She combs the winds
tends the words
discovered,
hidden amongst the braided
tresses,
dances with memories,
pulled forth by the tide,
partners with shadows of trees
slips between the last laced trace,
a wave returned to sea ~
where dreams meld with what
will be.
The arc of light
caught upon a shell,
ruby lips, perhaps kissed magic,
the spell caught and twined
around his heart, the pulse
the beat she knows so well.
Proud and strong, she feels the earth ~
all the promise of seed and hearth,
the heart of trees, both
reach of sky, flame of wood.
I feel the cycle: leaves to earth
acorn to tree. Love shall
always be. I fold my hands in
silent prayer, “Let love abide
for I shall be there.”
Though life is twisted in its path,
the course of the heart shall find
a way to receive what makes it last.
6:11 PM
07/03/07
Alexandria, VA
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'Though life is twisted in its path,
the course of the heart shall find
a way to receive what makes it last.'
those lines make the whole poem.
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It is often our greatest challenge. The logic of yesterday caught in the library of our days ruled by ego's fears and the minds demand that it be taken as the root of idenity when all it does is catalog what gone past. If we listen to the spirit in the moment then do we not have to be vulnerable to love? Is not our choice God's Light? What comes in the joy but the doors opening the flood.
Love, Tom B.
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I love the dreamy flow of your poem. The imagery and language are wonderful throughout, but I especially enjoyed the third stanza. I've noticed in reading other pieces of yours, that you have a unique perspective. Rarely do I ever see cliches.
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I shall have to read closer, not wanting to be banal or cliched in any case.
Thanks for finding my poems so enjoyable. I want to take things that are beautiful and make them as vibrant and strong as I can. I have had others say I have a unique way of writing but I have never had any one succeed in telling me what is unique, other than no one sounds like me. I guess I can live with that. In the end, let me thank you for sharing the joy you found here.
~ Tom B.
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Oh my, I loved "combs the wind" for as every music video show, we do love the feel of wind blown hair, and I really liked the tides reminder pulling memories and returning the future of what will be. Some times what we gain is so much better than what we've lost if we can just quit looking back and remain positive about possibilities. Stands Clapping for this one. great job!
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I can feel the joy in your words. I am touched deeply by the strength of your respones. It is an honor. It brings a smile to my lips. Stop by anytime and share your thoughts with me. If you ever have one you would like my insights on then send me the link. I would be gifted.
Love, Tom B.
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Nice. I love your choice of words...the steady rhyme...and the breathtakingly beautiful images that just...seems to bounce off the page in great force. Wow. Another good work...
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Plain Jane started about six, or seven months ago. She has her own life and shares it with me on occasion. The list she is on is Plain Jane: Adventures in Living. Love, Tom B.
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Tom,
I'm intrigued by the title of "Plain Jane". I like the idea of having a series involving someone who is real and down to earth. Sort of the "girl next door" series
This piece has great imagery and flow, and I've always been a fan of the use of metaphors.
Nicely done with this piece my friend...
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Read the poems in the list and you will find that Plain Jane is her own metaphor. Thanks for sharing the joy you received from these simple words. Peace & Love, Tom B.
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Ah! She is vivid! She is enchanting! Simple and natural is always most beautiful to me. This poem is surely that and more. I love how you depict her. You make her all women, especially those who are in-tuned with the Earth. Beautiful!
Much Love ♥
Renee
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Thought you would love this. Thanks for all the kind thoughts and delightful insights. May the day sing of joy for your heart. Love, Tom B.
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Very nice images used here. It was a pleasure to read.
Job well done and Good Luck in that contest.
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hey u wrote about your plain jane again! it had been a while. i like your plain jane series.
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She whispered to me in the night and said she was jealous needed more of my time and attention and I was helpless to say no. Love, Tom B.
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The point of view changes are intriguing, from third to first to well, I suppose the final is more of a general observation tone. It gives the poem a different flavor on each successive read through for me.
I get a sense of acceptance and discovery intermingled with love in this write, that is wonderful to partake in.
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Thank you. The strength of love is important, but so is how it is shared. I like that it changes for you. When we find value it grows and mutates because there is always more there for us to draw from. So I appreciate the gift you have given me in your kind words. Be well and may the Light bring grace to your days. Love, Tom B.
