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Little_Spyro Senior Member
since 2000-01-09
Posts 659San Diego, CA, USA 
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The dragon stood there up on the stage With his four-fingered hand on his heart He knew he was going to turn a page In history, tearing old views apart. "I pledge alleigance to the flag, To which many have served and died And I pledge allegiance to my kind Whose rights can't be denied; I pledge allegiance to a future day Where we peacefully coexist It will happen--we'll find a way This opportunity we won't miss; I pledge allegiance to all of you Who are listening to me now I promise my intentions are true And I will achieve them somehow; I believe that one day I'll be safe and sound Walking 'round a city street And not get stares from all around And people that I'd meet; Dragons have lived in legend too long But I assure you we're real We're here not only in myths and song But alive, you can touch and feel; I have a dream and my dream will come true A tale we're no longer merely I have a dream, and my dream is that you Will let us join you sincerely." The dragon stepped down and walked back off the stage And for moments silence was heard Clearly the audience was duly amazed And thought what they saw was absurd But they came to accept, slowly at first That the creatures of myth did exist And quenched at last was the small dragon's thirst As his people came out of the mists...of time. "This is our hope. This is the faith with which I return to the South. With this faith we will be able to transform the jangling discords of our nation into a beautiful symphony of brotherhood. With this faith we will be able to work together, to pray together, to go to jail together, to stand up for freedom together, knowing that we will be free one day." -Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. [This message has been edited by Little_Spyro (edited 01-30-2000).] |
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Little_Spyro Senior Member
since 2000-01-09
Posts 659San Diego, CA, USA |
I wrote this because I know there are a lot--too many--people out there who are feeling oppression and unjust mistreatment. I know, because I used to feel it too--and still do today. Everyone does. And I hope this will change things, even if just a little. Oh yes, one more thing: Denise--or anyone else for that matter--could you please tell me what you think of the picture? The thumbnail on the side doesn't do it justice (it looks better in full size)...I know the resolution's bad, but it's the thought that counts  [This message has been edited by Little_Spyro (edited 01-19-2000).] |
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Pepper Member Elite
since 1999-08-19
Posts 3079Southern Florida |
It does my heart and mind good to see that there are young people, like yourself, out there with such beautiful hopes and thoughts for our next millenium....  This is a wonderful piece, written beautifully! I like your picture LS, but you are right.....it would be better if it were larger....hard to see you in this.... A soul that writes from the heart and shares it, truly gives a gift extraordinaire! Shannon |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Wow! This is wonderful! You possess a wisdom far beyond your years! Your writing is delightful! I like the picture, although, I too wish it were zoomed in a bit! Thanks for posting this enchanting piece!! Denise And slight is the sting of his trouble Whose winnings are less than his worth; For he who is honest is noble, Whatever his fortunes or birth.~~~Alice Cary, ~Nobility~ |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
Are you sure you're only 14 ? *G* Just like the dragon....wise. Wonderful poem Spyro ! |
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Little_Spyro Senior Member
since 2000-01-09
Posts 659San Diego, CA, USA |
lol thank you all! And I just figured out: if you click on my picture you do get the larger image, like I intended to have... |
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JOY 14 Senior Member
since 1999-09-22
Posts 1419Wisconsin USA |
A dragon's work is never done Posting poetry before the set of the sun Enlightening many of the dragon's plee For peace, understanding, and unity JOY |
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Majestic Member
since 2000-01-11
Posts 264houston, tx. |
bravo, bravo...encore..hehe..another excellent read...But i've come to expect nothing less....great work....Cool dragon btw... |
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FreeByrd Member
since 1999-11-03
Posts 267 |
Wonderful words Lil_S. Those little four fingered dragons always get to my heart. Keep the dream alive. |
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Pepper Member Elite
since 1999-08-19
Posts 3079Southern Florida |
I just clicked on your picture LS...you are a cutie [This message has been edited by Pepper (edited 01-20-2000).] |
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Little_Spyro Senior Member
since 2000-01-09
Posts 659San Diego, CA, USA |
*blushes* aww, thanks |
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Broken_Winged_Angel Senior Member
since 2000-04-06
Posts 994Small Town, Somewhere |
I'm speechless.. This was wonderful.. WOW! |
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jamesjiao Member
since 2000-04-12
Posts 268Backwaters of Avalon |
Um, how do I view your picture? |
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