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The Meaning of Love? MAG

November 8, 2008
By Kiana Baker GOLD, Alto, Texas
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The beating of my broken heart, now chained and locked away,
I hear much louder, through the night, than words we never say.
As hollow kisses turn to dust and fall against my skin,
I pray that I might find the strength to fall in love again.
Abandoned innocence, stripped away, discarded on the floor.
In the dirt, I bury hope that love leaves unlocked doors.
I am held, though never cherished, yet to be made whole.
My tears can wipe themselves away, but I must save my soul.
Bare feet, run, lead me home, where I am Mother’s child,
And toward the pale rose sunset for a pretty little while.
If broken wings may carry dreams, and carry me to sleep,
Take me far away from love and tell me what it means.

© Cindy C., Saratoga, CA

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crazo SILVER said...
on Dec. 10 2010 at 5:57 pm
crazo SILVER, Deer Island, Oregon
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No Matter were we are we are never apart" my dad made that for me when i was little=) its not really true though

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i love it too but love isnt every thing its amazing but it hurts u too
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on Dec. 10 2010 at 4:05 pm
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I love this poem so much lol deff a favorite !
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on Dec. 10 2010 at 3:02 pm
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if this was on facebook, i'd "like" it (:
aim610 said...
on Dec. 10 2010 at 2:18 pm
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Wow, this poem is awesome. It is extremely expressive and understandable. It has a great amount of imagery. "The beating of my broken heart, now chained and locked away" (line 1) is great imagery. My favorite line from your poem is, "It broken wings may carry dreams, and carry me to sleep/ Take me far away from love and tell me what it means" (lines 11-12). Those are two excellent lines. I didn't find anything wrong with the tone and usage in your writing. You should could writing. It's a nice talent that you have because of your voice and the way your writing speaks to people. Keep up the good work. :)
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on Dec. 10 2010 at 1:58 pm
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i love this poem it makes me want to love someone one day
Bella143 said...
on Dec. 10 2010 at 1:10 pm
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Wow thats AMAZING:) U had me when u first started very good! Hey chack out my poems please, and let me know what u think
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Your descriptions burn away any uncertainty the reader may feel about the emotion of the poem. Beautifully written. =)
123courttt said...
on Dec. 10 2010 at 10:27 am
I think this peom is very good. Because it's deep and you can tell how she's felling.
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Wow! Simply beautiful!

I would be honored if you would check out some of my work as I'm just starting out. :)

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Awwwwe ! This Reminds Me Of What Im Going Through Now <333 Great Poem
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this is truly just beautiful and inspires me in so so so many ways, you have a wonderful talent, i would love for you to look at my work.
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on Nov. 29 2010 at 8:03 pm
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wow superb :) you have a great sense of writing. keep up the good work!
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I love this poem!
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on Nov. 25 2010 at 8:38 pm
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Wow this was absolutely beautiful. I loved it very much. Great work! I hope good things come your way soon.
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on Nov. 21 2010 at 10:12 pm
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This is a very beautiful limmerick. I loved the flow, it was so easy to follow but complex in its own way. I love it!
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Wow that's really really good. I Love this poem!
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I love this poem. It is fantastic. I love the way you express your feelings. I love everything about this poem. Keep up the good work. : )
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GREAT JOB!!! ILOVE IT
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After reading this I realized how amateur my work is!