Welcome to the 26th AFD Poetry Reading! be fore we start with the poems lets review the procedures AFD POETRY READING ANNOUNCEMENTS AND PROCEDURES * 1) All Poems are to be written by afders or imediate family/close friends. 2) If you have poems msg me the titles and author so we can keep things running smoothly and fairly - first reads will be given before repeats. 3) Greetings and general conversation should conducted either in #Kelekona - not in #AFD_Poetry. During the readings #AFD_Poetry will be set +mi and only the ops and reader will be able to talk - at the same time #Kelekona will be open for general conversation the breaks after rounds 1 and 2. will be held in #Kelekona only and the stage (#AFD_Poetry) should be quiet . 4) We will be running the reading in semi-moderated form from now on when a poet comes up moderation will go on - you willbe given a voice to read when you are introduced moderation will be turned off after the poem is complete so be sure to include an END to them - thanks. 5) We use a "reader" (feel free to suggest some public greggil you dislike ) as a means of announcing when someone is about to read - when you see this happen please stop talking in channel. * (this week's reader is: (undecided anyone have a suggestion msg DH) 6) If you are late please /msg Heatherica before entering - we will let you know when #AFD_Poetry is off invite only status (poem being read is finished). 7) We generally run for about 2 hours with 10 poems in 2 rounds. the rounds are seperated by a short stretch and munch period (G). 8) I am logging #AFD_Poetry so anyone who wants a copy let me know by msging me. 9) I will also be putting out a post to the newsgroup about this weekly affair. It will include the poems from this week - so if you have something you don't want in the post but would like to read here let me know - I'll pull it first 10) The regular AFD Poetry Workshop meets on Saturdays in #Hawaiian_Weyr at 3 pm PDT for those interested in polishing things up before reading 11) We will be meeting next Monday at 6:30 PM Pacific here in #AFD_Poetry and #Kelekona for the 26th weekly reading. * everyone got all that as always the first poem is one of mine - this one is called Jacksonville Station Jacksonville station * An hour to go in the Jacksonville station nothing to do but sit and wait A bus pulls out and another pulls in People coming, going, waiting while a radio plays the blues. * end * Pangea smiles and claps :> * Snifflez claps thats a bus station alright :) yep up (or down) in Florida * [Gorbash] applauds well done! * Odetta claps and is glad that she can fly :) Spent about 36 hrs there waiting out a hurricane * Odetta grimmices....poor DH! * Odetta waves quietly to her bro * Pangea hugs DH, well at least it's over :> * Lord_Dragon applauds ... Very visual :) thanks BRAVO ok the next one is a bit of a love poem from Loiosh to his sweety in AFD does everyone know who that is? * WildAnimal stands up and applauds, then sits down again waiting for more amazing poems * Quartz_Dragon walks in and takes her seat beside lightning.. * Odetta isn't sure... * Lightning smiles to his mate * Snifflez giggles at her Dad, we know who it is * Quartz_Dragon waves to Odetta :> KF - KrystelFlame :) * Odetta makes a mental note Crystal Dance, written by Loiosh de' Taltos for his beloved. Our dance began a year ago a gentle touch, a light blue glow She taught me joy, she let me know That I was loved by her alone Wrapped in wings we expressed our love a nuzzle, a touch, her heart of gold. Soul mates are we, be I so bold? Perhaps we are, perhaps we're not, But to me, my words cannot express the love that she hath brought and if he hasn't shown her that already she is going to be a little annoyed * Pangea claps appreciatively but must take her leave for a few minutes... brb :> k <[Gorbash]> Beautiful, and true * Odetta claps and shares DH's thoguht She won't be annoyed....at least, shouldn't be...BRAVO * Snifflez claps for Loi and KF :) while many of outr poets aren't here they do get the logs so comments are appropriate * Lord_Dragon applauds as he looks to Odetta * WildAnimal stands up and applauds, then sits down again waiting