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Face the Dawn
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Face the Dawn |
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Kit McCallum
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since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada 
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Face the Dawn Here's to fresh beginnings, To the newness that they bring; Such sweet rejuvenation, I have found in this, my spring. A change is what I so desired, To find myself again; So patiently I've waited, Searched for strength to come within. And on this new horizon, As I face the coming dawn, I'm thankful for the many trials That I was thrust upon. For though I was perplexed at times, And shadows hid the light; I've woken to a fresh new day, That followed those dark nights. Revitalized and strengthened From my long and hazy sleep; I look to better days ahead ... For promises to keep. A pact I've made to me alone; I'll not give up this fight; If I keep pushing onward, I will see the break of light. So bring on all you can, dear world, I've woken from my sleep ... You can't defeat me anymore; I shall not bow and weep. I'll fight the darkest demons, I will climb the highest hills; You've no idea just how strong I've fortified my will. And though you tried to hold me down, I didn't flee or run; I'll not be timid, shy or drawn ... I've only just begun. So break of dawn, I welcome you, I'm ready to begin, A brand new day with strength renewed ... I'm ready now to win! /Kit McCallum |
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netswan Senior Member
since 2000-03-28
Posts 1369Washington |
Wow, Kit ----This is perfect. Oh, I love that strength, wisdom and spirit in this poem --- ~netswan |
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brian madden Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 4374ireland |
Really enjoyed this poem, has a nice glowing summer's feel to it, a healthy dose of optimism. In otherwords fantastic.  Here's to fresh beginnings, To the newness that they bring; Such sweet rejuvenation, I have found in this, my spring. A change is what I so desired, To find myself again; So patiently I've waited, Searched for strength to come within. And on this new horizon, As I face the coming dawn, I'm thankful for the many trials That I was thrust upon. For though I was perplexed at times, And shadows hid the light; I've woken to a fresh new day, That followed those dark nights. Revitalized and strengthened From my long and hazy sleep; I look to better days ahead ... For promises to keep. ------------------------ "Isn't it enough to see that a garden is beautiful without having to believe that there are fairies at the bottom of it too? " Douglas Adams. "Here chewing your tail is joy" Richey Edwards "Take nothing but pictures. Leave nothing but footprints. Kill nothing but time". Baltimore Grotto |
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Kit McCallum
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since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
~Netswan: It's from the heart, this one ... needed a positive punch to get me back on track! Thanks Netswan! ~Brian: Optimism is what this soul needed Brian. It so helps to write it out ... whatever would I do without my therapy pen??? With much appreciation, /Kit |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Great poem, Kit...full of strength..so I say..YOU GO GIRL! |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Kit~ With a positive attitude like the one you've written .. ain't no stopping you now ! A new dawn, for sure ! ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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SpitFire Member Elite
since 2000-04-19
Posts 2396 |
~Oh Kit,...I should follow you. This is wonderful,...great, strong expression. Thanks for sharing. *Peace. |
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Lone Wolf Member Ascendant
since 2000-03-16
Posts 5842Lansing, MI USA |
Kit, WOW!! You write with such conviction at times...I admire that. Power, hope, adversity, and strength of character come through loud and clear. I love this one!! Excellent writing, my friend.  LW Friends are friend forever if the Lord's the Lord of them and a friend will not say never cause the welcome will not end. --Michael W. Smith |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Go get 'um, Kit. Good poem and a great attitude! |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
~Martie: Thanks for encouragement and the "you go girl" Martie! ~Marge: Onward and upward Marge ... thanks! ~SpitFire: There's plenty of room to come along SpitFire! Join me! ~LoneWolf: WOW! Thank you for all the wonderful words LW ... I appreciate it tremendously! ~Balladeer: Thanks for the encouragement Balladeer ... I think I will go get'um! With much appreciation to all, /Kit |
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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
"If I keep pushing onward, I will see the break of light"! This so full of hope and conviction, Kit. A vey well written and powerful message. Wonderful! Ellie 02 |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
~Ellie: Thanks so much for your kind words, Much appreciation, /Kit |
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kat Member
since 2000-05-20
Posts 387 |
Wow! Kit, you have put in writing what I feel at the moment. Thanks for that insperational poem. I really enjoyed it! Kat |
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shilpi Member
since 2000-05-24
Posts 73 |
Kit, the poem...its awesome, infact, so powerful and strong, and most of all.. its full of optimism.....hats off to you !! shilpi |
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Lorraine Nisbet Member
since 2000-05-18
Posts 218Jersey City, NJ USA |
Hi, Kit! Strong expression...great poem...really enjoyed this one. ~Lorraine A great poet is nothing more....than a discovered amateur |
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Lorraine Nisbet Member
since 2000-05-18
Posts 218Jersey City, NJ USA |
Hi, Kit! Strong expression...great poem...really enjoyed this one. ~Lorraine A great poet is nothing more....than a discovered amateur |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Enjoyed reading this...such a positive and strong attitude displayed here.. James |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
I'm sure other readers feel the same, but I almost feel that this one was written just for me. What a wonderful uplifting poem, in thought and writing. Thank you for reminding us to live each wonderful day to its fullest Liz |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
~Kat: You're welcome Kat ... glad you enjoyed! ~Shilpi: Thank you for the wonderful words Shilpi! ~Lorainne: Thanks for the kindness Lorainne! ~James: I needed a little positive reminder ... thanks James! ~Elizabeth: I hoped you might read it Liz ... it is when life is toughest that we need to draw up all our strength and forge ahead with purpose and attitude ... take care Liz ... With much appreciation to all, /Kit |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
WOW so strong and powerful filled with hope and determination. ALRIGHT! BRAVO. Je t'aime plus qu'hier et moins que demain." I love you more than yesterday and less than tomorrow (unkown) |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
~Dark Angel: Thanks so much for the positively lovely response ... Much appreciation, /Kit |
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Elizabeth
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Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
I'm so glad I found this one. It says so much about perseverance. Great work as usual, Kit. Elizabeth You cling to your ways and leave mine to me. Suum cuique. ~Elizabeth |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Wow Elizabeth ... you went digging for this one, LOL! I'd almost forgotten this one, I'm so glad you read and responded to this ... I needed to hear this and remind myself today! Thanks! Much appreciation, /Kit |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
What a wonderful uplifting beauty this is! Take care, Melissa~ |
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