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Marge Tindal
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0 posted 2002-11-06 11:51 AM



The Bucket Of Joy
~*Marge Tindal*~

Sir created ~

A spirit with hair lit with the golden rays of the sun
Within her heart He placed the song of a child
taken from the very throat of the nightingale
For the crowning touch to this beauty
upon her face He placed a smile

She glowed ~

He gave her a vase to gather
the lovely flowers of the meadow
He gave her a bucket full of joy
and bade her to live happily
upon the days of the earth
He smiled ... and it was good

Years passed ~

He found her sitting all alone
in the meadow where she'd been created
No smile - no joy to call her own
Child, what happened to the gifts I gave you
You've nothing left to show


She replied ~

Sir, I've traveled far from this meadow
to lands where sorrow weeps
I felt so blessed that I gave away
all the gifts you'd have me keep

Meekly she said ~

I had more sunshine than I needed
I shared some with a friend who was down
My smile was badly needed on the face
of a friend who wore a frown

Tearfully she continued ~

On the grave of a soldier
whose widow wore a brave face
I placed lovely flowers from the meadow
in a tiny crystal vase

Wistfully she remembered ~

To a crying child needing slumber
I gave my finest song a voice
Nightingale would be proud
of the hushed lullabye of choice

Humbly ~

I gave away almost all of the blessings
that you sent my way
And yet, Sir, I feel richer
than I was on that beginning day

Hopefully ~

But, Sir, I still have the bucket
It has held the tears of many
Sometimes they overflow the brim
and sometimes there's not any

Smiling ~

When I think that I have received
all that my bucket can hold
Someone sends to me
a smile, a flower, a song
A ray of sunlight dancing
straight across my soul

Sir sighed ~

Thy name is Joy

Sir wept ~

Joy caught His tears
in her bucket


~On today's date, November 6, I've been at Passions for three years
I hope that I've touched someone ... somewhere with something I've written.
I came with only my poetic words ...
you accepted them as part of my heart ... and welcomed me into yours~
~Thank you for three wonderful years of sharing the friendships of the circle~

~*~
This little piece is among my favorites of my writes ...
Those of you here continually fill my Bucket Of Joy


~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
           noles1@totcon.com                       

© Copyright 2002 Marge Tindal - All Rights Reserved
vlraynes
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Somewhere... out there...
1 posted 2002-11-06 12:02 PM



Marge~
Are you sitting down?   YES...it's REALLY me! LOL
You already 'know' that this is one of my very
favorites of yours too.  It touches me deeper than
I can put into words, and just squeezes my heart.
I, for one, am extremely glad that you stopped
by 3 years ago, and decided to stay.  You've been
a great friend and a wonderful inspiration.
Here's to 3 more years!
Love and big hugs,
~Vicky

"...until you have read the verse on his heart,
you have not truly met the poet.
~vlraynes

[This message has been edited by vlraynes (11-06-2002 12:04 PM).]

Janet Marie
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2 posted 2002-11-06 12:31 PM


I hope that I've touched someone ... somewhere with something I've written.
===============================

dont ever doubt it Margie...
Happy Anniversary !!!!

"huglets"
jm

suthern
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3 posted 2002-11-06 12:45 PM


Three years ago a lady fair
With poetry in her veins
Joined Passions group and from her pen
Poems began to rain.
I admired her from the start
But never could have guessed
How dear a friend she'd come to be
She's truly this life blessed.
Buckets of joy she's given us,
Such caring she has shown -
Congratulations I offer
To one of the finest people known!

This poem is beautiful, Marge... and one of the many examples of you touching our lives as you gift us with your muses' bounty... and your own big heart. *S* Congratulations!

Martie
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4 posted 2002-11-06 01:31 PM


Marge/sis

You are one of the wonders of this place and poetry,
a heart and friendships connection.

:lovyou:

Seymour Tabin
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Tamarac Fla
5 posted 2002-11-06 01:45 PM


Marge,
THe bouquet is just filled with other flowers. Loved it.

Trillium
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6 posted 2002-11-06 02:01 PM


Dear Marge:  I have always loved this poem, although it is hard to pick a favorite from the tapestry of words you have created here and on other sites.

Never doubt for a minute that you have made a difference in the life of one person.  You have made a difference in the hearts and minds of thousands! No one knows how many!

What a privilege it has been to get to know you and read your work!  

Love you
Betty Lou

Betty Lou Hebert

Earth Angel
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Realms of Light
7 posted 2002-11-06 03:51 PM


Marge,

Conratulatory hugs
on your 3 years at PiP

~*~

You speak so softly
and with velvet tongue.
You spin your yarns
to us among,
your ardent readers
with eager ears,
please stay with us
for three more years

~ May your life's bucket overflow with joy

Linda



Betty
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since 2002-08-13
Posts 1159
Virginia
8 posted 2002-11-06 05:22 PM


I love this poem. It has so much feeling in it. And Happy Third Anniversary. I have enjoyed your poems so much. Thank you for sharing your talent with us.
Love you,
Betty

SmartChick
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On A Journey To The Unknown
9 posted 2002-11-06 05:23 PM


Marge, this is the most beautiful poem I have seen. Just so you will know, you have done more for me, than you know. I am so glad you were here when I came. You have truely been an inspiration to me. I will always remember you, forever.
NewEnglandlazurlu
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A Mountain Paradise
10 posted 2002-11-06 07:44 PM


Dear Sweet Marge, you know I love this with all my heart. In case I forgot to tell you this week, you are my mentor, spiritual guide and special dear loving friend. A great big thank you for who you are and all you have done for me. Below is a little gift for your anniversary but more so for our friendship.  Hugs dear lady, Marti



Suetang
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Melbourne, Australia
11 posted 2002-11-07 12:03 PM


Hello Marge

Your wonderful words sent so much joy my way as I savoured each and every verse.  This would have to be one of my favourites.

