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Looking at you |
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skyshine 
since 2002-02-07
Posts 3058Beneath the northern stars 
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You’re lost and so alone I can see it in your eyes You try not to let me in on them But still I hear your silent cries. I know what you’re going through I know it as well as I know my own name. When everything comes crashing down around you Who’s gonna be the one to take the blame? I reached out my hand to you But you turned to look away Acting as though you hadn’t seen You’ll “make it better” another day. Just don’t let anyone get to you Live for yourself and don’t forget who you are. You try to be everything for everyone you know Believe me, you won’t get very far. You don’t need to figure it all out at once Let each day bring something new Something that doesn’t seem to mean much Could someday be a valuable lesson to you. I remember when I had my days When I couldn’t seem to find a place to belong I didn’t know who I was or what I ought to do Everything always felt so wrong. So now, later on in my life, here I am Remembering those days from my past Watching you go through everything that I did And wondering how long it will last. Take life one day at a time Learn to let a thing or two be And if you still can’t get anything straight Don’t forget, you’ll still have me. Elizabeth 03-09-03 11:28 P.M. CST It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got... |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
It is virtually impossible to do right by everyone, by no fault of our own I might add. What a straight forward heartfelt message that speaks volumes. Enjoyed your thoughts so much. ~Thanks~ |
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skyshine
since 2002-02-07
Posts 3058Beneath the northern stars |
Thank you BluesSerenade! I agree with your words. I'm glad you liked my poem.  Elizabeth It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got... |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
I hate to see this get buried at the bottom~ Here's to another go round~ |
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skyshine
since 2002-02-07
Posts 3058Beneath the northern stars |
Thanks again BluesSerenade. I hope if someone needs this they will get something out of it. Elizabeth It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got... |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
Elizabeth, Very insightful and as I remember no one could have told me these things for we each need to figure them out on our own. I liked very much the silent support here and the real wisdom of one day at a time. I think the hardest part of lessons learned is learning when and how to share them with others. I liked this very much. Lots of compassion and empathy. Hugs, Pat  ..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.. |
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Albert J. Allie Senior Member
since 2003-02-13
Posts 512Queens NY |
Liz: Enjoyed this TOTALLY! Make s you think. Well it made ME think. You write and I'll read..... AL |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
enjoyed |
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skyshine
since 2002-02-07
Posts 3058Beneath the northern stars |
Thank you! I agree that these issues are what people need to figure out on there own. I do hope, however, that my words here would help point someone to that direction. Thanks everybody, I'm glad you that it made you think and that you liked it! It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got... |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Excellent thoughts here Elizabeth! A very good message! Well done! ~Smiles & Hugs, Nancy~ ~ Trace my body with your words.. |
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just a junkie Member
since 2003-03-04
Posts 53 |
I couldn't begin to tell you how many times I have heard these words before. Although sometimes these words mean everything - they are too easily forgotten. Thanks Just a Junkie |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Elizabeth, this write speaks volumes to me and sends a very clear and important message with it... Thank YOU so very much for sharing this, just awesome writing. I must have had my momma's will |
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skyshine
since 2002-02-07
Posts 3058Beneath the northern stars |
Thank you everyone! I'm glad the message came across so clearly in this one. I appreciate your kind words. Thanks again! Elizabeth It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got... |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Elizabeth~ Very wise words you share with us. Life's lessons we all need too remember.Enjoyed...Paul "To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you" |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggssssssss) God Bless You, sweet friend, this is beautiful and I know with all my heart if you smile to each brand new days dawn the dawn will become part of you and like the robin you are you will sing with joy every morning through the day! (smiles) This is lovely, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Elizabeth, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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lost_star Member
since 2003-03-15
Posts 114NY, U.S.A |
dealing with your feelings can be a tough battle, wonderful poem! |
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skyshine
since 2002-02-07
Posts 3058Beneath the northern stars |
A very tough battle, thanks again everyone! ~Liz It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got... |
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