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'beyond Captivity'

Deborah Johnson, Copyright 2018. I can't be sure what she said, but as we were walking... her bright' eyes were looking straight ahead. I looked at her, but I didn't say...'we can't do that anyway.' I recalled where I stood; maybe she can, but I never could. What can it be like to think free, thinking...far beyond what I see? I've never had the freedom to think free (...).Why? Oh!...because...I live, and was born... in captivity.

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Mahtab Bangalee

Date: 10/1/2018 12:27:00 AM

Behind, the rope! the magnet! the tie! the nexus of heart atom! or Before, the fire! the thorns layer! the indivisible circle!Oh! I'm snatched for middle of oval gall!- yet have to walk together for the next world of The Sun...../// nicely penned

Deborah Johnson
Date: 2/11/2024 7:07:00 AM

I too have felt victim of prejudice thinking; by believing your poem didn't address the idea of my poem. However, I was completely wrong in my thinking because your poem is on point without accusations of any group. Only those who have had similar walks and experiences would be able to understand. Your poetry depicts a sound mind and extreme talent. I am sorry to have taken this long to realize your talent and accuracy. A beautiful poem; by a most talented poetry. Peace be unto you alway, friend for life...from an old lady with a heart for Jesus of Nazareth.

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 9/4/2018 1:43:00 PM

I like the rhythm of you poetry.

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 7/24/2019 1:53:00 PM

I am looking forward to it. Have a nice day my friend.

Deborah Johnson
Date: 9/22/2018 9:12:00 PM

Thank you Darlene, soon I will clam down enough to meditate on some of your poetry writings....Smile.