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Shallow in my Grave...the Other side

by

KaPricia W. Miller

(c) All Rights Reserved 2008

 

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Set me Free

let me be

take me high

let me fly

from the pain and affliction

cure me of my addiction

the pain that man

impose upon my flesh

seeking to swallow me whole

Lord your child

needs to rest

not in terms of endearment

to be taken away,

but Lord hear my cry

my plea...

shine down upon me

brighter days

Give me the strength

to go on,

no more...

no more..

shall I lay awake at night

pacing the floors,

Lord hear me now

help me to close the doors

Fill my heart

with compassion and love

tenderly touch my soul

cleanse it

pure as a Dove.

Lord your daughter needs you some how

no yesterday, not tomorrow,

but I need you now.

 

Author notes

Just enjoy today because you will never see it again, and make better choice in your lives...you only get ONE. Do right by people, swallow your pride and learn to apologize when you are wrong, nobody is right ALL the time.

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  • secberm
    February 28, 2008

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    I love this write/prayer. Well done. Jeez Louise... This is hot. Write on. One.

    Dez


    • Ephiphany
      February 28, 2008
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      Thanks sweetheart

      I appreciate you always.
      Ephiphany


  • wingsofgold25 silver member
    February 11, 2008

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    Excellent

    I just finished reading all your comments and there is little left to say. except it realy touched my heart. God is realy great and I love to read poems that praise his high and Holy name. I always enjoy reading your work. Good Luck in the contest,looks like GOLD all the way.
    God Bless!


    • Ephiphany
      February 11, 2008
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      Thank you so much for reading this entry

      I am truly grateful and are Blessed. Giving thanks always,
      ephiphany♥


  • Swan song gold member
    February 3, 2008

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    I like it! You as always are awesome This one flowed very well


  • oneal
    February 2, 2008

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    Hi my dear

    Perfectly stated! I'm at a lost for words, I have had these exact thoughts visit me as well. And my dear, you captured an universal theme, we all, at one point in our lives, or many times in our lives, have wanted help to reach "brighter days".

    "shine down upon me

    brighter days

    Give me the strength

    to go on,"

    I do hope that you get the assistance that you need. And then write about these new days!

    Oneal


  • genevieve3
    February 1, 2008

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    OH, I love this poem! I can feel the tears start to well in my chest and move upwords!
    please enter my contest you have such a gift!
    http://allpoetry.com/contest/show/2388931


    • Ephiphany
      February 1, 2008
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      Thank you so much genevieve

      I appreciate your comment and I sure will join ur contest.
      Ephiphany♥ Indeed God is Great


  • kennethlaney
    January 31, 2008

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    Excellent

    This was really nice Ephiphany. I like poetry of a religious nature because IT LETS ME KNOW THAT OTHERS BELIEVE IN A HIGHER POWER AS SO DO I.


    • genevieve3
      February 1, 2008
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      God is grat, and we are the children of the most high god! xxoo!

    • Ephiphany
      January 31, 2008
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      Hey Boo

      glad you enjoyed this....I have my moments, keepin it real my friend. Thank you so much for commenting, its appreciated.

      ephiphany♥


  • HoneyFire
    January 29, 2008
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    wonderful write sis! I love it
    very inspirational


  • Wayne Leon Learmond
    January 29, 2008

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    Breathtaking Piece of Writing

    Stunningly-beautiful. Everything about this oozes class. The layout, the form, the writing, the imagery. Everything. It is just breathtaking. A really gorgeous piece of writing. Deep and powerful and full of meaning too.
    Well done for this Piff.

    Much love to you
    Wayne Leon
    xx


    • Ephiphany
      January 29, 2008
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      Thanks Wayne

      I appreciate you always for reading my work.
      ephiphany♥

  • Aisades
    January 28, 2008
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    my piffy

    Are you ok..I'm here sis.


  • natchstucco
    January 28, 2008

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    This is a truely beautiful penned poem. I normally dont like this type but I am also a short and no nonsense fan and this says it all in a short and inspirational set. bravo.

    • Ephiphany
      January 28, 2008
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      Thank you natch

      glad you stopped by anyways....I appreciate your comment on this, even though it really wasnt ur taste, Im glad you gave it a shot anyways

      ephiphany♥


  • ears2hearyou gold member
    January 28, 2008

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    Such a gift this IS to read.....

    you brought tears to my heart. I am so proud of you
    dear poetic sister for the fearless courage and bold
    power you have shown in this write!
    Humble bow to honor you this day!
    My heart swells with "pride" for YOU this day!
    ears2hearyou
    Kathleen : ))) damn..you just split our hearts wide open with this powerful of writes!

