm settled back into the life I knew before. All bags unpacked, clothes put away, with souvenirs galore. I see the lobster juice that stained my tennis shoes and smile I don't believe I want to clean it off for quite a while. The past five days were such a blur it's possible to feel Instead of actuality, they were more like surreal... Did names from off the pages blue assume a human face And find a way to slip out of their world in cyberspace? No, they are real, as are we all, and I thank God I met These new friends I shall never lose thanks to the internet. Say what you will of pitfalls that computers may provide My small Dell is a haven where a lot of friends reside. We shuffled in through Nan's back door and there they were to see.. Mysteria, Hoot, Liz and Kit, right there in front of me! These poets I'd admired so much all welcomed me and Sy So what the hell...I never said that Balladeers don't cry! Kit's not really ten feet tall like she is on the screen. Mysteria's got the brightest smile that I have ever seen! Hoot has a look of kindness that could warm the coldest heart And Liz is just as regal as the words her poems impart. I came to know these people in a very special way By sharing my own life with them as time passed, day by day. We laughed, we talked, we joked, we shared the problems that we had We gave support to Nancy for the illness of her dad. What a group of characters we had! I laughed so hard I thought that I would wind up in a psychiatric ward! Each person had some small peculiar traits that would come out Here's a few to show you all what I'm talking about. Mysteria had a magic trick we all came to adore.. Whenever she walked down the street she turned into a store!!  For years along New England shores by glow of campfire light They'll sing about the lady who bought everything in sight! And Kit? Now there's a strange one! Over at the lobster store When she saw they were live she almost passed out on the floor! She had to go outside and sit to try to catch her breath.. Twas just too hard to look at lobsters right before their death. While she was sitting out there, one old fellow coming out Gave her the eye and dropped his bag of fish that thrashed about! At leering it was obvious this guy was a beginner.. We all know if you stare at Kit, you're apt to lose your dinner!  The ferry out to Martha's Vineyard lasted half an hour But Hoot made good use of the time with her poetic power. While others sat impatiently to tie up at the pier Ruth sat and penned "This Poet's Heart" which she has posted here. That's the joy of writing poetry - one never need be bored. With pen in hand there's always some new thought to be explored. While others sit and twiddle thumbs a poet's mind inspires Its owner to come up with ways to light poetic fires. On Saturday the house was quiet as I walked inside. Kit was on the back porch, pen and paper at her side. Mysteria was in her room, practicing da-DUM da-DUM While Liz was working thoughtfully on treasures yet to come. Hoot sat with her notebook, writing verses, sure enough While Nan was on the 'puter doing moderator stuff Sy was sitting quietly, thoughts obviously deep.. It took me hours to realize that he was just asleep. I looked at these good friends of mine all working on their trade And felt a glowing pride at dedication they portrayed. They could have napped or sat around or maybe watched tv But THESE were poets....time was used to work on poetry. At night...these were the special times we sat by candlelight Reciting what we'd written in the cool New England night. Hoot, Sy and Liz were awesome with their stirring poetry And Nan was there to add a touch of Serendipity. Me? I lived a moment that's as good as this life gets By sitting side by side with Kit, reciting our duets. Two thousand miles apart we were when those lines had been done And there we were together, trading verses, one by one. I could have been on center stage - the Met or Carnegie And it would not have meant as much the way it did to me By sitting in Nan's living room surrounded by these friends All partners in this place we call a "haven without ends." There are so many other things to write of what was done.. The treasure hunt where Nan and Kit wrote clues in verse for fun.. The way that we all look like when we wake up in the morn The sound each person's heart makes when a poem is being born. But every play must have an end...the cast and crew are gone. The final bows are given and each life shall now move on But let me say once more before the final curtains fall I'll miss you, my dear poet friends...please know I love you all.  |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
