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Very interesting Chris. Puts an even wider perspective onto it than I'd
received. I can only remember back to when I was about 4.
Again, good poem. Loads to discuss. Not that poetry is written for that reason, but us readers can't help it, can we. It's one of the joys of Blogit - having the writer present for such discussions, though as I was saying to Katray the other day, a writer's explanation can sometimes take away the mystique of poetry for the reader.
posted by
_dave_says_ack_
on January 10, 2007 at 9:21 AM
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.Dave.Thank you so much.
It is only through intensive therapy-that I-the adult-Can 'feel' what the baby felt! But-as you perceived-it also encompasses what I myself (the supposed adult)-have felt too.Then of course-it is written from the point of view of me-the patient,to enlighten others!However-having said that-I have made little drawings of what I 'saw' as the baby-(what I believe I saw).I feel as though I can go back as far as my days in the 'womb'.I'm not 100% sure if this is so-or what it is! I must tell you-during the past 7-8 years I have 'grown up' and become psychologically healthy.Thank you for your feed back-much appreciated.Chris.
posted by
Scramble
on January 10, 2007 at 8:50 AM
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Chris, this is such an all-encompassing poem, exploring many facets
of what constitutes you, the poet. For me (whether intended or not), the imagination of the baby's thoughts become a metaphor for how you're feeling as a grown-up too. This is either very skilfully done, or done with an innate talent for widening out the content to make it more meaningful on different layers.
I loved the ending too and received your intention there without need of the footnote.
Bold, brave, brilliant writing.
posted by
_dave_says_ack_
on January 10, 2007 at 6:31 AM
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Thank you Kat--sometimes I wonder too-as I look back-
but so many have had worse-far worse-than I to come through.I'm nearly there! Bless you my Friend.Chris.
posted by
Scramble
on January 10, 2007 at 6:20 AM
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Greetings to you too-Chilitree--
and thank you.Chris.
posted by
Scramble
on January 10, 2007 at 6:17 AM
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Troosha-you are so right-in everything you say.
Thank you-Chris.
posted by
Scramble
on January 10, 2007 at 6:17 AM
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Thank you TAPS-I appreciate your comments.
Chris.
posted by
Scramble
on January 10, 2007 at 6:15 AM
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Chris
I am so surprised you survived all that you have it mad me cry to read this you are my friend and I care for you i don't think there is anything else to say , Good luck my friend
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Kat02
on January 9, 2007 at 4:56 PM
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Grestings Scramble!
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Chilitree
on January 9, 2007 at 10:02 AM
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Scramble
Sometimes when we’re feeling “alright” the dark shadows can or do seep in but that’s when we have to dig deep and step around them. The “black chasmic void” – product of depression, fear, rejection, or loneliness – can be transformed into a warm glow of light and love. Forgiveness of others and acceptance of one self is key and I believe your more recent work reflects that you have achieved this.
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Troosha
on January 9, 2007 at 9:17 AM
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Scramble
It is so horrifyingly sad that there are so many unwanted babies born to uncaring people. It saddens me that you have that past. I'm glad that you are working towards wholeness in the present and I wish for you the best of the future.
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TAPS.
on January 9, 2007 at 5:00 AM
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