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....and in with the new,,,
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....and in with the new,,, |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA 
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The old year's finally going out. The new one's coming in. So many thoughts come now to mind but where do I begin? The year's been filled with up and downs, with good and bad times, too And so I sit and reminisce as thoughts come into view. I've made some friends, some enemies. I've done the best I could But there are times intentions , though well meant, don't turn out good. I only hope I have enriched the lives of those I've met And, to the ones I've injured, I must live with the regret. I've seen new family members come, applauded at each birth And cried for those whose time had come to finally leave this earth. I've seen my children take a giant step toward adulthood Tried hard to fill them with advice with hopes it does some good. My health has been quite good. There were a few days I was down But other folks were much worse off and here I'm still around And like my golfing buddies say when bad things come to pass Life is good if we are still on this side of the grass. I've loved. I've lost. I've loved again, refusing to stay down. I've had my hopes high in the air and had them on the ground. I've had emotions carry me and had them hold me back Hurt feelings when I spoke too soon with wisdom that I lack. There are some things I'd change, some things I'd redo, if I could But wishin' for what cannot be does no one any good So, with a wistful smile, I'll raise my glass and have a cold one And hope the coming year's as kindly to me as the old one.  . .  Happy NEW YEAR to you all!! [This message has been edited by Balladeer (12-23-2001 10:25 PM).] |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 CLAPPING WILDLY!!! BRAVO!!! WHAT A PERFECT POEM TO RING IN THE NEW YEAR!!! (big hugggssssss) I LOVE IT!!! May the New Year bring you many new hopes and blessings just as the many memories of this year will stay with you!!! (smiles) Here's to a wonderful Annus Mirabilis! (raises a toast) We all love you so much, sweet friend! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Michael, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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SEA
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
well you've warmed my heart, and made me smile...your wonderful wit, your sweet kindness, and always your willingness to play....makes it so I adore you, and hold you always, in the highest regard. I hope you have a wonderful new year full of more love and happiness than ever before.  &  oh yeah,  [This message has been edited by SEA (12-23-2001 10:30 PM).] |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
My 'deer, I hope you never doubt the lives that you enrich, For every time I see your name, my heart just gives a twitch; You've made me laugh, you've made me cry, and time and time again, You've made me ponder life in depth, as words flow from your pen. I wish for you, a splendid year, of love and happiness, For all the joy you bring to me, I truly do feel blessed; Your stories and your tales of life upon these pages blue, Enrich us all sweet Balladeer ... there's no one else like you.  Best wishes and hugs for a Happy Holiday Season and a Wonderful New Year, /Kit [This message has been edited by Kit McCallum (12-23-2001 10:53 PM).] |
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Tennessee Angel Senior Member
since 2000-06-03
Posts 661Tennessee |
Life is good if we are still on this side of the grass ---------------------------- I love this! Truly this has been an up and down year but we are still here and that's what matters. Wonderful write! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! |
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Tracey Member Elite
since 2001-08-29
Posts 2808where insanity meets breeding |
Michael you have certainly enriched my life with your poetry and your sense of humour. I wish you much health and happiness in the coming year. May you write more poetry, play more golf, and feel more love than ever before. I raise my glass to you Deer. As we pass into a brand new year I raise to you the glass of cheer May your heart be full of joy my friend For the new year, it’s best wishes I send If she who dies with the most toys wins, then can I have some toy boys please? |
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D.Lester Young Senior Member
since 2001-12-08
Posts 1219Austin, Tx |
This is a well written piece from the heart of a poet. It shows the good and bad with the flow of life in the words that are so real, that they touch you. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Ah Balladeer, it has been an up and down year all around. But we're all still here and ain't life grand? You poet sir have made me laugh, and cry until the mascara ran down my cheeks. We can always count on you for an utterly fantastic write...such as the one above! *Happy New Year Dear Deer.*  ~Hugs and luv, Nancy~ *~ Wishing you all a magical Christmas ~* |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
