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Broken Knives and Tears of Woe MAG

August 2, 2013
By Shade3043 DIAMOND, Shade3043 Did This, In Case Of Anonymous, Other
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Shade3043 DIAMOND, Shade3043 Did This, In Case Of Anonymous, Other
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Favorite Quote:
When I was a boy, I would always hear scary things in the news and my mother would say to me, "Always look for the helpers. Everywhere you look you will always find people helping." - Fred Rogers

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What if the snow fell into the skies?
No need for whats and hows and whys.
What if the light takes in the darkness.
Round and round, the old, worn lies.
Like the records with the scratches.
Light the dark ages with the matches.

How can't you see perfection in your
weary soul?
Broken ladders and clenched fists cover
the mind.
You look and look, more rage is all you find.
I want to try to be that supporting pillar.
Helping the butterflies sprout their wings.
Connecting the minds and hearts of the
broken glass.

Come hither to the moon and the stars,
so wondrous.
Stare at the sky until you know you're okay.
Safe under the protection of the swaying trees.
Anger and anguish run through your veins.
The mirrors lie and illusion reigns.

How can't you see perfection in your
weary soul?
Broken ladders and clenched fists cover
the mind.
You look and look, more rage is all you find.
I want to try to be that supporting pillar.
Helping the butterflies sprout their wings.
Connecting the minds and hearts of the
broken glass.

Carry on through this life, poor, tired soul.
Know that you are never truly alone.
People will always be here for you and
for me.
All of this pain will be just a memory.
Nobody on this earth wants to see you go.
I just want to make sure you know.
Don't ever give up on this life.
This world needs you, so just put down
that knife.
People love you, people need you.
You'll make it through the storm.

© Brandon T., Manila, UT

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Tylersaysrawr GOLD said...
on May. 13 2016 at 11:11 pm
Tylersaysrawr GOLD, Lyons, New York
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&quot;Smile little princess things get better&quot; &lt;3

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I wanna join in too lol
taylorgotthed said...
on Sep. 23 2014 at 1:45 pm
@Shade, wow that was amazing. Very much emotion. It was aca-mazing.
Shade3043 DIAMOND said...
on Jun. 15 2014 at 9:33 pm
Shade3043 DIAMOND, Shade3043 Did This, In Case Of Anonymous, Other
87 articles 0 photos 168 comments

Favorite Quote:
When I was a boy, I would always hear scary things in the news and my mother would say to me, &quot;Always look for the helpers. Everywhere you look you will always find people helping.&quot; - Fred Rogers

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I thank you for your support, but please. Call me Shade. There is no purpose for the "@." Do you think that I won't be able to tell that your talking about me without the "@?" So, please. Call me Shade. Thank you.
Olivia-Atlet ELITE said...
on May. 25 2014 at 8:59 pm
Olivia-Atlet ELITE, Dardenne Prairie, Missouri
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"To these the past hath its phantoms,<br /> More real than solid earth;<br /> And to these death does not mean decay,<br /> But only another birth" <br /> - Isabella Banks

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Loved it @Shade! Keep writing! XD
411Ellie PLATINUM said...
on Nov. 30 2013 at 1:16 pm
411Ellie PLATINUM, Fridley, Minnesota
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&quot;Paper is more patient than people.&quot; &ndash;Anne Frank

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Absolutely beautiful. Never stop writing!! ~Lexy
AMERICA. BRONZE said...
on Oct. 22 2013 at 11:03 pm
AMERICA. BRONZE, Portland, Oregon
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Surround yourself with the dreamers and the doers, the believers and the thinkers, but most of all, surround yourself with those who see greatness within you, even when you don&#039;t see it yourself.<br /> <br /> DO NOT BE AFRAID is written in the Bible 365 times.T.

