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From One Flake To Another (For Kit McCallum)
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From One Flake To Another (For Kit McCallum) |
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Mysteria 
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada 
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 I've often wondered on this great big planet earth, During this wonderful season filled with love and mirth, If folks are divinely sent to us on this journey we call life To make us laugh, or lean on in our daily strife. Best friends come along if we're lucky only just one time. Usually we meet a special person in our early prime. I met mine when I was young ~ we bonded from the start. 45 years she held my secrets, both good and bad, safe in her heart. One day she died and went away leaving me alone once more, I had no idea how to cope with what my future held in store. I grieved and grieved, knowing she'd be mad if she saw I cried. Her life held such intense purpose, and still did even though she died. So I began to celebrate her memory, and what she did in life, It helped if I remembered her as a dancer, a mother and wife. Still there was a big hole, a void nothing ever seemed to fill, Then I opened up my aching heart against its very will. On these blue pages one day I read words in rhyme sublime, So like the toes of a dancer who keeps such intricate time. I read and read until I felt I saw inside that poet's soul Could it be? Someone else didn't feel quite whole? It takes time, trust, and work to build friendships that fit and feel just right, I got to work then and there by saying hello that very night. Since then our love just grew and grew like some rotten weed. We are so alike its ridiculous, we're two peas in a pod indeed! Today, I got a box in the mail my new best friend had sent, I opened it, let out a gasp, and for the Kleenex I went. Inside was a stained-glass, red-haired fairy, with beautiful wings of blue. I held it to my heart, and knew what she had tried to do. She had captured my Willow in glass for me to see forevermore Done by her own two hands, to hang in the window by my door. Looking out my window now, I feel so blessed as I take in every hue, Knowing I'm lucky in this lifetime that my best friends numbered TWO!  Her card read, "No two flakes are alike with the possible exception of you and me." ~* Note *~ This all started from a graphic I kept as I thought it looked like a dear departed friend, named Willow. Kit took that graphic and somehow turned it by her own hands into a stained glass art piece for me to hang in my window that I will treasure forevermore. My heart bursts this day with love, gratitude, and gladness.  Love, Joy, and Cheer! |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
How nice of you Mysteria!!!!!  ARCTIC WIND |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
1derful  Poet, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write. |
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TomMark Member Elite
since 2007-07-27
Posts 2133LA,CA |
very , very beautiful , my dear lady. this is a wonderful poem for your friend but reflected out your spirit too. Tomtoo |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Well, in all honesty, I got a little lump in my throat from all the love and beauty in this post ~ your friendship with Willow, your friendship with Kit, Kit's thoughtfulness and talent, seeing the stained glass of Willow hanging from your home window, your poem ~ and your show of appreciation and gratefulness. Yeppers, I have a little lump in my throat! God bless you all!  Linda  |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
It arrived in one piece!!! Woohoo! That’s great! Bless the gentle mailman!  I’m glad you like it Sharon (and yup … her hair colour was no accident). Thank you soooooooo much for the wonderful poem. I absolutely loved it! The feeling is mutual my flakey friend.  You’ve laughed with me, and cried with me more times than I can count, and it scares me to know that you know me sometimes better than I know myself Sharon. OK, I’m gonna stop typing before I start crying - Linda and I got the same lump, lol. Love ya too, and thank you again for such a beautiful poem ... that was a wonderful surprise!  Best wishes and big hugs, /Kit |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Beautiful salute to friendship. You are both very lucky. Ida |
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HopeS Member Elite
since 2000-12-22
Posts 4596Perth Western Australia |
so beautifully expressed , Heart to heart your friendship is blessed Hope |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
a wonderful thank you, and gift to each other~~ M |
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1slick_lady Member Ascendant
since 2000-12-22
Posts 6088standing on a shadow's lace |
lovers will leave you but friends will last forever |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Sharon...Indeed you are blessed to have two such special friends. Kit's art/heart work is so lovely. I understand how you will cherish it. Hugs to you both! |
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Ceinwyn Member Elite
since 2000-07-09
Posts 2175VA |
Friends are Angels in Disguise. This is beautiful. Got that little lump too!! If at first you don't succeed destroy all the evidence that you tried. |
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Flutterwings Member
since 2001-07-10
Posts 288Maine |
Mysteria, you are indeed a mystery. No two flakes are alike, but, your flake is radiant like a precious gem. It sparkles for all to admire. Love and peace, Maggie ((~.~)) |
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sandgrain Member Elite
since 1999-09-21
Posts 3662Sycamore, IL, USA |
Through my tears of joy, I thank God for those angels He sends that may appear as flakes sometimes. I know how much Willow meant to you, and how deeply touched you are by Kit's artistic talent tailored just for you. You're both as beautiful as that lovely stained glass piece. God bless, Rae |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Sharon and Kit, you both brought those tears of joy only another woman knows. How very, very precious!!! You're both so lucky! .....jo |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
 Superb!!!....the poem, the photos, the stained glass...they represent the pure poetry of true friendship. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
You are all just so special - my muse has obviously "taken a hike," and up and left me but I had to pump this out as a thank you for Kit. I was shocked to receive the parcel period, but when I opened it, well...you know, you had to have been there! She is a very big-hearted, and wonderful person that Kitster, yes indeed she sure is. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to each and every one of you too from our family to yours. |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
I'm not sure which one of you I should hug first here - BOTH of you - FRONT and CENTER... |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
Yes i say the Same! Both of are very nice people, and very loved here at pip!!!!!!! ARCTIC WIND |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Nan I wish I was there for a hug - yes I sure do! Thanks Artic Wind I think we are however all special here in this place |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
I know how it feels to fall and I have melted more than twice I've been compacted like a ball and I am useful in a fight. I've kissed the ground in christening and tantalized a tongue or two I've danced till I was glistening-- so as for flakes? I've known a few.  But I'm far south--I'm in the drink! (and no it's not the kind you think) I've met more flakes than Kellogg's has, and as an expert--I say these two flakes surpass All the standards of flakedom they have the fluff of stuff (and some extra sparkle, these two chums are love made visable--and fun! My little tribute to two beautiful ladies of inspiration!  to you both! |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Mysteria and Kit, understanding close friendships and it's so nice to see you two enjoying each other as friends. Some times we form such strong bonds we wonder how we were so blessed. Best to you both, "late" And I love serenity's little poem.. |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
nice read |
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TinaTrivett Senior Member
since 2006-07-15
Posts 569 |
Beautiful poem...and beautiful friend. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
 Karen, as flakes go you are a favorite of mine! Loved your tribute, you nutcase! |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Late Arrival, Vandana, and Tina, thank you all for dropping in and Happy Holidays to you and yours. |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
What a wonderful thing for her to do |
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