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A Willow'Sonnet
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A Willow'Sonnet |
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Nan
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since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA 
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My poetic milestones have a way of reminding me of my inspiration to write. This 15,000th post is no exception. My greatest and dearest inspiration, surely deserves (at least) one more poem from me. I pondered over your most recent creation, Ron - and thought about your own inspiration (your mom and your newly planted willows and lilacs) - It must have found its way here by osmosis... This milestone's for you, Ron...   Meandering long country paths aside, Lush fragrance hallows summer's sweet ascent. Festoons of lilacs breathe of heaven's scent Midst fingered breadth of weeping willows bide. Unfettered fronds enchant a flowered tide Like choirs of angels boughing in descent, In harmonies with primrose breeze content To stave travails duress has oft decried. Securely held within maternal arms, In tiers the willow only seems to weep. Embraced as swaddling babe in rhythmic sway Bouquets of lilac meld to willow's charms. Once nestled in her heart's protective keep Remembrances for fragrant winter's day.  |
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RSWells Member Elite
since 2001-06-17
Posts 2533 |
Well of course I knew in advance this would be done right. Congratulations. |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Congratulations on post number 15,000!! And what a superb poem to mark the occasion! This is exceptionally beautiful.  |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
A garden of delights. Enjoyed. ThisDiamond |
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the_loner_23 Member Ascendant
since 2002-06-08
Posts 5479Jacksonville, Florida, USA |
Beautiful Cold hands means a warm heart |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Congradulations Nan on your 15,000th post. I love this poem. The weeping willow tree is my favorite tree. |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Nan, not only is the form and flow superb within this piece, but the sentiments and phrasing glow with a brilliance from deep within these lovely lines. A wonderfully inspirational piece which touches this heart, my friend.  Congratulations on 15,000 ... a beautiful milestone and tribute ...  Best wishes and hugs to you, /Kit |
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garysgirl  
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Nan, congratulations on your 15,000th. You certainly did paint a beautiful picture with words for the occasion. Thanks for sharing. Best Wishes With Love, Ethel |
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SEA
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
"Embraced as swaddling babe in rhythmic sway Bouquets of lilac meld to willow's charms. Once nestled in her heart's protective keep Remembrances for fragrant winter's day." Nan, this is so lovely  Congrat's on 15000! |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Once nestled in her heart's protective keep Remembrances for fragrant winter's day. In so many remiNanscent ways you've engulfed three years of stay You, my friend, a poet, refined... A pleasure to call you friend o'mine [This message has been edited by Sunshine (10-08-2002 07:04 AM).] |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
You pen touches a sheet of paper and magical things happen. You, my dear, are the inspiration for many. This is so lovely in thought and lyrics, it is a melody of willow's play.THank you for this delight this morning Love ya Liz |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Special folks deserve special thanks.. Richard - A kudo from you is a valuable one - Thank you muchly... Sharon - It's been a magical time, hasn't it? Thank you so much for all of the mutual support - Lots more to come... ThisDiamond - A delightful thank you to you as well... loner - Many thanks to you... Sue - Thanks - The willow is a special tree indeed... Kit - Such kind words from you mean a great deal to me - Loveya... Ethel - Thanks sincerely for stopping by - You're a pleasure to have with us... Susan - Happy smiles and thanks... Karilea - Thank you - A pleasure to call you friend as well - Hugs... Liz - We're great at this mutual admiration stuff, aren't we? Thanks my dear friend... |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Okay.......we all know that I love imagery and of course sonnets being one of my recent lessons bring new life to construction for me as well and this piece of yours encompasses so much more than those two simple pleasures. ****************** Unfettered fronds enchant a flowered tide Like choirs of angels boughing in descent, In harmonies with primrose breeze content To stave travails duress has oft decried. ***************** Now while I loved the entire work, those lines especially bring a whirl of thought to me. Excellent read and write and many many congrats to you on your milestone. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Nan, this is very very special..as are you! Perfect...simply perfect.. Congratulations on 15,000 posts! ~Hugs & Smiles, Nancy~ ~ Time has cast a spell on you |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
There could not have been a better 15000th post anywhere! This is wonderful |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
A beautiful sonnet, Nan. I have planted a willow only last year and watch it's slow growth, waiting for it to bow to the earth. And my lilacs scent the spring for me... gardens hold such inspiration. Congratulations on the 15,000th. Maureen |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
What a remarkable poem to mark this auspicious occasion---your 15,000th post! Kudos to you, sweet poetess! I am saving this in my library so that I can call up these "remembrances for fragrant winter's day". Thank you, Nan! Linda |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
I know I'm a "sicko"....and there is no treatment for it...but I still liked your poem?.... A bird sat in the top of my willow tree, Singing at the top of his voice, As I walked under him he crapped on me, At that I didn't rejoice. I looked out the window and happened to see, A dog cock his leg by my willow tree, At wetting the tree, he was quite adept, And that is why me and the willow wept. |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
