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Heaven & Hell |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light 
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 Artist: Google Images ~ loganthebear Heaven & Hell ~ Linda L. Dowd ~ Searing winds fleeced this floundering soul, As I reeled on the brink of despair. Precariously perched o’er the pit of Hell, ~With neither a hope nor a prayer. Sulfurous fumes rose from Dante’s depths, ~Spewed from roiling cauldrons below. Tortured souls screamed out blasphemous words, In the throes of their suffering and woe. Sharp gasps escaped my blistering lips, As I lost unsure footing and fell. ~Down brimstone walls that were searing my skin, As I plummeted to the bowels of Hell. I beseeched Our Father to save my soul, And to raise me up thru’ Heaven’s Gate. ~To His loving Home of peace, harmony and love, And far from Hell’s misery and hate. The Archangels swooped down and delivered me, Into the Arms of our loving Lord. I experienced surcease and sweet release, And lay down my warrior’s sword. I breathed sweet perfumes of flowers and herbs, ~Jasmine and roses and thyme. Skies and still waters were heavenly blues, In this Elysian world sublime. Clarion choirs sang to music of harps, ~All were lyrical sounds for the soul. I belonged in this land of God’s Loving Light, ~Not ever to return to Hell’s Hole. I awoke to the madrigals of meadowlarks, With a knowing that all would be well. The Path I would walk rose to Heaven’s Gate ~Not the one that led straight to Hell. “The time has come for man to lay down his arms, and pick up each other.” ~ Linda L. Dowd |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
Linda, This is exceptional. To ride the high winds and sink to the depths in your words as painted, is a joyous ride. You take inspirational words, and inspire them even further. Sandra |
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DreamerSpirit Member
since 2006-10-02
Posts 240Buenos Aires, Argentina |
Just Excellent, i really liked it.. Excellent Work!. |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Earth Angel I am envious of your abilities. But then again I am no angel. Excellent my dear. |
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Edward Grim Senior Member
since 2005-12-18
Posts 1154Greenville, South Carolina |
This is the beginning of a great epic, I can feel it. Wonderful. Cheers - Ed Once you are truly insane, it’s all picnics with Kafka after that. See, it’s the process of going crazy that you gotta worry about. |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Enjoyed...wonderful writing...James |
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Kira Aso Member
since 2006-09-26
Posts 351Closer to Hell... |
This was incredable! I loved the way it flowed and how powerful it felt. You must be an angel to have such wonderful writing abilities! Hugs and Hershey Bars! ~Kira |
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Ericc Member Elite
since 2003-01-31
Posts 4178 |
Truly awesome. Eric |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
An exceptional write Linda! Another keeper for my EA file.  Hugs & Luv, Nancy Autumn, the year's last loveliest smile~ |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
stirring write Angel had me on the edge of my chair wonderful ending |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
seraphin ~ Sandra, you just fluffed up my 'feathers' and lifted me higher than cloud nine with those generous comments!  Thank you! Big hug ~ big smile! EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
DreamerSpirit ~ Love your name! ~ and your 'E'-word reply! Love & Light, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Mr. T. ~ No, you're not just an angel! You are of a much higher phyllum than I! You honour me, Sir Sonneteer, with your exceedingly flattering words! Might I venture to say that the sentiments are returned 10-fold!  EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Ed ~ Hmmm! Ya got me ta thinkin', with that suggestion of yours! You're a sweetheart! Thank you! Loving Light, Linda  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
James ~ Thank you, Island Man! It pleases me that you enjoyed my poem! Aloha hugs, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Kira ~ That was very nice of you to say! Replies like yours are so gratifying to read! Thank you very much! Loving Light 'n a hug, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Eric ~ "Awesome"?!? ~ What? Not your usual "Beautiful"? LOL Actually, I love both words! Thank you!Loving hug, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Nice Nancy ~ My goodness! It appears that we are amassing quite a few poems of each others'!!! lol It is always so gratifying when you take one of my poetic babies home with you!  Loving hug 'n a smile, LInda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Lady Kate ~ I'm glad you enjoyed my poem! In some small way I feel as though I am returning the favour! ~ I have enjoyed so many of yours!!! Loving Light, EA |
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froggy Senior Member
since 2003-06-23
Posts 1893Michigan |
Wow! is all I can say. :-) Until he extends the circle of his compassion to all living things, |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Oh my! Linda! Wonderful poem here. I sure am glad you awoke. KBHBLY.....lily jo |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
Linda - I have no doubt at all that you are on the path to "Heaven's Gate"! Certainly a heavenly write - thank you! |
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Becky Mangrum Member
since 2006-10-18
Posts 56 |
OMG Awesome words, Just gave me chill bumps!! What more can i say other than i agree with what everyone else said. Just Awesome. Becky |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
SweetEarthyOne~ Having, on some given day, been to 'both' I can relate to your feelings here~ You always give us a pen to recall~ *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ ~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~ |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
froggy friend ~ ...and your "Wow" ribbits volumes! Loves 'n leaps, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
