The calmness I inhibit,
Not created by waves,
Of a tattered windsock.
Sounds of the flapping,
And the eventual snap,
Correcting all my doubts.
But the gentle wearing,
Of a used open flag,
As it slides about.
Caressing and whispering,
Mirth,
A moment of unnerving.
While I submit,
Into wonderment,
Of love and longevity.
The fraying, I cling to,
Wondering,
Am I enough.
Oldest Daughter & Red Headed Sister 
Wow. Just wow.
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Aww. Adam, thank you. I love your reaction. Seriously?! You’re the best. xx
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I think I’m blushing…
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🙂 I hope it didn’t hurt too badly…
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🙂
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Audrey,
most of us i’d say have these days and moments of doubt but for me they are
an integral part of finding and defining ourselves and they are worth the pain
if pain is what they cause.
You are exploring deeply and it pays off.
Ever your
jf
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The journey has always been worth it for me, jf. The pain is brief and the knowledge useful. I try to remind myself. Thank you for being near.
Always, jf. Love to you…
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Lovely, Audrey! 🙂 Poor letter N…
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Luke! 🙂 Hi! How’s my favorite window philosopher? Is Lent over yet? I miss you. Enjoy your week! Giggle…I know, the N was loved the most, I fear. I enjoy your mind. Only you…awesome.
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Hi yourself! I’m still breathing anyway. How have you been?
We’re still in Lent until Holy Thursday. 🙂 Loved most by the wind for sure.
I’ve missed you too, and everyone in the old blogosphere. I’ll get back to blogging more eventually. 🙂 You stay awesome! Bye!
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Glad to know all is well in the breathing department. I’ve been good. Had a birthday since we’ve talked last. *pouts about being a year older*
Yes, we’re in the midst of Lent, I know. An incredibly important time of year for us.
Bye! Be well, Luke. 🙂
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Well Happy Birthday! *confetti* Here’s to the next year of Audrey Dawn, wordsmith par excellence. I’ll have to write you a birthday present.
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Thank you, my dear. Aww. You’re so sweet. This comment is gift enough. ♡
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Sorry to have horribly abandoned all your comments! I haven’t forgotten though…
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*looks about* Why am I on an island all alone again?? 😉 You’ve done no such thing, Luke. I’m glad to get the chance to say hi. Hi!
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Ms. Audith Poetess…you’re definitely enough. But I think we’re all short of being great mud fighters.
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Duketh…definitely? Are you sure? Aw. You’re very sweet today. Thank you. I can slung mud with the best of them, thank you very much.
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Positive! Now, you must convince yourself…by just telling yourself it’s so. Mud fights are rare, but tops. Makes me think of John Wayne.
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I have and shall continue, Duke. Mud fights make me think of JW, too. *smiles*
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And Toby Keith. My new hero.
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Oh really? Why? And since when?
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He’s so Patriotic! Well…just a few months back?
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Yes, tis true, he is. …tell me!
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Well…tis true. I ran into one of his tunes on Youtube. And that’s that.
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Which tune, exactly?
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*smiles bigly* Made in America!
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Ha. I know that one. I’m not a fan, actually.
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How about Kenny Chesney?
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Yeah, I like him. Who else?
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*laughing* I knew it! He’s more of a girl’s chap.
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Right now… Sam Hunt’s Take Your Time is all I want to hear being played and sung to me. Sing and play, Duke. Such a great song. Kills in the romantic department for this poet. *shines brightly*
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Huh! Never heard of that chap. Romantic? Oh dear.
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Well, he’s a new guy on the corner, you see.
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Well, then, I say it’s cool you found him.
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I didn’t find him. I heard him on the radio.
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*laughs* Ooo…how wicked of you!
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You deserved it. *laughs*
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Me? But I’m so sweet and innocent.
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Pfft! Right. Who tells you that? I need to have speaks with them!
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Well, I think my analysts do.
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You keep your analysts busy, I’m sure.
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They enjoy it!
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Anything to do with you must be fun. I’m still trying to wrap my head around you having analysts, Duke.
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*laughs* They’re more imaginary than anything else.
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Giggle
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In a good way, Red. It just stuck me that my compliment just now could be misconstrued! ❤
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Nothing you could say would ever be misconstrued. Your heart is open and lovely…easily seen. Thank you for clarifying, as I wouldn’t want anyone to think ill of you. ♡
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😉 Thank you, pure-hearted Aud.
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You’re always welcome, my dear
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No, Aud. You are more than enough.
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I appreciate you, Zak. You’re the best.
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You’re more than enough. You have an amazing breath, as well 😉
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Thank you, Benjamin
You have always known how to make me blush. Thank you for coming by and reading so many poems. You’ve been missed. xx
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You’re welcome. Sorry I was away so long. But was fun catching up! 🙂
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You’re forgiven. Always. 🙂 I’m glad you enjoyed yourself.
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Yes, almost too much 🙂 Have a great night!
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Giggle. You, too. 😉
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🙂
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A poetess indeed, Miss Audrey — stunning work here!
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Thank you, Debbie. Wishing we had blue skies today. South Texas should not be cold and rainy in March.
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wonderful thoughts
upon a flagpole
blown by mind’s breeze
comforted by heart
& universe’s confidence
during one deep in breath 🙂
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Thank you, Carol. You spoil me with your poetic response. Lovely.
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you’re very kind!
as it’s women’s day
i’m happy to be Carol
for the cause 🙂
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Haha…thank you. Thank you for allowing my silly side. You crack me up, David. I’m thrilled to have you here.
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thanks for your sweetness, Audrey.
while i am david
i don’t make an issue of it
preferring to calmly smile
to other bloggers who
courageously share their heart 🙂
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You
Worth knowing
Should be given
A name
Your calm smile
Appreciated
Found comforting
And
Deserves
Audrey replying
With your name
♡
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