for more amazing poems * Odetta looks back at LD - that is kind of universal, isn't it? * Odetta puts her head on LD's shoulder and waits for the next poem, a solitary tear in her eye * Lord_Dragon nods in agreement the next poem is one done by my son StormRyder its called Where .....Where Did It Go... . . Where did it go just for a moment I needed to know the laughter, the love the smiles, the care . . Where did it go Just for a moment I needed to know with the passing of time there was no reason or rhyme to where it all went was it time well spent . . Where did it go Just for a moment I needed to know The moment has passed seeming not to last Where did it go I just dont know. * Matt Runslight-Dragonheart ....End.... is it only limint to the personal poems? can we do citing on other people's poem? * Snifflez grins and whistles for Matt * Shadow-Dancer applauds!! * Odetta 's typist is hurting from that one, thinking of her lost love-that-never-really-was * WildAnimal stands up and applauds, then sits down again waiting for more amazing poems got a popup there do you wildanimal <[Gorbash]> I believe that was a soliloquy, the rhyme was quite original.. * Quartz_Dragon laughs Will you be alright, dear? (wraping his wing around her) LD: Yes, it is gone and over, though some of the tension remains. At least my dragonself has you, even if my human soul is alone. ok the next poem is by my grandaughter Niky (yes I have a very poetic family ) hehe <[Gorbash]> LOL DH cute <[Gorbash]> but truly cute This poem is entitled Worship Him Worship Him You tell me Worship him… But he's not my God. I won't! Worship him… He just wants a slave, I won't! Worship him… I won't but you can Go ahead and waste your life, and worship false Gods. Your day will come! <[Gorbash]> Hrmm? end * Lord_Dragon nods with a grin * Quartz_Dragon grins * Lord_Dragon applauds ... Very interesting ;) * Odetta can relate to that too, and claps warmly interesting * WildAnimal stands up and applauds, then sits down again waiting for more amazing poems * [Gorbash] agrees, to poem this be a dedication to selfworth and respect * Lord_Dragon nods to Gorbash the next poem is by Quentinus - who is sound asleep right now (Timezones) * Quartz_Dragon nods * [Gorbash] applauds this poem untitled 0.1 * tried denying blind existence but i don't have the words tried supplying my insistence but i don't have the words tried a challenging resistance but i don't have the words what's the use of my persistence if i don't have the words? * Quentinus END * Odetta applauds - sounds like the chorus of a song * Snifflez claps :) * Shadow-Dancer applauds.. * WildAnimal stands up and applauds, then sits down again waiting for more amazing poems * Quartz_Dragon applauds You're right, Odetta. I could put a tune to that :) we will have to get him the words I think - he did quite well with those good indeed * Odetta grins - some of the best poems are song lyrics, IMHO <[Gorbash]> Hrmm?... * Pangea smiles in greeting and takes her seat quietly * Lord_Dragon applauds the wonderful poem / lyrics? and next we have a real live poet with a poem * [Gorbash] applauds, a good rendition of one speaking from one's heart, that words can't not bare. * Dragonheart calls Gorbash up to read his poem <[Gorbash]> OH...! this is entitled Lonliness Forgotten <[Gorbash]> very well <[Gorbash]> THis is a poem dedicated to all Dragons that fell or felt unaccepted in AFD <[Gorbash]> Within a raging storm, struggling through the sky <[Gorbash]> A single drake fled from persecution, reason it didn't go by <[Gorbash]> Exhausted was he, weary were his wings <[Gorbash]> His face was ever worn, by many of his tormentor's things <[Gorbash]> Fleeing hard he did. Fleeing from what's behind <[Gorbash]> Fleeing from the things that were ever so unkind <[Gorbash]> "So this is it." he thought "My strength reaches the end" <[Gorbash]> "Down into the blackness, my doom it does portend!" <[Gorbash]> Dreading it entirely, as anyone could see <[Gorbash]> Out upon the void he howled in agony <[Gorbash]> But suddenly, an answering roar, from somewhere around <[Gorbash]> Stopped the poor drake from becoming abyss-bound <[Gorbash]> Yet, that wasn't