iliana ~ Hi, lily jo! My nightly journeys are often rife with other-worldly adventures! Morning sunlight is can be a very welcomed sight! Loveya! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Becky ~ Your enthusiastic reply has me smiling from proverbial wing tip to wing tip! Thank you very much! ~ May your day be one of sun and fun! Loving Light, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
MT ~ Good morning, Marge! Yeppers! Experiencing both the yin and the yang, the Dark and the Light, Hell and Heaven ~ are all part of the human equation. Thank God-ness, that it is the Light that usually wins out! ~ May your path in life lead to Heaven's Gate. (Which I happen to know it does!) Loving Light and hug, EO |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Ooops, Honey! I almost missed your wonderful response! ~ One which I appreciate and thank you for! Meet you at the Pearly Gates when our times do come! ~ But let's not be in a hurry! ~ and remember, it's not a race! lol Loving Light, smile & hug, Linda |
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MAVBEAR Junior Member
since 2006-10-19
Posts 33Louisiana |
Thank you Linda for such a beautiful image of what awaits , knowing always the choice is ours to take, if your write does not awake the way to chose than the way is already chosen for those fusure ...enjoyed very much Mav aka Poohbear |
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MAVBEAR Junior Member
since 2006-10-19
Posts 33Louisiana |
Thank you Linda for such a beautiful image of what awaits , knowing always the choice is ours to take, if your write does not awake the way to chose than the way is already chosen for those fusure ...enjoyed very much Mav aka Poohbear |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Hi, MAV ~ If you take the High Road and your friend takes the Low Road ~ You'll get to Heaven a helluvvalot faster than your friend will! Enjoyed your response! Thank you! God's Loving Light, EA |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Linda, my friend, you are always such a joy to read. Always so inspirational. Thank you for that, my friend. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Smartest Chick ~ Do you know why I refer to you as "Sweet Sue"? ~ because you are so sweet ~ and your name is Sue! lol Sleep well this night, my Oklahoma friend! Loves 'n beddy-bye hugs, Linda |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (smiles) But of course you're bound for the empyrean skies abound, you are our dearest Earth Angel, yay! (angel friendship hugs) Bless your golden, halo-rimmed heart, dearest friend, yay, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Linda, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other" |
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Snowflake From Hell Senior Member
since 2003-07-10
Posts 777My own little Icey Oblivion |
ill look at this everytime i need help getting through the day Time brings change and change comes with time |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Noah ~ If I could have me druthers, it'd be Heaven! ~ Halos down! I mean, "Hands down!" Besides, the food is much better up there. Everything tastes like hell in Hades! lol Love you, Angel Boy! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Hot Flakes ~ If looking at my poem helps you get through a difficult day, my all means, read my poem. Hopefully my words will shine the Light of Heaven on your day! Life sure isn't easy and we need all the help that we can get! I have my own battery of divine supplies that pull me up during down times! Sending you lots of blessings and God's Loving Light, EA |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I could rapidly run out of superlatives trying to praise this one... your images are incredible, the flow is flawless... and you tell a wonderful tale, too! *S* |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Suthern One ~ You ring my 'belles' with effusive and complimentary comments like those! It is always a pleasure when you drop by! Giving you a warm hug 'n a half, Linda |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
An Angel of course needs to experience everything and God knows how deeply you descended into those flames, but I would say it was worth it, because while back on the heavenly track you have supplied us with such powerful, exquisite poetry, that we were all going through those depths and heights together with you ... perfectly aware of your total "Angel-ness". (((((((Linda))))))) hugs and bows. Love, Margherita  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Margherita ~ I can well-imagine that when you look in a mirror, you see the reflection of your own halo glowing! You have such a loving, creative, and magnanimous soul. You light up these pages with your glorious spirit, Goddessa Poetessa!  Linda |
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lightkeeper Member
since 2006-09-13
Posts 100pluto |
What a joy it is to enter into the realms of your light and to delightfully absorb all the offerings of your inspiration.  Bernadette Thankyou for your kind words to me and for being a Sparkle of brilliant light here on pip |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Dear Keeper of Light ~ you radiate it as well! It is emensely gratifying to read a reply such as yours. Thank you very much. May all the Light that you radiate into the world, return to you ten-fold. EA |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
BRAVA! Fool, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Interloper ~ "Angel" curtsies with a smile upon her cherubic cheeks. Thank you! Happy Halloweeny kisses, EA |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Wonderfully written piece as always Linda. much enjoyed. hugs, Chris "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." - Oscar Wilde |
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luminosity Senior Member
since 2005-11-18
Posts 813 |
beautiful......perfect choice, perfect ending |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Nightshade ~ It is so nice to see you posting and replying again! You've been missed, Chris! Thank you for kind words! Warm hug 'n smile, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Luminous One ~ I'm so pleased that you enjoyed my bit o' heaven 'n hell!  Hugs 'n halloween kisses, EA |
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