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Conflicting Desires:

Arising in me 
are the voices
of two different
worlds.

One calls for  closeness_____
with
its rise of 
passion and gentle decline.

The other calls for 
distance
without voices clamoring
for attention.

Ears that are yet
weary of
human sounds
and physical closeness.

Distancing from vespers,
It calls up pain________
not understanding____to
weary to ask.

Just needing space 
to heal, 
Space that honors
what is!

Copyright © Alden Sproull | Year Posted 2008

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Date: 11/24/2008 8:54:00 AM

Thanks Keith for your comment but the dynamic of the poem is more profound than an earthly relationship.
Date: 11/24/2008 8:32:00 AM

An age old dilemma captured brilliantly! Women... ya can't live with 'em and you can't kill 'em! Sometimes peace and quiet is the best remedy. Well done my friend!! Best wishes, Keith

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