Take care....Sue

I am in motion
I am blue
Love is an ocean
I'm anchored in you
- Shawn Mullins

ellie LeJeune
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King of Prussia, PA USA
12 posted 2002-11-07 06:01 AM


Dear Marge, you have touched so many hearts and uplifted me with the inspiration of your exquisite poetry....Happy anniversary and thank you from the bottom of my heart!!  Hugs Ellie  

A friend hears the song in my heart, and sings it to me when my memory fails.

Kethry
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since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082
Victoria Australia
13 posted 2002-11-07 07:27 AM


Thy name is JOY!
Keth

Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind.  Unknown



Kit McCallum
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Ontario, Canada
14 posted 2002-11-07 08:37 AM


Happy Anniversary Marge!  

What a beautiful poem to mark this amazing milestone.

Do not ever doubt the hearts you have touched, dear Marge ...

Mine, is merely one of them ...
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Best wishes and hugs to you,
/Kit

Marge Tindal
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15 posted 2002-11-07 10:30 AM


Friends - Friends - Friends~
See ... see ... YOU are why I share~
It's not so much about what I give ...
as it's about what I receive~

Thank you from the heart of this poetess~

OhVicky~
It is just 'right' that you'd be first~
Thank you always for allowing me to share with you~

JanetMarie~
Oooooh ... you make me feel really nice~
Thanks so much~

SuthernLady~
YOU ... are friendship~
My heart hugs yours~

MartieSis~
It thrills me to have your hand to hold in this circle~
Thanks my friend~

Seymour~
You've been here from the start ...
thanking you always~

BettyLou~
To reach out and touch another in word-time is a special honor I promised my great grandmother I would fulfill~
I soooooooo love and appreciate you and your lovely family~

EarthAngel~
And in the joyous overflow
some things remain
though some do change
Always I will count the friends
who've held my hand
through thick and thin ...

Thank you~

Betty~
You and I go waaaaaaaay back ... even before these pages blue~
How very, very much I appreciate you~

SweetDearSue~
And in the circling ... I am so glad to know you~
I wish you joy at every turn ... and that you stand in the warm circle of this friendship for many years to come~

Marti~
Oh dear lady ... this gal thanks you for the *gifts* you send my way~
I'll treasure this graphic and see if I can give it voice~

SueTang~
To stand among your 'favorites' is a place I'd love for this one to be~
Thank you always for your thoughtful kindnesses~

EllieEllieEllie~
The *gift* of your friendship and the beauties you share ... are always to be remembered in my heart~

Kethry~
Awwwww ... same to you sweetie~

Kit~
Shucks ... just had to start my day with that teary-eyed stuff, didn't ya' ?

As I went back and read that beautiful piece from you ... I noticed friends who aren't here anymore ... I mailed out seven letters hoping to gently bring them back to the circle~
You're just a DOLL !

Love and *huglets* to all of you~
~*Marge*~

~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
           noles1@totcon.com                       

Denise
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16 posted 2002-11-09 10:31 AM


I can't believe it's been three years already, Marge, it seems like only yesterday! You have touched us here at Passions with your beautiful poetry and with your beautiful soul! When I count my blessings, having come to know you is definitely high on that list!

Love ya,
Denise

Marge Tindal
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17 posted 2002-11-09 10:43 AM


Denise~
And YOU girlfriend ... were here from night one for me~
How I treasure the friendship bond we've made~
Always ... always I'll love the classic beauty of your caring and thoughtful soul~
Love you~
~*Marge*~

~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
           noles1@totcon.com                       

2dalimit
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18 posted 2002-11-09 11:16 AM


The poem tenderly touches my heart, as you have, since I joined PIP.

Thanks,
Melton

Marge Tindal
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19 posted 2002-11-09 11:39 AM


Melton~
Ooooooh, thank you so much~
And to have you come in and read me is a blessing to me~
*Huglets*
~*Marge*~

~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
           noles1@totcon.com                       

ESP
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Floating gently on a cloud....
20 posted 2002-11-09 06:24 PM


3 years...and about 3000 poems no doubt!! As long as you keep sharing them you will keep touching us all with your words. You are a very sweet person and if more ppl followed ur example, the world would probably be a better place.
Luv, Liz xx

Marge Tindal
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21 posted 2002-11-30 08:20 PM


OhLittleLizzie~
How you warm my heart~
I love you gal ... hoping and praying that the recent terrorist violence in the Africa area doesn't reach you~
Be safe, love~
*Huglets*
~*Marge*~

~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
           noles1@totcon.com                       

vlraynes
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Somewhere... out there...
22 posted 2002-12-28 11:16 PM



You know...

"...until you have read the verse on his heart,
you have not truly met the poet.
~vlraynes

midnightblues
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23 posted 2002-12-29 01:04 PM


Awww dearest Marge,

This is one of my favs too! Yay I LOVE IT!!!


many Hugs
Michelle

If there cannot be equal in affection, then let the one with more be me - midnightblues™

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