the only one, it just led to more <[Gorbash]> Until the whole sky reverberated with this mighty roar <[Gorbash]> He looked about, thinking curiously <[Gorbash]> "How strange." and "How could this be?" <[Gorbash]> Then suddenly, he knew, and clearly found <[Gorbash]> That he wasn't alone, friends were all around <[Gorbash]> Giving warmth, comfort, and encouragement <[Gorbash]> Truly it was well-timed and certainly god-sent! <[Gorbash]> When he was about collapse and could no more cope <[Gorbash]> His friends intervened, and renewed his diminished hope <[Gorbash]> That together, they would be able to defeat <[Gorbash]> This drake's tormenter. Wouldn't that be a treat! <[Gorbash]> Speaking of which, that evil being <[Gorbash]> Gave up the chase, and in turn did the fleeing <[Gorbash]> Never would it be able to face <[Gorbash]> Many of those from the draconic race <[Gorbash]> So off it went, distance it did make <[Gorbash]> And disappeared entirely, a wail of disappointement within its wake <[Gorbash]> When it did leave, the storm did disperse <[Gorbash]> Off went the weight, lifted was the curse <[Gorbash]> The sky became clear, stars twinkled bright <[Gorbash]> And finally the drake was released of his plight <[Gorbash]> Be brave Dragon, we are separate, but never truly <[Gorbash]> alone.... <[Gorbash]> end! err...would you believe "loudly">? isn't it nice to find friends ? * Pangea nods emphatically and claps :> * Quartz_Dragon appualds ...I enjoy reading it Gorbash * Snifflez applauds and smiles * WildAnimal stands up and applauds, then sits down again waiting for more amazing poems * Lord_Dragon can feel the power radiating from the words of the poem good indeed * Lord_Dragon applauds ... Well done :) and next we get still another real live Dragonpoet * Dragonheart calls Shadow_Dancer up to read his poem called Invisible Man * Shadow-Dancer slithers to the podium, and begins to read.. Invisible Man . I see you in your fancy suit, On your way to work, The man with the plan. But not for me I am the forgotten one, The invisible man. . I see you in your fancy church, Preach of love for all For that is God's plan. But not for me, I am the forgotten one, The invisible man. . I starve in the midst of plenty, I need so little, Just give what you can. Please, help me! I am the forgotton one, The invisible man. . Now I lay me down to sleep Among the buildings, tall and steep. If I die before I wake, Will I then an impression make? I am the forgotten one, The invisible man. . ---end--- * Shadow-Dancer returns to his place in the shadows... sad but beautiful S_D * Pangea floats over to the shadows and hugs SD "That was very touching my friend"... * Lord_Dragon can see a strong message from the poem * Snifflez hugglez SD your not invisible to us :) <[Gorbash]> Quite Unique and original, very mooving Shadow Dancer.. well done.. * Shadow-Dancer blushes... * WildAnimal stands up and applauds, then sits down again waiting for more amazing poems <[Gorbash]> I agree with Snifflez Sd you're not invisable to us.. Stretch 'n' munch now, I think... ok that concludes round one Interesting invisible thoughts. QD: lol yep its time to stretch, munch out and get something to drink Did somedragon say FOOD? * Dragonheart passes around a huge platter of meats, cheeses, fruits, veggies, breads, crackers, chips, dips, and spreads * Odetta streches her wings...still kind of sore from the growing...food? * Dragonheart hands out his patented drinking flagons, goblets and tumblers to any and all that want them - enjoy folks * Pangea floats around looking for something continental to snack on... :> * Quartz_Dragon Intermission time <[Gorbash]> FOOD! plenty on that platter hun - its almost as big as you are * Odetta takes some crackers, cheese, and meat, and gobbles them down * Pangea takes a flagon from DH gratefully "Thank you" :> <[Gorbash]> MMMMMMMM! thakns DH! * Pangea grins * Snifflez gives pan the continental plate Sorry all, need protien and whatnot to restore myself...ahh, Light, just in time... * Pangea hugs Snifflez in thanks :> Would you like me to help with your wings, dearest? Yes, please, love :) * Shadow-Dancer hands Pangea one of her Nerf Brix aloha