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The Beholder
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The Beholder |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania 
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The Beholder You, who have looked into the eye of splendor, and have not responded with a radiance from the depths of your being, have not lived the day. For the beauty of nature speaks to you in exquisite ways and your eyes respond in joy and mirror the wonders they behold. Your dialogue with nature is not in words from your lips, but in the dancing of your spirit. Nature responds to you in the fragrances of the earth, in the songs of a gurgling brook and in the wings of an eagle soaring the open sky, casting a moving shadow across the valley of your contentment. When sun's falling beams illuminate an opal cloud and the last crimson rays of sunset cling to the mountain’s edge, your eyes allow them to drop beyond the horizon, and your spirit still dances, knowing they have slipped into your tomorrow Elizabeth Santos [This message has been edited by Elizabeth Santos (edited 02-17-2001).] |
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monique Member
since 2000-02-03
Posts 369Louisiana |
What a beautiful dancing poem to get up with this morning. Indeed good morning all day long into tomorrow OOPS! my screen is next to my big glass two doors looking outside at my neighbor's field of shinny green rye grass and a cooper's hawk just flew by so your poem, Miss Elizabeth, is fitting my moment [This message has been edited by monique (edited 02-17-2001).] |
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laryalee Member
since 2000-06-19
Posts 352Alberta, Canada |
Awesome imagery, Elizabeth - a joy to read. "and in the wings of an eagle soaring the open sky, casting a moving shadow across the valley of your soul." This sends a shiver of delight what a great view! Lary |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Lizzie~ Lovely .... 'Your dialogue with nature is not in words from your lips, but in the dancing of your spirit.' You were watching ...  ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Good God! Elizabeth you do this to me all the time...this wonderful style from the depths of the composition of humanity...... "your dialogue with nature is not in words from your lips but in the dancing of your spirit." So very very true...it's all in how you it affects you and how you take the time to realize the beauty that so many miss......wonderful write Elizabeth! The poet is like a cocoon; in him the caterpillar of the past finds rest, and from him the butterfly of the future emerges. |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
This is the most glorious piece I've read in a very long time....I'm speechless. "When red-haired girls scamper like roses over the rain-green grass, and the sun drips honey." Laurie Lee |
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Elizabeth
Moderator
Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
This from the lady who used to say she didn't know how to write free verse! I can say that this is one of the most beautiful free verse pieces I have ever read. Wonderful poem.  |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Liz--There is so much to learn beyond the horizon...in the line across time...where the sky melts...this is a beautiful tribute to seeing. |
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DYME Member
since 2000-07-29
Posts 104Texas |
THAT WAS BEAUTIFUL. GREAT USE OF IMAGERY. I COULD ACTUALLY FEEL WHAT YOU WERE SAYING. GREAT JOB. NO WEAPON FORMED AGAINST ME SHALL PROSPER... ISAIAH 54:17 |
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rosepetals25
since 2000-05-31
Posts 3076PA |
Elizabeth, I know it has been sometime since I have responded to your poetry and I apologize for that. I had to make sure I had time to respond to this one.. it is simply bueatiful.. wonderful imagery and wording. I just loved it |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Elizabeth, Excellent writing, but that is your favor with me. Sy |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Very beautifully done, Elizabeth!! |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
When sun's falling beams illuminate an opal cloud and the last crimson rays of sunset cling to the mountain’s edge, your eyes allow them to drop beyond the horizon, and your spirit still dances, knowing they have slipped into your tomorrow ===================== your gift of imagery shines with or with out your gift of rhyme ... outstanding free verse effort with an inspiring message. your poetry is a joy to behold take care sweet poetess of grace As sure as God made wine you can't wrap your arms around a memory In the dark for me youre the candle flame that flickers to life ~Mission UK~ |
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Lady In White
since 2001-02-12
Posts 2799USA |
Every line, every gesture of written imagery...blesses us. Thank you. |
