Heretofore

The life, the lies, the heavenplace
In which we sole survive
Contain a bit of shame as well
As tiny beads of sweat.
There isn't much else to say
That hasn't already been heard.
Yet I hold you to each fashioning
Each posting; every word.
Do I dare hold open doors of genius
Only empires will abound.
Each time the art can hold its own
The world is homeward bound.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2006

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July 8, 2011 at 11:26 AM
I enjoyed reading your amazing poetry today Jan. I hope you have a wonderful weekend filled with good health, love, laughter, and loads of inspiration. Love, Carol
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June 23, 2010 at 9:22 AM
This is still one of my favorite poems written by you Jan. Love, Carol
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August 5, 2009 at 8:32 AM
I am reading my favorite poems today and just wanted to let you know this is still a favorite to me . Love, Carol
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