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Mr. Kexby
It’s been ten days
nothing seems the same
magic gone, words benign
looming wanderers
poetry to poetry
all sounding the same.
The golden hand with eternal pen
living calligraphy on fabric of skin
weaving immortality on alabaster sheets
with childlike delight, unveiling shrouds
embarking wingless flight with guiding light
through forests of our minds
with each tender caress
wild flowers bloomed from fingertips
scattering seeds on drought of our minds.
It’s been three years, ten days and a one
nothing seems the same, neither you or I
my friend; smiles are deeper, the wine is richer
brimming with wisdom
nestled in warmth of our wrinkles, and
the golden words fall like drops of rain
finding perfect puddle to fill the pain
“There’s beauty in grey”, you said.
"Where Jack used to play,"
I long to be in that picture frame.
I see you standing far far away
on the Avenue looking up ahead
searching for the one
who colored dull days
when everything was the same.
The world will be flat
someday
without you my friend, and
nothing well ever be the same.
Author’s note: “Avenue’ has always been his favorite word, phonically and aesthetically. Jack was his dog who passed away about 2yrs ago.
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Re. Mr. Kexby
29th Sep 2016 4:46pm
this is so loving and a beautiful pen to a poetic treasure lovely Rina..
love Brenda
love Brenda
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Re: Re. Mr. Kexby
29th Sep 2016 4:56pm
He was the only one from day one who ever believed in me and I owe everything to him. I'm not gonna lie, i worry when i see his absence from du. I just hope he's ok.
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Re: Re. Mr. Kexby
29th Sep 2016 5:48pm
He certainly is a treasure to know and I personally feel very grateful for his friendship and guidance. I know he knows how much i care about him, and his gifts will keep on giving.
Thank you very much ML for dropping by, i'm sure he will appreciate it.
Thank you very much ML for dropping by, i'm sure he will appreciate it.
Re. Mr. Kexby
29th Sep 2016 5:46pm
"my friend, smiles are deeper, the wine is richer
brimming with wisdom
nestled in warmth of our wrinkles" <--- these lines?! These lines right here?! There's inspiration in these words. Everyone should take a minute and inhale them. :)
..a beautiful homage, Vee. xo
brimming with wisdom
nestled in warmth of our wrinkles" <--- these lines?! These lines right here?! There's inspiration in these words. Everyone should take a minute and inhale them. :)
..a beautiful homage, Vee. xo
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Re: Re. Mr. Kexby
29th Sep 2016 6:12pm
It's a strange world isn't it Rain, where someone so far away whom we'll never perhaps meet can be so influential in our lives and i suppose it can work positively or negatively but in this case, most definitely 1k positively.
I"m lucky to have surrounded myself with a small group of wonderful people on here such as you and few other people whom i can always count on their true character and friendship.
Thank you beautiful Rain for your kindness.
I"m lucky to have surrounded myself with a small group of wonderful people on here such as you and few other people whom i can always count on their true character and friendship.
Thank you beautiful Rain for your kindness.
Re. Mr. Kexby
30th Sep 2016 3:29am
Fibers of true Friendship :) wonderfully woven Vee..this was beautiful and heartfelt!!
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Re: Re. Mr. Kexby
2nd Oct 2016 3:55pm
Thank you PD and yes it goes beyond friendship, he's given me many gifts without expecting anything back and i will always cherish them.
Re. Mr. Kexby
30th Sep 2016 5:59am
Simply speechless, such profound a gorgeous lines, brimming with emotion.
"I see you standing far far away
on the Avenue looking up ahead
searching for the one
who colored dull days
when everything was the same"
I positively adore that stanza.
I thank you for sharing this wonderful piece! :)
~anonshadow😏
"I see you standing far far away
on the Avenue looking up ahead
searching for the one
who colored dull days
when everything was the same"
I positively adore that stanza.
I thank you for sharing this wonderful piece! :)
~anonshadow😏
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Re: Re. Mr. Kexby
5th Oct 2016 1:25am
I know you know him Anon, you read him sometimes and i know he's commented on some of your work and its always such a pleasure to see one of his comments, ty for liking my tribute.
Re. Mr. Kexby
30th Sep 2016 9:59am
Ok, you have me curious about him
now, so I need to see this pen that
moved you to write such loving beauty... Outstanding dedication lady.
now, so I need to see this pen that
moved you to write such loving beauty... Outstanding dedication lady.
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Re: Re. Mr. Kexby
His writing style is more reminiscence of classic poetry but there's great deal of technique, rhythm and skill he infuses that most often is amiss to the naked eye. I hope he comes back soon. Thanks PIKM for your praise I appreciate it :)
Re. Mr. Kexby
3rd Oct 2016 4:35am
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5th Oct 2016 1:20am
Re. Mr. Kexby
6th Oct 2016 10:22am
I've read some of his work & it's certainly true poetry,
& your poem is beautiful.
he'll find this & there will be a great celebration...
& your poem is beautiful.
he'll find this & there will be a great celebration...
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Re: Re. Mr. Kexby
1st Dec 2016 1:48am
Very true John, to me he will always be the most instrumental person I've ever met. Thank you for reading and commenting.
Re. Mr. Kexby
7th Oct 2016 4:36am
I am a huge admirer of Kexby's work-- gifted poet and a friend to us all on DUP. This is a beautiful tribute that will make Kexby no doubt proud. Thank you for sharing Kexby's importance to you, how inspirational to us all <3
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Re: Re. Mr. Kexby
1st Dec 2016 1:47am
He certainly is all that and more Muse, thank you very much for stopping by with your lovely comment.
Re. Mr. Kexby
1st Dec 2016 1:26am
Awe Vee.......I luv reading tributes to souls that touch ones life.......such a heart touching one to Mr. Kexby.......enjoyed this......purple luv & hugs xo :)
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Re: Re. Mr. Kexby
1st Dec 2016 1:45am
We all have that certain someone Flower and I've always been so proud and grateful to have met him.
Thank you for your beautiful comment xo
Thank you for your beautiful comment xo
Re. Mr. Kexby
16th Feb 2017 9:17pm
Hey...i know a guy with that name!!!
A Gorgeous and Tender Tribute-You should put this in the current Comp. about Authors at DU !!!
Truly a Gorgeous Write!!!
A Gorgeous and Tender Tribute-You should put this in the current Comp. about Authors at DU !!!
Truly a Gorgeous Write!!!
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Re: Re. Mr. Kexby
25th Feb 2017 5:03am
Which comp is that? Well at this point pretty much everyone knows how much he means to me and his tender and yet firm touch has influenced not only my writing but my personal outlook and conviction in life. I owe so much to him and I love him dearly.
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25th Feb 2017 5:04am