'Deer dear heart I really love this poem it is UTTERLY utterly wonderful. I was going to write a witty little poem that extolled all your virtues, and spoke of how great you are. I was going to but 1) It wouldn't be half as good as this and 2) I am just stunned to silence. Make the most of it kid I'm not silent long. Truthfully this is utterly utterly first class writing, YOU are a wonderful writer and person. Your presence in these blue pages does so much for so many, you are a guide, and a wit. You lift spirits and hearts, you release emotions, you are exceptional. You've made me cry, you've made me laugh, you've even on occassion made me nearly choke to death, however that was clearly my own fault as I shouldn't have been eating at the time. Thank you for enriching these pages and for being you Love and warm stuff As always Mushy  To give light to them that sit in darkness..... to guide our feet into the way of peace St John ch2 v1 |
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ecrivan Member Elite
since 2001-12-10
Posts 3923my own state |
I think this is neat, the way you've weaved your life and expectations into the rhyme is superb and entertaining!Bravo! [This message has been edited by ecrivan (12-24-2001 12:17 AM).] |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
Very well said, Balladeer....I love it...and the way it is packed full of true life. **big hugs** and I wish all the best for you in the coming year. Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams. |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
My, my aren't you the early bird...I hope you don't get worms. seriously though my New Year's resolution is to write like you...in season that is pleasin' Keth Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I do wish you a blessed and peace-filled 2002! |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Dear Balladeer, Sir! You have always made me feel at home, here at passions. This is a feeling I have never had anywhere else. For this, I do appreciate. So, I just want to let you know, you have greatly enriched my life. Thank you for all of your kindness and the encouragement you have given me. Anytime, I am feeling down, I can always come into passions and read your poetry, and it always makes my day so much brighter. Thank you, Dear Balladeer, Sir. |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
I think it's a wise poet who knows that none of us is perfect. We make mistakes, do our best to live each day as good people. If we falter, we can get up and move on. You've penned a wonderful tribute to your year sir. I thank you for sharing it with us. And I hope 2002 is even better for you. I hope you continue to write (more prolifically) and share your work with us. Passions is a better place for having you as one of the founding members.  [This message has been edited by Poet deVine (12-24-2001 09:16 PM).] |
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Opeth Senior Member
since 2001-12-13
Posts 1543The Ravines |
Well rhymed, thoughtfully written, and intriguing story, I enjoyed this. |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
I never knew a Deer like you that write such lovely Ballads But then you mix the SPAM and Vienna's with such lovely salades You are a gentleman, I mean a true one, not a fake And I will call you my friend whom I do not forsake I hold this friendship very dear I'll give my heart to you Well, part of it for I recall I gave my hubby a part too Deer, you wrote so true and open but then this is your style Just give me a minute to recover and then you'll get a smile And the best wishes for the year(s) to come HUGS, Titia A rose is a rose is a rose...I guess... Want to use the pics on my website? Just send me a mail and I'll give you the link. [This message has been edited by Titia Geertman (12-24-2001 09:17 PM).] |
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Hypnosis Member
since 2001-12-02
Posts 325CO |
You seem to be a strong person. You have experienced just about all that one can go through, each mountain just makes us stronger. I wish you a Happy New Year Balladeer! And hope you have prosperity, luck, and good heatlth in the year 2002! Randy Meador |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Noah....I thank you, sir, for your thoughts and wishes. May the new year be kind to you.. SEA...you have been a very bright light to me, also. I will always wish the best for you and yours!!! Kit..If there are any blessings I can look back on as having received this past year, my association with you will rank very high on the list...sincerely. Tennessee Angel...right you are, especially with the tragedies that have claimed so many. Best to you, angel! Tracey...it has been a real pleasure coming into contact with you. You are a good person in every way and I am honored you call me friend. I wish you the best... D. Lester...I thank you, friend. Yes, that's what poets do... Enchantress...and you have mesmerized me