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Marge Tindal
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0 posted 2000-10-21 03:13 PM



Little Elf-Of-Self
~*Marge Tindal*~



I have a little Elf-Of-Self
as you can plainly see
Sometimes she pens the words so sweet
that dwell inside of me

Other times she's pensive
bringing another's thoughts so kind
I love each caring spirit
she has brought to mind

When someone else's thoughts
are captured by my pen
I feel inspirational enlightment
glowing from deep within

This Elf-Of-Self has feelings
to touch the hearts of many
Sometimes she cries another's tears
when they find they haven't any

Sometimes she smiles a smile
that has not yet reached your face
The Little Elf-Of-Self sends it winging
on it's way post-haste

So if you find that you need
a little elf to comfort you
Rest assured that she
will know exactly what to do

If you find a verse
written on the pages of this rhyme
Take what you need to comfort and enjoy
It was probably for you this time






~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
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© Copyright 2000 Marge Tindal - All Rights Reserved
Mark Bohannan
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1 posted 2000-10-21 03:24 PM


You give so freely so often to me and I love you for that my friend.  You even knew that I need this poem from you today.  How sweet you are.  Hugs

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2 posted 2000-10-21 03:26 PM


Marge, this was wonderful. I liked this a lot, sometimes I think I have a similar 'elf'! Very good work!

Elizabeth


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Kit McCallum
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3 posted 2000-10-21 03:30 PM


Oh Marge ... I wish you could see how big a smile I'm wearing right now ... what a positively uplifting and entertaining verse,  I loved your thoughts in this!

It reminds me of your "Playful Ink of Think" which STILL plays happily in my mind (that phrase continues to pop into my head at the darndest times) ... and now my poet friend, you've given me "little elf-of-self"!

You're gonna keep me smiling from here to eternity Marge, I just loved this!  

And HEY THERE ... CONGRATULATIONS on 11,000 Posts!!!
There's a party in Announcements! /pip/Forum3/HTML/000625.html

Best wishes,
/Kit

[This message has been edited by Kit McCallum (edited 10-21-2000).]

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4 posted 2000-10-21 03:31 PM


Marge, you've done it again, this is so cute and I love it.
Always giving,
always helpful,
the elf of self
is you!
                   Marsha
Take care        

BloomingRose
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5 posted 2000-10-21 03:39 PM


Marge,
This is just what the doctor ordered! I needed this after riding my broom all morning! lol
Seriously, it's very sweet and perfect, as all your poems are.
Hugs,
Deb

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6 posted 2000-10-21 05:07 PM


MarkB~
Ahhhhh !
See, she does know the hearts that need her.
You're such a sweetheart !
I love you !

Elizabeth~
I'm sure you also have one -
and she stays busily at work !

Kit~

You just make my smile brighter by knowing you !

Playful Ink-Of-Think
knows Elf-Of-Self it's true ...
They cavort together daily
cause it's such a fun thing to do !

They care not that they drive me batty
with their constant vie for attention -
I really love them dearly
in case I forgot to mention !

And YOU dear friend are one OBSERVANT eagle eye !
Thanks, dear friend.

Marsha~
Well, maybe she resembles me just a little.

BloomingRose~
Tell that doctor that I only charge
for
any smiles in excess of 11,000 per patient!
~*Marge*~


~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
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Kethry
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7 posted 2000-10-21 05:40 PM


Marge,
What can I say. This little Elf of self touched me deeply, but then your poetry always does. Congratulations on the 11,000 post. that number's so high it makes my head spin,  
Be well
Kethry


Growth demands a temporary surrender of security.
Gail Sheehy

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8 posted 2000-10-21 05:44 PM


Kethry~
Thank you, sweetheart.
Gosh, it makes mine spin too !
But it came so easily -
and I sure got to read a LOT of great poetry !
~*Marge*~



~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
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9 posted 2000-10-21 08:09 PM


Oh Marge, I LOVE THIS!!!!!  Gotta love any poem that is written as beautifully as this is, and that has.......elves.....Yesssss!  Bonnie
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10 posted 2000-10-22 10:08 AM


Bonnie~
Just knowing it gave you such delight is enough
to keep me smiling all day long !
Love ya'
~*Marge*~


~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
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11 posted 2000-10-22 10:11 AM


Marge!  What a lovely elf...I've been known to have an imp ~ they are far more mischievous and impossible to handle!

This is a keeper...


Karilea
If I whisper, will you listen?...KRJ



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12 posted 2000-10-23 02:53 AM


Karilea~
Hmmmmmm !
More difficult to handle ?
Wow ! ... they can be either the most delightful,
or the most impish when they've a mind too !

