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Friday 29 January 2021

ON READING EMILY BRONTE

It began with a copy of Wuthering Heights.
Echoes of intrigue lept out of the pages.
I felt them weave themselves into my being.
Another's creation. But where is she now?

Death cannot erase greatness. It is
her immortality, her irresistibility. Why
not before? Had I lived then, could I
have known her, perhaps better understood?

Imagination. So she first entranced me with those miniscule
booklets: Gondal resurrected in my psyche.
Now, when I move, her pen moves with me.
Just out of sight, she directs my life, ever watchful.

And if, as she claims, Heathcliff truly loves Cathy,
then what kind of love is so obsessive
that it rips both Souls to shreds
and condemns them to eternal unrest?

Or is it my unrest - her words merely evoking
my deepest, most tormented desires?
If, as I suspect, I am Cathy; then I must find him -
he is the prize within the maze of words.

But, why should I read, when living it is more persuasive?
Or long to touch, when feeling without touching
is so unexpected, so exquisite and so rare?
Today, his proximity. Ecstasy is in the air.

48 comments:

  1. So well expressed. The story read so long ago. The drama loved but hopefully avoided in a haunting place to visit and pretend.

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    1. The story read so many times...until something bordering on obsession, here!πŸ˜‰
      I also adore visiting the Parsonage at Howarth...and Top Withins, where I have lingered to soak up the atmosphere more times that I can remember!!
      What IS it about the Brontes that weaves such magic?!
      Thank you so much😊😊

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  2. Strong text. Winter greetings from Finland! Here is cold but hugs are warm. Stay safe! Hugs XXX

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    1. Many thanks, my friend!😊😊
      Sending you back warm greetings from England...cold here today too...and wet...and bleak, as only England in winter can be!! πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚
      Stay safe and happy too!

      Hugs xxx

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  3. My amazingly talented and beautiful soul sister, you could feel right at home in the 19th century. You would be a writer of life, history and romance like no other of the time because your soul was born of this era. I can picture you as a writer...a word Weaver.

    Lots of Love and Big Hugs ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

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    1. I certainly could, dearest Jan!! I have never felt fully at home in this era...and that version of me that you have described here would suit me very well!!πŸ˜‰πŸ˜Š
      Oh thank you, so, so much!

      Much love and hugs ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

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  4. Evocative, searching and beautiful. As always.

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    1. Oh you are so kind, dearest Sue...my heartfelt thanks!😊😊
      Do hope you are having a good day!

      Lots of love and hugs ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

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  5. Beautiful , greetings from Turkey πŸ™‹

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    1. Thank you!😊😊
      Greetings back from England xxx

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  6. My sweet Ygraine,
    Emily BrontΓ« is the inspiration of many people, with her intelligent and warm writing. A constant reference in the life of those who like books, as is my case. There are phrases from her on the ®DOUG BLOG.
    Today I found here in this beautiful post, another beautiful narrative with her Ygraine style of expressing herself, bringing to us the memory of this brilliant writer.
    Many kisses, good weekend and continue taking care of your health my dear friend.

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    1. My dear friend Doug...I have often written about this amazingly talented author. In fact, it was through reading her work that I became inspired to write myself!
      I am so delighted that you enjoyed this, as it is a subject that is close to my heart!❤
      Thank you...so, so much!😊😊
      Please take care too...and stay strong and positive.
      Sending you Many Kisses xxx

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    1. Hi there...and many thanks for visiting!😊😊

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    1. Oh thank you so much...so happy you enjoyed!😊😊
      Hugs xxx

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  9. feeling without touching

    i like this words! short but strong

    have a nice day Ygraine, my friend

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    1. Thank you, my friend...so glad you enjoyed!😊😊

      Wishing you a great day too πŸ™πŸ™

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  10. I like Bronte, but I should definitely read more of her works. Beautiful poem as always, have a lovely new week!

