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The Dove |
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Trillium 
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA 
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The Dove The ark had finally come to rest. Now Noah knew that he was blessed And so he dared to open wide A port, so he could look outside. He loosed a dove, with gentle hand, To see if she could find dry land. He waited then and she returned And from this act, of course, he learned The waters of the flood still lay Upon the earth and all must stay Within the ark.A week went by. Once more the dove was sent to fly. Returning, in her beak she brought An olive branch, a sign he sought That water was receding there And soon he could release each pair. The last time that he set her free, She disappeared and he could see That soon he might remove the seals. I'm sure he wondered how it feels To go into a world made new. Man and beast and families too. I know all details God thought of, But I keep thinking of that dove. Did she receive some special sign That she was part of His design And is that why doves strut and coo, Because they helped God's dream come true? Betty Lou Hebert [This message has been edited by Trillium (08-26-2003 03:17 PM).] |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
This is delightful Betty. I could see this illustrated and published. I truly enjoyed this. Just lovely. |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Thanks for your nice comments. It's an old story, but I hoped this would be a new twist! Betty Lou Hebert |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
Betty . . . beautiful this made me smile I adore Noah's Ark, anything to do with it actually (sad story that it is) but the "idea" of 2x2 . . . xxoo |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
littlewing: Thanks. I love the story of Noah too and for some reason lately, it's been on my mind, hence the poem! Betty Lou Hebert |
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SharaRose Member Elite
since 2003-07-19
Posts 2501Somewhere out there~ |
This was so sweet!  SharaRose @-->-- Of sound, and speech let all lift the hearer! |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
 The dove was set free, to spread his love, As it struts and coos, I'm sure he smiles up above. Now you know I loved this one and kept it Betty Lou. This is now a favorite. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
BettyLou~ This is as lovely as they come~ You are masterful at your art~ Love you dearest friend~  *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ ~*When the heart grieves over what it has lost, |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Shara Rose: Nice to hear from you and thanks for reading. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Mysteria: Thank you for the pretty graphic and the poem! I'm flattered that you like it well enough to add it to your library. Thanks. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear Marge: Thank you for your lovely words and also for your valued friendship! Love you Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
This is so lovely and I am sure the dove has a lot to coo about. This story ahs made her an icon. Love, Joyce |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Thanks Joyce. I appreciate your comments and glad you enjoyed the poem. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
Hello Betty Lou All I can say is.......WOW!! Your kind heart and faith shine so brilliantly throughout this masterpiece. Take care.......Sue I am in motion |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Betty Lou...this is absolutely wonderful! And this part?... "And is that why doves strut and coo, Because they helped God's dream come true?" I just love the whole idea of that..  Hugs to you, my friend, ~Vicky "My friends are my estate." |
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timothysangel1973
since 2001-12-03
Posts 1725Never close enough |
Stories like this one never get old Trillium, and you gave it your own special touch and it is truly wonderful! Tima |
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2dalimit Member Elite
since 2000-02-08
Posts 2228Mississippi coast |
Thanks. This is a great way for me to start the day. Melton |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Sue: Thanks for your sweet comments. The story of Noah is one of my favorites from the Bible. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Vicky: Thanks for your comments and always is nice hearing from you. I used to watch the doves in my uncle's barn, strutting and cooing in the rafters and wondered if they were feeling pride in the accomplishment of their ancestor and the part she played. I was thinking of that the other day and suddenly had to write about it! Glad you enjoyed! Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Tima: I appreciate your nice comments. Thank you. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Melton: Good to hear from you and nice to hear that this helped your day along! Betty Lou Hebert |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggsssssss) God Bless You, sweet friend, this made me cry as I believe doves are truly the messangers of angels that bring signs of peace and harmony between us with their melodies! (smiles) May the doves always coo to our hearts, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Betty, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton I don't need no proof when it comes to God and truth |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Noah: I too love doves and have always felt they hold a special place in our world. Thanks for your comments! Betty Lou Hebert |
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