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A festered quelling of song Tasting broths of ritualistic intent Evermore Nevermore Can epiphany’s silent facade Hold me down Ever Again A war of hellos Goodbyes I miss you “Please, come Home” The laughable oddity, I’ve always been here. They say home is where the heart is. Yet, it soars thru Heaven’s misunderstandings. With many peculiar eyes Tearing in humbled curiosities And placated heat strokes Unable to fathom my reach for tomorrow’s message Life lessons, tuition free, Unto serenity Unto serenity, I awaken into a catharsis for the colors of song Rather than the backhanded colors of skin Because our finite heartbeats consist of one rhythm, One skip One shade … Yet, the time has come, for this heart To muster up oxygenated infernos Before I pave incipient paths Less traveled Warning Warning … Warning ©Drake J. Eszes – 5/8/2014 (I of III) “Now something…has kept me here too long. But, they can’t leave me, if I’m already gone.” –R.A.

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Date: 4/4/2016 3:16:00 AM
"I awaken into a catharsis for the colors of song Rather than the backhanded colors of skin" ... Ouch! This really hit hard with it's message. There's the whole universe on the inside, but people spend so much time examining the surface area. You sure leave me hanging with your last three words (have you considered becoming one of those authors that write mile long fantasy series? LOL) ... WARNING ... what's gonna happen?
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Date: 8/4/2014 2:03:00 PM
I really like this, very intriguing 5th stanza. Great write!
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Date: 7/23/2014 10:00:00 AM
Good morning Drake, a beautiful and mesmerizing write. I was rapt by every line. I hope your day is filled with sweetness. Hugs
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Sarai Virden
Date: 7/23/2014 11:54:00 AM
Quite wonderful these days Drake! I finally met the man I will marry. I became engaged just recently. Am in the process of buying a small ranch so life has been a bit on the busy side. I'm hoping the heartaches are over, but still have plenty of inspiration from the journey left behind. Hugs to you dear one XOXOX
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Poet Tacito
Date: 7/23/2014 10:42:00 AM
Holy crap, hey Sarai! How awesome to see you around! How have you been? Thank you so very much! It's great to see you!
Date: 7/21/2014 8:21:00 AM
What a fantastic ride. Love the Heartbeats... stanza. A great read mate, what a pleasure.
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Date: 7/22/2014 6:36:00 PM
Scott, that's kind of you sir! Thank you so much! :) Cheers!
Date: 6/11/2014 9:13:00 PM
I anxiously await my friend. It was good to have a visit. By the way you wanted me to let you know when my book was available. It is now available as both an ebook and paperback. Let me know if you would like a copy.
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Poet Tacito
Date: 7/17/2014 12:11:00 AM
I want a copy! I'll Soupmail you back soon on it! :)
Date: 6/11/2014 5:18:00 PM
My favorite lines: Unto serenity, I awaken into a catharsis for the colors of song Rather than the backhanded colors of skin Because our finite heartbeats consist of one rhythm, One skip One shade.....you get it! love this one
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Poet Tacito
Date: 7/17/2014 12:11:00 AM
Yes, indeed!!! :) Thank you so much, Kira! Your name is charming. I like!
Date: 6/1/2014 8:41:00 AM
drake.. am here even if my days are nights and vice versa.... saved by an emergency room and oxygen of a busy life... beautiful!.. how are you?.. huggs
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Date: 6/11/2014 3:52:00 PM
Miss you, Nette. Lets Skype it soon. I'm good here. Life is better than the Internet. So, I'm ok with this...
Date: 5/28/2014 8:47:00 PM
Hello Drake; Just letting you know that you are not forgotten. This is a great poem. Life teaches us many lessons. My Dad always said - If you don't take our advice - Life will give you a lesson, you won't forget. I am still not well , but I'm breathing, with oxygen. Blessings... Lucilla
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Date: 6/11/2014 3:51:00 PM
You aren't forgotten either. I hope you're doing better. Big hug!
Date: 5/26/2014 7:54:00 AM
Good morning Drake, I'm going through withdrawal I need a nee Drake poem buddy.
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Date: 6/11/2014 3:51:00 PM
Hey Richard. It's been awhile, yeah. :( Sorry. Life has been eventful in a much more positive light, overall, than what how the Internet is. You're missed sir. I will have something posted soon enough.
