Suspension unresolved (Wistful poetry crushes, a mystery ode)

Hi Cat, thanks, I am so short of time for Neo these days & that will be for a time, makes me sad, I long to go trawling & meander among the lovely words of the Neopoets here, every time I see a message or comment, I want to go check out their latest of course. You are so bright among the joys of this place for me, it is always a pleasure to read you. Glad you liked this, it was such a whim really, I really struggled as to whether I should post it, it is light hearted, knowing there is no reality in the whim, but so deep, knowing how completely we poets can move one another, it can be a dangerous addiction this poetry interaction... ah but such a delight huh? Cheers Anni~ ` "Those who dwell among the beauties & mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life" ~ Rachel Carson Writer/conservationist

Hah, chuckle, such a diplomatic way to tell me you'd like me to digress from my obsession with those I love & am inspired by... yes, it's pretty consuming for me... I just do love lots of people & how thay make me feel... but I see your point & I shall attempt it... thank you,as always, for the push in a less well trodden direction. I do love the idea of the poetry comp constraints (god, I hate constraints!) for that reason, they make me squirm off in different directions, styles, topics etc. though as you know, I dislike the actual competition element & so avoid them since the first time. Must go, thanks Cheers Anni~ ` "Those who dwell among the beauties & mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life" ~ Rachel Carson Writer/conservationist

Oh Steven.... Jeeeeeeez man! (by the way, forgive me folk if you're offended by my blaspheming here... & whatever made you think I was a church going woman Steven?... I wonder what it was gave you that impression, spiritual, yes, but certainly not secular, you would chuckle if you knew me really)... Where was I? Oh yes... cussing in incrudulity!!! You know, I would write a poem a day to send to you just to get these incredible responses back, you are a phenomenal writer Steven, I have missed this so much. Well, all I can really say then is that the feeling is completely mutual, you astound me into bliss when I read such things as you've written here, which to me are FAR more worthy of spotlight than my actual simple poem which was such a whispy shadow in comparison... sigh! Hmm, true, how could I ever give this up huh? Bugger whether I feel safe here or not... to interact the likes of this page thus far, I should be prepared to be more bulletproof (though actually it was more about others than me... but that IS digressing!!!). Thank you, lovely gift, & I am now so glad I posted this whim. ps, saw a glimpse of a gorgeous pic with your young one, lovely.. & this one is nice too. Cheers Anni~ ` "Those who dwell among the beauties & mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life" ~ Rachel Carson Writer/conservationist

Dearest Anna, as you must know, I am terribly greedy with my muses, & thank you. I hope you are well & thriving amazing woman! Cheers Anni~ ` "Those who dwell among the beauties & mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life" ~ Rachel Carson Writer/conservationist

Thank Jayne, every time I look you seem to be Queen of Evolution which is actually a great honour I think & a reflection on your efforts to improve, I love that, I'm so bloody lazy with my writing Neo has been good for me in that way, finally I am beginning to tweek things now & then with a few nudges from some of our noble crits here. Hope all is good with you Jayne... I will, as I've said for months, have less time for Neo, difficult to reduce such gorgeous time passing! So forgive me if I drop in less often, hard to keep up here eh?! Cheers Anni~ ` "Those who dwell among the beauties & mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life" ~ Rachel Carson Writer/conservationist

Oooh Kelsey, that image is as powerful as some of your poetry... wow! Kind of breaks my heart, but compells me to look anyway. Assuming it's your work, you really have a talent! Ta for your input, I shall look to that comma, ta. Hmmm, I will never know if it will be known, or loved, & really it doesn't matter in a way, I kind of like the idea that love can float about & reach someone despite their knowing... or just be added to the general well being of the world maybe. I think I am one who might be interpreted (wrongly) by the quote at the bottom of your page, I can't deal with horror well at all, but it isn't because I want to pretend bad things don't happen, it's because I KNOW they do & have been too close to them too many times, so wherever I can I dwell in kinder places... Doesn't mean I have a problem with anyone who is fond of horror. Cheers Anni~ ` "Those who dwell among the beauties & mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life" ~ Rachel Carson Writer/conservationist

Thanks Eduardo, this is a beautiful comment, you have responded with such a lovely write yourself here, that always inspires me, thank you, I feel honoured. I do think that there are MANY ways to write of love (but I know what you mean)... this love is such a gentle, whimsical, non covetting love, a pleasure to share in truth. Glad you enjoyed. Cheers Anni~ ` "Those who dwell among the beauties & mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life" ~ Rachel Carson Writer/conservationist

My precious Anushka, how I love your words, & your lovely smile always warms me.. I wrote this ode on such a whim Ann, I feared people might think it a lustful, desirous thing, it isn't, it is a love of appreciation, with a hint of the longing such inspiration can bring, the longing to share in that thing that draws you, in this case the depth & imagery the writer is able to pull into their words. Love for a stranger really, who will never know, possibly never read, & most likely never guess even if they do, that's how I put it out there, & that's why I say illusion, since truly who could know the intent of that person, it is merely a guess I form into a more tangeable sense, & then gradually love grows around this. I am sure you have known this process in your time, I think most of us have. Much love to you dear one. Cheers Anni~ ` "Those who dwell among the beauties & mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life" ~ Rachel Carson Writer/conservationist

Feel free to guess, it is amusing & warming whatever the guesses may be... I must say though, it will remain a mystery, it should be, little will-o-the-whisp write this one, it deserves to be allowed to float without tether, I suspect it is unlikely to be the guesses most would make. I say (to anyone), own it if you think it is you, it possibly is in some way at least! But ta for your visit.Cheers Anni~ ` "Those who dwell among the beauties & mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life" ~ Rachel Carson Writer/conservationist

Ahh now that is an honour, thank you Yvonne, I shall have to go read yours now (are you new here? Welcome if so) I am sure we have things to learn from each other, it's the best way don't you think? Love that pic, by the way... epitomises innocent frollicsome joy huh? I'd be wetting myself laughing if I were one of those kids. Cheers Anni~ ` "Those who dwell among the beauties & mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life" ~ Rachel Carson Writer/conservationist

Yes, I found the horror write... heavy stuff but the writing is good, I've never been great with horror, avoid it when I can, enough of it in the world without seeking it intentionally, but that's just me, been through too much maybe, made me prefer gentleness & peace when possible... Yes I really like Counting Crows, the only one still on my computer is "Colourblind", Mournful more than soulful, but I know what you mean, I must dig them out again... I hardly get time to just listen to what I want, because most of the time I am learning new repertoir or disecting stuff for students or creating stuff or arranging for the choir & workshops I run, so there's always music, but mostly stuff I am "working" on... not complaining, I love it so much. We just got funding for the new CD for my choir so I have to arrange & record all the parts, already wrote quite a few songs for it, (they decided on a water theme). My voice has finally recovered from that awful spate of viruses I had all May & much of June, took a bit of a beating... Could hardly work... now I am frantically trying to catch up on every level, makes finding Neo time very difficult (yes, it's time consuming to catch up & stay in touch here & new ones too)... have been naughty today, neglecting work & housework, but we all need a little down time. Waffling, it's late. I do hope your frustration was calmed by the horror write, it must have been good therapy... Soft clouds & wings to you my friend xx Cheers Anni~ ` "Those who dwell among the beauties & mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life" ~ Rachel Carson Writer/conservationist