Parallel Paradigm

What flickers of kindred spirit shone through,
To illuminate the caves of my mind?
What common tortures was I sure I’d find?
Which were the words that echoed such a clue,
That my dark demons were the same you knew?
Does fate hold purpose for these ties that bind?
I know that you help these nightmares unwind,
And that greater strength is forged between two.

Know that I have always loved you dearly,
That our two hearts share the same cuts and scars.
Our words give away more than we intend,
Though, I doubt I state those last words clearly.
We may try to hide behind locks and bars,
But reveal our soul to our truest friend ~

Copyright © | Year Posted 2008



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Date: 11/15/2008 12:15:00 PM
Me again..glad to hear from you and yes you were right..it was about a fox that lives in our neighborhood. Wish I could have you for a Thanksgiving feast..the more at the table the better..maybe some day. BG
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Date: 11/14/2008 4:00:00 PM
You write with such a loving heart. ..Sometimes you make us jelous with this true expression of your feelings. BG
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Date: 11/14/2008 3:35:00 PM
Excellent piece, this is a very touching poem, I enjoyed it. You’re the funnel that puts introspection into verse...Raul
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Date: 11/14/2008 9:36:00 AM
Deep, well thought out and excellently structured Nigel. Loved it !
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Date: 11/14/2008 8:13:00 AM
great work. john h loving iii
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Date: 11/14/2008 7:36:00 AM
Hmm...sense something brewing here. Oh yes, a beautiful friendship perhaps. Absolutely gorgeous Sonnet. Love, Shar
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