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That's What Poets Do....
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That's What Poets Do.... |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA 
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 The old year's on its way out now. The new one's at the door. What has been done is history... The future lies before. No matter where our paths may lead One thing I know as true... Whatever comes, we'll write it down 'Cause that's what poets do. We may have tragedies befall We may have joys bestowed. We'll use our love of writing as A way to ease our load. We'll share our joy with others and Our pain and sadness, too. We'll spread our lives on printed page 'Cause that's what poets do. Perhaps we'll gain some comfort from The sharing of our grief. Perhaps our words of laughter will Bring others some relief. Our writings will allow us to Exchange our points of view And learn from one another's ways 'Cause that's what poets do. So greet the new year with a smile An opportunity To write a host of brand new verse Into your diary. Together we will march into This year 2002 And write our hearts for all to see 'Cause that's what poets do.  |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
*giggling* perfect of course....I am marching right beside you, dear Balladeer, and will steel a kiss as the clock strikes the New Year into life. BRAVO!!!Another one of your masterpieces. **hugs**  Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Michael, Great job! So it is official, the new year poems have begun. Look out.  |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
it seems there's always a new one at the dor, michael..... come on in! a new day dawns the hinge is oiled i've got dancing shoes on the night has crescent moons in sight the year so deer to me, and in the new years room there's so much we can see!!! |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
 Yup, that's what poets do! [This message has been edited by Martie (12-27-2001 12:51 AM).] |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
No matter where our paths may lead One thing I know as true... Whatever comes, we'll write it down 'Cause that's what poets do. Sad but true...in the lousiest situation, I think, 'It'll make a good story, someday'. Cheers to you, Balladeer...and a new year. |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
And some do it with spammy class  very very cool anthem Balladeer  Happy New Year Michael!! |
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Tracey Member Elite
since 2001-08-29
Posts 2808where insanity meets breeding |
I for one, am greeting the new year with a smile. A new beginning for me..back in my old skin. We'll spread our lives on printed page 'Cause that's what poets do. How true. And may we all continue to do that, next year, and for all the coming years. I wish you much joy for the new year Michael. If she who dies with the most toys wins, then can I have some toy boys please? |
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mutington Member
since 2000-11-29
Posts 132New Jersey, USA |
Yes Sir....and some poets {you} do exceptionally well! mutington/joyce |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
You've captured the essence of why I love it here Michael ... regardless of joy, or tragedy ... the sharing of poetic hearts is both a gift, and a joy to partake in each day. Many hugs to you for this rhythmic and inspirational piece .... Happy New Year sweet poet! Best wishes, /Kit |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
It's almost a song...for that IS what poets do. An early Happy New Year, Balladeer! |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
You said it all, Michael. perfect way to approach the new year. Peace Sandra |
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Ariana Senior Member
since 2000-10-08
Posts 571Orlando, Florida |
Michael Another one of your marvelous writings. You are one of the best. Happy New Year to you. |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Balladeer, So that's what poets do. I thought they just dreamed all the time. Enjoyed |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
MyFriend~ Indeed, it's true~ And from the heart I say to you ... DoItToItPoet~ Cause that's what YOU do best~ Love ya', sweetie~  *Hugs* ~*Me*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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SEA
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
 I love this! Yes, that is what we do. and hope along the way, to touch another's heart |
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Opeth Senior Member
since 2001-12-13
Posts 1543The Ravines |
The rhyming and cadence were "right on." The story line - quite interesting. I enjoyed reading this. |
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Glenn Logan Member
since 2001-10-10
Posts 111Virginia |
And though your verse is "a whole 'nother thing" from mine, you do very well what you do! Very nicely done! With all best wishes, Glenn Logan |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 CLAPPING WILDLY!!! BRAVO!!! YES, MAY WE RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH NEW POETIC BEAUTY AND CHEER!!! (big hugggssssss) Soooooooo beautiful, sweet friend! CONGRATULATIONS ON 10000!!! HIP-HIP HOORAY!!! (smiles) 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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2dalimit Member Elite
