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[title] => In Silence
[time] => 2005-02-26 17:41:55
[hometext] => Penning a few more thoughts. I've time for a bit of thinking these days, and more of it is finding expression in verse than usual with me. Which I certainly won't be complaining about.
[bodytext] => A setting sun hails another day
Passed beyond me on western wings
Leaving only thoughts and memories
Of indifferent use to the mind.
But now I walk in times of quiet
And many more things reveal themselves
As the heart turns to reflection
Than I heard pursuing other paths.
I have come to value the silence
For it makes memories into wisdom
And makes us at home with ourselves -
And we know so little of our own hearts.
Some say that truly living is flying
On wings of romance or adventurous seas
I wonder, do they know life in their hearts
Or only a feeling like it?
Is life a charm that eludes us
To be caught by those who may?
Can it be found and savored
Only to be lost again when the wind blows?
I for one purpose to listen
For more is to be found in understanding
Than in following after fleeting joys
While destiny goes unfulfilled.
A setting sun hails another day
Passed beyond me on western wings
Leaving only everything of value
That a discerning heart might hold.
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In Silence
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fionndruinne
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Saturday, 26th February 2005 @ 05:41:55 PM in AEST
Topic:
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A setting sun hails another day
Passed beyond me on western wings
Leaving only thoughts and memories
Of indifferent use to the mind.
But now I walk in times of quiet
And many more things reveal themselves
As the heart turns to reflection
Than I heard pursuing other paths.
I have come to value the silence
For it makes memories into wisdom
And makes us at home with ourselves -
And we know so little of our own hearts.
Some say that truly living is flying
On wings of romance or adventurous seas
I wonder, do they know life in their hearts
Or only a feeling like it?
Is life a charm that eludes us
To be caught by those who may?
Can it be found and savored
Only to be lost again when the wind blows?
I for one purpose to listen
For more is to be found in understanding
Than in following after fleeting joys
While destiny goes unfulfilled.
A setting sun hails another day
Passed beyond me on western wings
Leaving only everything of value
That a discerning heart might hold.
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fionndruinne
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Re: In Silence
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by Former_Member on
Saturday, 26th February 2005 @ 06:06:14 PM AEST
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| lovely sentiments - well expressed. |
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by Daniels_Princess on
Saturday, 26th February 2005 @ 06:15:51 PM AEST
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| The thoughts here are beautiful, and the way you captured them are that even more so..excellent write |
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by reprobate on
Saturday, 26th February 2005 @ 06:32:55 PM AEST
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'and we know so little of own hearts' i think i found anound topic to belabor with my pencil.
beautiful musing.
thanks for sharing |
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by Necromant on
Saturday, 26th February 2005 @ 07:07:50 PM AEST
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A poem that makes you want to stop and think. Very well expressed.
Anne |
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by faith_my_eyes on
Saturday, 26th February 2005 @ 07:59:54 PM AEST
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"I for one purpose to listen
For more is to be found in understanding
Than in following after fleeting joys
While destiny goes unfulfilled."
Thou spaket truth in the preceeding line. Well done.
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Re: In Silence
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by juliette on
Saturday, 26th February 2005 @ 09:57:36 PM AEST
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Lately it is hard to impress me with the love of my life - words - LOL.
You have managed to do just that.
This is thought provoking, sentimental but strong, an all around awesome piece of work!
I long to read more of your work!
Thanks for sharing!
*juliette* |
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Re: In Silence
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by blowfish_jane on
Sunday, 27th February 2005 @ 06:23:27 AM AEST
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Andrew this was breathtaking, a very profound write.
Well done.
Jane @)---- |
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by pixie on
Sunday, 27th February 2005 @ 08:05:52 AM AEST
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powerful and breath taking, very good work
pix xx |
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by Stitch on
Sunday, 27th February 2005 @ 09:01:54 AM AEST
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This is major, Andrew. I mean, it's got to be the most moving thing of yours I have ever read. You continually amaze me with the wisdom you have in one so young.
I have come to value the silence
For it makes memories into wisdom
These lines stopped me in my tracks, but the ones about understanding the difference between romance and adventure and what is really life and waiting on God to reveal it were awesome as well.
I tripped only once on the "than" at the end of the second stanza. Not sure how you might change it, but it didn't flow just right for me.
I really liked this.
Stitch
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Re: In Silence
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by liquidsunshine on
Sunday, 27th February 2005 @ 03:56:33 PM AEST
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I don't even know where to begin with praise for this brilliance. This is magnificent. I adore it!
I can relate it to myself, it inspires me to think along the same lines, I can picture you and your mountains and green canopy walking along in the sunset...
~sigh~
You've done it again, my brilliant pal.
Lots of love and peace be with you,
Your fan,
Chelsea |
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Re: In Silence
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by Les4567 on
Sunday, 27th February 2005 @ 07:55:06 PM AEST
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I have no words to describe this poem. It is truly amazing. You have true talent. I wish someday i can write as beautifully as you. Thank you so much for sharing. I loved it !!!!!!
