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A Writer's Journey

May 30, 2011
By Garnet77 PLATINUM, Sinagpore, Other
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Garnet77 PLATINUM, Sinagpore, Other
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Favorite Quote:
&quot;Everything&#039;s a triangle.&quot; ~ My mother<br /> <br /> &quot;Write what you love, write what you care about, because sometimes, it&#039;s the easiest way to be heard.&quot;

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*Once upon a time, there lived a dreamer in the woods.*

The journey will be a lonely one
Along an empty road
Through deserted villages
Alone

*The dreamer drew inspiration from trees and plants and flowers.*

Nobody had a say but me
When I decided this
Seemingly a decade ago
Alone

*The wildlife had a mind of its own, ever so pleasing to the dreamer’s wishes.*

Friends were discouraging
Siblings were indifferent
Parents had no say and so I’m
Alone

*On a butterfly’s trail, the dreamer clutched close to his chest an essential toolbox.*

But I longed for the peace
And for the quiet
Where nobody could haunt me
Alone

*This toolbox was all he needed to survive a world with no people—his imagination.*

Mine ran wild like fire
On dried wood
But I carried on anyway
Alone

*Then the dreamer caught the scene, and his satisfaction grew to overbearing joy.*

How lucky one could be
Even when inside an
Imagined story of mine
Alone.

© Seita O., Palatine, IL

The author's comments:
I'm not the best at poetry, but I found that this was the best way to say what I wanted to say. I know it's not true all the time, but sometimes us writers feel this. At least, I do. Enjoy it. I hope it's relatable. And, by the way, the sentences with the *...* are supposed to be in italics.
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Garnet77 PLATINUM said...
on Jul. 7 2011 at 8:40 pm
Garnet77 PLATINUM, Sinagpore, Other
31 articles 6 photos 577 comments

Favorite Quote:
&quot;Everything&#039;s a triangle.&quot; ~ My mother<br /> <br /> &quot;Write what you love, write what you care about, because sometimes, it&#039;s the easiest way to be heard.&quot;

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Oh, I meant 'mine', as in, 'my imagination'--I kind of wanted the phrase to be short. :)
Zinaidia SILVER said...
on Jul. 7 2011 at 8:35 pm
Zinaidia SILVER, Moreno Valley, California
8 articles 3 photos 78 comments

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\\\&quot;Whatever you are, be a good one.\\\&quot;

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Wow, really good poem. It has a unique format, I love it! And the theme stands out too. You definately have alot of talent!
musicispassion PLATINUM said...
on Jul. 7 2011 at 2:41 pm
musicispassion PLATINUM, Perris, California
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&quot; Life is never easy for those who dream.&quot;<br /> There are so many other quotes i need pages to write them

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I like this my favorite parts are the ones that were supposed to be italized five stars it's a creative idea good job :P
ArgonElement SILVER said...
on Jul. 7 2011 at 12:26 pm
ArgonElement SILVER, The Woodlands, Texas
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Question Authority.

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"Mine ran wild like fire"

Did you mean mind instead of mine? Other than that part, everything was crystral clear.

 

And I like the narrarator lines before the stanzas, but at times made the poem a tad bit choppy. I still loved the concept!

Garnet77 PLATINUM said...
on Jul. 6 2011 at 4:22 pm
Garnet77 PLATINUM, Sinagpore, Other
31 articles 6 photos 577 comments

Favorite Quote:
&quot;Everything&#039;s a triangle.&quot; ~ My mother<br /> <br /> &quot;Write what you love, write what you care about, because sometimes, it&#039;s the easiest way to be heard.&quot;

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Really??? I'm so glad you think that! Thanks! :)
awayra BRONZE said...
on Jul. 6 2011 at 9:50 am
awayra BRONZE, Bucharest, Alabama
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poetry really is the best way you express yourself- i think this is the most profound work you posted! good luck with your other projects!
Garnet77 PLATINUM said...
on Jul. 5 2011 at 3:48 pm
Garnet77 PLATINUM, Sinagpore, Other
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Favorite Quote:
&quot;Everything&#039;s a triangle.&quot; ~ My mother<br /> <br /> &quot;Write what you love, write what you care about, because sometimes, it&#039;s the easiest way to be heard.&quot;

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Thank you! And to answer your question, those italic lines were actually just a line long on my document, but I think my 'author comments' made them seem longer. :)
Garnet77 PLATINUM said...
on Jul. 5 2011 at 3:47 pm
Garnet77 PLATINUM, Sinagpore, Other
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Favorite Quote:
&quot;Everything&#039;s a triangle.&quot; ~ My mother<br /> <br /> &quot;Write what you love, write what you care about, because sometimes, it&#039;s the easiest way to be heard.&quot;

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I'm glad you're being critical. And thanks. :)
BrightBurningCampeador PLATINUM said...
on Jul. 5 2011 at 2:31 pm
BrightBurningCampeador PLATINUM, Portland, Oregon
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I love this poem. It's so true. I have one question, though. In the 3rd, 4th, and 5th italic parts are they supposed to be multiple lines or on long one?
JustEmily PLATINUM said...
on Jul. 5 2011 at 9:06 am
JustEmily PLATINUM, Cicero, Indiana
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That&#039;s HAWT!

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You told me to be critical so: I found the begining parts a little confusing and vague. Like I didn't really understand what you were trying to get across. But the last stanza cleared that up right away. The last 4-5 lines were my favorite.