"There are so many other things to write of what was done.. The treasure hunt where Nan and Kit wrote clues in verse for fun.. The way that we all look like when we wake up in the morn The sound each person's heart makes when a poem is being born. But every play must have an end...the cast and crew are gone. The final bows are given and each life shall now move on But let me say once more before the final curtains fall I'll miss you, my dear poet friends...please know I love you all."   BRAVO!!! Encore, encore, I LOVE IT!!! Oh Michael, I am delighted you had the most wonderful time of all, and that is why I spend so much time here at passions too, for you are all my friends are all truly brothers and sisters in spirit to me and I believe somehow we are joined in friendship's spirit! I just love how you summarized the five days here, I could never blame Kit, for I could never bear to watch lobsters cooked either, ooohhhhhh...what are you ever going to do about Mysteria's shop-hopping? LOL! I know how that must have felt too because whenever I go to the Boulder Mall, my sister spends about three hours in Banana Republic alone! (BIG HUGGGSSSSSS) It is a huge pleasure to read this fine conclusion to a timeless saga, sweet friend, I suggest you must publish this as a technical piece or a journal and you are bound to make sales off of it, of course with credit from all your Passions vacation friends! This is wonderful, sweet friend, God Bless You, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Balladeer, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
This is why I want to be you! LOL Damn, Michael...write a story why don't ya! Incredible, I was almost as there as I wish I'd been. btw...Congrats on 11000! [This message has been edited by Duncan (04-24-2002 12:03 AM).] |
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Greeneyes 
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
Lovely write Balladeer, a wonderful reminder of the friends and fun had by all....a special treasure to always keep....  Lauren~ ~Sinking fast into |
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Bridget Shenachie Senior Member
since 2002-01-23
Posts 1056Kansas USA |
Thanks for sharing your trip news. It has delighted the rest of us home bodies to read of your adventures and escapades. Welcome back! Shenachie |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
An incredible write summed up in this one perfect line: "The sound each person's heart makes when a poem is being born" Amazing.... |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
How many times shall I read this? How many more days shall the sun rise?  Yes...that many! |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Ah Michael this was simply the best finale there could ever be. I was typing to Nan earlier and I said, "Nan, this is just too weird you being there and me being here, can I phone you because I want to hear you and I feel like you and I both need a hug." I will never get over you reciting all that poetry by heart, never. Oh and by the way, I figure I was pretty darn good once they put that timer on me at The Gap, well at least they applauded as I had 2 minutes left. By the way, I am as we "speak" picking up those funny styrofoam chips from everywhere in this house so I may just have learned my lesson. Michael by the way, I miss your antics with Isabelle more than you can ever imagine  To the next time my friend, and meeting you was my pleasure. CONGRATULATIONS ON 11, |
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SEA
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
makes for wishes and hopes for other meetings on other coasts thank you for giving me a glimpse into your time together....sounds like it was amazing |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Balladeer~ You tell the story so poetically well. Glad you had such a wonderful time ... That Nan really rolls out one heck of a welcome mat~ A delightful render of a delightful time~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Balladeer, You do know how to make the rest of us green...with envy! So very well done, the trip and the poem. And I love the new pic!It's never too late to have a good childhood! Woohoo! |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
At night...these were the special times we sat by candlelight Reciting what we'd written in the cool New England night. Hoot, Sy and Liz were awesome with their stirring poetry And Nan was there to add a touch of Serendipity. ==================================== OH--I am SO green with envy to have not been able to hear the live poetry reads... how very very cool and what a poeticly perfect memory for all you to have of that. I am so touched by all of these threads and poems and pictures...thank you for making us all a part of it..... and Michael... for this line..... "The sound each person's heart makes when a poem is being born. you get a 11,000 spammy smooches... Congrats groovy gator [This message has been edited by Janet Marie (04-24-2002 01:21 AM).] |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
sounds WONDERFUL! as always, your words reep such beautiful images and.... awww hell, you're The Poet! i'm so very sorry i missed it all....... i really wanted to be there.... i'm glad to hear you all had such a beautiful time (as if there would be any doubt).... and i thought of you while you were gone... welcome Home! got photos? i'd love to see this event!.... love, hugs, kisses, and all that good stuff..... missed you |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Here's the link to all the photos called, Hoot At Nan's - Albums 1 through to 7 I believe. http://community.webshots.com/user/mysteriasmuse ~* Sharon *~ |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
How you do produce treasures for my treasure chest. I ccan only say that it did my heart good to spend some time with you, and this poem is why. I love you, dear Balladeer and will always cherish these memories Thank you Liz |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
