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| Topic Started: Thursday, 15. May 2014, 20:29 (265 Views) | |
| Iakov Reznik | Thursday, 15. May 2014, 20:29 Post #1 |
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"Persona Non Grata"
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I look at my environment I am surrounded by memories I touch and turn them on my fingers They burn my spirit I breathe in, and it stings I dream of closeness and isolation My four walls hug me And the parties go on With drawn blinds and quiet moments I stare in wonder I hear them in their revelry and I shut out the world Moments come and go Calls are placed Plans made and unmade Steps forward, steps backward I cry out into the void My voice carries onward ... Something responds And I am filled with dread I stay in my small world I am surrounded by its memories I touch and turn them on my fingers And my spirit burns |
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| Piscina | Thursday, 15. May 2014, 20:51 Post #2 |
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This is sad and reminds me vividly of the feeling of being trapped in a safe place. I really like the "And my spirit burns" lines. The metaphor of how familiar things in your environment can evoke memories that hurt your soul is very vivid and painfully real. Iakov would probably tell you: "Dude. What's wrong with you. Go live in a Vardo with horses. Solve all these problems." |
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| Iakov Reznik | Friday, 16. May 2014, 00:23 Post #3 |
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"Persona Non Grata"
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Thank you for your feedback. I hadn't written anything like this in a very long time but with the way things are kind of going in my life at the moment, I feel like I need some kind of outlet. I'm trying to express myself in a positive/creative way. Your commentary means a lot to me. I think you are right about Iakov and what his advice would be. If I could do as he says, I'd be so glad. |
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| Leslie | Friday, 16. May 2014, 08:04 Post #4 |
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Flemish... furry... flirty... feline! (YODO) Perfection Purrs!
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That just made me cry! I'm a bit of a wreck today as someone close in my family died today. That was very lovely to read though. Touched me and I can relate to that feeling. Sometimes those four walls are the safest place on earth. Thanks for sharing this with us! |
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| Iakov Reznik | Friday, 16. May 2014, 08:40 Post #5 |
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"Persona Non Grata"
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As much as I am glad that the writing has touched you, I am sorry to hear for your loss. Please accept my condolences Leslie. |
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| Leslie | Friday, 16. May 2014, 09:01 Post #6 |
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Thanks dear! I really appreciate it! *hugs* thanks for the condolences! BUT this thread is about how wonderfully you've put together words to move us and allow us to have a sneak peek in your creative head! |
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