This Soul of Words

There lies within me a passion, this undying passion that shall not surrender to me. 'Tis not the love of man nor beast, but of words; words that first caress then smother and engulf my inner being.  Oh the pain of these words!  Have I the gift that is merely bestowed upon the chosen few?  I must, for if I be found empty of this, I shall seek to possess it until my life be ended. Of this passion I ponder its beginning.  My pen fights to bring forth this eruption of eloquence, perhaps utter nonsense - but these words are mine.  They appear and reappear never to leave me. My tears have fallen in search of these words. My emotions linger only to enrage me and interrupt my dreams.  My heart hath bled words of love and sorrow, and yet this passion remains still.  I can’t ignore its loudness! This thundering loudness is more than I can bear!  I must possess this gift of words, but where? Will they be lost in my frustrations and truth (if I dare?)  Come forth my passion! Wrench free from my heart and spill onto my page that I might see what lies beneath my soul, this soul of words.

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Date: 10/28/2017 8:12:00 PM
Me to Gayle. Me to. Poetry has become a part of me. An escape.
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Date: 8/19/2017 1:12:00 PM
A baroque impassioned soliloquy, Gayle. Such creative force of prose flowing from your talented pen. Wonderful thoughts/feelings. Wonderful poetry. May love light your path always.
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Gayle Rodd
Date: 8/19/2017 3:15:00 PM
aww shucks! (blushing) ;p
Date: 5/22/2017 6:17:00 AM
Good Morning Gayle. This is lovely. I believe we all second and agree with your words and thoughts. We all strive for what you say. Writing whether poetry or prose comes from the heart and soul. Your entry here defines that concept. Well done completely. Enjoy the morning.
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Gayle Rodd
Date: 5/22/2017 7:05:00 AM
Thank you Lisa and you do the same :)
Date: 5/18/2017 11:32:00 AM
Beautifully written thoughts Gayle. You have expressed yourself nicely in this.
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Gayle Rodd
Date: 5/18/2017 11:48:00 AM
Thank you Chris. This is the end of one of my columns in my last book. It's kind of an 'afterthought'
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