    • Ephiphany
      January 28, 2008
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      Thanks Kat

      hugs for you too...I just had to get that out today, so glad you enjoyed this emotional piece. Much love to you as well, thanks for being a part of me.

      All my love,
      Ephiphany♥


  • Mykeee
    January 28, 2008

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    very heart felt. Pull God from within you. Its there for your strength and love. reach not out side for a figure of comfort. search within and God will comfort and guide you. Even if its away. What may seem impossible may be next. Believe God will bring you through and it shall be done. Believe in you and see God. because it lives within you. G'Bless and know thatyour journy is not alone. ~ Michael

    • Ephiphany
      January 28, 2008
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      It's well Michael

      thanks for the comforting comment, you know how I feel already, about your words you are great, and I am grateful to have you as a friend.

      CC♥


  • MahoganyFlow
    January 28, 2008

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    This was penned very well sis. It rhymed nicely and the rhythm was steady. Very inspriational. Keep Writing!


    • Ephiphany
      January 28, 2008
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      Thank you

      you are a part of my inspiration to keep writing.
      I appreciate you being in my life lil sis.
      E♥


  • HaleyMary
    January 28, 2008

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    Beautiful write, Sis. This seemed full of compassion and love. I think it's so important that people enjoy life while they can and love their family and friends as much as they can. I also think it's important to keep dignity in life and to admit when a mistake has been made or to admit when people say something that wasn't right. Thanks for sharing and keep writing.


    • Ephiphany
      January 28, 2008
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      Thanks Haley

      I always appreciate your comments and support too.
      Glad that you enjoyed this.
      ephiphany♥


  • LaMerci
    January 28, 2008

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    The beginning...

    to finish was riveting. I stumbled into this one today and I'm so glad I did...it grabbed me by the throat but gently...kept me in my seat. Beautiful Work sis!

    • Ephiphany
      January 28, 2008
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      Thanks my sistah

      always good to hear from you, we keep sticking together, words have power
      Thanks for the comment, so glad you stumbled upon this, encouragement and motivation.

      All the best,
      e♥


  • ennovy silver member
    January 28, 2008

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    Amen! G'Daughter

    This a prayer of guidance in a beautiful free verse. Where you acknowlege your faith, reach out for the hand of our Lord and Savior. OH love He's there waiting to help us all. This also tell us we need unity among people, poets, friends and each day we live will be better. Some golden words here that are emotional & heartfelt.......excellent writing of strong expression......write ON!...Love ya!....G'momma


    • Ephiphany
      January 28, 2008
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      Thank you so very much...

      this comment really means a lot to me, and I thank you from my heart Glad you liked it.

      Lady♥

  • Nighttime angel
    January 28, 2008

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    WOW Sis, this is amazing. so powerful and full of emotion. I got goosebumps reading this. God is there, He is and will hear you and will give you what you need. you are so right, nobody is right all the time. I know for me at some point in time I realized that saying that I am sorry, means a lot. I wasn't alway like the way I am now. changes that is what I went through.
    you have a beautiful talent for writing and I am in awe.
    you words are powerful and touch me. great job on this


    love you
    kat

    • Ephiphany
      January 28, 2008
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      Hugs

      to you for your continuous support in my journey of writing. I thank you will all I got, Kat
      Much love,
      Ephiphany♥


  • onesugar gold member
    January 28, 2008

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    You are so right sis
    You should always make the most of today making the best choices you can, although we expect a tomorrow, it is not gaurenteed.
    It shows strength of character when you can apologise and admit to being wrong it is often pride that gets in the way that prevents us doing just that.

    A brilliant write Piff

    ~sugar~

    • Ephiphany
      January 28, 2008
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      Much love

      my sugarcookie I appreciate you as well, for joining me in this journey. Life is what it is, not always what we expect, but all we can do is live and learn, hold on to what makes sense and for the times, that don't make sense, pray and ask God for continuous wisdom and better understanding.

      Love you always,

      Me♥


      • onesugar gold member
        January 28, 2008
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        Love you to sis

        Always here for you

        ~sugarcookie~

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