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Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
Nothing grows
in this garden of bones
shadowed tombstones moan
darkness whispers of beauty found
transgressions and sin no longer bound
the sky turns black with burning lust
the gates to hell await the dusk
a warning to all, beware!
abandon hope and so despair
as fear and morality strive
pray that sanity survives
too late, the gates slam shut
trapped forever in deliriums flood
madness tasting like dripping blood
eyes dilate and hunger consumes you
you feast upon your dark desires
gorge yourself on mortal sins
gnawing fingers to the bone
the devils' garden to be sown
one last thought screams in the night
"this isn't real, this isn't real, this isn't real"
a mantra recited endlessly
in the rotting decay of reality
"this isn't real, this isn't ........ real"
in this garden of bones
shadowed tombstones moan
darkness whispers of beauty found
transgressions and sin no longer bound
the sky turns black with burning lust
the gates to hell await the dusk
a warning to all, beware!
abandon hope and so despair
as fear and morality strive
pray that sanity survives
too late, the gates slam shut
trapped forever in deliriums flood
madness tasting like dripping blood
eyes dilate and hunger consumes you
you feast upon your dark desires
gorge yourself on mortal sins
gnawing fingers to the bone
the devils' garden to be sown
one last thought screams in the night
"this isn't real, this isn't real, this isn't real"
a mantra recited endlessly
in the rotting decay of reality
"this isn't real, this isn't ........ real"
Author's Note
I read, “Because I Wanted to Write
Something Dark” by APissPoorShaman (Ryszard)
A few comments between us led to a collaboration. We hope you enjoy this version entitled, “Nothing grows”
Written word by Ryzard
Video and audio by NightGoddess
Something Dark” by APissPoorShaman (Ryszard)
A few comments between us led to a collaboration. We hope you enjoy this version entitled, “Nothing grows”
Written word by Ryzard
Video and audio by NightGoddess
All writing remains the property of the author. Don't use it for any purpose without their permission.
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Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
we totally love the darkness here and the fact that it completes. Totally worth a second read, tight
Hahaha only read originally that vid is also tight, dang you have skills
Hahaha only read originally that vid is also tight, dang you have skills
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Re: Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
11th Feb 2023 4:19pm
Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
11th Feb 2023 2:51am
What's not to love about a collaboration with a kick ass video and audio accompaniment, terrific gravity in the unfolding, authority of voice. Awesome work guys.
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11th Feb 2023 4:20pm
Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
11th Feb 2023 3:08am
Righteous creepy output you 2.
It's not real ....
You bet your ass it is.
BIG LIKE
MORE
It's not real ....
You bet your ass it is.
BIG LIKE
MORE
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11th Feb 2023 4:21pm
Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
11th Feb 2023 4:33am
Dear NG,
Dang girl! This is terrific! You both have created something quite extraordinary. It flows wonderfully and the reading brings it to life. Congratulations. Awesome collaboration. 🌷
Dang girl! This is terrific! You both have created something quite extraordinary. It flows wonderfully and the reading brings it to life. Congratulations. Awesome collaboration. 🌷
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Re: Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
11th Feb 2023 4:22pm
Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
11th Feb 2023 6:22am
Most impactful from the audio/visual presentation. Great work product from both of you. Drawn in and held to the last word.
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11th Feb 2023 4:23pm
Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
11th Feb 2023 7:54am
Every now and again the stars align and you get to work with someone that is truly spectacular. Of course, that someone is you but beyond your amazing skills and vision you understood the nuances of my writing and showed me depths of my work that I only dreamed about. You took a simple poem and added drama, suspense, and subtilty far beyond what was written. Just wow, I am forever in your debt.
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Re: Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
11th Feb 2023 4:31pm
Ryzard, the makings were there and together we created! Yes it seems the stars were aligned and you so graciously allowed me your words. This was an enjoyable experience. Thank you!
Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
11th Feb 2023 5:05pm
the metaphor of tombstones is superb because the reader can take the word in many ways that fit with the rest of the write!
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11th Feb 2023 5:59pm
Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
11th Feb 2023 10:56pm
The mergence of word and audio paired with the mood of the video really produced a great piece of art. Great collaborative outcome.
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11th Feb 2023 11:11pm
Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
11th Feb 2023 11:28pm
The write is very well done. And I will stop by their page to tell them so.
Your addition takes it to a different level, obviously. You enunciate the words so well and add impact at all the right spots.
Additionally, choosing to work together with another shows your generosity. Classy move.
Your addition takes it to a different level, obviously. You enunciate the words so well and add impact at all the right spots.
Additionally, choosing to work together with another shows your generosity. Classy move.
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Re: Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
11th Feb 2023 11:45pm
I appreciate this very much and on behalf of Ryzard as well. Thank you, Styxian!
Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
12th Feb 2023 11:42am
I love your read, awesome sound effects as well.
