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Auguste
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0 posted 2001-04-24 01:42 PM


I'll Always Believe

by Michael


Come to me
when icy shadows crawl
and
moan within the tortured nights
of haunted dreams.  

I’ll soothe
your weary brow
and
safely hold you.  

When others judge
and
lose their faith
in who you are,
I’ll always believe.  

When mornings wake
to solemn overcast,
I’ll drive away
the threatening clouds
and  
offer hope.  

When your tears spill,
I’ll save
each precious droplet
as a treasure.  
Come to me
and
be my friend.
I’ll be your shelter.          

Proust-
"Love is space and time measured by the heart"

© Copyright 2001 Michael Auguste - All Rights Reserved
Sunnyone
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1 posted 2001-04-24 02:10 PM


Michael...
I read this at a time when the words couldn't have hit me harder...thankyou for this beautiful piece...you always write from your heart.

Live...Love...Be grateful for both!!
  
    


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2 posted 2001-04-24 02:25 PM


Well done.

Live for love. Without love, you don't live.


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3 posted 2001-04-24 02:27 PM


quote:
When others judge
and
lose their faith
in who you are,
I’ll always believe


No wonder everyone enjoys their reading of you....

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4 posted 2001-04-24 02:37 PM


Michael~
This is wonderfully written.

And as a VERY complimentary measure -
I'm going to add that it equals (and perhaps surpasses)
many a write by my personal favorite, Rod McKuen.

That is intended as the ultimate compliment I can give this piece from you -
Know that I believe you deserve it fully, poet.

~*Marge*~

~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
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5 posted 2001-04-24 02:43 PM


Everyone needs a friend like you.  Joyce
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6 posted 2001-04-24 03:09 PM


Each one of your reads is such a treasure Michael........thank  you.  *s*

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

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7 posted 2001-04-24 04:56 PM


Michael--Your friendship is a treasure...and these words are gems...wonderful writing!!!!  
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8 posted 2001-04-24 05:27 PM


You write with such a deep intensity from your heart. I couldn't think of any greater honor than for you to call someone your friend.
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9 posted 2001-04-24 06:03 PM


Sunny,
I'm glad this poem came along at a good time for you, my friend.  My poetry can only come from the heart because that is where it lives.  Thank you.

Interloper,
Thank you much.

Karilea,
I never lose faith in my friends and don't judge their hearts.  We each live our own lives as best we can and when a friend loses faith in his or herself, I think it's up to us to shelter them at that time and help them regain confidence in themselves.  Thank you.

Marge,
I've read some of Rod McKuen's writing and that you think this poem is even in the same ballpark with his is a true honor.  I thank you, sincerely, for the great compliment.

Joyce,
My friends are few.  Many left when they saw my health failing.  I suppose they didn't know how to deal with it.  What they didn't understand is that I haven't changed at all.  I still have hope, love life and will pursue my dreams.  My door to friendship is always open to everyone.  It always will be.  Thank you.

Gentle Spirit,
Thank you for such a nice compliment.  That makes me feel very good and brings a smile.  You're sweet.  

Martie,
Your friendship is also a treasure.  I think you already know that.  Thank you.

inot2B,
As I said to Joyce, my door to friendship is always open and you're most welcome to enter and is anyone.  Thank you.

Everyone,
You're all welcome to be my friends and I'd consider it a great privilege to be your own. E-mail me if you'd like and let us get to know one another.  I hope your day is one of peace and pleasant thoughts. Thank you.  

Michael

Proust-
"Love is space and time measured by the heart"

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10 posted 2001-04-24 06:59 PM


Michael,

This is wonderful...I would consider it an honor to be counted among your friends...

Elizabeth Anne

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11 posted 2001-04-24 10:17 PM


What lovely sentiments flowing from your pen, Michael.  I enjoyed this very much.

All writing comes
by the grace of God.
-Ralph Waldo Emerson

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12 posted 2001-04-24 10:24 PM


Michael
I thought this was beautiful, as is everything you write.....Thank you...Sue

Suetang

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13 posted 2001-04-25 10:25 AM


This piece is very beautiful and sincere....a fantastic write!

Nathan

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14 posted 2001-04-25 11:23 AM


Michael,
wow, i needed this today...things are a little rough right now and this made me feel so much better...your thoughts are always so well said..another amazing poem...
~Sami~

'Sometimes we think it's holding on that makes us strong, but sometimes it's letting go' ~~Sam Ewing

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15 posted 2001-04-25 11:44 AM


wonderful writing.  
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16 posted 2001-04-25 02:45 PM


Elizabeth Anne,
I got your e-mail and have just mailed a reply.  I am also honored that you'd want to be my friend.  Thank you.

Lone Wolf,
Thank you for taking the time to read and for enjoying.

Sue,
You are always very sweet in your praise of my work.  Thank you, dear.

Nate,
Thanks for dropping by and liking this one.

Sami,
I'm glad this poem came along at a good time for you.  I hope things work out well for you soon.  Thanks for reading and take care.

sigheyes,
Thank you for the "wonderful" and for reading.


Michael

Proust-
"Love is space and time measured by the heart"

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17 posted 2001-04-25 06:46 PM


'I’ll soothe
your weary brow
and
safely hold you.  

When others judge
and
lose their faith
in who you are,
I’ll always believe.'

Absolutely beautiful poem, Michael!  I truly love this!

sp  

to be with you...
I've tried to hide my passion,
but it's just no use...
piece by piece I lose it
when you walk in the room...

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18 posted 2001-04-26 10:50 AM


What a beautiful promise! I like this very much!
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19 posted 2001-04-26 04:59 PM


~~~ Michael ~~~
This one touches me even more the second and third times around.......so back it goes to be shared in it's beauty to those who didn't have a chance to read it before!  
...I hope you write like this forever...

Live...Love...Be grateful for both!!
  
    


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20 posted 2001-04-26 05:10 PM


snowpants,
Thank you for "loving" this one.  That really makes me feel good. :-)

suthern,
Yes, and a promise that can't be broken.  Thank you for the nice comments.

Sunny,
This is how I treat all my friends.  Friendship is such a treasure.  Thank you, my friend.


Michael

Proust-
"Love is space and time measured by the heart"

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21 posted 2001-05-18 08:27 PM


Michael,

    I don't even know what to say... I do believe I'm speechless.  I have waited my whole life to hear these sentiments from past loves.. and I'm still waiting.  This poem touched me more than you could ever know.

TaraB

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22 posted 2001-05-18 08:39 PM


Always~


Lauren~


***

Nothing Beautiful In This World
Is Ever Really Lost
All Things Beloved
Live on In Our Hearts...Forever."


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23 posted 2001-05-18 08:57 PM


exceptional expression in hope and sincerity....

Kathleen Blake

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and the sun drips honey."
Laurie Lee


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24 posted 2001-05-19 01:35 AM


rosepetals,
I am not one of a kind.  I'm sure there are many men out there that feel exactly as I do.  I hope your wait won't be much longer.  Thank you for such kind words.

Lauren,
I appreciate you coming by and reading this.  I also thank you for the advice and support yesterday.  You're a good friend.

Kathleen,
This is the way I treat my friends.  In my way of thinking, it's the only way to carry on a friendship that is to grow and remain healthy.  Thank you.


Michael

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