Call this world an impressionist painting
Infancy floating down the dream
Up close I see detail unfolding
Colour showered with relief
Distance here's no object
When looking through the stream
In the days before soft rubber
Brought focus and connection, (correction)
Well they offer me a laser
But why would I want that?
Whilst here I have another mode
Just waiting in the wings
Where I can take off my protection
Take it off at will
When safe enough to see no danger
An instant insufficiency
Right here in the can
Warm like soft putty
And swimming with Matisse
Cancel my subscription to the Ressurection
Send my credentials to the house of detention
Call this world an impressionist painting
Infancy floating down the dream
Up close I see detail unfolding
Colour showered with relief
Distance here's no object
When looking through the stream
In the days before soft rubber
Brought focus and connection, (correction)
Well they offer me a laser
But why would I want that?
Whilst here I have another mode
Just waiting in the wings
Where I can take off my protection
Take it off at will
When safe enough to see no danger
An instant insufficiency
Right here in the can
Warm like soft putty
And swimming with Matisse
Uma Guma Quality writing,sounds like a rebirth of Sid Barret-I love it !
Uma Guma Quality writing,sounds like a rebirth of Sid Barret-I love it !
Godfather.
Gee, thanks Godfather! It's not the first time I've been compared to Syd Barret, but never before for the right reasons!! The key difference, I hope, is that I fully intend to survive intact!!
Cancel my subscription to the Ressurection
Send my credentials to the house of detention
Thanks Pandora.
This song actually had a lot more words to it when I made it up in the car but then I couldn't remember them all by the time I got home to write 'em down.
To my left my son..."I'm thankful that Mom's a good cook!"
I smile, expecting the words I have heard each year for more than I can count.
To my right, my dear Husband..."Hey you used my 'thankful for' .......better come back to me"
leaving a playful wink for us as he fills the wine glasses.
Across the table my daughter rolls her eyes at Daddy's familiar line,
she adds
"I'm thankful that this semester is almost over'' and enjoys a well earned sigh.
Next her beau, unfamiliar with the games but always a good sport,
is deep in nervous thought.
He glances at my son and says shyly "yeah I was gonna say that too"
then quickly adds "I'm thankful I got a deer!"
The hypocrisy of the meat eaters meet the hunter on this Thanksgiving.
The mindset is not shared but the challenge understood,
this young man kills with a bow. This brings a respectful nod from us all.
In the few seconds that follow my eyes drift past the young couple
to the twinkling Christmas lights on the front porch and my mind drifts to a previous year.
I hear my sobs echo my daughters in the pre dawn light, as I hide from the day to come.
I am returned once again to the ER.
To the screams, to the horrific accident that happened days after Thanksgiving.
The forklift accident that, just as easily could have snapped her neck,
though by Gods grace, has left her body compromised but her spirit strong.
A young woman who will fight fiercely for what she wants and for what she thinks is right.
A compassion in her heart that only comes from living the pain and knowing the fear.
Our green eyes meet, a reflection of my own.
I close my eyes in silent gratitude,
'Thank you Lord for not taking my baby' the words a common chant now,
most especially this time of year.
All eyes on the Mama as I look around the small Thanksgiving table,
lovely faces lit by candlelight.
I hear Charlie's labored breathing behind Daddy's chair
and I glance over to the front hall to see Lucy bomb waiting patiently for a plate.
A plate filled with the delicious smells that have filled our warm home all day.
The other doggies are out of sight, but not far I know, their anticipation is great.
It is the doggies favorite holiday...
I smile remembering my Jakey and his shoelace drools of the past,
that a Thanksgiving laugh missed this year.
It is my turn now for the familiar words,
'I am thankful we are all together'
feeling each word in my heart stronger with each passing year.
' now lets eat and see if you all have something still to be thankful for.'
The room is filled with the clinking of silver and the sounds of the happy eaters.
My precious daughter smiles across the table
"Oh Mama it is sooo delicious, thank you"
Her young man, mouth full, nodding in appreciation, while adding another forkful.
My son smiles proudly "That's my Mom" between bites and a squeeze to my shoulder.
And my Husband lifts his glass to mine and says
"To us all, to our love and to another damn fine Thanksgiving!"
And then the words in my head repeat the sentiment ....
'Thank you for this life and this love.'
significant
signals
and
messages
a relative agenda
ideological
practical
dust settles
over the world
connections attained
what struggles afforded
the hill
Post edited by StillHere on
peace,
jo
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"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
Pandora,
the love in that brought tears to my eyes, a lump to my throat, and a warm embrace around my heart.