This bit of poem took me on your magic carpet ride I felt as if I were there, right by all your sides I said the Sun would see again the magic of this trip, but seeing now I missed your mark of 11,000 grips! For grip us well you do, my friend, with every single write, you grip our hearts with mystery, whether read at day or night! You wield the pen so easily, I've heard it's now been said the poems come out perfectly straight from that silver head! Congratulations on this post, may there be so many more! Passions sits well by you when the 'Deer comes to its door! |
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Kit McCallum
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since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
So now the truth is out, I'm only half of ten feet high, And when I saw a lobster thrashing, tears came to my eye ... And yes, it's true, the guy with dinner safely in his hand, Looked right at me, and down it fell onto the solid land.  I must be rather hideous ... a scary sight to see, For after that, his friend dropped "his", while looking back at me ... Perhaps the shop should hire me, to sit out at their door ... If I make men lose dinner ... they can sell a whole lot more! ~*~ ROFL ... you make me smile Michael. This is a wonderful epilogue ... and I miss everyone a whole bunch. Thanks for the grins, the smiles, and the incredible opportunity to read with you side by side. Such beautiful memories I've brought home with me ... wonderful souvenirs of friendships that will last for eternity. Best wishes and great big hugs  /Kit [This message has been edited by Kit McCallum (04-24-2002 07:21 AM).] |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Mysteria had a magic trick we all came to adore.. Whenever she walked down the street she turned into a store!! ====================== ROFL After hearing about all the power-shopping she did...that line made me bust out laughing. Waaay to cute ... Me thinks there will be no shortage of those styrofoam packing doodles in Canada for a long time to come |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
this is totally awesome! I thank you for this Michael...and Sharon, thanks for the link to the photos! I enjoyed it all very much! Did my heart some good by just reading the adventure and looking at the pics. |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Balladeer, You have written an epopee of the visit. And I am proud to be your friend. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Ah 'Deer! I feel as though I took that trip with everyone else! Thank you for this keeper to add to the other thread. Hopefully at the next get-together more of Passions poets will be able to meet and make more magical memories. Congrats on the 11,000 posts!! Love the new pic! ~Hugs~ |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
’Deer dearest heart oh my word this is utterly utterly perfect, of course I expected it to be so, anything that carries your stamp is. In fact I doubt if you’d have to sign your work really, I’d recognise your work anywhere. By the quality, by that certain je ne sais quoi that marks your writing as that of a master craftsman. Naturally I utterly utterly adore this vignette of life at Cape Cod, truly written perfection. And congratulations on 11,000 posts, each one of which has been an utter gem. A glowing jewel of original thought, transposed with exquisite care and perfect poetic rhyme and meter. Marvellous writing as always.   Love and warm stuff As always Mushy To give light to them that sit in darkness..... to guide our feet into the way of peace Luke 2:79 |
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Silver Streak Member Elite
since 2002-01-02
Posts 3625FL, USA |
Michael, congratulations on 11000! As always your pen paints pictures that glow like Florida sunshine. Let me know next time you drive past Ocala on 75 if you'd like to share a spin over a gallon of coffee. I'll buy! ((Balladeer)) -newell Sharing God's Love through perfectlovepoetry.com Copyright: 2002 Newell Elsworth Usher [This message has been edited by Silver Streak (04-24-2002 09:45 AM).] |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Noah...so you have a shopaholic sister, too? LOL! Patience, my friend, and thank you again for another glowing response.. Duncan...and I wanna be YOU 'cause then Tracey would be wild about ME! LOL! Thanks, Duncan, I wish you could have been there, too. You would have been the perfect addition....thanks for the recognition  Greeneyes...yes, there is nothing more special than friendships. I thank you... Bridget...thanks for joining in. Stuck in Kansas? The yellow brick road is always nearby..... DeVine one....you picked the right line...thank you, lady. Sunshine..the sun will rise for as long a sunshine is needed....a very, very long time! mysteria...you are something else! You write exactly as you talk and I can hear your words so clearly and see your face smiling so brightly just by reading your words. What an incredible lady you are...you have brightened my life immensely! SEA..yes, I'm sure there will be chances for many in the future....and I would LOVE to meet you at one of them. Hey, it can happen!! Marge...that she does. The smoothness of the visit was a testament to how hard she worked to make it that way. Passions is filled with wonderful ladies...like YOU, for instance!!! Larry...thank you, sir. The pic was Mysteria's idea..she said the other one made me look yuckier than I really am. She simply said, "Michael....camera" and the deed was done... Janet Marie...I've missed your spammy smooches. I