with your magical verse. Damn the mascara! Full speed ahead into the new year!!!! Mushy....don't choke! We need you!!! Thank you, dear lady, for being there....and always in such an uplifting style! Happy new year, sweets!!! ecrivan...thank you! All poets weave their lives into their poetry and hope someone approves. Thank you for doing so... Startime...and I thank you for being the friend you have been and all you have done for me. You are a wonderful lady.... Kethry...worms aren't so bad with a little ketchup, you know? Only 7 days left...they pass quickly. I wish the best for you, kiwi gal! Sunshine..As long as people like you are in it, it will be blessed indeed. All the best to you, kind poetess.. Smartchick...no one could say anything to me that would make me smile and feel prouder than what you have said here. You ARE home and we are very happy to have you here. Call on me any time... Poet DeVine....right you are. There is no perfection in any of us. They say success is getting up one more time than you fall down. So we keep falling down but we keep getting back up and try to be standing at the end. That's the best we can do. I will always thank you for your kindness... Opeth...and I thank you for your kind words. I wish you the best.. Titia...what a breath of fresh air you have been in my life! Your honesty, sincerity and openness are as beautiful as the country you call home. You are a treasure....I wish only the best for you and your family... Hypnosis..yes, they say whatever doesn't kill us makes us stronger. I'm not that strong...just stubborn!! Thank you for your wishes and right back atcha! Thank you, Randy,, |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
Your words always touched the heart, sometimes with a smile, sometimes more serious but always to light a day or to share the beauty in you. Thank you for your always wonderful gifts written in the most beautiful poetry that you offer us. Wonderful holidays and a Happy New Year. ((warm hugs)) Charisma ~*Theresia~* |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
If we could just eliminate birthdays from every year how much more I would look forward to them! I wish you nothing but peace and smiles every day through 2002. Kathleen (Kay) |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
You've brought many smiles to me, since I came here. I thank you in advance for the next year of them, Balladeer. |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
And let's not forget the things you've learned in this now bygone year, Humility, and a great respect for Long John's poems posted here. For, if you've not gained a single thing other than how to save some face, Then all my lessons have done their part in putting you in your place. heh Happy New Year, Michael! It has been a good year, hasn't it? You are the best, my friend. |
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peaches73533 Senior Member
since 2001-11-04
Posts 981OK, USA |
Michael, You have enriched the lives of so many.You have always touched my heart and filled me with emotion.And from the things that I have read comes a deep sense of devotion.You made me laugh, you've made me cry.You've made me see the answers to why.My friend above all of this.Here fore you is a New Years kiss.May the new year bring you all that you wish for.And may you continue to write forever more.For I have learned so much from you.You pick me up when I'm feeeling blue.You've inspired me when your words are near.And here's wishing you a Happy New Year.  :kiss Peaches |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Peaches - Just one question. How did you know my name is Michael? What? Your message was for that OTHER Michael? well! |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Sweet 'deer, you always make me smile with treasures from your pen I've said before, 'You're special' and I'll say it once again I may not know what lies in store for me this coming year But I know this, that I am blessed to know you, Balladeer Happy New Year to you, sweet friend. May it be filled with happiness and love. Hugs, ~Vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Charisma...you sweet lady! It is I who should give thanks for being here with such wonderful people like you. Thank you!! Rose...that's a thought that never entered my mind! I hope 2002 is good for you...hey, that rhymes! I'm a poet! Duncan..I'll do my best to comply. Thanks for being there, my friend. LongJohn...you have been an excellent teacher for me. Whatever you do, I just do the opposite and it works out perfectly!  I wish you and that lady who is way too good for you the best of luck in the new year, my nemesystic best pal! Peaches...thank you so much, sweet poetess! Your words are so kind you bring tears to the ole Balladeer's eyes. You make it all worth while, believe me. A new year's kiss for me??? Oh boy! Do you deliver?? Vicky...same to ya, Phoenix Princess! Whatever comes to you, it better be good or it's gonna answer to me because you are one of my favoritest people!! **kisses** |
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