I am so happy to know you.
peace,
jo
peace,
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
time is running out
what science
what chemistry
pain
a new dimension
be proactive
its far too much
the spiral grows
to the lowest point
speak out
what are you saying
quickly now
time is running out
peace,
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
answers
no time
stay
no, get out
step aside
there's no room for you here
avoidance
waiting
inside a vault
what game is this
circling
is it safe yet
or will
lightening strike
as i cry out
in the
blackness
peace,
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
how many
places at once
destinations remain
unclear
being everywhere
for everyone
so much weight
on my conscience
i tried
to help you
peace,
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
long roads
divisions
forks in the road
motivation
misguided contributions
a distraction
a closer look
at the price of goodness
re-evaluated
better run
Post edited by StillHere on
peace,
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
how do you know
heroes can
change the world
sponsored by
your dreams
thunder rolls
shoots a path
of hidden damage
unrecovered
unrelated
a potent storm
lands us safely
on the edge of
belief
peace,
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
totally adequate
is that enough
dig deeper
past the identity
in the mirror
demand change
or at the
very least
a demonstration
of reality
peace,
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
totally adequate
is that enough
dig deeper
past the identity
in the mirror
demand change
or at the
very least
a demonstration
of reality
Jo's on a roll!! Good shit!!
I prefer portabello and swiss on rye, but Jo on a roll,...eh...could be tasty...
anyway, thanks
peace,
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
you are the razor on my skin
you are the knife that’s in my back
you are the cancer that eats my soul
I can no longer look you in the eye
but still want what’s between your thighs
if I pretend you still love me,
will you pretend you did not destroy me,..
and all can be forgiven ?
to be cont. maybe?
Peace, Love.
"To question your government is not unpatriotic --
to not question your government is unpatriotic."
-- Sen. Chuck Hagel
you are the razor on my skin
you are the knife that’s in my back
you are the cancer that eats my soul
I can no longer look you in the eye
but still want what’s between your thighs
if I pretend you still love me,
will you pretend you did not destroy me,..
and all can be forgiven ?
to be cont. maybe?
totally been there
sad, sad, sad
peace,
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
the visitor
hello
wasn't he kind
take no notice
he's gone
we aren't running a race
oh, but we are
along the bridge
into the valley below
the cold wind blows
laughs at him
crowds around
strong, confident
beautiful
come play along
peace,
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
guess you've got a problem
lies sprout
disguised as promises
and grow into weeds
ugly and in the way
anybody can claim them
peace,
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
its time to
move along
roll along
first one goes
second one goes
alone and apart
seen too much
heard too much
its time to
move along
before its
all too late
and we are
no more
peace,
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
you've seen it
the dance
a very
special waltz
choreographed
perfectly
disguised as
harmony
and grace
until we
all
fall down
peace,
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
should i say it
do i dare
take the lid off
loose lips
sink ships
or so they say
silence is golden
i've been told
but layered over silver
it tarnishes quickly
copper would've
been better
a soothing patina
but its rusty now
corrosion burns
and eats away
at the silence
until it is
no more
peace,
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
Comments
WOW !!!!!!!!!!! I'm not good with words but that is a beautiful photo - thanks
Call this world an impressionist painting
Infancy floating down the dream
Up close I see detail unfolding
Colour showered with relief
Distance here's no object
When looking through the stream
In the days before soft rubber
Brought focus and connection, (correction)
Well they offer me a laser
But why would I want that?
Whilst here I have another mode
Just waiting in the wings
Where I can take off my protection
Take it off at will
When safe enough to see no danger
An instant insufficiency
Right here in the can
Warm like soft putty
And swimming with Matisse
Send my credentials to the house of detention
Uma Guma Quality writing,sounds like a rebirth of Sid Barret-I love it !
Godfather.
Chairs filled as far as I can see,
the air is stagnant from the closeness.
An anxious boredom hangs.
It is surrounding me and
there is almost no room to breathe.
In my lap
I see my journey.
It is mostly yellow.
As I turn the pages
the years fall into place.
There are sun filled beaches,
daffodils and blonde hair.
Golden friends, far and away places
and a time that is just out of view.
Turn the page and the newspaper clippings fall.
I can not put them right
as I let them slowly float to the floor.
Next a page of mementos
and I sigh in relief.
A fuzzy homemade pocketbook
holds something special
for someone special.
Slide it out
and hold it to my heart.
I can breathe again.
Gee, thanks Godfather! It's not the first time I've been compared to Syd Barret, but never before for the right reasons!! The key difference, I hope, is that I fully intend to survive intact!!
Send my credentials to the house of detention
Beautiful, Pandora
Send my credentials to the house of detention
(A purple love song in F Major)
I'll be loving you
(oh my honey)
I'll be loving you
(oh my darlin')
I'll be loving you
(till my life is through)
Oh it doesn't matter how
oh it doesn't matter when
If I see you there, then I want you!
I love this...like a bee to nectar...love makes the world go round
Thanks justam
This song actually had a lot more words to it when I made it up in the car but then I couldn't remember them all by the time I got home to write 'em down.
To my left my son..."I'm thankful that Mom's a good cook!"
I smile, expecting the words I have heard each year for more than I can count.
To my right, my dear Husband..."Hey you used my 'thankful for' .......better come back to me"
leaving a playful wink for us as he fills the wine glasses.