since 2000-02-08
Posts 2228Mississippi coast |
Some say it often Some say it bold Some say it soften Some say it cold But none other says it like you So keep writing like you do Thanks for the bright outlook for the coming year. Melton |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Great poem, 'Deer - A response will be forthcoming - heh |
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Hypnosis Member
since 2001-12-02
Posts 325CO |
Ah yes, it is what we do isn't it? May everyone's hearts remain open through the next year, and our emotions flow onto paper beautifully! Great 10,000th post Balladeer, I am proud of you! Randy Meador a life lived unexplored is a life not worth living. |
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amigo Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 520the earth school |
My dear Balladeer You do spread a lot of cheer With thoughts always crystal clear And with pics just apt here I wish you a wonderful year And hope you bring a lot of souvenir As you've been doing, year after year.... Thank you Michael....Happy 2002  |
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rosepetals25
since 2000-05-31
Posts 3076PA |
Balladeeer, Yep.. that is definately what poets do Hugs, Tara "My heart is like an open book, for the whole world to read" |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
after writing for 2 years, i am still hesitant to call myself a poet...*grins* but i would try to do all that you have mentioned in your poem.. |
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Elizabeth
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Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
That's exactly what we do, Michael. Wonderful words here as always.  God bless America, my home sweet home. |
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dawn to dusk Member
since 2001-12-09
Posts 68Colorado |
Nice. Happy New Year to you. Good workNoelle "Hold fast to dreams, for is dreams die, life is a broken winged bird that cannot fly" Langston Hughes |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Startime...you NEVER need to steal a kiss! I'll give then willingly!! Larry....yep...bring 'em on!!! Doreen...yep...make it a dancing shoes year! Martie...glad you agree!!!! Duncan..same to ya, Duncan. I'm glad you're here... Janet Marie...Happy New Year, Missouri Belle!! Tracey...congrats on getting your old skin back! Is that like a reverse snake manuever? Any skin of yours is fine with me!! mutington...you're not so shabby yourself! HNY, Joyce! Kit...yes, it is quite a place, isn't it....thanks largely to you! I wish you the best!!! Sunshine..let's make it a happy song to last the whole year long! Best to you, shiny one! catalinamoon..and peace to you, dear lady. You deserve it... Ariana..Thank you! All the best to you, lady. Sy...they only dream when they're awake..HAPPY NEW YEAR, SY!!! Marge..thank you, lady!! Of course now with that ring on your finger you'll never know what I really do best..oh well  CONGRATS, MARGE!!!!!!!!SEA...right you are! Touching hearts is a talent of yours, too. I wish the best for ya!!! Opeth...I thank you. I admire people that admire that in a poem...I appreciate it! Glenn Logan..we all have "nother things". That's what makes it so much fun! Nothing shabby with your style, either!!! Noah...thank you, my friend....and for acknowledging the 10,000...been a long road but filled with so many rewards. See you there! Melton..it will be as bright as we let it be..so let's do so, ok? Happy New Year, sir! LongJohn....I tingle with anticipation... Hypnosis..I'll second those wishes! Thank you, Randy! amigo..thank YOU, sir! I wish you the best also... Tara...and you should know!!! faterider...hesitate if you want to but I won't...you ARE a poet! Write on!! Elizabeth...thank you, miss. Best to you!! Noelle...thank you and I wish you the same. What an appropriate name you have for the season! |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
IO,ooo posts, a million smiles Thanks for sharing your talents and your friendship Liz |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Deer, I agree that's what poets do, and poets who don't - live to forever regret that perfect, lost phrase that is buried under the plethora of banalaties. Exceptional Write, exceptionally right. *Hugs* Kethry Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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amigo Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 520the earth school |
Oh..dear Balladeer, I know you've got me wrong here; I'm a plain and simple gal; Thought I'd let you know it, pal.... see ya... [This message has been edited by amigo (01-10-2002 11:09 AM).] |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
LOL! Sorry, gal. I speak Spanish and amigo is masculine...amiga is feminine so I drew the wrong conclusion. I shall treat you like a lady!! |
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EagleScorpion Senior Member
since 2000-03-08
Posts 1644Here, Now, Forever |
yes.. that is exactly what we do. I agree with you, getting life down on paper does much to lighten the load, and it is forever there for countless people in the future to see... long after we're gone. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
you should repost this michael |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
I can't, Dixie!! It's not 2002 anymore!  |
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