"madness tasting like dripping blood
eyes dilate and hunger consumes you
you feast upon your dark desires
gorge yourself on mortal sins"
Beautiful wordsmithing.
LJ
"madness tasting like dripping blood
eyes dilate and hunger consumes you
you feast upon your dark desires
gorge yourself on mortal sins"
Beautiful wordsmithing.
LJ
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Re: Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
12th Feb 2023 4:25pm
These lines grabbed me as well. Many powerful descriptives written to work with. Thank you very much, LJ!
Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
15th Feb 2023 2:19pm
So much has been said already but this is absolutely awesome. The video is amazing, it follows the words perfectly and is so incredibly immersive. And the reading, okay I know it's not necessarily meant to be sexy but it's so sexy to me. ;) You are a true artist and really made the incredible writing come to life. And Rhyszard, you know how to write the darkness so beautifully. Although I see the emptiness, depression despair, sadness, and insanity in it; I can also see the peacefulness, passion, and how it can maintain some semblance of sanity as well. Absolutely phenomenal collaboration. Love it!
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15th Feb 2023 9:14pm
Hi Kristina, thank you! I am truly honored!
When I read Ryzard’s poem, I felt the words and he let me have full creative license with it! I agree, there was darkness and beauty!
It could have been read and presented in many ways and he has been hinting at other versions. This was an unexpected collaboration and I’m so happy for the outcome, the opportunity to collaborate and to share in the creativity.
Thank you again, Kristina!
When I read Ryzard’s poem, I felt the words and he let me have full creative license with it! I agree, there was darkness and beauty!
It could have been read and presented in many ways and he has been hinting at other versions. This was an unexpected collaboration and I’m so happy for the outcome, the opportunity to collaborate and to share in the creativity.
Thank you again, Kristina!
Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
18th Feb 2023 2:05am
The video audio really helps add depth to what you’re feeling while reading this poem. Bravo to the writer and videographer for allowing the reader to feel the emotion in this piece.
xoxo - prettypoet
xoxo - prettypoet
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Re: Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
18th Feb 2023 2:09am
Hello Pretty Poet!
Thank you, it was great creating this video to Ryzard’s amazing poem! A lot of dimension to work with! Thank you again and welcome to the DUP!
Thank you, it was great creating this video to Ryzard’s amazing poem! A lot of dimension to work with! Thank you again and welcome to the DUP!
Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
18th Feb 2023 12:23pm
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18th Feb 2023 2:39pm
Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
23rd Feb 2023 6:40pm
I gotta say, I enjoy those sinister writes that bring about dreaded anticipation, and this coupled with your great reading added more.
Outstanding work.
Outstanding work.
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Re: Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
24th Feb 2023 4:42am
I was really into Ryzard’s poem when I first saw it posted…the darkness and flow was great. It was so awesome to be able to read it.
I’m so glad you enjoyed this! Thank you for all, Wally!
I’m so glad you enjoyed this! Thank you for all, Wally!
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Re: Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
2nd Mar 2023 6:21pm
Hello Raconteur!
I am honored by your comment and thank you very much on behalf of Ryzard and myself.
Regards, NG 🌹
I am honored by your comment and thank you very much on behalf of Ryzard and myself.
Regards, NG 🌹
Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
22nd Mar 2023 11:17pm
I had to come back and listen to this again. It was so awesome with your intense pronunciation of each verse, so to speak.
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Re: Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
23rd Mar 2023 00:32am
Hey TC,
The verses were written with much emotion so the audio cues fell into place. Thank you for listening!
The verses were written with much emotion so the audio cues fell into place. Thank you for listening!
Anonymous
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26th Mar 2023 10:35pm
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Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
26th Mar 2023 11:03pm
Thank you, Cara!
We are so glad you enjoyed this!
Thank you also for adding it to your RL 🌹
We are so glad you enjoyed this!
Thank you also for adding it to your RL 🌹
Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
31st Mar 2023 10:52pm
Where did it all go. I came out to see new work BUT NONE. and the hope of being inspired crashed on the rocks. Leaving me to find only this work on the site. I hope your are still writing. If you are not there will be a void. I frequent many literary sites and have always enjoyed your perspective on the world. If you check these posts I wish you the best and urge you to contribute to the world. You are rare and have allot to say. BFT.
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Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
1st Apr 2023 10:29pm
Hi RFT!
I’m getting published!! So, I’m protecting my IP.
Yes, I am still writing and painting! Thank you for all the wonderful support you have given me through your beautiful comments!
I’m getting published!! So, I’m protecting my IP.
Yes, I am still writing and painting! Thank you for all the wonderful support you have given me through your beautiful comments!
Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
17th May 2023 8:32pm
I really like how this comes together. Its a moving collection of wonderful thoughts. Good job guys.
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Re. Nothing grows (Collaboration with Ryzard)
21st May 2023 4:16pm