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snowpants Member Elite
since 2000-09-16
Posts 2061KS |
'Your dialogue with nature is not in words from your lips, but in the dancing of your spirit. Nature responds to you in the fragrances of the earth, in the songs of a gurgling brook and in the wings of an eagle soaring the open sky, casting a moving shadow across the valley of your contentment.' Whoa...you are most definitely gifted with the language of poetry, Elizabeth! This is absolutely beautiful! Wow...I can't seem to read this enough! That's why it's going into the library! sp  everytime I close my eyes, I see your face, I taste you on my lips... every night I fantasize that I can feel you on my fingertips... |
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Mike Member Elite
since 1999-06-19
Posts 2462 |
a pure delight to experience... |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Up to your normal standards, Liz, which means incredibly high..well done, my queen |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Oh this is lovely...how do you do it? Again, I beg you to let us use this in the newsletter! |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
Sorry, this is actually Liz posting. For some reason I tried to change the user name and password back to mine, but it didn't work. I'll have to wake Kamla up and have her fix it (She's still on New Zealand time) She's a computer wiz, so she''l fix it for me. monique, Thank you for sharing in the glory of your moment, and for your kind respose to this poem Laryalee, Glad you enjoyed the view Thank you Marge, Of course, this would be to your liking Your one with nature. Thanks, dear one ethome, You and are are alike in ways, it seems I’m glad to know you share my love of nature Kathleen, Your words make my spirit dance Elizabeth, Thank you, Elizabeth. You make my heart flutter with joy Martie, Your responses are so poetic. Thank you DYME THanks for your comments They are much appreciated rosepetals, Please don’t ever appologize for not responding, as I am the one who hasn’t had time to respond to others , and I am truly regretful. Thank you for reading, I’m glad you enjoyed it Sy, If you like it, I am content Denise, THanks, dear, see you soon! Janet Marie, Thank you for your gracious comments Lady in white Your comments warm my heart Thank you snowpants, Thanks for your comments. I’m so glad you loked it Mike, If you say so, I am happy Balladeer, Thank you, master of rhyme. I am grateful for your remarks Poet deVine. Thank you, and the answer is yes. Liz [This message has been edited by Severn (edited 02-18-2001).] |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Liz, How absolutely stunning. I loved this especially: Your dialogue with nature is not in words from your lips, but in the dancing of your spirit. Nature responds to you in the fragrances of the earth, in the songs of a gurgling brook and in the wings of an eagle soaring the open sky, casting a moving shadow across the valley of your contentment. Write on Kethry Those of us who refuse to risk and grow get swallowed up by life. Patty Hansen. |
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emmalouise Junior Member
since 2000-06-04
Posts 26 |
Beautiful writing, Elizabeth. The imagery is masterful. I enjoyed this so much. |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Dear poet ... whether in rhyme or free verse, the beauty and wisdom in your words shine through so brilliantly. This was simply stunning Liz! You've painted such vivid images in my mind, and as always, with such flowing and graceful patterns ... you left me mesmerized my friend .. just beautiful! Best wishes and hugs to you, Kamla and Denise ... wish I was there today too! {{{hugs to all}}} /Kit |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
You took me out of this office cube with this one, Elizabeth... It set my spirit dancing... Beautiful! |
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Cerenity Member Elite
since 2000-02-16
Posts 2637Escondido-California |
Hi Liz, Well girl you made my heart dance with this one, every word flowed so beautifully, I shall put it in a safe place for reading over and over, thank you so much for being so special in mind, heart and soul, Hugs to you. Love, Cerenity "God doesn't have to be reminded that we exist. We have to be reminded that He exist!" (Writer Unknown) |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
What an exquisite treat this one turned out to be but I knew it would be when I saw you name on it. There are no words to describe how I envy your talent for imagery but I also hope to one day come to the level in my poetry that you reach in everyone of them. As has been pointed out to you, this is a remarkable piece of free-verse and the language in it and the splendor of it's wisdom is outstanding. Well done!! |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I do believe I am beholding a treasure.... |
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