Lissar welcome to the poetry reading * OnyxDragon can't wait for IRCX... Then he can use the 'knock knock' system to tell people to wait until the poem is over to join... * Pangea takes the brick from SD and whaps him on the noggin with it... just in case :> * Pangea hugglew WE hello :> <[Gorbash]> zyal W_earp * W_Earp bows at his friend DH Hello Lissar :> * Odetta runs over to Earp and *now-bigger-dwaggie-huggles* Earp! * W_Earp huggles the Pangie * W_Earp Hehehs at 'detta, and coildwaggie huggles her back. anyone have any poems for us that I don't know about? * Lord_Dragon smiles as he massages Odetta's wings while she enjoies her snack :) * Pangea munches on something deliciously continental :> * W_Earp has a few, .. I must get to work.. ACK! * Shadow-Dancer lifts his flagon in a warning toast: To those who would speak in public/Avoid the flowing cup/For after too much 'bottled cheer'/One's tang gets toungled up. LOL lol * Pangea tries to forget last night :> * Lissar is just here to listen...she is too emberassed to show her poems * Odetta laughs, and takes a drink Come on, Lissar. Give us one! * Pangea hugs Lissar "Don't be afraid hon, please read" :> Just one... W: Why don't you read them? I like it better that way. oh...i don't know * [Gorbash] swallows, and MMMMMM great buffée DH.... my compliments to the chef.. have one... well kind of one Who wants my email? Hehehheeh... if I can read my .plan file no one should be afraid to read ANYTHING in here :> er.. poetry? To read it off, I mean. sure thing pal * Lord_Dragon finishes working on Odetta's winds and takes a drink Sorry, that's wings :) ok <[Gorbash]> still there QD? tell me when to start are we all rady for round 2? I think so. <[Gorbash]> AYE! Thanks, dear *purrrrr* * W_Earp *grins* One of you.. ;) * Lord_Dragon returns to his seat, next to Odetta *purr* :) * Lissar raises a tentative claw...I have a poem * [Gorbash] sits.. and prepares to savor the poems * Bird_Dragon retakes his seat next to QD * Quartz_Dragon smiles at Bird Dragon.. * W_Earp waves. Must be off to work! BYE! * Shadow-Dancer huggeth Ye Auld Stuffinges Oute of ravenSong Hello RS :> * RavenSong smiles. Hello, RavenSong All ready? * Dragonheart flickers the lights calling everyone back to the reading welcome back for round 2 of our poetry reading - we have a overstuffed platter of poems for you all the first poem this round is another poem by my granddaughter Niky - this one is sorta for her beau Kermie its called Your Arms Your Arms Lying in your arms as you rock me. I am safe with you. You care what happens to me. Your warmth surrounds me. Don't let me go, Hold me till the end of eternity, And never let go. I love you. I can cry on your shoulder You let me cry. But you still comfort me And feel my pain. You know what I'm going through But you don't pity me, Instead you help me through it. I love you! end Bravo * Snifflez claps a beautiful poem hun * Odetta claps - not bad! Very good. * Pangea smiles and claps "Simple but wonderful" :> * Lissar claps * Lord_Dragon feels warm and fuzzy inside and takes hold of Odetta's paw :) * Odetta holds LD close and *cuddles* closer * Quartz_Dragon thinks lost love is usually gives strong emotion to write...claps... Next, a poem by Fluffdragon. the next poem is by my youngest daughter - who has already gone to bed but will be overjoyed to have her poem read Buns * * I gotz a bunny called flufybuns she bes my best buddy of all buns she luvs me lots n lots I snugs to buns real tight buns is made of stuffin n cloth it don matter cuz buns bes special buns she knows if im happy or sad buns she keeps me safe and warm I tells buns all my secrets she never tells me n buns we gots lots n lots of luv to give cuz thats what buns n dwaggies do buns she gots a dwaggie outfit she likes a lot so when we go a dwaggie travelin she fits right in buns she knows its not easy sometimes its really really hard to make a place all your own in everybodies hearts so we gibs lots of snugs snugs bes snuggles n hugs all together cuz snugs they make people n dwaggies happy buns she says its better to be happy then sad its better to laugh then cry smiles buns sayz gets smiles back frowns they