Across the table my daughter rolls her eyes at Daddy's familiar line,
she adds
"I'm thankful that this semester is almost over'' and enjoys a well earned sigh.
Next her beau, unfamiliar with the games but always a good sport,
is deep in nervous thought.
He glances at my son and says shyly "yeah I was gonna say that too"
then quickly adds "I'm thankful I got a deer!"
The hypocrisy of the meat eaters meet the hunter on this Thanksgiving.
The mindset is not shared but the challenge understood,
this young man kills with a bow. This brings a respectful nod from us all.
In the few seconds that follow my eyes drift past the young couple
to the twinkling Christmas lights on the front porch and my mind drifts to a previous year.
I hear my sobs echo my daughters in the pre dawn light, as I hide from the day to come.
I am returned once again to the ER.
To the screams, to the horrific accident that happened days after Thanksgiving.
The forklift accident that, just as easily could have snapped her neck,
though by Gods grace, has left her body compromised but her spirit strong.
A young woman who will fight fiercely for what she wants and for what she thinks is right.
A compassion in her heart that only comes from living the pain and knowing the fear.
Our green eyes meet, a reflection of my own.
I close my eyes in silent gratitude,
'Thank you Lord for not taking my baby' the words a common chant now,
most especially this time of year.
All eyes on the Mama as I look around the small Thanksgiving table,
lovely faces lit by candlelight.
I hear Charlie's labored breathing behind Daddy's chair
and I glance over to the front hall to see Lucy bomb waiting patiently for a plate.
A plate filled with the delicious smells that have filled our warm home all day.
The other doggies are out of sight, but not far I know, their anticipation is great.
It is the doggies favorite holiday...
I smile remembering my Jakey and his shoelace drools of the past,
that a Thanksgiving laugh missed this year.
It is my turn now for the familiar words,
'I am thankful we are all together'
feeling each word in my heart stronger with each passing year.
' now lets eat and see if you all have something still to be thankful for.'
The room is filled with the clinking of silver and the sounds of the happy eaters.
My precious daughter smiles across the table
"Oh Mama it is sooo delicious, thank you"
Her young man, mouth full, nodding in appreciation, while adding another forkful.
My son smiles proudly "That's my Mom" between bites and a squeeze to my shoulder.
And my Husband lifts his glass to mine and says
"To us all, to our love and to another damn fine Thanksgiving!"
And then the words in my head repeat the sentiment ....
'Thank you for this life and this love.'
Send my credentials to the house of detention
signals
and
messages
a relative agenda
ideological
practical
dust settles
over the world
connections attained
what struggles afforded
the hill
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
the love in that brought tears to my eyes, a lump to my throat, and a warm embrace around my heart.
I am so happy to know you.
peace,
jo
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
what science
what chemistry
pain
a new dimension
be proactive
its far too much
the spiral grows
to the lowest point
speak out
what are you saying
quickly now
time is running out
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
no time
stay
no, get out
step aside
there's no room for you here
avoidance
waiting
inside a vault
what game is this
circling
is it safe yet
or will
lightening strike
as i cry out
in the
blackness
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
places at once
destinations remain
unclear
being everywhere
for everyone
so much weight
on my conscience
i tried
to help you
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
divisions
forks in the road
motivation
misguided contributions
a distraction
a closer look
at the price of goodness
re-evaluated
better run
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
heroes can
change the world
sponsored by
your dreams
thunder rolls
shoots a path
of hidden damage
unrecovered
unrelated
a potent storm
lands us safely
on the edge of
belief
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
is that enough
dig deeper
past the identity
in the mirror
demand change
or at the
very least
a demonstration
of reality
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
Godfather.
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
Jo's on a roll!! Good shit!!
Send my credentials to the house of detention
I prefer portabello and swiss on rye, but Jo on a roll,...eh...could be tasty...
anyway, thanks
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
you are the knife that’s in my back
you are the cancer that eats my soul
I can no longer look you in the eye
but still want what’s between your thighs
if I pretend you still love me,
will you pretend you did not destroy me,..
and all can be forgiven ?
to be cont. maybe?
"To question your government is not unpatriotic --
to not question your government is unpatriotic."
-- Sen. Chuck Hagel
totally been there
sad, sad, sad
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
hello
wasn't he kind
take no notice
he's gone
we aren't running a race
oh, but we are
along the bridge
into the valley below
the cold wind blows
laughs at him
crowds around
strong, confident
beautiful
come play along
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
lies sprout
disguised as promises
and grow into weeds
ugly and in the way
anybody can claim them
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
move along
roll along
first one goes
second one goes
alone and apart
seen too much
heard too much
its time to
move along
before its
all too late
and we are
no more
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
the dance
a very
special waltz
choreographed
perfectly
disguised as
harmony
and grace
until we
all
fall down
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
do i dare
take the lid off
loose lips
sink ships
or so they say
silence is golden
i've been told
but layered over silver
it tarnishes quickly
copper would've
been better
a soothing patina
but its rusty now
corrosion burns
and eats away
at the silence
until it is
no more
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~