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Two pumps at the cleavage

 

I practice growing old gracefully.
I moisturize, don’t wear make-up,
long hair parts almost to the middle
of a face dappled with freckles.
All I need is my stickered-up guitar
and a few more folk songs,

gerbera daisies at my temple

and a black lab who sits beside me

for dusty miles in a fast truck.
We all choose scents to match our soul;
when I leave a room, this is mine,

with a hint of amaretto.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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  • Nom de Plume
    November 18
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    coincidence? I dont wear makeup either another beautiful piece Tara, again forcing the reader to indulge their senses with your imagery, love the black Labrador, my grandparents had one, such great dogs..


  • CaliOkie silver member
    November 9

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    You have yet to reach the point where the term "old" could even be applied. But, age does seem to add on to us, unbidden, a certain "gravitas," which I would gladly exchange for the lightness of foot I enjoyed in my second decade. The sinews stiffen and the blood seems to move a little slower and sometimes it seems that "grace" is just a thing you say before eating! The best I can hope for is that "young-old-hip-guy" thing that you see in all the TV adds . . . LOL.

    You do have a great way with words and your writes are always so unique and good to read. It seems to me that you are not aging at all, but if you are it is only to cast a more mellow light, like the warm afternoon sun. You certainly cast a warm light with your words.

    Excellent.

    Garrison


  • Cerulean Sunrise gold member
    November 8
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    Well done.

    I want coffee.


  • Loveandblessings2u gold member
    November 6

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    simply beautiful, and i really don't know what else to say.
    why don't you write a book???

    loveandblessings2u & yours always
    joyce


  • Terry Collett
    November 5

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    There is a wisdom in this voice. There is the calmness that gathers at the edges of an older mind and soul. Love the poem.


  • Jettison
    October 29

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    yes.

    if this is what practicing growing old is, i guess i've started already.

    and i don't ever want to stop. not if it means life as beautiful as this one.


  • charcoal
    October 28
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    yup. extraordinary (:


  • everyone1 gold member
    October 27
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    Smashing poetry.

    OMG! You could taste the words. Just fabulous.


  • Seawulf
    October 27

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    Wow! This just took by breathe away. A poem written so well i don't see words but instead images.


  • spirit rising
    October 27
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    just Beautifull,with simplicity and grace.


  • Ellegirl silver member
    October 26
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    You make growing older a lovely experience.

  • Virgoan
    October 26

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    I like how simple things tend to be extraordinary. The aging, the music, and the scent one person carries grow, tendered by time.

    Brilliant write Ms. Beautiful.


  • Elora Danon gold member
    October 26

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    I'm a freckle girl too. Ain't it great?


  • gaze
    October 25

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    And more isn't needed when a lovely face has the natural freckles make-up.
    Very pleasant poem Tara, such a nice Sunday read


  • Namita
    October 25
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  • sinfull
    October 25

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    I like the fresh innocence of this pen. It is without artiface and false pretence, and reminds me of the perfume I loved as a young girl called sweet honesty. a nice pen


  • Peteskid gold member
    October 24

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    I think this is a kind of honesty, a picture witout the adjectives that usually come along to hide the essence of a thing; I think this is the essence...a lovely reflection...PK


  • ariazephyrzoe gold member
    October 24

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    oh Ms Tara

    I am always amazed with your poems
    when you write...you paint beuatiful picture with words
    and this one is so beautiful!!!


  • Daizee silver member
    October 23

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    A hint of scent as you leave the room keeps them wondering and wanting more...


  • Thomas Scott gold member
    October 23
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    LONG LIST


  • fangfreak1016
    October 23

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    beautiful

    this is one of the best poems i've read on ap. good job =]


  • Sue Cardwell gold member
    October 23

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    I love your perfume ... light and lingering.

    A beautiful write.

    Sue


  • JamesHardy gold member
    October 23

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    Tara,

    You help me remember I love the music of Dan Fogelberg, James Taylor, Jackson Browne and Christian artist Andrew Peterson. The simple, not overly produced, tracks that evoke images of jeaned friends, wooden porches, fresh spring days, favorite dogs and firepit cookouts. Your piece makes me wish you'd show up with your guitar the next time friends and family gather at the ranch near Brenham, Texas.

