March 6, 2008
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For him…
Resounding with echoes
a life once lived
with nary any self-care
but a devotion to others.
Music blared
and the bass pounded
voices rising
in harmony
Faith was Rasta
with a little of more
the reggae, a devotion
to the divine
Emotions in check
a tip of the hat
save a waif
then on your way
Loving was easy
to this perilous man
he neglected himself
in the temptation of drink
His legacy will live on
in the words of hundreds
his music explodes
and the beat goes on…
Comments (31)
Is that….where he lived?
hope you are good hon!!! hope we can talk this evening
Beautiful poem Laurie.
Have you been reading The Canterbury Tales? “a perilous man…”
*hugs*
nice.
You are still in my thoughts and prayers! This is such a sweet, poignant poem. And the photo really says so much…great combination of poem and photo.
Sigh.
Hey…I was away Friday – Tuesday…and now I’m playing catch-up before I go out of town again this Saturday. Ugh. This is getting old. Anyway, please know that even though I’m not around much right now, I’m thinking of you and wishing you well. Hopefully my life will settle down soon.
Thanks for sharing your poems…I know I”ve said this before…but poems are just so personal and revealing and deep (etc) to me. I feel vulnerable when I post mine. You inspire me to keep writing and posting. You are one of my Xanga poetry heroes.
Thanks for being supportive when I get brave and post my poems. Hugs, C. 
Very nice! Thanks for the invite. I did a double take because for a split second I thought that was my house.
This is a wonderful tribute to your special friend. I’m sure he’s smiling down upon you and he will forever live in your heart!
{{{hugs}}}
Alicia
lovely poem dear. And nice picture too
Beautiful poem!
That was beautiful. I am in awe of your talent. Live in the memories love!
~*~*HUGS*~*~:love:
ryc-its all fun.
Lovely poem… inspiration at work in you.
I love this poem!! You have a gift, my friend – and I’m so glad you’re willing to share it with us!
God Bless You … and help you heal ….
Nice tribute to Bob.
dan
that was beautiful. You certainly have a gift.
Laurie, this is such a beautiful poem. Hugs to you…
Willow
What a wonderful poem!
What a wonderful way to let your feelings out!
Very touching poem. BTW your music of choice is one of my all time faves!
So cool. I love it and I love your new profile picture!
~Oh, Laurie~that is such an exquisite tribute…I wish I could give you a big hug!!! Did he sing that deep, deep bass?? I am sure he is smiling down on you with love…”Heaven is a garden~where we will meet~again those Dear Ones who have made our worlds.”
(((Angel Hugs & Love To You…)))~The Island Concierge~.
~Thanks so much for your always lovely ‘n lyrical words…!!!!~You make the world shine!!!
It remains this little music in the night .
Love to you Laurie
Michel :heartbeat:
Hey, Sweet Laurie! I just wanted to stop by and pester you…er…I mean…stop by and leave some warm hugs and well wishes for a good weekend!!!
I’m off for a few days…I’ll be back to check on you on Monday or Tuesday!
Hugs, C. :sunny:
:goodjob::spinning::laugh::lol::p:wink::love:
Oh Laurie…this is so beautiful…I can feel your words. You, my friend, have an amazing gift. Enjoy your weekend, hun!
Hugs,
Dawn
:goodjob:Great tribute to your dear friend……hope you have a great weekend:sunny:
I love your new profile pic! Hope you have a fun weekend!
RYC: No, I live in Oklahoma.
if it was ‘you’re me’, it would read as ‘you are me’. it’s supposed to be ‘your me’ as in, ‘me belonging to you’.
it is a confusing line though haha.
Yes! So many people keep their feelings all boxed up – and then they wonder why they eventually explode!