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Arthurs Moon

Fell out of a limousine Drunk out of mind Spoiled Filthy rich Child In time He loved All his toys Then a woman Showed him other joys Sweet, just close your eyes On champagne dreams Wearing butlers shined black laced shoes Away they went From here to the moon In love, their passion heaven sent Taking the train ride of ones life Bubble baths, there is no more strife Pleasures surround you everywhere Magical is the feeling of loves truthful desires Falling in, like two young doves New York City bombed Devastation lingers in the air No more love stories Only dead widows and widowers As infants tears fall on rainy graves Now I, Arthur Alone Cringe Staring out my window

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Date: 11/21/2017 5:57:00 PM
I was laughing at the little man until reality bit.
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Date: 11/20/2017 7:43:00 PM
Such a beautifully expressed poem arthur. Your last stanza was completely heartfelt and heartbreaking... A very emotional write, creatively conveyed highs and lows to the moon and back.. Excellent!
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Date: 11/19/2017 11:56:00 PM
A very moving read Arthur. The last verse is so sad and gripping yet very creative. Excellently penned!
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Date: 11/19/2017 8:20:00 PM
Between the moon and New York City there is love and tears...A poignant ending to this lyrical piece Arthur
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Date: 11/19/2017 6:58:00 PM
A masterful write from the Master of Verse! Very insightful, Arthur. Glad you enjoyed Fill 'er Up Boys - best to you - Bob
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Date: 11/19/2017 4:38:00 PM
Such a touching poem Arthur, I had a huge lump in my throat at the end of the poem. I love the music by Christopher Cross :-) hugs jan xx
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 11/19/2017 4:47:00 PM
Yes I love his music too! :) thanks
Date: 11/19/2017 3:22:00 PM
A remarkable poem that lifted me up light a kite, only to fall down again against all expectations. Regards // paul
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 11/19/2017 4:47:00 PM
Thanks Paul, yes I sure added a twist.
Date: 11/19/2017 2:02:00 PM
i saw this movie on cable and your creative sensibility makes this poem memorable!... did you watch part 2, arthur?.. huggs
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 11/19/2017 4:46:00 PM
No I haven't seen part 2, I will have to check into that! Thanks!
Date: 11/19/2017 12:44:00 PM
- We all look the same moon ... I often write some words on the moon ... read them ... and then leave a few words back ... - A deep and sad writing, dear friend - New York City, lacking colors, fresh air, birdsong and the silence of nature - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 11/19/2017 4:46:00 PM
Thanks Anne-Lise!! :)
Date: 11/19/2017 11:37:00 AM
A sad ending to quite the affair
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 11/19/2017 4:45:00 PM
Indeed. :)
Date: 11/19/2017 8:10:00 AM
I can sense deep sadness between the lines of the final stanza, Arthur, a story poem that touches the heart:)
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 11/19/2017 4:44:00 PM
Thank you Jo! :)
Date: 11/19/2017 5:56:00 AM
Wow, the power behind your words is awesome my friend! This is a truly fantastic and massively sorrowful poem Arthur! The moon can express many things, it witnesses a lot of pain and heartache as well as joy and tribulation! I just loved the way you wrote this poem, so full of enigmatic sadness and richness of times decay! What a grandiose piece, Great Work!!
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 11/19/2017 4:44:00 PM
Thanks Russell, much appreciated.

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