    Very nice,

    Jack


  • Suzzie1107
    October 23
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    this was so much fun i really enjoyed it


  • Jersene gold member
    October 22

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    excellent...your soul always shines through your words. It's what I love about your poetry


  • Rend the Veil gold member
    October 22

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    you are a treasure,
    I feel like i spent a day with
    you, and your singing songs
    and just being with you and your
    dog and racing down the road
    this was truly enjoyable

    Love and blessing

    ~Rend


  • Disturbed Prodigy
    October 22

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    once again i am left to say golden, cause that was what this was, is this a morning route for you, all i can say is keep it flowing


  • Rose Angel gold member
    October 21

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    Vivid images you paint with your pen .....delightfully characterizing your personality.. You are an impressive poet...Do continue!..


  • Pure Thought silver member
    October 21

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    I like, alot !


  • MJ Donnelly gold member
    October 21

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    Uh huh, natural beauty is most alluring.

    All the best Tara.

  • Yvette Champ gold member
    October 21
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    Pure Poetry.

  • Thomas Scott gold member
    October 21

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    wild applause goes here

    I think this is brilliant.
    Such a perfect touch! Light, feathery, whimsical.
    Makes me reflect on the principle: what doesn't kill us makes us stronger.


  • Matt E. Smith
    October 21

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    you are easily becoming one of my favourite favourites...whenever I see that you have posted something new... I know it's going to be both something excellent and very real. natural women are beautiful.

  • LovingPhoenix
    October 21

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    Very lovely! Natural simplicity dripping with easy pleasures... I love everything you write! You have pulled in all the senses into a lovely write!


  • kaibab silver member
    October 21

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    WOW...sounds lkike the girl of my dreams...I know a few songs...this is wonderful Ms. March


  • Cannonsfire
    October 21

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    And this could fit any decade, you could assimilate into any decade because the essence of you is so strong, you may not know it but when I read you, I think you are the strongest of anyone I know or don't know lol apart from words, but I think I'd like to sit on a step with you, watch clouds, drink iced tea and just talk C


  • Nevel
    October 21

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    well, this poem makes me smile, pure nature...a cleverly constructed poem...very refreshing...."We all choose scents to match our soul"....I like the hint of amaretto...it give a sensual connotation
    Erwin


  • Allyce May gold member
    October 21

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    lol, sounds like me with the freckles and moisturiser I see washed up old women trying to maintain their youth all the time and I cringe - may I never end up like that! You're still beautiful though, so it's all good

    Really nostalgic feel about this poem, but not in an unpleasant way; coupled with your unique imagery, this is another work of art!


  • Randomly Beautiful
    October 21

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    You are amazing. You always paint such vivid scenes in the mind of the reader. I love it when you post.

  • Rowan gold member
    October 21

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    You not only grow old gracefully, but write that way too... beautiful. I love amaretto. winks.


  • e s h a.
    October 21

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    sigh... oh how you write... well i like eye makeup (kohl) occassionally but without it... i usually can live.


  • Emmyb gold member
    October 21

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    this is lovely. deep, layered, scented and delicious. a very wise and reflective piece - a peaceful melody of what your life is like. sounds like a playful and placid game


  • michael thomas gold member
    October 21
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    You are a genius of depth. A wordsmith.


  • cricketjeff gold member
    October 21

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    Gentle, simple and beautiful, how poetry should be

    Great stuff

    Jeff


  • katelynmcdougall
    October 21

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    I love how the title comes full circle with the end of your poem. I love self-reflection type of poems that are done well, it makes me feel like I know the writer that much more. Very good read, and I look forward to your next one.


  • arafura gold member
    October 21

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    You paint an appealing picture poet. Move over dog...!


  • Nicolette gold member
    October 21

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    this is the kind of poem that i like...such beautiful simplicity, with a scent that lingers

    ~ Nicolette


  • PorcelainHope
    October 21

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    Brilliant piece as always.
    I loved the simplicity thie piece implies.

    "when I leave a room, this is mine,
    with a hint of amaretto."
    - Perfect way to end it.


  • Mango Memories
    October 21
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    Nice!


  • just mercedes gold member
    October 21

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    echinacea and amaretto - surely you have covered the 'health and happiness' spectrum now!
    I love the sound of 'dusty miles in a fast truck'.
    This is a poem with a grin and freckles!


  • Cup-a-Joe
    October 21

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    Oh my, I love a woman & a lab in an old truck.
    This is just so down right good. Your imagery is allways so awesome.
    And you out did the prompt.

    Joe

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