~Leslie |
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Re: In Silence
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by Tanmaya on
Wednesday, 2nd March 2005 @ 02:51:11 AM AEST
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I personally feel this is one of the best poems among all of yours.
The wisdom in these words shines through brilliantly. What you've grasped and captured in these lines is something of great value, and something hard to capture.
Very inspiring and outstanding.
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Re: In Silence
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by Former_Member on
Friday, 4th March 2005 @ 05:44:44 PM AEST
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this is a well written piece, and oh! how i too value the silence. Excellent.
Johnny. |
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Re: In Silence
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by bobotheclown on
Monday, 7th March 2005 @ 06:46:45 PM AEST
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Thnx for your comment on my poem Andrew
I really should read more of your poems, but
they are to deep for me lol. Really good poem
up there though.
"I have come to value the silence
For it makes memories into wisdom"
Really good stuff there bro.
Bobo (Joel) |
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Re: In Silence
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by lostinmyself on
Friday, 11th March 2005 @ 10:24:19 AM AEST
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You know.. I could see you in this, it was odd. In my minds eye I saw you, upon a hilltop, just staring.
This is very peaceful... Almost calming, to me at least.
Thankyou for sharing this, Andrew, it is one of your best, I think.
Phil xxx
(Who also values the silence) |
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Re: In Silence
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by reflections on
Saturday, 26th March 2005 @ 07:14:10 PM AEST
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The human heart tugs, pulls, and leads it’s owner to magical places where the mind, surveys, arranges, and charts paths for the being within to follow. The soul rejoices at each proper path pursued. All in all, life is every bit as beautiful as your poem. It always reflects the magnificence of spirit in those, who in silence, ponder the path before them before stepping into the unknown. You are quite a talented young man.
John
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Re: In Silence
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by eatfresh22 on
Sunday, 27th March 2005 @ 07:51:23 PM AEST
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From one who has just fallen from the fleeting wings of love, this poem seems encouraging and wickedly true. Actually, I guess I knew that all along, and I've always taken pleasure in silence also. Hard to find it sometimes in this atmosphere, but I guess now you can understand. Encouraging for me to read your musical words, Andrew. I'm so glad that you are writing.
~Carrie~ |
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by Kie on
Tuesday, 29th March 2005 @ 07:30:07 PM AEST
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Although strange I keep choosing the poems I have read already of yours and just as I am about to leave a comment I see my previous comment.
The words and meaning are beautiful.
I wonder if life is known in our hearts as well. Do we live thru dreams or do we live.
Pondering away, as usual.
Great poem.
Kie |
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by freckle on
Monday, 18th April 2005 @ 09:45:16 PM AEST
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Really nice write. Yes, when day is done...there is much to ponder....I really liked these lines:
A setting sun hails another day
Passed beyond me on western wings
Just beautiful imagery.
Carol |
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by Wachumiri on
Monday, 2nd May 2005 @ 11:00:24 PM AEST
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Yes, yes fine poetry and all, now,
LETS HAVE SOME PIZZA!
Yeah, David |
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Re: In Silence
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by Former_Member on
Monday, 11th July 2005 @ 03:34:07 AM AEST
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wow.. this is easily one of your best andrew, and definately my favorite that ive read. its amazing how sometimes something in someone elses life corresponds directly to something in our own.. its confermation. God works mysteriously that way. anyway, beyond this poem being just the thing ive needed to read, message wise, its a wonderful, heartfelt and skillfully written peice. very high quality, well polished, as usual from you. and it is something of importance that you speak of, to everyone.. both those caught up in their business (or busy-ness), needing to pause and reflect.. but also those who have done that already. there is no limit to the mysteries God can whisper to those willing to wait on Him. Hes so infinate.. both important, and a pleasure to fellowship with. anyway, thank you for sharing this one. i think i might print a copy, if you dont mind...
peace,
joshua |
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by Archie on
Saturday, 17th September 2005 @ 11:18:53 AM AEST
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| This is good. I always leave very inspired after reading on of your poems. You have all the elements: life and the state of the heart, choice hidden in reflection and joy found in simplicity. This is a very worthy write for being in a book but much more for the heart that can be immitated. |
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by candysears on
Monday, 7th November 2005 @ 06:42:26 PM AEST
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A brilliant write...One would have to enjoy and appreciate this poem...
You are very talented...I have read many of your writes and i must say they are very good,in fact excellent..
God Bless! |
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by Former_Member on
Tuesday, 4th April 2006 @ 10:22:02 PM AEST
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beautiful poem, lots of wisdom you have shared with us..
I love the silence as well.. right now, the sun is setting..
Time to pray and thank the good Lord for another day, and for me to talk about and thank Him for His guidance..
raquelLeah |
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by midian on
Thursday, 3rd August 2006 @ 08:06:42 AM AEST
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| i read this and i was struck in awe of how good a poet you really are thankyou for creating such a truely amazing and Insightfull ;) poem |
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