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Earth Angel
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0 posted 2009-02-16 02:53 PM


             
Artist:Beatrice Adams

Reach Out
by Linda L. Dowd

When life’s too hard to bear
~ Reach out
and I will be there
to sooth and comfort you.

When cold winds chill to bone
~ Reach out
and I will be there
to warm and swaddle you

When illness takes a toll
~ Reach out
and I will be there
to hold and heal you

When you are frail and weak
~ Reach out
and I will be there
to give strength unto you.

When darkness clouds your days
~ Reach out
and I will be there
to bring sun shining through

When fear invades your soul
~ Reach out
and I will be there
to stand on guard for you

When you have lost your way
~ Reach out
and I will be there
to light a lamp for you

***

I am God ~ Your Father
~ Reach out
I am here for you
to love, guide and protect

*

[This message has been edited by Earth Angel (02-16-2009 03:44 PM).]

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Alison
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1 posted 2009-02-16 03:14 PM


You know, Linda girl, I think sometimes we read a poem because we really need the message.  I need to hold this one close for a bit.  Sweet Earth Angel, thank you.

Love,
Alison

Pilgrimage
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2 posted 2009-02-16 05:11 PM


This struck me right away.  It brought back a conversation I had at church last night.  And it was a conversation that was probably echoed in half the churches in the country in one form or another.  Truly a universal poem.

Nan (Pilgrim variety)

inkedgoddess
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3 posted 2009-02-16 05:34 PM


Yes He is there always.
If only the non believers would realize, what a better world this could be

vandana
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4 posted 2009-02-16 05:56 PM


very nice
Suncleaver
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5 posted 2009-02-16 06:26 PM


I wish I could have your faith dear Linda. But I fear my own cynicism defeats me.

Nevertheless, a beautifully written poem.

Never sigh for a better world, it's already composed, played and told.

Ceinwyn
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6 posted 2009-02-16 07:31 PM


I needed this !! You have no idea how I have asking for this.  

Love,
Tink

The only time we waste is the time we spend thinking we are alone.

Bill Charles
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7 posted 2009-02-16 08:41 PM


Linda - amen, truer words would have a difficult time being spoken...

BC

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8 posted 2009-02-16 08:52 PM


This is one of your best!!!!!!!!!!
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9 posted 2009-02-16 09:04 PM


Yo dear Linda,

God gave man free will.  He expects man to do for himself, and help his brothers and sisters.

Love Bobby

Oklahoma Rose
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10 posted 2009-02-17 10:06 PM


This is so true, Linda. He is always there. And, I believe that God sends angels to us in the way of friends. Thank you for being there.
Earth Angel
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11 posted 2009-02-18 01:35 PM


Alison ~

If my poem is able to give you comfort in even but a small way, I am deeply gratified.
Sounds like you need a warm, loving hug from a friend ~ so here it is...

In fact, Ali Girl, I'll throw in a three more for good measure!

Love
Linda

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12 posted 2009-02-18 01:46 PM


Pilgrim ~

I appreciate you sharing that with me. It truly touched me.

"Truly a Universal poem" ~ Thank you, Nan! That was very nice of you to say!

Love & Universal Light,
Linda



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13 posted 2009-02-18 01:51 PM


Goddess ~

The non-believers are loved by God as well. It's just that they aren't consciously aware of it.

MicheleRose, as always, it was good to hear your thoughts! Thank you!

Love & God's Living Light,
Linda

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14 posted 2009-02-18 01:52 PM


vandana ~

You're so nice! I suppose that is why you write such "nice" replies!

Have a nice day!

Love & God's Light,
Linda

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15 posted 2009-02-18 01:56 PM


Suncleaver ~

I appreciate your appreciation of my poem even if you cannot appreciate my show of appreciation of God!

Hmm, I'll have to reread what I just wrote. I don't think I even understand it!

Love & Light,
Linda

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16 posted 2009-02-18 01:59 PM


Ceinwyn ~

Gosh, Kris, it sounds like you're in need of some TLC. God always comes through for you ~ as you well know! Sometimes we have to be a bit patient ~ but He comes through in Divine time ~ and in Divine ways!

Love you, Tinkerbell!

Linda

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17 posted 2009-02-18 02:02 PM


BC ~

Hello, Bill. Thank you for your affirmative response!

I like agreeable people!

Love & Holy Light,
Linda

Earth Angel
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18 posted 2009-02-18 02:06 PM


One Who Walks with the Wind ~

I'm smiling from 'wing tip' to 'wing tip'!
I am grateful for your enthusiastic response!

Love & Our Father's Light,
EA

Earth Angel
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19 posted 2009-02-18 02:08 PM


REJ ~

Yes, I believe what you say is true ~ and I also believe that He is on guard to protect, love and guide us.

Love & God's Light,
Linda

Earth Angel
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20 posted 2009-02-18 02:10 PM


Oklahoma's Sweetest Rose ~ says the sweetest things!

~ and yes Sue, what you say is true for you too!

Love to you, my angel rose friend!

Linda

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21 posted 2009-02-20 03:11 PM


What a beautiful, uplifting poem! *S*
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