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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores 
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Starched Petunias ~*Marge Tindal*~  Here they stand attentive waiting for the wind Holding on - not letting go yet willing to bend Starched petunias stand the ready in the guarded aftermath Let no wind blow - their subtle glow off the garden path Peaceful gardens of tomorrow sown in seeds of yesterday Starched petunias, are you ready to spread your splendorous array ? ~*~ Sometimes the muses bring one to share that even I don't understand~ Must be a reason~ And then I went to look for a graphic ... and I found a fascinating story ... just meant to be, I reckon~ ~*~ Petunias -- That's for Remembrance Dorothy Canfield Illustrations - E.M. Ashe Scribner's Magazine New York April 1912 ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com [This message has been edited by Marge Tindal (edited 10-22-2001).] |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Marge, Starched petunias? What are you watering them with? LOL Enjoyed the read *L* |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
I don't know what a starched Petunia is. I don't even know what an unstarched Petunia is. Heck, I don't know what a Petunia is other than a flower of some sort. I do know good poetry when I read it, though  Fool, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write. |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
I think we all don't know why our muses send us stuff at times, but I sure am grateful that they do! Nice write Margie girl. On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free. |
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Decaflame Senior Member
since 2001-05-11
Posts 1635 |
I for one adore the scent of petunias, and this caught me up quite well, indeed.... never, ever question from where you muse comes... nope. I won't either! |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Well I love this big time! I see starched petunias a few times a week (the sweetest older ladies you would ever want to know), and are they going to love this. Must have been a starched petunia visited one of your muse's in the night and told her that she felt a bit forgotten? I know the ones I see, sure feel that way. Marge, I adored this one. Try giving your smile to someone who does not have one, and I bet you'll find another. ~* Mysteria *~ |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Thanks for the read, friends. The link is inaccessible so I'm removing it. BUT, the story is easily found on the Internet. If you have a few moments to search for it, just type petunias into your browser or Dorothy Canfield and it should bring up a link to a fascinating story entitled - Petunias - That's For Remembrance By Dorothy Canfield, Published 1912. Thank you all~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
I sort of had a vision of starched "bloomers" but I can't tell you why without getting into trouble so let's just leave it at .... So nice to see you grabbing the thoughts when they dance in your pretty lil' head. ge gv yuhi Maga |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
quote: we learned a long time ago not to question those special and MANY muses of yours... we just take our delight in all that you write... and this is DELIGHTFUL.... what a very cool turn of phrase "starched petunia" is... and you took it and made it poetically perfect.  meThis distance has shown how the road remains alone |
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The Rusty Knight Member
since 2001-08-29
Posts 414Texas |
A gentle smile and a nod. Death comes not when we cease to breathe, but when we cease to dream. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Marge, How utterly delightful! I'm so glad it was meant to be. Super! |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
*Thank you all ... I truly hope that you've taken the time to read something that Dorothy Canfield (Fisher) has written. I know Vicky and Trillium/BettyLou and I have enjoyed her writings very much. Starched Petunia's was just a phrase that popped out of thin air ... brought to me by my muse, Ayrasela ... I didn't know why ... until my search for a petunia graphic to put with the piece led me to the writings of Dorothy~ Now I smile in knowing why~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
*giggling* well I simply love it. BRAVO!!!!  Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams. |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
Sometimes, understanding is an option...enjoying, is a given. Loved this, Marge. |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Marge--This really touched me...the graphic with the poem, pulled some precious memories from the cedar chest. Thank you! |
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Daniel J D Senior Member
since 2000-10-01
Posts 1471Hillcrest, Queensland, Australia |
Great write Marge. Oh yes the scent of petunias. Respond to my call and let the waves of my heart fill your life with the wonders of love |
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BloomingRose Member Elite
since 2000-08-09
Posts 3092Florida |
Peaceful gardens of tomorrow sown in seeds of yesterday Starched petunias, are you ready to spread your splendorous array ? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ And with wings they did fly... and a what a nice ride, spreading seeds of joy and laughter. Cute poem Marge. Hugs, Deb |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Again I thank you all so much. This one is a real pleasure to share~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggsssssss) Oh Marge, this is soooooooo beautiful! I love it!!! It is such an enchanting muse, for flowers have such beautiful smells and they have us muse of beauty of tomorrow! (sigh) I LOVE IT!!! (kiss on cheek) You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Marge, thank you for sharing! May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Marge - this is a lovley tribute to older blossoms with lingering blush on their petals. Chris Life is not measured by breaths you take, but by moments that take your breath away. |
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Greeneyes
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
reminds me of older southern women sitting on the porch with ice tea and lemon cookies....lovely Marge~ Greeneyes~ **** I keep my ideals, |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Thank you all~ It has just delighted me to share this piece with you~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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