makes people sad thats my buns my special buns my very bestest bud end beautiful hun * Odetta grins - An Ode to Plushies :) How old is your youngest daughter? I think we could all learn a thing or two from buns 10 * Snifflez laughs and claps for Ray * Odetta claps with joy * Shadow-Dancer holds up a small card reading "10.0" and applauds Wonderful... the next poem is by Kryiin - Fluff's big sister and Snifflez's twin its entitled Warrior ...Warrior Woman.... . . Standing tall and proud her head held high A Warrior Woman looks to the sky. . . Deep within the clouds held within it's grasp a tiny rain drop . . Through the years of struggle lance and shield battered quiver empty, arrows gone A Warrior Woman looks to the sky . . The cloud looks down upon the earth The cloud looks up into the skies it speaks to the rain drop . . Bent, aged, tired her blanket her only warmth her memories her only comfort A Warrior Woman looks to the sky . . The cloud says it is time The warmth of the earth nods The sunlight bows its head the rain drop falls . . The earth guides The sunlight shines both upon the tiny raindrop . . the sunlight sparkles through the raindrop turning it into a rainbow the earth stretches out its arms pulling the rainbow down . . Reaching out a withered hand A Warrior Woman stands her blanket falling to the ground . . The rainbow wraps her in its colors engulfing her, enfolding her in its depths taking her to a place where A Warrior Woman Stands tall and proud never to be tired or cold . . The cloud floats over the earth The sun shines out its warmth once more a tiny raindrop waits deep within. . . The End Kryiin Runslight Dragonheart . . * Dragonheart sends a warm hug to his daughter for a beautiful poem ok * Quartz_Dragon is rather cute then affectionate, interesting yet loving * Snifflez claps for Kryiin :) Snifflez: Is Kryiin there? watching? * Odetta claps - reminds me of a story I wrote about a woman and her bondmate wolf she is always around :) I like the chaining... * Quartz_Dragon has to leave now...see ya all later..Bravo! Is that supposed to be nice or not? *grin* bye QD! =( Nighters, Quartz! nighters QD Bye, QD * Shadow-Dancer finally applauds, as the lag bubble pops * Lord_Dragon applauds for both the poems (since he did not get to do so last time) next up while S_D tries to get things fixed is Odetta Odetta: Just ask him... Or tell me who it is and I'll invite him. <[Gorbash]> Whooooa.... Incredibly well written and inspiring..... * Pangea claps appreciatively "Bravo!" :> * Lissar claps wholeheartedly * OnyxDragon clears his throat... * RavenSong must go soon too At last the lag has sub-sided :) Odetta? Onyx? Are we ready? Sure...I'll go now. * Miriah pats OnyxDragon on the head and gives OnyxDragon a cherry lollipop <[Gorbash]> if your watching Kryiin, I'm Impressed, and Awed... well done * Dragonheart gives Miriah a heart-thudding kiss that curls Miriah's talons! * Odetta gets her poem and shuffles it a bit in her talons... * Miriah gives her Sweetie a kiss that curls his...*twinkles* Miriah, if you're anything less than about 125' long, you're too small to pat me on the head. <[Gorbash]> SD..SD...SD...SD!! Odetta's poem is entitled My Angel What, Gorbash? * Dragonheart calls Odetta up to read her poem * Odetta walks up to the stage...this is dedicated to my dearest friend, known to some as Jarin **My Angel** . The angel flies 'round the Fort Love radiating from his pure soul To all who cross his path Golden wings, reddish hair, He loves all he calls his friends . He has many that he calls brother True to the city not far from the place He once called home The Philos embrasses him While Eros hids his head . The deeper love is locked up Cold in a steal vault The angel for all his power Cannot learn how to open the lock Even when I hand him the key. . . "The problem with loving an angel is that an angel loves all the same" - Carrie Kauzlarich . -End- * Odetta waves to Gurath - you just missed it! Good evening. * Lissar waves hullo to Gurath * Miriah applauds very good Odetta * Gurath waves Hello to Lissar! Wonderful, Odetta. BRAVO * Odetta grins, thank you all! :) well done Odetta * Lord_Dragon applauds the