Date: 5/19/2014 9:54:00 AM
Hello Drake...I'm late in finding your most recent poem...and after reading it more than once..., I seem to want to weave it into my own meaning..because, as you always do, you can make your words relatable..to those of us, who wage the war against ourselves, our own thoughts, mistakes,decisions, actions, or those of others.This is one of those poems, where your "war" of words, doesn't have to be ours to understand.That is a gift of poetry we often attempt to give others..which you succeed to do
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Date: 5/21/2014 12:33:00 AM
That's all I can try to do here. You're so damn kind, Carrie. You capture the roots of my writing so well. Color me grateful!!!! HUGE HUG!!!!!!!!!
Date: 5/13/2014 9:35:00 AM
For me the "oxygenated infernos" resonated with me. Without oxygen a fire cannot burn, you have filled my lungs with air and I am now exhaling the fire of your brilliance.
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Date: 5/21/2014 12:30:00 AM
Sorry on the delayed response. Life has been keeping me entertained. That said, you're quite right on this. Breathe deep, my good man, Richard. Thanks so much! :)
Date: 5/10/2014 12:40:00 PM
Hope your tomorrows are what your heart desires!
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Poet Tacito
Date: 5/11/2014 8:46:00 AM
They already are. :)
Date: 5/10/2014 3:05:00 AM
"Unto serenity, I awaken into a catharsis for the colors of song Rather than the backhanded colors of skin" Those are my favorite lines!! Looking forward for more. Thanks for sharing Drake..: ) Always, Laura
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Date: 5/11/2014 8:46:00 AM
Yes, that was one of those "goosebump" lines for me when it came to mind. :) Thank you so much, Laura!
Date: 5/10/2014 3:00:00 AM
It's Friday night and I am so done with school!! -perfect time to sit and take my time reading some amazing poetry. These feelings are so colorfully expressed. There is a dark strength in these words.. and that ominous warning...about to enter the unknown- tomorrow! The weight of today's rituals should not hold you back from what tomorrow holds. Something new is coming, I feel. -
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Poet Tacito
Date: 5/11/2014 8:43:00 AM
LAURA! YAY! Yes, you've definitely earned it! :) And, also, I agree with you here. Very much so.
Date: 5/9/2014 3:47:00 PM
drake!..i imagine you slowly waning like a candle wax yet keeping the fire aglow because you want to live, stay on no matter what... delirious write that says, " i want to be here still!".. been a while!.. hope you are good!.. huggs
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Date: 5/9/2014 3:53:00 PM
NETTE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! So, when are you flying to Cali so I can get a pic with you at a coffee lounge?? ;-) But, truly, thank you..."delirious write"...I can dig it. I'm great, thankfully. I'm very glad to see you are too. Thank you so much!
Date: 5/9/2014 3:15:00 PM
Those paths less travelled are those paths I love to travel to Drake..'Because our infinite heartbeats consist of one rhytm,one skip,one shade'..Isnt that deep?So much to ponder about in each verse...An amazing post Drake.It feels so great to read 'you` again.
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Date: 5/9/2014 3:52:00 PM
I knew you & I would get along just fine. :) HUGE HUG! It's great to see you around. You've been missed, Charmaine! Thank you so much!
Date: 5/9/2014 7:15:00 AM
Awesome.. I love the line "Yet it soars through Heavens misunderstanding"- did you mean to write this as a deeply introspective poem? It definitely comes across that way .Xx~Xx
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Date: 5/9/2014 8:40:00 AM
Hey Kim! :) I did, yes. There are approaching changes in the mist here for me. 1 of my final 3 here on the Soup. I very much appreciate you being here! :) Have a great weekend!
Date: 5/9/2014 6:53:00 AM
Drake this poems amazing write.. you speak directly to my heart.. wonderful writing with such emotion of life... thank you for visiting my poem and leaving a wonderful comment.. hugs Brooke
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Poet Tacito
Date: 5/9/2014 8:37:00 AM
Hi Brooke, I'm very glad it does! I'm all about trying to relate to others. Life has given me enough experience, so far, to be able to do this. Many thanks to you!
Date: 5/9/2014 4:39:00 AM
This is a beautiful piece Drake. Wow, first commenter! Are life lessons really ever tuition free? Lol. Hope your day is filled to the brim with "Happy"
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Poet Tacito
Date: 5/9/2014 8:35:00 AM
Holy crap, hey Sarai! :) It's been awhile! They are, but other things can bare the price. Depends on what we take from it. Thank you so much!

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