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And Here We Are To My North Star

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Alan is my "Twin Flame". I had no clue what that was before we got together this last time. The reality is, we both have not had this sort of a relationship with anyone else. Its intense. It is also cathartic. He knows exactly what I am saying, and I understand him as well. He can say anything to me and vice versa. We are fortunate in that we don't struggle with each other. We have both owned our own issues. Maturity has brought a lot to the table.

What is a Twin Flame. I will leave you to do your own reading. Its a more specific sort of soul mate. Have fun reading. Its weird and wonderful stuff.

Our friendship has always been my North Star The guide to everything out there And when we lost touch I lost my compass I sealed the wound with fire And trudged on with desire Trying to recreate what we had The effortless close bond, over time becoming sad People did not meet me half way They did not grasp the world the same way And so a small boat adrift I was Alone bereft for me And that became my norm And a new me for a time was born I did not want to be close Relationships made me morose Pleasure was all I sought To dampen grief and doubt And that way I existed For a long time just sort of delisted Artimus born Few wants, no needs Completely free and no nervous energy It’s calm to withdraw To view life as a brawl that you no longer engage And then I hit tastes of want And it became need And I tried again And did not succeed So I settled and I slept Most of me to myself I kept And then once again you were here And well with joy I could interact without fear And so I started again to create And life is not over, it’s not to late And here we are And here we are to my North Star - Artimus (C) Susan Manley 8/21/23 for Alan

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Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 10/27/2023 3:46:00 PM

Wasn't familiar with the term "Twin Flame" so I'll do some research. You've beautifully described an evolving relationship. I appreciate the Artimus reference as you went on the 'hunt.' Nicely done, Susan. Enjoy your evening, Sara

Jeanette Brewin

Date: 10/27/2023 10:51:00 AM

A lovely poem. It is nice to feel so comfortable with someone. That is special. A brilliant description, "And when we lost touch, I lost my compass". Enjoyed reading this. Its a fav!!