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Congrats Umbrella! I love your poem.. 
midnightwoah said...
on Sep. 9 2013 at 8:26 pm
midnightwoah, Monett, Missouri
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&quot;We accept the love we think we deserve.&quot; -Stephen Chbosky

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I can see this song Shade. It made me think of an interrogation. Great Job 
Alabian GOLD said...
on Aug. 25 2013 at 11:23 pm
Alabian GOLD, Limbo, Other
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Love it Shade! This is wonderful! Keep up the good work :)))
Shade3043 DIAMOND said...
on Aug. 24 2013 at 6:51 pm
Shade3043 DIAMOND, Shade3043 Did This, In Case Of Anonymous, Other
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Favorite Quote:
When I was a boy, I would always hear scary things in the news and my mother would say to me, &quot;Always look for the helpers. Everywhere you look you will always find people helping.&quot; - Fred Rogers

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Thank both of you for the feedback. :D
Potterhead_Is_amazing GOLD said...
on Aug. 24 2013 at 4:46 pm
Potterhead_Is_amazing GOLD, Arvada, Colorado
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Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, so long as one remembers to turn on the light.

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I agree with Rae. This was amazing to me and I hope that some day I could write something as good as this. I also think you (also like rae said) WILL be a professional writer someday. Don't stop writing!
raeee GOLD said...
on Aug. 24 2013 at 8:24 am
raeee GOLD, Walla Walla, Georgia
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&quot;Would she hear me if I called her name? Would she hold me if she knew my shame? Would she even love me if I was to blame?&quot; -Favourite poem ever&hearts;

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I, personally, really, really, REALLY, liked it. Keep it up, dear. You'll be a professional one day. :3
Shade3043 DIAMOND said...
on Aug. 24 2013 at 1:35 am
Shade3043 DIAMOND, Shade3043 Did This, In Case Of Anonymous, Other
87 articles 0 photos 168 comments

Favorite Quote:
When I was a boy, I would always hear scary things in the news and my mother would say to me, &quot;Always look for the helpers. Everywhere you look you will always find people helping.&quot; - Fred Rogers

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Is there any way we can work together on it?
Shade3043 DIAMOND said...
on Aug. 24 2013 at 1:30 am
Shade3043 DIAMOND, Shade3043 Did This, In Case Of Anonymous, Other
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Favorite Quote:
When I was a boy, I would always hear scary things in the news and my mother would say to me, &quot;Always look for the helpers. Everywhere you look you will always find people helping.&quot; - Fred Rogers

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Absolutely! I would love to hear it! :D
Meg J BRONZE said...
on Aug. 24 2013 at 1:10 am
Meg J BRONZE, Madera, California
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Can I have permission to put some music to this? I would always give full credit on everything, I just would LOVE to play this.
JoyetaGhosh BRONZE said...
on Aug. 20 2013 at 1:54 pm
JoyetaGhosh BRONZE, Kolkata, Other
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Always have a book at hand, in the parlor, on the table, for the family; a book of condensed thought and striking anecdote, of sound maxims and truthful apothegms. It will impress on your own mind a thousand valuable suggestions, and teach your children a thousand lessons of truth and duty. Such a book is a casket of jewels for your housebold. - Tryon Edwards

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..wow....awesome one...simply love it.!!
Shade3043 DIAMOND said...
on Aug. 15 2013 at 8:17 am
Shade3043 DIAMOND, Shade3043 Did This, In Case Of Anonymous, Other
87 articles 0 photos 168 comments

Favorite Quote:
When I was a boy, I would always hear scary things in the news and my mother would say to me, &quot;Always look for the helpers. Everywhere you look you will always find people helping.&quot; - Fred Rogers

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I thank you so much for your post. When I saw it I nearly looked like a ghost! Oh, it's a pleasure to see. Good feedback to me. Such a comment is better than most. :D
GreyGirl ELITE said...
on Aug. 15 2013 at 7:35 am
GreyGirl ELITE, Pohang,Kyungbuk, Other
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Congratulations on the Editors Choice, I urge you now, rejoice, rejoice! I love this song very much, It has such a creative touch! And so I thought I'd write a bit of fun To celebrate your job well done. Goodbye, goodbye and see you soon. Write more and may your songs always be in tune :)