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Diamond In the Rough

Diamond in the rough Skyline, makes me hot like a fevered owl, As light languishes in my murky puddle Like a furious flea made of phosphorous And indecision. My indecision. Like sad gray lenses over my pupils; my heart's pulse, From which sacred energy rains down on us Like the quarreling feathers from above. And all through, too... The birds, we birds, flutter and fret our way... Keep busy, make busy, we'll all have a laugh one day. One day, we'll all know the joke at the exact same time And our spastic wings will fold as we stand adjacent to our greater spirit. Our diamonds out of the rough, Us, climbing out of sand.

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Date: 1/6/2010 3:08:00 AM
Congratulations, Matt. You have made it through the first round of judging for Poetrysoup October 13, 2009 poetry contest with your thought provoking poem, "Diamond in the Rough". It leads us to self-evaluation through your imaginative style and imagery. 2009 was a successful year of poetry for you. I come, now, wishing you continued success in your writing endeavors throughout 2010 and for many years to come. God be with you. Lovingly, Dane Ann
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Date: 12/22/2009 11:06:00 AM
Congratulations on being a first round survivor with two poems and the best to you in the finals Matt. I wish you the best in your writing endeavors in 2010 whatever they may be. Love, Carol
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Date: 12/21/2009 10:04:00 PM
Dear Matt, Congratulations on both sensational entries making it through the first round and best wishes on advancing to the finals. Lainie
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Date: 12/21/2009 2:04:00 PM
very profound write & congrad's! Light & Love
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Date: 12/21/2009 8:26:00 AM
Congrats on your poem winning the first round of PS contest!! Very well deserved, enjoyed reading your wonderful poetry. Here’s wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!! May 2010 be your best year ever! Love Light Patty
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Date: 12/20/2009 5:31:00 PM
Nice use of imagery for a thought provoking poem. Congratulations on having two poems make it to the finals. Good luck in the next round. Karen
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Date: 12/20/2009 2:57:00 PM
A thought-provoking poem, I liked how you related it with birds--congrats again with your poems, Matt :)
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Date: 12/20/2009 1:04:00 PM
Congratulations on moving to the next round with this great poem, Matt! Wishing you joy and happiness in the New Year, love, Carolyn
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Date: 12/20/2009 9:36:00 AM
Many congratulations on reaching the second round with your fine poem >> James
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Date: 6/11/2009 2:05:00 AM
Thanx on your honorable mention for my poem.I enjoyed your contest x!Love this one-Is Original:) hope you the best on the contest!
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Date: 5/29/2009 7:16:00 PM
Wow...this is so complex and intriguing....great original take on the contest! Good luck Matt!
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Date: 5/29/2009 5:53:00 PM
Love the metamorphasis of the "diamond" in this poem! Very interesting and original etry for the contest. Best wishes for success, Matt! Love, Carolyn
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Date: 5/29/2009 4:29:00 PM
thanks for supporting my contest. Nate
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Date: 5/29/2009 3:48:00 PM
Good luck in the competition
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