Blessed Quietness, What

this quietness i have presently
it's not a form of deafness
an absence of sound all around
everything quiet not a sound
silence a hum no beat of a drum
no bumps or squeaks no vibrations
stillness unmoved music ungrooved
this nothingness created by sound
it's lights darkness and scentless air
it's reaching to feel yet nothing is there
a tasteless void that leaves me annoid
an empty barren collection of sences
living alone i don't hear a phone
or answer friendly letters
nobody calls or cares if i fall
and find that my heart has been shattered
this numbing void was hard to avoid
it came little by little each day
what ever happened i don't know
just one by one noises went away
i long to hear the screams of children
i moved so far away from
i miss the shouting of restless teens
that misguided generation
i wish for once i'd married
when i had the chance
my long long search for peace and quiet
has come to a terrible end
if i could do it all again
and have just one more chance
id cherish all the noises
and would have kept one good friend
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Fraser Avatar
January 6, 2011 at 11:13 AM
Many congratulations John, on your win in Paula's contest >> James
Brown Avatar
January 5, 2011 at 10:11 AM
Congratulations on your win John iii in the "Breathe in the silence" contest by Paula Swanson. Love, Carol
Kendrick Avatar
January 3, 2011 at 3:12 PM
Congratulations on your win...Sara
Neels Avatar
January 3, 2011 at 7:43 AM
A beautiful write John.. Congratulations to you on your success in the contest ;-)
Laan Avatar
January 3, 2011 at 3:41 AM
John, Thank you for commenting on my haiku, I am no expert, just trying to put the words together and enjoying it. This is a beautiful poem on silence, wonderfully crafted, well done!
Mannan Avatar
January 2, 2011 at 8:41 PM
An amazing write dear John. Many congratulations for this win.
Haick Avatar
January 2, 2011 at 5:12 PM
Congratulations on your deserving win in the contest, John! Always, Audrey
Poet Avatar
January 2, 2011 at 7:10 AM
Congratulations john on your well deserved win!
Mehta Avatar
January 2, 2011 at 2:42 AM
Congratulations on this well deserved win in the contest of Paula, john
Devonshire Avatar
January 1, 2011 at 10:00 PM
It was great talking to you today, John, and I'm so pleased to see your poem in the winners' circle. Congratulations! Love, Carolyn
Johnson Avatar
January 1, 2011 at 9:21 PM
I wonder if every hermit does not find the silence to loud to bear in the end. Great poem John. Congratulations. Love, Joye
Sweetheart Avatar
January 1, 2011 at 8:29 PM
Congrats John on your winning poem in the Silence contest with this incredible entry my friend.. enjoy with luv this first day of 2011...
Kendrick Avatar
January 1, 2011 at 11:38 AM
Good one for the entry in the contest..Good luck..Reads like a winner to me..Your presence at my work delighted my spirit.I have heard of the Red Cardinals ball team but I don't even know what sport that they play..Sara
Devonshire Avatar
January 1, 2011 at 10:52 AM
So profound, so beautiful. My words cannot express the way this has made me feel. I will call instead. Love, Carolyn
Onclaud Avatar
January 1, 2011 at 2:42 AM
i wish you great pomises bestowed, jonh.. a very touching piece.. beautiful!!
Chachere Avatar
December 31, 2010 at 4:30 PM
quietness can be an everlasting peace.. if thats how you want it to be. ~Always&Forever Lynette
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December 31, 2010 at 9:32 AM
they say be careful what you wish for because there are two sides to every story. John from my heart to yours I wish you happiness, love and joy for the NEW YEAR . Have a great evening and will talk to you in the new year. God bless you friend. Phyl
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December 30, 2010 at 5:11 PM
Mighty deep John, missing U 2day,,, how R U.. I had such a long day... I need what you are blessed with,, and i don't mean it in a bad way... always,..p.d.
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December 29, 2010 at 4:20 PM
this silence is deafening...be careful what you wish for...
Haick Avatar
December 29, 2010 at 12:54 PM
I am wowed by this instrospective piece, John. Good luck in the contest even though I feel it's already a winner! Knowing this Christmas must have been hard, my prayers and God's blessings remain with you always. May 2011 bring you much peace, joy and happiness. Love, Audrey
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December 29, 2010 at 12:18 PM
There are two sides to what we wish for and what we may regret..... said so well in your poem, John! Introspective and thoughtful! Good luck in the contest! ~ Carrie
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