Old Ghosts

Old Ghosts

A Poem by Pete
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A strain of music reminds me of a passage of the Vedas ... - Thoreau

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nebulous in sheets
where death dances, life retreats
no shortage of seats



© 2026 Pete


Author's Note

Pete
"I stand in awe of my body, this matter to which I am bound has become so strange to me. I fear not spirits, ghosts, of which I am one, — that my body might, — but I fear bodies, I tremble to meet them." - Thoreau

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Fine words to accompany Jethro Tull- another of Josh's favourites. Brief words from you, Pete but, how telling - and true!

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thank for sharing. jethro tull has always been one of my favorite bands. ian anderson so talented .. read more

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Added on May 25, 2026
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Pete
Pete

Boston, MA



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I love reading, writing, music, nature, God and feeling emotion, not necessarily in that order. To me, these things go hand in hand. My favorite writer is Henry David Thoreau. I think he was a geni.. more..