Thanks for the reply, my friend.
~*Marge*~


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13 posted 2000-10-23 03:05 AM


This is a treasure and if you dont mind dear lady I would love to have it in my library
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14 posted 2000-10-23 03:29 AM


I, like Paula, would like to keep this in my library......it is so wonderful, Marge, and brought such warm feelings to me as I read!
Thank you for always making me smile!  


Follow your dream!


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15 posted 2000-10-23 03:58 AM



Marge-
   oh my...how did this one sneak
   by me??  I LOVE THIS!!    
   this is just so you.  
   you've got me wearing a
   great big smile.  

   btw...a late, yet sincere, congratulations
   to you on hitting 11,000 posts.  

   love and hugs,
      -vicky




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



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16 posted 2000-10-23 05:02 AM


Marge! How do you keep turning out such unique compositions??? LOVED this! (But maybe I'm biased because I'm going as an Elf for Halloween ) Elf-Of-Self... perfect! Where did you come up with this? And you still turn it around and make it into a selfless tribute... beautiful. Thank you, darling Marge.

~ Beth

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17 posted 2000-10-23 05:27 AM


Oh Marge!!!
This is an absolute delight and I just think you are so wonderful a poet
Marge you are a delight as always to read
Winged ~HUG~
Tracie~
P.S CONGRATS 11,000 wow!!
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18 posted 2000-10-23 09:38 PM


Paula~
I'd love for her to have a library to cavort in !
Watch out ... she's inspirational as all get out !

Sunny1~
Well, you gals just have at it !
Anytime ... anytime !  Enjoy her !

Vicky~
That little elf is a sly one ...
sneaks right on by if you aren't quick !
I'm so glad you like her and thanks for the congrats !

ElizabethCor~
They've just got a way of writing themselves and signing my name !
HONEST !
You'll make a delightful elf, I'm sure !

Tracie~
Awwwwwwwwww !
You make me feel soooooooo special !
Thanks for the congrats, too !

*Is it any wonder the Little Elf-Of-Self
enjoys herself so ...
with great friends like you all ...
she's such a happy little critter !
~*Marge*~



~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
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19 posted 2000-10-23 10:05 PM


Marge~

Your Little Elf-Of-Self has brought a much needed smile to my face tonight my friend.  This was a delight to read.  Just a small peak at the mountain of love and caring that resides in your enormous heart.  Excellent!!  

Hey, Congrats on number 11000!!!!!  WOW!!!!!!!        

Lone Wolf


Poetry should surprise by fine excess...it should strike the reader as a wording of his own highest thoughts and appear almost a remembrance. -J.Keats

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20 posted 2000-10-23 10:17 PM


and it was...again.  Give her a hug for me, will ya?
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21 posted 2000-10-23 11:47 PM


Marge,
You give so much and we keep taking. Allow me just this once to give you the comfort of my embrace. You are the best!

Respond to my call and let the waves of my heart fill your life with the wonders of love
(Daniel J D)

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22 posted 2000-10-24 12:12 PM


What a delight!!  Made me grin ear to ear.
..elf-of-self..  putting away tissues from a previous poem of yours, now trying to whip this grin off my face.lol    Marcy

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23 posted 2000-10-24 12:14 PM


..on second thought I'll just wipe it off.lol
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24 posted 2000-10-24 10:38 AM


LoneWolf~
Thank you, honey.

Serenity~
Yep ... and she says thanks.

JD~
Oh ... no greater joy do I receive than friendship gained.
Thanks for embracing the friendship.

Marcy~
LOL @ whip/wipe ...
Sounds like a good sales point !
Thank you for your friendship.
~*Marge*~


~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
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25 posted 2000-10-24 11:07 AM


~Marge~

(((huge hug))) for this beautiful poem....you are an elf-of-self.

love your style, seeing how you cheering up people with your words...and care.

and penn it all with the grace of an elf.

you must have magic fingers.
Charisma

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26 posted 2000-10-24 07:52 PM


This is delightful, Marge!

Denise

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27 posted 2000-10-24 07:54 PM


thanks for the smile



Jamie

Tu ne cede malis, sed contra audentior ito. - Virgil.
"Yield thou not to adversity, but press on the more bravely".



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28 posted 2000-10-25 06:12 AM


Charisma~
Thanks for enjoying it so much.

Denise~
She is an elf of delight.

Prometheus~
You're welcome.
~*Marge*~



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