:congrats: beautiful penned....what a way to celebrate your milestone....hope to read many....many more from you ((hugs)) Charisma |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (smiles) Yay!!! (BIG HUGGGSSSSSS) God Bless You, sweet friend, this brought tears to my eyes reading it because it is so beautiful and Ron is a wonderful friend who is an inspiration to us all and you have captured the essence of the garden of his heart and in all of poetry so magnificently! (kiss on cheek) Yay!!! Congratulations on 15,000, sweet friend, I LOVE IT, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Nan, 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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bsquirrel
since 2000-01-03
Posts 7855 |
Unbelievably beautiful and wintry... |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Breathtaking, Nan, simply breathtaking! Congrats on 15,000! |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Nan, Congratulations on your 15,000 postings. It is quite a milestone andou deserve lots of hugs and praise. Now just where am I going to find the proper words to express how stunning and heartfelt these beautiful words written for Ron. You have a special person who has inspired you to create with affection and admiration. Bowing to you my friend ... Hugs, Marti Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. |
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brian madden Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 4374ireland |
Nan first of all congrads on the milestone. Wonderful piece, the images are so alive, this a a truly beautiful piece and one to save and treasure. El riesgo vive siempre! |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
And so what's your point LOL, it took me 10 minutes to do mine, and days to do yours, are you saying quality is important? You sure are and this is the best example of who and what you are and stand for my friend. This sonnet is perfect, and filled with so much deep emotion and thought, that it made me realize just how very lucky I am to call you my friend. For you to take the time to write something this perfect for someone so special, says all I need to know to say you indeed special Nan, and this works of course is only one other thing that proves it. I am so proud of you, and proud to call you a friend, this was A+ Congratulations on your 15,000th post and you could not have dedicated it to anyone who deserved it more. |
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Irie Senior Member
since 1999-12-01
Posts 1493Washington State |
Congratulations Nan, on a perfect 15,000th post! Perfect for many reasons…… A dedication to Ron and his mother, your 15,000th post And the beauty that’s captured in your words. Wonderful! ~Sheri |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
I knew this would be perfectly beautiful. Love reading your sonnets. Congrats on 15,000 Nan Is your niece Down Under yet? Maree |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Nan - nice to read you and your words. I will always treasure the way that you do. This is just an example of a master... BCI |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Consider yourself bumped - gal durn it, can't see any graphics again sorry. This is way to good to not be read TONS! Hope that was a smilie. |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
More special thanks to you all... Mark - I'm so pleased that you enjoyed this post - Many thanks... Nancy - You always make me smile -  Interloper - Humble thanks... Maureen - Its time will come - Thank you muchly... Linda - You probably won't have to wait long - Winter's not far away - Many thanks... Toe - I'm so grateful to know the REAL reason a willow weeps - Your wisdom is an inspiration to me as always... Charisma - It's so nice to see you here - Thank you sincerely... Noah - May love and light always shine upon you as well... Thank you, m'friend... Mike - Mikey LIKES it... Yeah!.. Thankee... Denise - From the queen of sonnets, that is a true compliment - Thankya my friend... Marti - Mucho Thank yous... We'll have to do some wintry verses together - Sounds good, eh? Brian - Thank you - Treasures are wonderful to have stored safely in our hearts... Sharon - What am I gonna do with you? You're just too amazing, my friend - You've made my day - Thank you from the bottom of my heart... Irie - Thank you for just as many reasons... Maree - It's great to see you.. Thanks for stopping by - and I'm not sure if she's down there yet - I'll see my brother in a couple of weeks and get the info for you... BCI - Nice to hear from you, my friend - Thankya, thankya, thankya... Mysteria - (see above)...  |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Exquisite poetry, Nan. The pictures are a nice addition. Your writing is always impeccable, and this time, the subject matter provided much inspiration. Thank you for another work of art to save and savor. |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Nan this is as special as both you and Ron are. It is touching and beautiful and perfection. Thank you for all you do and all that you are to so many of us. Congrats on the milestone. HUGS my friend. If I have touched one heart through my words, then I have acheived my dream... |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
My kindred soul...I miss so much these days on Passion, I'm so glad this isn't part of what I've missed. As lovely as she who penned the words is this poem that says so much in such a beautiful way. Ah, Sharon says this took two days to write...me thinks were two days well spent. Do lend me your muse for a short while I beg Lovely, simply lovely ...by the way, on the 15,000....congratulations and here's to 15,000 more Hugs and I miss you! |
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amigo Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 520the earth school |
Nan, this is simply wonderful...heartfelt tribute to a hearty friend....congratulations and a big thank you for sharing this and for who you are.... |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
Sigh... beautiful Nan. |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Congratulations, Nan... Oh what a gorgeous poem... and what a perfect inspiration... Well done...  ~ loving chipmunk hugsLyra |
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Radrook Senior Member
since 2002-08-09
Posts 648 |
Very sweet! |
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