You are getting closer,
I can hear the crunch of soft sand
the skitter of stones beneath your boots.
Your scent fills my flared nostrils
And your hands of steel butterflies
float over proud bones luring me
to the killing fields.
Your fingers are the scent of
tanned leather,
I lick them like fresh flesh wounds.
Your feathered crop gently brushes my shoulders,
no one can save me now, there is nothing to do,
because you have always known how
to break wild horses.
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Thank you Ian!
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Nice post lovely creatures horses ….. 🌹
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Yes they are 🌹
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Very nice.
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Thanks.
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You are very Welcome 🙂❤
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I really appreciate that! 😊♥️
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A sensuous experience from the first words to the last. I love it. You are a gift to words, Holly! ❦
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Thank you Resa. You’re a gem 💎
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“…luring me gently/ to the killing fields. ” What a chilling line. And the end is stunning. Do I remember this one? Your work leaves an indelible impression.
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This is a restoration Diana. Sometimes I look back at poetry I wrote in the past and find either small or major tweaks that suit me better, at times additional verse makes sense. You will find these tagged or catagorizrd as “ poetry redux” or revisited. Thank you for the lovely compliment. ♥️
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Very beautiful, your poetry is appealing to all senses. Feels like I can taste the sand.
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Such a lovely comment Sue, thank you so much.
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Wow, Holly! Reading this gives me hot flushes …. phew!! A steamy story with beautifully poetic words. Brilliant, Holly!
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I’m glad you like this Erika, thank you 😊
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I loved it, Holly!!
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Thank you Erika, I’m glad!
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So beautifully penned, My Dear!! Loved the way you took us through this!!
xoxoxo
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Thank you Chuck xoxo
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What a lovely poem. It rings down the spine.
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I’m glad you enjoyed Otto, thank you
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Reblogged this on By the Mighty Mumford and commented:
THERE ARE THOSE WHO CAN DO THAT…HOPEFULLY NOT ABANDONING THE TAMED ONCE RHEY ARE! A GREAT ANALOGY—HOLLY’S GREAT AT THESE! 🙂
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Thank
You Jonathan.
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You are my fave poet in your style!
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That’s a lovely compliment, thank you Jon.
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AND IT’S ALL TRUE! 🙂
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Thank you Jon!
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Ohhhh, this is amazing!
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I’m glad you like this Angela. Thank you!
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I do! You’re welcome.
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❤️
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♥️
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This is quite the something something Miss Heart. Very sensual indeed.
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Thank you so much Mr. Cake, I hope you enjoyed.
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I did, you have a way with words and imagery.
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A lovely compliment, always encouraging, thank you so much.
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My pleasure.
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Thank you once again.
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Beautiful horses donkeys and mules
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they are sweet animals
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Wonderfully sensual!
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Thank you Orville. I’m glad you found it so.
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Wonderfully sensual, Ms H.
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Thank you so much Mr. D.
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Absolutely brilliant, Holly. I was right there. Wow!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
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Thank you Amy. Lovely comment!
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You are welcome, Holly! 🦋
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🤗
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J’adore ! 🙂
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Merci! 😊
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Wonderful written, Holy! Horses are a humans best friend too. Not only as here, for working in the woods. Best wishes, Michael
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Thank you Michael. I love horses and horse back ride whenever I can.
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That is nice. Horses are so intelligent. My only experiences this way were in the childhood, and as it was told to me i cried heartmelting. 😉 Maybe i can get a possibility in future. Have a beautiful week.
Michael
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Horses are pretty intimidating to a kid. I hope you’ve had a lovely day Michael! 😊
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You too, Holly! We got sun this day! 🙂
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Great, maybe things are taking a turn for the better! Hope so. 🌝
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🌝🌝
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Holly, I am now humming “Wild Horses” by the Stones. Nicely done. Also, I am thinking of Kirsten Scott Thomas in “The Horse Whisperer.” Of course, my wife is thinking of Robert Redford. Keith
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One of my favorite songs Keith. Robert Redford …I can relate. 😊
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Reblogged this on John Cowgill's Literature Site.
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Thank you so much John, very appreciated.
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You are very graciously welcome so much oh lovely Holly! I appreciate you.
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Likewise dear John!
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There is a profound lesson of life in these lines. The killing fields and nothing left to do speak of a fate many are led to and others choose. Life is consumed by those who come for us with purposes of their own. Once again, I am left in a thousand visions with your poetry.
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I like your interpretation, many are are in the killing fields not by choice . Thank you Dan .
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As always, my pleasure to read you, Rene.
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Thank you Dan
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Hello Holly! Found some wonderful images about horses from Bavaria: https://freidenkerin.com/2019/01/30/sport-spannung-und-viel-gaudi-teil-2/ Maybe you will love it too. Have a nice day! Michael
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I love horses and Bavaria. Thank you Michael , I really love this.
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Oh wow this is beautiful I love horses. They are my favorite animal after dogs. I love the way you play with words ❤
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Hi there Michelle? I love horses too, they have such sweet eyes. Do you ride? I like to ride horseback but it’s been a while. 🌷♥️
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I used to ride when I was a kid. I don’t anymore. I love to go to the pasture and watch them a lot! I don’t know if I could ride with my back the way it is now! But I sure want to with all my heart! ❤
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I hope someday you will be able to ride again, meanwhile, they are a joy to watch! Big hugs!
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A nice picture you’re painting. Loved it.
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Thank you.
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A total amazing poetic verse of words and paints great imagery in the minds of us readers. 🙂
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Ah! Thank you Charlie. You are so encouraging, I really appreciate that! 😊
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You are very welcome, Holly.
Keep on writing and pushing further in your creative heart.
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Thank you Charlie, likewise! Your creative heart is a magical thing!
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You are welcome my friend. 🙂 Bless your heart. 🙂
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🙂
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Unexpected ending. Well done Coeur de feu.
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Thank you Brian!
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That poem was beautiful!
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Thank you , I’m glad you enjoyed reading it.
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Dude! an extraordinary poem!
Love the dramatic flare.
Keep, up the great work!
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Thank you !
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Your welcome, DUDETTE. 😉
If you don’t mind me asking: Where do you get your inspection?
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Lol! It’s pretty obvious, inspection is not required. 👩🏻🦰
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You know I’m a Dudette right?
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Lol, yes! 😂
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😊
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Horses always know how to put me in a good mood!
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They are amazing creatures.
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