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Writer

 

 

Oh, Sweet friend of mine,
my heart sings your name
because of the love
you hold within
that has touched my heart.

 

 

I am a writer,
I seek out words
to tell my story,
to give you a piece of me
so that you will know me
better.

 

 

But this beating heart
pulses poetry
which belies innocence
with every breath,
each tawdry syllable
condemning my virtue.

 

 

A curse to be named writer
when the letters
will form no words
and words won't come
so that I seem empty
and inept in my writing.

 

 

Bear with me, dear friend,
while I seek charity
and wisdom from those
who have gone before me
and paved way for all
who would dare be called


     poet.

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  • Candy6
    June 30, 2007
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    A great poem. Well put.


  • PerfectImperfection
    March 19, 2007

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    Wow! This left me with that numb feeling surging through my body, the way I get when something reaches inside and grabs me where I sit! This is an excellent example of why I feel you are such a very talented soul! I do believe this is one of my most favorites from you! Thank you so much for your entry Patricia!!!


    • pattyann4500
      March 19, 2007

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      Thank you, Sweetie. I'm glad you enjoyed this one. This is much of what I've been writing lately, and I'm not so sure that it isn't a little too dark. Hugs, Patricia


  • panegyric ink
    March 17, 2007

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    majestic realm for thought

    i can only completely agree with with everthing jasminerose has said with your poetry, you always amaze!!!! this is as profound, a writing that i can ever hope to read. trandscends the mind and into many things deeper, and that patricia, is no easy accomplishment by anyone's degree!!!!!!

    this is one i wish i could say i wrote!!!!!!!!!!


    I am sorry to hear about your not feeling well, and the operation, you are always in my prayers patricia, and there, you will always stay!!!

    god Bless You,
    -Brian.'s

    • pattyann4500
      March 17, 2007
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      Thank you, Brian. You're very sweet, and I am reminded every time I hear from you or read your work why you are one of my favorites.


  • jasminerose
    March 17, 2007

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    Patricia,
    you are a master poetess, and we all have these moments of "pause" in our words when it comes to wanting to share what is in our hearts poetically. I try and look at the bright side to most everything and I think this happens when we have so much we want to share about someone we adore but know it would turn into a free flowing river of love that never ends..this my friend is a good thing Please try not to feel devestated when you can't write something, it isn't always the "words", it is "where" they come from that counts and yours come from a beautiful heart and soul!

    I wish you all the best in the contest with this excellent entry!
    Linda

    • pattyann4500
      March 17, 2007
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      I am touched by your words, Linda. You are always the cheerleader for me when I feel like I'm wasting my time. Thank you for that.

      Usually I'm very positive, although I do write about darkness and sadness, but my life happens to be pretty good. Unfortunately, I just had a hysterectomy, and my medications have been changed. I'm on my way back, and it may take awhile, but I'm doing much better already. Soon I should be back driving everyone insane. Thank you so much, my lovely friend. Hugs, Patricia


  • owlishhunter
    March 15, 2007

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    You've certainly earned the name of Poet, my friend! Another great piece that I can relate to, as most can I would think. Sometimes the words just won't come, and it can certainly hurt. Keep your head up Great job, and good luck in the contest!

    • pattyann4500
      March 15, 2007
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      Thank you, Dear Kris. What hurts the most in times like these when I can't find the right words is when I need a poem to come to me right away and I can't. Recently one of my lovely AP sisters held a contest for one of my sweet AP brothers for his birthday. I could not think of one sentence, and I was devastated. He knows how much I love him, but I couldn't put it into words.

      I hope to be back very soon. I'm so glad to see you. Hugs, Patricia


  • jjbreunig3
    March 14, 2007

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    A delightful and telling piece...

    A delightful and telling piece; I can relate to this poem - a co-worker bought 3 copies of my book after telling me that I didn't look like a poet.

    The third stanza to me was dazzling - great combination of words:

    But this beating heart
    pulses poetry
    which belies innocence
    with every breath,
    each tawdry syllable
    condemning my virtue.

    Wonderfully written. --Joe

    • pattyann4500
      March 15, 2007
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      Thank you, Joe. LOL It's funny that your co-worker would say that, but I'm sure she was delighted when she read your awesome work. Congratulations my friend. Hugs, Patricia


  • perdisbeaute
    March 14, 2007

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    Love this!!!

    This is so wonderful and amazing!

    I loved this stanza, i know it all to well:

    'A curse to be named writer
    when the letters
    will form no words
    and words won't come
    so that I seem empty
    and inept in my writing.'

    This is such amazing poem and the words just flow from the page! Bravo!

    Michelle

    • pattyann4500
      March 15, 2007
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      Thanks, Sweetie. Those words have my blood on them! That's what it took to find them. I'll be back, but I'm certainly going about it very slowly. You're a dear for staying so loyal. Love, Patricia


  • klassy lassy
    March 14, 2007

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    Mike is so right...awesome! When the ink in the pen freezes, it is usually because there is so much going on inside, there's a traffic jam! You have indeed earned the right to your title of 'POET'! The only title I like better is 'Friend.'

    ~K

    • pattyann4500
      March 15, 2007
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      You are so lovely, Karen. Thank you. I'm not so sure about a traffic jam, but I suppose that may be what it is. I'm on my way back, slowly but surely. Hugs, Patricia


  • Silent Cougar Moderators member
    March 14, 2007

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    This is awesome,,,,
    To take refuge in lines of such innocence, and await the hands of helpers and givers of knowldege, just to be allowed the notion of calling yourself a Poet, what a pleasing way to declare yourself slightly humbled. An absolute stunning piece my friend, you have learned well and will recieve your just rewards.
    This shows the mark of someone who can claim the title 'Poet' so easily. Well done. And best of luck in the contest, you have just stepped it up a gear I think.

    • pattyann4500
      March 15, 2007
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      Thanks, Mikey. You're such a sweet brother. I'm glad you read this, and I hope you are right. I want to find my way back, and I certainly hope I will. Hugs to Jilly Bean. Love and Hugs, Patricia


  • MargaretG
    March 14, 2007

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    It's like that sometimes. Your poem shows where we get to when we start expressing our feelings - but there is more and better to come. Good luck!

    • pattyann4500
      March 15, 2007
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      Thank you, Margaret, my Dear. I can hardly wait until the best comes. Umm, I'm going to change into my Sunday best just in case.

      I hope you are well, my dear friend. Hugs, Patricia


  • leo2
    March 14, 2007

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    Amen, my friend. Writing can be a humbling experience as well as a rewarding one. Good luck in the contest.

    Sincerely,
    Leo Long
    ps. Hope all is well with you and yours.

    • pattyann4500
      March 15, 2007
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      Thanks, Leo. I always look forward to your wonderful comments.

      I am better, thank you. I'm to the point that I sometimes forget I had surgery at all, and emotionally I'm making a little bit of a come back. Keep those good thoughts, my brother. Love and Hugs, Patricia

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