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Read MoreIt's not about the destination;it’s about the engine knock--the low hum beneath the chest,pistons pulsing, alive,tires tracing grooveson roads you can’t quite see.I used to think the fuel was purpose--a bright answerwaiting at the end of some highway,vanishing as...
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Thanks so much, Damian! I’m glad you enjoyed the joyride. I think all existential crises should come with great mileage and a good soundtrack. I appreciate you saying it belongs in the book. I was hoping that the imagery felt visceral, so knowing you felt like you were “riding shotgun” means the world. If an automotive enthusiast approves of the engine knock, I know I did my job! Appreciate you reading.
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I love the determination in this. It has a come what may feel to it.
Sometimes not knowing the answers to everything feels scary but it also opens up more possibilities.
Sometimes not knowing brings wonderful surprises you never saw coming. They crash into you and change your life.
That’s all part of discovering yourself and finding out what you’re made of.
I enjoyed this roadtrip!-
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Thank you Adelphina! I love your take on the “come what may” determination. You captured the bright side of the empty space perfectly: not knowing is indeed scary, but it’s the very thing that makes room for those “wonderful surprises that crash into you.” That element of being open to things we never saw coming — that’s the true reward of keeping the existential engine running. I’m so glad you enjoyed the road trip!
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This is very clever. It tells of the journey quite well, taking the reader along steadily. Purposed.
Solid write, thoroughly.-
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Styxian, Thank you so much! I’m thrilled to hear the poem carried you along steadily. That feeling of taking the reader on the journey is exactly what I aim for. I appreciate the kind words!
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hello lovely poetess I get it this is really good the love machine keeps humming while we get ranover or we keep running from this speed demon out to kill us love is tragedy but without it would be emptiness I am up for the fight with this demon great write ❤️
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Hello Crimsin, Hello! That’s a beautiful, fiery way to read the poem. You perfectly captured that underlying tension: the engine of life (‘”the love machine”) keeps running despite the forces that want to “run us over” or the “speed demon” trying to stall us. The emptiness without the fight isn’t worth the peace. I love that you’re “up for the fight”– that’s the true existential fuel! Thank you for the passionate read.
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Impeccable metaphors and quite the philosophical road trip. It’s good to have a journey to end towards; but it’s the journey, which matters, in the end.
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Rob, Thank you. This poem was just random thoughts, while I was on a long drive too. I appreciate you calling it a “philosophical road trip.”
You perfectly captured that delicate balance: the destination gives the journey shape, but as you said, the journey itself is the only thing that truly matters. I hope you enjoyed the ride.
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Read MoreWake up in the morning,with one goal in mind.How to feed my babies,without committing a crime. Everyone sees,But can not imagine.How easy it could be.How can this life happen? Never wanted a picket fence,or a house with a yard.All I could...
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Powerfully penned, Fia. Into the book it belongs! Excellent write my friend, I felt the sting of your words. Appreciate you, cuz.
Damian
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Thank you so much Damian;))
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We do what we must. Well, the good ones do! Like you.
Speak your words, Fia. Take a bow and some praise. It ain’t easy out there. Luckily you’ve discovered the therapy of ceative writing. It DOES help. It can save souls, if we trust ourselves to focus on hope.
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Thank you, Styxian;)) We must focus on hope.
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Man. I can relate to this. Not just myself but with my friends and family.
There is no telling where I’d be without my mom. She is my rock.
So empowering!! Thank you for posting !!-
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Thank you, Adel. It’s hard but worth it;))
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The kids are everything. And if they’re not…something ain’t right. Felt this one in my maternal DNA.
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Thank you, Willow. They are everything.;))
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Whatever it takes!
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Thank you, Paula. you are right.
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Life can be cruel and unfair, so I thank God for mothers like this. It is my great hope that their sacrifices will be rewarded–if not in this life, then the next.
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Thank you, Sam. That is sweet;))
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Life is a fight. You have invoked a great feeling of grit and determination.
Regards James-
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Thank you, I needed to hear that today.;))
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I felt this deep in my marrow. Your dedication to those children renewed my faith in humankind. The struggle to keep your children fed and housed moved my heart deeply. This is truly one of your very best poems. It speaks to me of a mother’s love and her oh so protective spirit t keep her children safe, healthy, and well. This is much more than a poem it is a living breathing testament to a mother’s love. I loved this so much.
John
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Thank you, you think it’s one of my best.. appreciate that.
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Read MoreBat wings emerge From the heart's aortas Caged inside a red rose Metallic skeletal frameBusting out of the box A Pandora Aurora Of sweeping blue green Blazing fiery flames Flying with the...
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Sugar skulls and dragons, haha that is a piece.
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Hey! I’m on my lunch break. lol
Thank you for your snaps on this. Woop Woop!
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This is wild and intoxicating! It’s like a fantastical flight through desire, danger, and celebration all at once. An exploration of the tension between freedom and restraint, beauty and ferocity. The title even makes me think of those sugar marshmallow pops…sweet, colorful, and totally irresistible–mirroring how the poem balances whimsy with intensity.
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I love this comment!!
I was thinking about a whole other dimension where Sugar Skulls and dragons coexist. lol
It would make a great comic!!
Thank you for you support:).
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Just the write amount of spookyness for the run up to All Hallows Eve .. and if I’m not mistaken a teensy taste of gentle & most tasteful sensualness too .. Very nice indeed Ma’am .. Neville 😎👍
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Hi! I think Sugar Skulls are very sensual with a hint of edginess. I love incorporating beauty and darkness. Nothing too overbearing. Just got to find the right tone and balance. I also love dragons! Yes, I’m a huge fan of Game of Thrones.
Plus I was talking smack to my fiancé about wanting a moped with sugar skulls then he said he wanted one with dragons. Hahaha.Thanks for snaps on this Neville!
P.s. my best friend’s name is Nellie.
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My pleasure entirely my friend .. N 😎👍
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Beautifully penned, Adel. Into the book it belongs! Excellent write my friend. Appreciate you.
Damian
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Hey Damien! Thank you my friend:)
This was a fun one to write
I had a mini movie going on.
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Look at you becoming a regular! What!
Hey, don’t forget who has hooked you up pretty good with Pandora stuff! Yeah, the guy with all the dragon tatts. LOL
I’m so glad that you’re taking some time to post in here. This one (and the summary, grrrr. LOL) is a fantastical read with oodles of imagery filling our brains. Clever and well thought out, lover.
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Did you just type the word oodles!! Hahahaha
That is so cute!! Guess what. I love you oodles!! Hehehe
Thanks for the love big sexy!I love your dragon tatts. You have oodles! Hahaha. I’m so funny:)
MWA!!!
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Come doodle oodles over me. What!
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Just wait pal. I’ll doodle oodles while eating noodles. Hahahaha
I know. Cheesy but it’s all I got. Lol-
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Okay, as long as I get to pet your poodle…
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Ooohhh!! Hahaha. Speechless right now. 😅
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Brilliantly penned, Roma. Into the book it belongs! Excellent imagery, felt like I was riding shotgun. Any automotive enthusiast would love this joyride. Appreciate you.
Damian