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0 posted 2000-10-19 09:02 AM



I watched as two wee ones were perched on a cloud,
Smirking and giggling and laughing out loud,
They'd whisper a thought into each others ear,
And heaven just smiled as they filled it with cheer.
Little ones dressed in soft pink and blue,
Downy soft wings with which they made do,
Halos made up of rosebuds and greens,
Even a few wearing flannel and jeans.
I saw little cherubs swinging on stars,
While others sat strumming on tiny guitars,
Some chose to go on a fast comet ride,
While using its tail as a heavenly slide.
As wishes and prayers came up from below,
They'd catch them and somehow let us all know,
That as twinkling stars shine in the night,
Sweet little angels are showing their might.
Swinging and sliding and playing so hard,
Yet keeping us safe in God's big backyard.





[This message has been edited by BSC (edited 10-19-2000).]

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1 posted 2000-10-19 09:05 AM


Bonnie*
This took my breath away...such a tender
piece of work and the imagery you used was
exquisite...you've brought such a lovely
vision to mind.  Excellent writing~

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2 posted 2000-10-19 12:16 PM


This was sweet, but I'm not at all surprised to find that in your work, Bonnie. I like the idea of angels catching our prayers.  

Elizabeth


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3 posted 2000-10-19 12:43 PM


Bonnie, You leave me in awe with your poetic pen....I absolutely adore this one!   Marcy
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4 posted 2000-10-19 03:20 PM


BDC - Thank you so much for the sweet reply, glad you enjoyed.
Elizabeth - You're too kind...thanks so much.
Marcy - Thanks for reading and for your kind reply, it means alot.  

Bonnie

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5 posted 2000-10-19 03:43 PM


Brought a tear to my eye, since my sis passed away when she was twelve..so lovely

                   ~Victoria~


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- Paul Valery (1871-1945)

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6 posted 2000-10-19 08:07 PM


Victoria - So sorry to hear of your little sis.  Thanks for your kind reply.  Bonnie
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7 posted 2000-10-19 08:20 PM


Bonnie -

Like no artist has ever captured with an imaginative brush - YOU - had done with your words - created a picture before my mind's eye - I find totally captivating, heart warming. Thank you so much  

~You have to have a dream so you can get up in the morning.

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8 posted 2000-10-19 08:33 PM


Bonnie, NO ONE writes in this style like you do. Your poems are delicious and leave a wonderful taste in the reader's mouth. Thank you for this taste....
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9 posted 2000-10-19 09:03 PM


Bonnie~
Positively delightful thoughts -

'As wishes and prayers came up from below,
They'd catch them and somehow let us all know,
That as twinkling stars shine in the night,
Sweet little angels are showing their might.'


Just took a peek at the stars -
and tossed up a prayer or two !

Thank you, sweet lady.
~*Marge*~



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10 posted 2000-10-20 07:27 AM


Wilfred - Thank you so much for your kind words, they mean alot.  

'Deer - Wow, I really appreciate your kind reply, thanks.

Marge - Thanks so much friend, glad you enjoyed.  

Bonnie

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11 posted 2000-10-20 07:30 AM


Oh Bonnie, many applause for the wonderful visuals you've painted for me this morning! I simply adored this, and am still smiling as I write. This is a beautiful and dear verse!  

Best wishes,
/Kit

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12 posted 2000-10-20 08:23 AM


Bonnie~
I always love your sweet images of little cherubs and angels...lovely read before bed
well it's bedtime for me(oz time) she say's yawning...night, night
Tracie~
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It is the harmony of the universe




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13 posted 2000-10-20 07:47 PM


Nice one Bonnie,

I think you take more 'than a stab at poetry'!

I like the idea of normality and playfulness in your descriptions of the cherubs in heaven; it is wonderfully fun, and they are still doing the business of keeping us safe.  

Best Wishes
Jon

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14 posted 2000-10-20 11:17 PM


Kit - Thanks for reading, glad it brought a smile to you.
Tracie - Hope you had sweet dreams, thanks for the kind reply.
Jon - Thanks so much, glad you liked.

Bonnie

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