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Addressed to Occupant
by Vivian L Dawson

Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Rated "G" by the Author.
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A tangible sanctuary or virtual imprisonment
identity need not be by rooms of given names
nor structure of the walls neither entering by
way of bridging a moat or gated picked fence

So what to feel by being there is to classify
by home or mere house denoting one's value
to be your heaven or hell of existence

Bless be the address known to be of Your
name materialized as a home of comfort in a neighborhood safe by day amid nights serene
with decor in living color

(c) Addressed to Occupant
18January2012
Vivian L Dawson

Photo: Hearst Castle
San Simeon, California

 

 

 


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Reviewed by Connie Faust 1/21/2012
Dear Vivian,
Have received your note, and acknowledge the wisdom contained therein. Although there are days when the atmosphere is not serene, I know it is home and my heart dwells there, where I can wait for healing of hurts and renewal of comfort.
Thank you for your blessing.

Sincerely,
Occupant
Reviewed by Roger Wayne Eberle 1/19/2012
and the wear of my existence be ever unadorned
with all but the adoration of the whom in whom
we all abide, bid stay by far or wide so though
we roam, we room in whom we love

...and I do love this fine poem of yours, dear Vivian!

Peace always,
Roger
Reviewed by Christine Tsen 1/19/2012
Your first line sets this up brilliantly, so true, so painfully true!
I always enjoy your insights, Vivian, very muchly so.
xx
Reviewed by Regis Auffray 1/19/2012
You make some very valid points here, Vivian; a house is but a structure... ...it is love that makes it a home. Love and best wishes to you,

Regis
Reviewed by Christine Alwin 1/19/2012
I toured the Hearst Castle probalby 40 years ago...home is comfort and should always be security wherever that may be~
Christine
Reviewed by Rory Dall (Reader) 1/19/2012
Your choice of illustration is apt. Hearst must be the epitome of someone who did not grasp the concept of home. This reminds me of the old idiom, "home is where the heart is".
Reviewed by Ed Matlack 1/19/2012
The Hearst castle is opulence at its most ugly, but this is poem is the other end of the spectrum, beauty...e
Reviewed by Mr. Ed 1/19/2012
Blessed be the address known as a home of comfort - no matter how humble or extravagant. Amen to that.
Reviewed by jude forese 1/18/2012
you occupy your space well ;)
Reviewed by Laura Fall 1/18/2012
Truly a meaningful poem so well done as always, Laura
Reviewed by Mary Ann Biddinger 1/18/2012
Hearst Castle is beautiful...a home is a haven of love and peace
Lady Mary Ann
Reviewed by Joy Hale 1/18/2012
Your home should always be your castle! Meaningful words here. For Occupant, throw this in the trash. Joy L. Hale
Reviewed by Amber Moonstone 1/18/2012
Home is where your heart is, no matter what...Nicely done.
Peace, love and light,
Amber
Reviewed by Cliff Long (Reader) 1/18/2012
A lovely poem and picture of Hearst Castle, San Simeon, California. Thank you for the memory remembered of "The Sandpiper", a great love story with Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton at their best, filmed in San Simeon.
Reviewed by Jerry Bolton 1/18/2012
Last stanza nailed it down for me, Vivian. I was holeless back when it wasn't cool. Seen my share of missions, blah, blah, blah. Good poetry.
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