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I sometimes, through the noise of disaffection, hear a distant song, with soothing comfort in its embrace, a calling reminding in its humanity, an echo of peace once owned but pawned for transient needs. Its undemanding lyric beckons without command, reasons in metaphors and smiles knowingly with intent. From fading vision, its sound grows dimmer, even as its need grows stronger. Would if only I could join in its refrain. Its melody might resonate in needful spirit to mend this weary heart and return the memories of why I scaled its notes. Distant Things Contest Sponsored By John Lawless 06/09/2016

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Date: 8/2/2016 10:40:00 AM
What a pleasure to read this great poem and experience again the memories this piece evokes.. A gem I add to my fav ist..
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Date: 8/2/2016 10:51:00 AM
I treasure your comment Robert because of the respect for your talent, thank you...
Date: 7/22/2016 5:24:00 PM
this has such a longing to it or a feeling of nostalgia. Love the atmosphere you created.
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Date: 7/22/2016 10:03:00 PM
I'm so happy you visited this one Andrea, thank you...
Date: 7/13/2016 1:50:00 PM
That is beautiful and I think I can relate to that. I love the 'scaling of notes' and 'beckoning without command'. This is written from the heart and for the heart.
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Date: 7/13/2016 8:01:00 PM
Such kind words Kai, thank you so much...
Date: 6/26/2016 10:09:00 PM
Charlie, I love your poem 7, to mend this weary heart, oh I can relate to that and thanks for visiting ~
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Date: 6/26/2016 10:33:00 PM
Your response is mend enough to resonate its beckoning to this weary soul by reminding me yet again of your unadulterated humanity... What a friend to say such things...My unwavering gratitude is not enough. How about a nickel?...
Date: 6/16/2016 10:19:00 AM
An interesting piece.
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Date: 6/16/2016 8:22:00 PM
Thanks for the visit Carol...
Date: 6/11/2016 9:56:00 PM
This reads soft and sweet to me , Charlie. I like it. ...Fran
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Date: 6/11/2016 10:02:00 PM
Thank you so much Francis...
Date: 6/11/2016 7:55:00 AM
For some reason the picture and poem made me think of a song from many years ago. "Some people say a man is made out of mud" I think it might have been called "The Company Store".
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Date: 6/11/2016 8:21:00 AM
I believe you're thinking of "Sixteen Tons" by Tennessee Ernie Ford. It never crossed my mind. More the picture probably than the poem?...
Date: 6/10/2016 10:06:00 AM
You wove such an emotional feeling of longing into your poem, Charlie. Beautifully composed, and I wish you all the best for the contest. 7 Sandra
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Date: 6/10/2016 2:56:00 PM
I do so hope you enjoyed the read Sandra, thank you...
Date: 6/10/2016 3:38:00 AM
Very well written, great images served in good portions, the first two lines feel Unformatted , the word " can" is not necessary, leave " I sometimes" on the top line then drop the rest down .....this will emphasise your direction, and not let the power be diminished under the rest of the sentence....well done
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Anthony Mark
Date: 6/10/2016 5:27:00 PM
Reads smooth, well done once again.....
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Date: 6/10/2016 7:25:00 AM
Agreed, edit on my polish cloth, your skills may even rub off on one so humble as this lesser skilled student. Thank you Ian... for you to take the time to offer improvements I consider a compliment...
Date: 6/9/2016 6:18:00 PM
what a GREAT idea for this contest. I really like this. Sure hope I can be as clever!! (I think John will love this)
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Date: 6/9/2016 9:46:00 PM
Here We go again Andrea, odds are in the wrong direction. Thanks for the encouragement, as always...
Date: 6/9/2016 1:46:00 PM
- Beautiful memories .... beautiful music - Great written, good luck in the contest Charlie - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 6/9/2016 9:42:00 PM
I'm always delighted to know you've paid me a visit Anne-Lise, thank you...

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