poem with a cheerful sigh * Odetta gets down from the stage and goes back to LD, a heavy sigh escaping her lips Are you alright, my dear? yes, that pain is a fading one... * Lord_Dragon wraps Odetta in his wing, understanding her feelings ok now that S_D has things well in hand again we'll call him up to the stage his poem is entitlled: That Which Endures * Shadow-Dancer returns to the poduim... That Which Endures . See the warrior, in his power Sunlight gleaming from his sword. See his foes laid low around him Acknowledge him as Lord. . See the warrior, as he ages Strength departed, glory past. See his kingdoms fall to ruin, For kingdoms never last. . See the rich man, with his money, Vast and countless is his hoard. Gems and jewels piled before him, In vaults, much gold is stored. . See the rich man, as he passes, Empty life come to an end, His riches are cold comfort now, With no more years to spend. . See the lover, with his chosen She is all that he could need. He has given all to find her, And spent it well, indeed. . See them growing old together, Smiling children at their sides, They alone have aught of worth, For only love abides. . ---end--- * Sev smiles andclaps. :) * Pangea claps loudly and hugs SD :> * Odetta applauds loudly...that is very true * Lissar wipes away a tear and claps another S_D original to put up on the wall for inspiration * Gurath applauds Shadow-Dancer! * Shadow-Dancer bows...and returs to his usual seat... * Lord_Dragon applauds as he can relate a fair bit to the poem :) * [Gorbash] applauds cheerfuly ,excelently done a wonderful realization * Odetta waves to Azure * Miriah claps appreciatively welcome aboard sev and Azureflame heh, Greetings Odetta up next is another of our live poets * Azureflame gets out his claws and counts to himself..it's about 1045 here umm... in cal its.. ummm 845 This time we call Lissar up to the stage to do her poemBlack Wolf Spirit, Help Me Fly * Lissar walks up to the podium "Black wolf spirit, help me fly" I feel it, in my blood i see it, before my eyes i know it, in my heart Black wolf spirit, help me fly . Inteligent, cunning, beautiful, mystical, Black wolf spirit help me soar . Yellow eyes, gleaming against ebony fur Green eyes, shining against light brown hair so different on the outside, yet we are one Black wolf spirit help me run . Your voice is mine we howl together the passion, the beauty, of music.. we share Black wolf spirit help me sing . I feel you in my blood telling me to run, telling me to leap, telling me to hunt, telling me to howl Black wolf spirit help me know . The air rushes through my lungs my hair stands on end my eyes grow bright and wild the call rises in my throaght i am alive i am free Black wolf spirit, help me fly. end *claps* * Odetta looks in shock to Gurath - someone's reading my mind here! <[Gorbash]> WOW!! I have enjoyed all of the poems * Odetta applauds loudly - bravo! * Pangea claps loudly :> * RavenSong salutes all the artists * Lissar pants from the long poem great poem Lissar :) thanx I must go now * Miriah applauds for an excellent poem * RavenSong takes to the skies with a sweep of wings creating a beautiful refrain and, as the music fades, she is gone. * Azureflame claps * Odetta gets up "I must also be on my way" That was very powerful, Lissar *applaud* :) ok but we still have several poems to go If anyone would like the log, just ask. * Gurath is touched by Lissar's work, and applauds long and thoughtfully... now i have to go too...good night all! and I'll get it to them starting tomorrow evening I know that, but it's almost midnight here. <[Gorbash]> a true poetic joy this poem be, my congradulations Lissar.. * Lord_Dragon gives Odetta a fairwell lick on her cheek before she goes. Goodnight, my love :) * Odetta kisses LD back - until the 'morrow, my love! :) * Azureflame is cheered by lissar's poem but must go somewhere for a bit up next is Pangea - with a couple of poems from W_Earp as he sent them all in one file we are going to give you both at once * Dragonheart calls Pangea up and hands her the mike * Pangea floats over to the stage and flops up onto it ..."There's two poems which I'll read together... one is "Searching" the other is "Why?" :> Seaching . Inside my soul I feel a gapeing hole Something missing from my life something cut out with a knife A handful I've loved Still, for each, a fire still burns Hopeless, tho, for it's been unreturned for a dragon's love, once given, is never lost His love is eternal, no matter the cost Will there be one more pyre unlighted? Will this wrong ever be righted? More lonely nights, more endless nights? Yearning, searching, hopeing for a way Will I ever find a love who'll stay? Will there ever be a way? . . Why . Why have I wings, if not to fly? Throught billowing clouds, and so-blue sky Why have I a heart, if not to love for that kindred soul that I'm always thinking of Why have I arms, If not to hug tightly with you in my arms, warm and snug Why have I ears, but to listen to your song Singing softly, quietly, clear and strong Why have I a tail, but to coil yours with A dragon's embrace, giving down spirits a lift Why have I hope, but to wait until the day That thou will be mine, an' I can say Yay! . -fin- * Pangea hands the mic back to DH :> * Sev smiles and claps. :) * Miriah claps * [Gorbash] (tears) that was wonderfull... Wow W_E beautiful work friend you should join us more often * Pangea curtsies in proxy for WE :> * Gurath claps and grins at the thoughts... thanks for reading those Pangea * Shadow-Dancer DCC's applause to Wyatt Anytime my services are needed please do call on me :> will do hun * Lord_Dragon is touched by both poems *applauds* up next is Shadow_Dancer with an untitled poem for his Mate-to-be * Dragonheart calls S_D back ontot the stage I come to you a broken soul My life a grim collection Of base and evil things. But I find my healing In your wings. . I come to you a withered soul My spirit an arid waste Where ancient sadness lies. But I quench my thirsting From your eyes. . What little that I have, I give. I stand before you Needing your touch, Needing your love. Needing you, that I might live. * Shadow-Dancer fades into the dark...hiding * Dragonheart tuurns the the spots on S_D - no hiding thats too good to do a duck and run form * Pangea wipes a tear from her eye and hugs SD "Beautiful" :> end?/mode #afd_poetry -miv Shadow-Dancer <[Gorbash]> truly mooving S_D * Miriah claps with appreciation * Lord_Dragon sighs happily as he applauds * Shadow-Dancer bows.. Very nice S-D Thanks up next is a poem by my son StormRyder this one is for a lady he is looking for for when he finds her its titled Lady So Fine ....gentle maiden, lady so fine.... . . A tender touch, a soft embrace like angels wings, across my face The soft rose hue of your blush gentle maiden, a lady so fine I dare to touch your finger tips gently to my eager lips . . My eyes alight with dancing fires seeing but a moments answering gleam in your eyes perchance to dream . . gentle maiden, a lady so fine perhaps one day to be mine not in dreams or fantasy not in the realm of stories left untold but here and now letting me be strong and bold gentling my touch for the lady as yet unfound. * Matt Runslight-Dragonheart ..End... BRAVO * Pangea claps "Lovely!" :> keep writing poems like that for her and she won't be hard to find son * Miriah chuckles and applauds thats our Matt it sure is <[Gorbash]> * BRAVO *.... well done! * Lord_Dragon claps ... great job :) and now alas its time for the last poem of this evening :< this last one is another of mine ( you didn't think I'd let you get off that easy did you?) * Sev chuckles. <[Gorbash]> lolDH its titled Hawaiian Sky and is for my love Miriah Hawaiian Sky * Black Sky spotted with Stars * Red Rocks flowing into a foaming sea * red clouds billow below the moon * as I hold you close * Hard black rocks pillow our heads * as we lie beneath the Brilliant Hawaiian Sky end Dragonheart * Pangea claps loudly "Bravo!" :> Well done as always, Dh! <[Gorbash]> nice DH.. well done aloha serra <[Gorbash]> This poetry reading was very enjoyable... * Lord_Dragon applauds ... A very descriptive poem :) and with that we conclude this week's Poetry reading I'll have logs of the last 2 weeks starting tomorrow evening and we will meet again here next week at 6:30 PST for the 27th AFD Poetry reading