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Empty Halls of Blank

. Oh the many souls who stagger through the empty halls of blank some in frantic panic whom see the flames and often sink Yet some stagger with saunter yes they mosey as across the promenade addressing queries of that early bird's chant and of farm girls whose hearts have beat Through the empty halls of blank bringing dreams and visions and pictures and songs with pen and slip the poet smiles drawn with lisp

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Date: 5/13/2012 10:50:00 PM
James, Stopping by to wish you a beautiful Happy Mothers Day :-D I'm hoping God will hear my wishes and send my love too find many mothers in good health, and I pray he continues to give my mother the strength to fight everything her body is battling with right now, God bless~ xoxoxo PD
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Date: 1/25/2012 4:48:00 PM
I see confused lost souls wandering through your poem. Reflects much of the reality of today. You have a grip on anything you write about!
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Date: 11/20/2011 5:30:00 PM
Awesome choice of words - they make the poem come alive. Very interesting one indeed. Always, Laura
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Date: 6/5/2011 11:22:00 AM
James once again I am stunt.. Love the interpretation of us drawing blank and staring at nothingness.. Somehow we draw gems from these moments at times, like you did with this one ;) hope your weekend is a great one, love Wilma
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James Peranteau
Date: 6/1/2021 10:25:00 PM
*winks....a belated ty dear poet...much love, james
Date: 6/4/2011 3:17:00 PM
Dear James, what a fabulous write about the inspiration that emerges to replace the "empty hals of blank" pages for poets. I've missed you, my friend. Returned Thursday night from my fishing trip and had a blast. Photos posted in blog. I often send you emails but never get replies. Guess you and Noah are busy getting ready for summer. You are mentioned in the poem I posted today. Love and blessings, Carolyn
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Date: 6/2/2011 1:11:00 PM
feeling the vibe on this one James .. creative artists experience the same premise as your lines indicate at times.. but when that rare beauty emerges..watch out luv.. it is potent.. another goodie luv..
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Date: 6/2/2011 12:16:00 PM
Hi James- A mighty lyrical piece full of ideas for a poet who draws blank....the ending is so sweet with the poet smiles--drawn with lisp. Nice stuff here, James Gwendolen
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James Peranteau
Date: 6/1/2021 10:23:00 PM
Ty dear poet....much love, james
Date: 6/1/2011 11:19:00 PM
I love reading your poetry;very inspiring! ~Laura
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James Peranteau
Date: 6/1/2021 10:22:00 PM
Ty dear poet, a belated ty 2a gifted soul....much love, james
Date: 5/31/2011 9:08:00 PM
oh, i did this " lazy muse rests" here on soup and i can so relate, james!! keep that gold ink dripping.. love this one!! :) huggs, nette
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Date: 5/31/2011 4:51:00 PM
really enjoyed this most creative piece of fine poetry.
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Date: 5/31/2011 12:22:00 PM
Yes, dear James, I have staggered many a time, when the flame is illusive, only imagining, tongue in cheek. My poems must be read with a lisp mainly because my head is so stopped up with the fever. Well, what the hell - I gave it a good try. Love, daver
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Date: 5/31/2011 7:24:00 AM
I totally agree with Carrie on this excellent write. Thank you for your comments on the 60's wonderful, memorable era to grow up in. I know things seemed simpler back then and have seen poems posted relating back to then. Yes this young one enjoyed that era. Have a nice day. love phyl
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Date: 5/31/2011 3:25:00 AM
Painted pictures that speak to each person differently..Enjoyed reading this morn..Your visit was uplifting...Sara...The prom dress was beautiful sky blue trimmed in white..The blue matched her eyes..She was a beautiful prom date..
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Date: 5/31/2011 2:15:00 AM
I love the thought of the poet,i always did,and am glad to make it here,miss you all james,and hugs to Noah.. Hope you're fine dear.
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Date: 5/30/2011 7:07:00 PM
Too often lately, my muse is that hallway...white walls and so blank....and yes...the panic does set in. It's like a dream of being back in school..lost and wandering around...and feels as if it is lost forever. Then, something will spark that fire...at least for a moment! Gosh...you have nailed it with this introspective poem!!
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Date: 5/30/2011 3:09:00 PM
I like especially the last stanza. pictuesque culmination for the object of the poem. Well painted picture of the poet, James
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