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    1. Guess I must be considered a sad case...but I must have read "Wuthering Heights" at least 30 times, and can almost remember it word by word! Lol
      I'm so happy you enjoyed...and my heartfelt thanks!😊😊

      Wishing you a fabulous week too.

      Hugs xxx

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  11. What a fantastic way to look at the story and such an interesting view! :)

    Hope that you had a nice weekend. Was a lovely warm one here :)

    Away From Blue

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    1. Oh thank you so much...I truly appreciate that!😊😊

      You are so lucky...it has been bitterly cold and wet here!😝Lol

      Have a great day.

      Hugs xxx

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  12. I applaud you.
    This poem is wonderful.

    On a more dismal note!
    Wasn't the weekend a washout!
    Lets hope February may bring some sunnier days.

    Take care, my good wishes.

    All the best Jan

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    1. Oh WOW, thank you so, so much...I really appreciate that! So very happy you enjoyed.😊😊
      A washout indeed 😝...I ventured no further than the cabin at the bottom of my garden! Lol
      Here's hoping February ends on a brighter note than it has started...a little sun would considerably lift our spirits, wouldn't it?!πŸ˜‰

      Have a super afternoon!

      Hugs xxx

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  13. this poem was so great...

    meaningful and i enjoy it very much...:)

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    1. Oh thank you...so, so much!😊😊
      I really appreciate that...and I'm truly happy you enjoyed!!

      Have a great day xxx

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  14. Oh thank you so much, Gianni's...my appreciation is immense!😊😊
    Yes, my all time favourite author...and my inspiration!
    And how true are Charlotte's words?!

    Have a great day!

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  15. Sorry, the apostrophe was the handiwork of my tablet...it often believes it knows best!! Lol

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  16. I quite enjoyed Whuthering Heights, but I for years I couldn't pronounce the title!

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    1. It is pure literary genius, isn't it! Certainly is my all time favourite read!😊😊
      Many thanks.

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  17. Wow, this is so beautiful Ygraine! Truly wonderful! You are a writer of life! Big Hugs!

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    1. Aww, thank you, Sweetie...I truly appreciate that!!!😊😊
      Hope all is good with you!

      Lots of love and hugs ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

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  18. This is gorgeous. Thanks.

    Greetings from London.

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    1. Thank you so much... I'm really happy you enjoyed!😊😊

      I do hope you are ok...please take good care of yourself.

      Greetings from Hampshire.

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  19. Interesting poetry. You are talented, right?

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  20. Boa tarde Ygraine. Obrigado pelo texto maravilhoso.

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    1. Many thanks...I really appreciate your visit.😊😊

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  21. Sending Positive Vibes - Such Stunning Words My Dear - You Always Captivate My With Your Poems - Knowing That They Are Coming From Deep Within - Be Well - Stay Strong

    Big Hugs

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    1. Oh thank you so much...so very appreciated!😊😊

      Please stay safe too...and be happy!!

      Big Hugs back.

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  22. I read this book many years ago and I have a faint idea of ​​the content. As I have it on the shelf, I will read it again.
    Reading a book is to interpret it. And, by your poetic words, you interpreted it in your own way and according to your culture and life experience and, mainly, your view of the world and its multiple things.
    I really liked your poetic words, as always.
    Have a good week, dear friend Ygraine.
    Kisses. And stay safe and happy.

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    1. I have read this masterpiece so many times, Jaime...and with each reading I learn something new about the story!πŸ˜‰
      This was just one interpretation...and the way it has captured my imagination...
      Thank you so, so much, my friend.😊😊

      Have a fabulous weekend and stay safe, Jaime!

      Kisses xxx

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    1. Hugs back...and have a lovely day! ❤❤❤

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  24. thank you sooo much for introducing me with Emily Bronte an English writer dear Ygraine

    this is amazing how magnificently and beautifully you narrated your love and affection for her ,i can realize how deeply she inspired you for writing and life through words so well
    i would love to read her book as well if find here
    many more blessings and hugs!

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