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The Ghost of a Rose
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The ghost of a rose touched my heart
beneath a shadowy moon
where lover’s cares
and merchant’s wares
are bartered for a tune

The plans of the past rose from the dead
with the hypocrisy of a dove
bringing haunted dreams
and sheltered screams
of a memory once called love

Bringing haunted dreams
and sheltered screams
of a violence once called love

The strength of the moment was challenged today
by a phantom deep within
where right is wrong
and evil, good
and tradition is seen as sin

Where confusion reigns
with insanity’s chains
and righteousness is viewed as sin
 

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 Reviews of "The Ghost of a Rose"
Reviewed by Elizabeth Russo
Reviewed on July 2, 2009
This is wonderfully written, but I can't help feel the sadness within after reading this piece. Beautiful writing, profound poem ~ Elizabeth

Reviewed by Muhammad Al Mahdi
Reviewed on January 14, 2005
Sweet. It's on the limit of what can be expressed, on the limit of what can be felt, as love always is. This is why love is hard to bear and its memory even harder. But it is always sweet.

Reviewed by Regis Auffray
Reviewed on December 10, 2004
This is well thought out and expresses a powerful message, Lori. Love and peace to you. Regis

Reviewed by Edwin Larson
Reviewed on December 10, 2004
Beautifully written and well concieved...I especially like the alternate recant of the third stanza...Excellent work...enjoyed.
EDL

Reviewed by Thomas Lanechanger (Reader)
Reviewed on December 10, 2004
Lori, far too many try to justify their unacceptable behavior, and unfortunately seek out to qualify other redefinitions of the way things should be, and it’s not for the betterment of mankind. You have penned an extremely well thought out composition. Thank you for sharing it. Take care and be well.

Reviewed on December 10, 2004
(((lori)))

a thought provoking, powerful write; a keeper. :)

(((HUGS))) and love, karla.

i'm glad mine inspired yours--and yours is so much better :)

Reviewed on December 10, 2004
Lori,

Cleverly conceived and well-written ... outstanding poem!!


Best wishes,

Robert

Reviewed by Kate Clifford (Reader)
Reviewed on December 9, 2004
Profound write!

Reviewed by Nordette Adams
Reviewed on December 9, 2004
Well composed.

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)
Reviewed on December 9, 2004
THIS is awesome! I have learned to hat that "awesome" word but it fits in describing your poetry this morning, Lori. You delved into the guts and bile of societal ills and camme up with a lasting and true portriat of same. THIS is awesome!

Reviewed on December 9, 2004
Lori:

This one is superb! Wonderfully-done!

Sandie May Angel :o)

Reviewed by SHERRY HEIM
Reviewed on December 9, 2004
Lori, this is one of your very best poems I have read. The title is fantastic and I love the format and rhyme. I can sense the aching of the memories echoing through the verses. I am keeping this in my library. Excellent writing!
Take care,
Sherry

Reviewed by Mary Quire
Reviewed on December 9, 2004
Nicely done. I love the form that you have chosen. It flows beautifully.

M.Rose

Reviewed by Lisa Hilbers
Reviewed on December 9, 2004
I wonder often why can't the past just stay there...but then we wouldn't be free to pull up the good things either..
Great work Lori.

Lisa

Reviewed by Silke Lance, Dr. Ph (Reader)
Reviewed on December 9, 2004
Very thoughtful words!Well penned!

Reviewed by William Bonilla
Reviewed on December 9, 2004
Profound
thought provoking

William ....Peace 7 Love

Reviewed by Larry Rochelle
Reviewed on December 9, 2004
Thoughtful words on lost integrity, well done.

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes
Reviewed on December 8, 2004
Deep hauting write Lori!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by jeanne watson
Reviewed on December 8, 2004
Yes, very well penned....and great to read aloud.....

jeanne

Reviewed by Carole Mathys
Reviewed on December 8, 2004
haunting and deep, very well done

Reviewed by Daniel McTaggart
Reviewed on December 8, 2004
I agree with Eileen. Poems like this are like a faucet that, once turned on, are not easily shut off. I used to run away with my own dark emotions a while back. Sometimes it was hard to come back. But sometimes they were like a warm heavy blanket.

Reviewed by George Jackson
Reviewed on December 8, 2004
Fantastic. Sorry, it was so good, thats all I could think of =(. An excellent poem.

Reviewed on December 8, 2004
Your way with words is overwhelming. great pen Lori

Reviewed by Janet Parker
Reviewed on December 8, 2004
Lori, this is a wonderfully written dark poem. I can relate and my dreams won't stop after all of these years. They are killing me.

Reviewed by Janet Caldwell
Reviewed on December 8, 2004
You hit the nail on the head in verse, always visceral in a subtle way, does that make sense? I enjoyed the poem and the truth in it.

JC xoxoxo

Reviewed by Judy Lloyd (Reader)
Reviewed on December 8, 2004
An excellent poem and one that I can definetly relate to. Very well done.

Reviewed by - - - - - TRASK
Reviewed on December 8, 2004
The Ghosts, Plans,Dreams Are Strength Where Confusion Reigns Over Insanity,i.e. Be Forever Righteous Without Sin_

excellent!

TRASK

Reviewed by Andy Turner (Reader)
Reviewed on December 8, 2004
Blimey. White is black, black is white.

Stunningly written, and a great sub text too.

Reviewed by jude forese
Reviewed on December 8, 2004
as a poet, your imagery and ability to reach into the depths of life's travails has become extemporary in delivery and outstanding in affect ...

Reviewed by E T Waldron
Reviewed on December 8, 2004
Lori when you write like this, you take my breath away!Eloquent and superb!

Reviewed by Felix Perry
Reviewed on December 8, 2004
Now this is worthy of you Lori, not only great poem but wonderful song lyrics as well.
Nice work,
Felix


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