Docile Ghost

The tattered gown lay fixated
She let her steady gaze tail
The people in the electric box
East to west
West to east
Each way they went her eyes 
Were sure to go
From dawn to dust
And dust to dawn
All day long

It has come to stay
And be lord over men
Whose unguarded gaze
Defies intellect.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011


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Date: 10/24/2011 3:26:00 PM
OOOh, I love the ghosties. Love your twist with words eas & west and dawn to dust in those two lines, gives a special feeling to the verse.
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Date: 7/5/2011 10:57:00 AM
Intriguing piece, Ingibo. Yes, indeed. I think we should all treasure memories of past loves - so much better than negative feelings
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Date: 7/4/2011 12:19:00 PM
A very interesting poem. I liked the imagery.
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Date: 6/30/2011 10:45:00 PM
a very interesting title this one has, INgibo. Where are you from ,my friend?
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Date: 6/30/2011 2:06:00 PM
It was good to stop by again today and visit you Ingibo. God Bless, JB
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Date: 6/30/2011 11:44:00 AM
It has been a pleasure reading your poetry today Ingibo. I will be back again soon to read more. Hoping you find your soul filled with inspiration today and everyday and may your writing endeavors come to be. Love, Carol
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Date: 6/30/2011 10:11:00 AM
A piece of art - Kyle
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