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[title] => In The Mid' Of Night
[time] => 2006-02-19 01:41:16
[hometext] => during my waking hours... these words
[bodytext] => When stars persue their solemn flight
so often in the mid' of night,
a strain of music visits me
hushed in a moment... silvery-
such a rich and raptured sound it makes
that the very soul of silence aches
with longing for it's melody.
Like lovers in the distant dusk
of summer gardens, sweet as musk..
pouring blissful burden out..
the breaking joy... the dying doubt
...or voices over-flown with wine
while in the madness half divinely,
beating some broken tune about-
or maybe rude and rolling notes
that leave cajoling sailor's throats,
though hoarse with salty spray.. it be'
of many a nautical mile of sea-
as some light minded dreamer strays
late through their solitary days
and heeds the listening night for me-
For when the time those tones be heard,
the hearing slumbering soul is stirred:
as when a swiftly passing light
startles the shadows into light..
and one rememberance suddenly
spills through the melting melody...
so often in the mid' of night.
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[counter] => 509
[topic] => 60
[informant] => Man_On_High
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In The Mid' Of Night
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Man_On_High
on
Sunday, 19th February 2006 @ 01:41:16 AM in AEST
Topic:
insomniac
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When stars persue their solemn flight
so often in the mid' of night,
a strain of music visits me
hushed in a moment... silvery-
such a rich and raptured sound it makes
that the very soul of silence aches
with longing for it's melody.
Like lovers in the distant dusk
of summer gardens, sweet as musk..
pouring blissful burden out..
the breaking joy... the dying doubt
...or voices over-flown with wine
while in the madness half divinely,
beating some broken tune about-
or maybe rude and rolling notes
that leave cajoling sailor's throats,
though hoarse with salty spray.. it be'
of many a nautical mile of sea-
as some light minded dreamer strays
late through their solitary days
and heeds the listening night for me-
For when the time those tones be heard,
the hearing slumbering soul is stirred:
as when a swiftly passing light
startles the shadows into light..
and one rememberance suddenly
spills through the melting melody...
so often in the mid' of night.
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Man_On_High
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2006-02-19 01:41:16]
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Re: In The Mid' Of Night
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by Vampirequeen on
Sunday, 19th February 2006 @ 01:46:25 AM AEST
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wow this was awsome Billy.
You are a great poet.
hugs |
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Re: In The Mid' Of Night
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by MorningDove on
Sunday, 19th February 2006 @ 02:21:42 AM AEST
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That last verse touches me gently but very deeply for some reason. The line; "startles the shadows into light." seemed to sear and imprint upon my psyche. Not sure if it is closeted fear or rememberance or knowledge that it is just shadows looming as shadows tend to do. This write is amazing, as you are, my dear friend. Never let that ink dry.
Rita |
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Re: In The Mid' Of Night
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by Bohemian_with_a_pen on
Sunday, 19th February 2006 @ 03:34:20 AM AEST
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| brilliant, one of the most amazing poems i have read in a very long time. keep up the good work! |
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Re: In The Mid' Of Night
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by Jenni_K on
Sunday, 19th February 2006 @ 11:37:32 AM AEST
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Absolutely stunning.... well done, my friend..
Hugs
Jenni |
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Re: In The Mid' Of Night
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by Former_Member on
Sunday, 19th February 2006 @ 02:17:55 PM AEST
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The whole composition is just beautiful Billy. But the first stanza . . .
WOW!
Such a stirring of emotion here and how completely perfect
in it's delivery. This whole piece felt almost like a warm and
most delightful hug. Such a treasured gift, do you possess,
my dear friend. Never stop sharing it.
~Breezy |
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Re: In The Mid' Of Night
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by Former_Member on
Sunday, 19th February 2006 @ 03:25:26 PM AEST
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Sir, you have the essence of life and love within your soul, and it shines through this work of art.
Tender, gentle and peaceful. |
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Re: In The Mid' Of Night
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by Bohemianlikeu on
Sunday, 19th February 2006 @ 06:07:37 PM AEST
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| nice; very romantic |
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Re: In The Mid' Of Night
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by Eternal_Dreamer on
Sunday, 19th February 2006 @ 10:33:35 PM AEST
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My sweet friend, Billy,
you stir up deep emotions
with this absolutely
flawless write. Tender, sweet
poetic verses that touch
ones soul. Your magical poetic masterpieces always
leave ur irreplaceable imprints
in my heart my dear friend.
Your words are never forced,
always well choosen, well thought
of, the flow and rhyme sensational.
You are second to none dearest Billy.
I know I always repeat myself, but
you are in a league of ur own.
Talent with sheer perfection.
Shine on my dear friend.
*with love, warm hugs and big smiles for u*
~sue~ |
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Re: In The Mid' Of Night
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by Former_Member on
Sunday, 19th February 2006 @ 10:38:33 PM AEST
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| So lyrical and it just happens to go with the song I'm listening to. The third and fourth lines especially moving for some reason, but many of the words you've chosen hold so much meaning - it's a very "drifting off to nostalgia" kind of a poem. Excellent work. J. |
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Re: In The Mid' Of Night
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by Former_Member on
Monday, 20th February 2006 @ 08:01:01 AM AEST
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| very nice ring to the ear ty. lovely |
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Re: In The Mid' Of Night
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by brew on
Monday, 20th February 2006 @ 08:51:31 AM AEST
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Sit back and think....
You have set the mood, of remissining, on "all"
Always a pleasure, to AWE on one of your beautiful creations. The last stanza was amazing. Sent chills in me, as I read.
Always
Brew~ |
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Re: In The Mid' Of Night
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by Lancaster on
Wednesday, 22nd February 2006 @ 11:02:22 AM AEST
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"maybe rude and rolling notes
that leave cajoling sailor's throats,
your words extend feelings to be borrowed from the page...as the reader is so moved, he can no longer choose one direction (or one feeling) in reading the poem.
great writing
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Re: In The Mid' Of Night
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by wizard on
Tuesday, 28th February 2006 @ 02:16:37 PM AEST
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hey bro..not quite sure how i've managed to miss all of these new writes of yours...(actually, i do..my new schedule and all).
but i'm glad to see that you've been posting again...this, of course is a boon to all.
a great write this is, very poe-esque..he'd be proud..and envious...as am i.
wiz
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