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  1. Parker Owens
    Vireos The vireo, or preacher-bird, is far less often seen than heard; he sings quite near the topmost limb, repeating phrases word for word. Perhaps you’ll get a glimpse of him, all dressed in green and somewhat slim, prepared to sermonize all day and chant the evening vesper hymn. The feathered cleric oft will pray for caterpillars to fillet; his homilies cease not for lunch, siesta time or holid
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    Moment

    Parker Owens commented on Thorn Wilde's story chapter in Moment

    I’m glad you posted this, even though it’s so very sad. We need to remember.
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    Moment

    Parker Owens commented on Thorn Wilde's story chapter in Moment

    Your song lyric makes me weep and despair, all over again. I remember the tragedy far too well. What makes some people so afraid that hatred and violence seems the only way to respond?
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    For me, self care means making time to read and to write and exercise. It means telling the menagerie of beasts that roar and growl within to be quiet for a while. Thanks for initiating this conversation.
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    There are dozens upon dozens of fluffy romances out there. This isn’t one of them. Wayne Gray shows great skill in weaving the stories of different men together, giving the reader a beautiful, challenging emotional tapestry to experience. Though you may want to, you ought not devour this tale. It needs time to savor, and is worth every moment you spend with it.
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    A sweet, beautiful finale to an awesome story. Markus completes the circle, and in so doing, grows it. It is a marvelous place you have brought us in these pages. Thank you.
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    I wish I didn’t know what you meant in this poem, but I do, far too well. I’m glad you could enter on the journey to yourself.
  8. Parker Owens
    You speak with enormous wisdom, molly. I find self-care to be very difficult, too.
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    Connections

    Parker Owens commented on Wayne Gray's story chapter in Connections

    You gave us glimpses of a brighter, happier world; one that Tad helped create. It’s wonderful. Thank you.
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    You’re very kind to comment on my small effort to write about this very difficult subject. I know many people disagree with me, but I fear something is far wrong with what is happening.
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    Thank you, Def, for reading these, and for your comments. Those moments of listening to the wind - and hearing nothing else - are pure gold in a busy world.
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    Chapter 16

    Parker Owens commented on TheZot's story chapter in Chapter 16

    I’m impressed that this story have a saccharine finish, but came to a natural rest. I enjoyed reading this.
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    Last Wishes

    Parker Owens commented on Wayne Gray's story chapter in Last Wishes

    The title for this chapter is perfect. Tad’s wishes for his lovers, his friends, and for the world are realized. Stanley and Kent’s collaring was beautifully told; yet it Markus’ waking to a new world that made me smile most. Exactly as Tad wanted.
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    Thanks, Gary, for reading these and for your response. What’s left of the old house still evokes a thousand memories. I’m glad you could maybe hear them.
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    I agree with @Mikiesboy; I do not believe this to be bad poetry. Its lines are important, significant. I can only offer you hugs and hope for what hurts.
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    The bear will have to wait his turn. The wolf continues to stay in my mind; I could see his facial expression. I’m glad that encounter resonated with you. Thanks for reading these, and for your thoughts.
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    Why am I not surprised about the wolf being your favorite? Thanks for reading these, and for responding.
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    I’m glad each of these made you smile in turn. My Grandmother’s house always has a special place for me in memory. Thank you for taking time with these.
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    Sunrise and stars in New England seem far different from what I know here at home. There’s not much left of my Grandmother’s house now, just the barn. The place never fails to bring echoes and ghosts to my mind. You are very kind to read these, and to respond.
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    I’m glad that made you grin. I confess I laughed about it long after the fireworks were over. Thanks for reading and for your comments.
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    The Past III

    Parker Owens commented on Black Paper's story chapter in The Past III

    Here is poetic assurance. Here is encouragement. Everyone needs this sometimes. Thank you.
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    July the Fourth Quite a stir on Independence Day that colorful African shirt caused in the middle of all those tasteful Freeport plaids and tees urging a renewed greatness; certain to cause chatter next winter. In the Meadow Do you hear the north wind calling out, as it whispers through a thousand trees giving voice to brooding hemlock and pliant birch; one reasoning, another plaintive, yet each green branch calling: stay with
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    Each of these spoke to me. The first made me feel as if I were part of a fantasy novel, or maybe a book like Wrinkle in Time. You let me feel both vastness and a kind of sureness in that universe when there’s a we, not just a me. The second of these stirs my mind, wills me to act. Your clear sight could move all but the stoniest of hearts, the ones who can’t see beyond this quarter’s profit-and-loss.
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    Fantastic! I really like this!
  25. Parker Owens
    I liked Wish for the hope and longing I feel in it; and Invitation for the many, many images of summer you brought to mind. Thank you.
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