shall treasure every one.. Doreen..what life you would have added! Photos? We have them coming out of our ears! Thank you for the feeling of being missed.... Liz...I've met you twice now and both times have been so very special. You inspire me with your talent, grace and perserverance. I love you, too, dear lady, and you will always hold a special place in my thoughts. I wish you the best that life may offer... Sunshine..thank you, miss. Sometimes I feel like I'm LOSING my grip!! 11 grand? Well, at least I'm resiliant!! Kit..ROTFLMAO!!!! Being hired by the store to sell more food? Only you could come up with that!! What an incredible pleasure you are, Kit! You exceeded every hope and expectation I had of you and became so much more. I shall never forget our recitals. Clone you, you say? How I wish!!! Janet Marie...you had to see her in action! No bloodhound alive could sniff out a bone the way she could sniff out a bargain! They had to put on an extra work crew at Customs to process her!! What a glorious human being she is...thanks for catching my little joke. Passing shadows...thank you for following along. I'm really happy you got enjoyment out of it.. Seymour...that pride goes both ways, my friend. I could not have asked for a better traveling companion... Don't tell Isabel but I enjoyed every second of our battle royales... Enchantress...yes, I hope so, too. It would be so great to come up with a way to have a large gathering somewhere. Hey, it can happen and, if so, I surely want to meet YOU! Glad you like the pic. Mysteria made me laugh for it... Mushy...glad you liked it, my friend and, please, lay that French on me whenever you feel like it! Don't know what it means but it sounds so good!!! Thanks for coming along.. newell...a gallon of coffee is always hard to turn down. Thanks for the invite! |
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Martie
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since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Balladeer Thank you for sharing the joy and laughter and the tears with us here. You are all very special! |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Balladeer...what a wonderful finale to a wonderful trip. Only you could have summed it up this good. What a pleasure it was to meet you in person dear sir know that we all miss you too for sure |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Balladeer, I enjoyed reading this. It's always nice to have such good friends. |
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Krissy Senior Member
since 2002-02-22
Posts 556kent England |
’Deer hi there, I’ve loved the whole of this adventure, and you have encapsulated it perfectly in your perfectly drawn picture. The whole diary from trips to the shops, to evenings chatting together companionably in the flickering candlelight. What a beautiful trip it must have been, and thank you for sharing this whole experience with us. Mum’s absolutely right you don’t have to sign your work, your signature is the perfect meter and the exquisite rhyme. Mama mon cherie, il est formidabl n’est pas? and I know what her answer will be, Oui, mon petit chou, tout fomidabl Excellent work, I love this one Love and warm stuff As always Krissy And while thy willing soul transpiers |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Epilogue? Already? *S* I can't even imagine how hard it must have been for y'all to part... for having only your words, I sit here not wanting it to end. *S* This is wonderful, Michael... from Mysteria's magic to Kit's compassion (why doesn't it surprise ANY of us that a heart so kind couldn't pick out a living creature for dinner? *S*), you've brought the gathering right onto these blue pages for us all to enjoy... I thank you. *S* |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
This is a terrific write, Michael. I'm sorry we missed the trip. That shopping thingie Sharon likes would drive me crazy, lol |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Sorry you missed this one, LngJhn. Perhaps next time. It was great! LOve ya Liz |
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Krawdad Member Elite
since 2001-01-03
Posts 2597 |
What a good time you all had !! "Grab a pen, grab some paper, do yourself a little favor." e |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
This poem is so special, Michael.... It sounds like everyone had such a wonderful time and I am so darn jealous of Mysteria... She bought everything and now there's nothing left for me... I guess we are sisters in shopping. Mysteria had a magic trick we all came to adore.. Whenever she walked down the street she turned into a store!! For years along New England shores by glow of campfire light They'll sing about the lady who bought everything in sight! this poem is superterrificwonderful ~loads of hugs~Lyra copyright2002 Lyra Nesius "poetry is life distilled" Gwendolyn Brooks [This message has been edited by Madame Chipmunk (04-28-2002 11:58 PM).] |
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RSEvans Senior Member
since 1999-10-23
Posts 1147Tulsa, OK, USA |
Man I'm sorry I missed it Bal ole bud. What I wouldn't give to be in the presence of such friends for only a little while...well I wouldn't give the plane ticket price I suppose cause I'm cheap. but other than that this is a loving tribute and know that you have so many friends here. |
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