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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania 
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MY PART The part I played upon life’s stage Was only mine to play And every word that passed my lips Was molded of my clay Each deed that out of kindness came And those of ill intent Are all recorded on my page Without a bias bent The food I ate, the cup I sipped The comfort of my bed Where I walked and where I breathed And where I lay my head No pressure placed upon my brow Not once was I coerced No scene was drawn, no script was etched No action was rehearsed God showed my footstep where to tread My heart how to forgive But I alone determined Where to go and how to live All that I am is in the book From early days of youth Soon my weathered page exposed To light, to God, to truth Elizabeth Santos |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Profound and beautiful, dear Elizabeth. I love your thoughts, even as you consider the conclusion of your earthly sojourn, which will inevitably occur in its right time. Truth will be revealed, I believe that too and it is a comforting thought for our yearning souls. Margherita |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
Age sure makes one think, doesn't it, my friend...and I think makes many believe when they never did before. Fear of death huh. Enjoyed, j. |
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Startime1955 Senior Member
since 2012-04-22
Posts 1072Alberta, Canada |
Absolutely perfect poem with a wonderful message for us all...*BIG HUGS* *may our dreams ever be magical* |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
God showed my footstep where to tread My heart how to forgive But I alone determined Where to go and how to live And you, dear lady, have lived with a grace, perception and compassion beyond compare. Your part has given us poems that touch and become part of us (your poem for Toe & Lavender Lace are never far from my heart!)... and a person we love and admire, even if we only know her through her words. I hope it's a long time before God examines the book of you, but when He does? Expect smiles, sweet poet... and arms wide open. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Suthern could not have said it better! You have also shared that "book" with a lot of us, and we are all the better for that sharing. Take care dear Lizzie. |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Your words give me comfort. Thank you poet friends I remember the poem about Toe. The fact that it seemed accurate to those who know him personally, to me was an honor. He is a good person Liz |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
"God showed my footstep where to tread My heart how to forgive But I alone determined Where to go and how to live" Great poetry, even better advice. Enjoyed. JL  Love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul,and with all your mind. Love your neighbor as yourself. |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Liz, your poem, like you, is beautiful yet true and honest, powerful yet delicate and sensitive, magnificent yet exquisite in its every detail. Your whole poem had tears of sensitivity welling up in my eyes, but the last 2 lines and Ruth's reply have the tears coursing down my cheeks. Owl |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Oh, and, Liz, something important I left out by mistake, is, "brave" - not just now and in the poem, but throughout your life, and especially for taking responsibility for all your actions, no matter whether they are good or bad - so few people do that, and I must commend you for this in no uncertain terms. Owl |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
I have always loved the depth of your spirit, my friend...now even more! I wish I could hug you in person again. xoxoxoxo |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Your book is overflowing with beautiful pages! |
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ebonygirl Member Elite
since 2011-07-14
Posts 2000California U.S.A |
"All that I am is in the book From early days of youth Soon my weathered page exposed To light, to God, to truth" The Light of wisdom shines within your poem. Enjoyed, ms. e |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Wonderful...yes our life is built upon our choices...James |
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