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...the arc of light caught upon a shell... even shells are worthy of some reflection, where the sea writes it's colors on them, fragile tablets read in moments of luminescence and sunlight and beauty.
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There is a shell known as ruby lips. I have several of them. They are known for the pink tint that runs around the edge. shells are always worthy. There value was known and they have be used as money. Love, Tom B.
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~breathes slowly~
Tom,
I sat here and read this poem twice and both times you captured me with this stanza:
Proud and strong, she feels the earth ~
all the promise of seed and hearth,
the heart of trees, both
reach of sky, flame of wood.
I don't know why, but those few lines spoke out louder then the others to me. I love how you word yourself in your poetry, there is so much conviction and emotion in those words. I couldn't help, but place myself into that stanza, I am very connected with the earth. Thank you for sharing with me.
Always keep the pencil sharp and the computer plugged in! hehe
Always,
Tatianna
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A friend of mine once said, A woman becomes beautiful in the eyes of a man, when he finds any part of her stunning. Perhaps the same is true for a poem. It only takes one part to resonate. For no matter how critically acclaimed the piece it must resonate for you or it means nothing. Thanks for sharing your joy with me.
Love Tom B.
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My friend, this touched me to the depths of my very soul
Today has been very trying for me...actually, the last month or so has been very trying
It's hard to put into legible or intelligent words but this piece struck a raw nerve within my heart and for poetry to touch me in such a way, it is awesome
Thank you for sharing your fine poetry with me
All the best to you
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Always know I hold you in the Light and hope the blessing in my heart keep you from to much strife. I know the world is a topsy turvey place that often causes chaos and confusion. Stay true to your heart and I know things will come out right in the end.
Thanks for letting me know that this piece touched you deeply. I could ask for no greater compliment. Love, Tom B.
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Outstanding.....
tomisB:
I don't even know why I read these, maybe it's an extraordinary pull from behind my mind, or just that I am a sucker for something as awesome as your words.....
You are incredible, and each piece, just brings all sorts of emotions, that at times I do not even know how to explain. I wish I had a book of your to just sit by my window looking at the lake in the back of our home, on my rocker just reading TomisB's words.
Thank you TomisB
for being so gracious and humble and a man with such a beautiful soul.....
Thank you for sharing you art with me and all here.....
*THIS IS MY FAVORITE PART*
I will be your friend forever, just know that....
I will reply in regards to the reading, I am 89.99% sure that I will go.
Proud and strong, she feels the earth ~
all the promise of seed and hearth,
the heart of trees, both
reach of sky, flame of wood.
YOUR FRIEND FOR EVER,
AngelicMistress...Tanya
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"dances with memories,
pulled forth by the tide,
partners with shadows of trees
slips between the last laced trace,
a wave returned to sea ~"
This is a beautiful piece, Tom. Who among us wouldn't be moved by the love that abounds within each line? For I know, full well, of the unspoken love that pulses between each word, each silence, each glance towards our beloved, no matter how far away they might be. Ahhh, move the mountain, Poet. You will find your path. Good luck in Lane's contest, my Friend. 
Wanda
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you are always so gentle and try to speak with a sense of grace. Thank you. I am glad you enjoyed the poem. Love Tom B.
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This almost brought me to my knees, going..."no no, don't go, she truly loves you..jump back in the waters fine" I sense this and feel this without words...only my soul is aware of the beautiful depth of a man that you are...
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You are wiser than you believe. You see far deeper than you realize. I haven't given up hope. Perhaps I only wait to see and refuse to give up faith. Thanks for your belief in me. I hope I may always live up to it.
Love Tom B.
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This says there is no way out, both are caught inexplicable drawn together, whether they want to or not, but I sense that it is not something you would jump from, perhaps jump into if you only could. Love C
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I no longer know what I am. In the end, I shall know. Until then, I can only abide. Love, Tom B.
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i want so much to write You a beautiful review, but i am completely lost in your heart, in Your presence, in Your words, in Your soul. How does this girl go back to "before"?
I fold my hands in
silent prayer, “Let love abide
for I shall be there.”
Though life is twisted in its path,
the course of the heart shall find
a way to receive what makes it last.
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This is truly a wonderful statement of joy and wonder. I would be less than a man if I was not touched by this. Love Tom B.
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