Pounding The Pavement by beachzz
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Going to Chicago was almost magic. Meeting people I've been talking to for so long, or even not so long---well, it was as though we'd known each other forever. I'd be walking along, talking with someone, turn around and there'd be someone else. It just didn't matter, we all connected so well, had so much fun---just one of the wonderful times when it all just WORKS!!
This is for all of you, for the sharing, the fun, the laughter--but most of all, your friendship. That is priceless!! Thank you.
Pounding The Pavement
We walked
And talked
Looked
Stared
Stopped
And talked
Some more
We ate
And talked
Looked at
Each other
And said
Wow, we are
All really here
We played
And talked
Looked like
Tourists
With all our
Cameras
And didn't care
We sat
And talked
A table full
Of people
Different places
Similar minds
Huge visions
In the end
It didn't matter
Who we were
What we did
Where we lived
Because
We are friends
And
Always
Will be
9/21/09
and, just so you don't forget who's who---
l-r
mark, corey, cheri, dave, juanita (dave's mom, in front of him), tara, chip, me
Comments (18)
bmac62
Great job Marilyn. Reading your words transports me straight to the streets of Chicago. Your recipe above as I read it: Take eight people, mix them together in a large bowl...er, Chicago, add good weather, combine with Middle Eastern food, toss, and serve on a bed of lettuce. Serves all of us who read and view here:-)
odie
No, I won't forget these faces. I may have them by memory by now. Quiz me! lol. Looks great Marilyn! What glorious weather you had with the wonderful companions nearby. Very nice to see it.
durleybeachbum
How wonderful!!!
Meisiekind
Oh my friend - I was with you guys in heart, mind and spirit... I am so glad that you all enjoyed it so much! Hugs to all... oh - and the poem - perfect! fantastic! :)
lizzibell
very nice...
busi2ness
Perfect way to seal good memories!
goodoleboy
Except for the Middle Eastern food, I'm jealous.
elfin12u
It was an incredibly special day, and one I'll never forget, so much laughter, banter and play with friends I never had met. The time flew by so quickly, and then it was time to go, to say goodbye became hard to do with those I just got to know. I didn't want this day to end, so much magic in the air. To have spent the day with people like this for me has been so rare. We hugged one last time, and then parted ways, we had a long drive yet to do. The occasion was brief, yet so wondrous too, and I am so grateful for having met you
elfin14doaks
This was such a cool and magical day. It was not like we were strangers one bit. It was as if we had know each other all our lives. I didn't want the day to end but it is such a long drive back home. Next time we either stay around there or invade my poor daughter who only lives an hour away. She said oh mom I wanted to come and meet your friends. they all sound so cool. I told her they are and next time for sure. Great poem Marilyn you nailed the feeling I am sure shared by all there that day, and we shall ever remain friends.
auntietk
I can't begin to express what a good time I had! What a phenomenal trip that was. There were no strangers in our gathering ... only good friends meeting in person for the first time.
anahata.c
just wonderful Marilyn, and your photo is beautiful! The poem is simple and to the point as you always do so well, and you captured the simple interactions & moments in your usual little gems of thought & word. You know, I wonder how people feel as they see these uploads and see us all gushing and smiling about it. The thing is, it's real—it was a terrific few days. Maybe it'll inspire other Rosity-ites to do the same: It really is family...Also, to get 'technical', the poem has some of your features as a writer, your use of one word lines, your use of alliteration at beginnings of lines (Stared/Stopped...Who we were/What we did/Where we lived), and your sense of pacing in breaths & little moments. As always, personal & heart to heart; and the photo—I remember when you set it up & ran over to get into it—is beautiful. I did it again, I covered all the Marilyn shots I missed (well, at least the Chicago ones), and I walk away uplifted. Wonderful. I look forward to more; and a great celebration of our time together.
LovelyPoetess
Very sincinctly written. Sounds like it needs to be an annual event, at least. : )
bazza
Nice words and photo, excellent work Marilyn!!
Chipka
I like this, because it fits those days! I remember all of the laughing and those "WOW, we are all here" moments. I especially remember the talking (about EVERYTHING) and that whole feeling that I was somehow transported back to Prague, even though everyone was speaking English without rakish Czech accents. It was so much fun and I'll definitely remember all of what happened and all that we talked (and laughed) about! I'll especially remember sharing food! That's so cool...I usually eat alone, but sharing a meal (going back to a favorite restaurant with a cute long-haired waiter) is always nicest with friends and those people who become extended family in a sense! Beautifully written and I love the group shot...the Unusual Suspects! Superb!
myrrhluz
Wonderful words and image! Such a great day for y'all. I've been enjoying everyone's memories of it.
hipps13
awesome work and so glad to see the smiles warm hugs, Linda
danapommet
Awesome group photo and poem. Sounds like everyone had a great time. Dana
myrabe
It was fun walking with you, but who is the fellow wearing the baseball cap?