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You and Me Against the World
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Kit McCallum
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since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada 
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This poem was inspired by an old, yet timeless song, sung by Helen Reddy, entitled ... "You And Me Against The World" There has been many a night where human companionship was not enough ... Unable to console ... Unable to fill the deep void ... Unable to brush the tears away; Nights where only my "best friend" could Ease the endless pain I felt. It is in these times, that a tender song heals my heart; One I have cherished throughout many a long night. As a child, it became the song I would sing aloud for my treasured friend of youth. Full of sincerity ... Full of love ... Full of devotion ... For always, this bundle of joy was my child, my friend, and my beloved companion. With her sorrowful passing, I found and shall always treasure the legacy of love in memories, that moved gracefully from one generation of companion to the next; A new bundle of love to comfort me through trying times, One whom I would cherish ... One whom I would love ... One whom I would care for throughout all her days. And as with my first, this song became A part of me ... A part of her ... A part of the bond so sweetly two entities can share ... It again, became the gentle mantra of two beings. And in the end, when she quietly passed away in my loving arms, it was this song I whispered to her one final time to light her passage; Through my tears ... Through my wavering voice ... Through my broken heart, I sang ... "You And Me Against The World". repost /Kit McCallum |
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Soleil Noir Senior Member
since 2001-12-19
Posts 688USA |
I am glad for this repost, and think your inspiration will inspire others |
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2dalimit Member Elite
since 2000-02-08
Posts 2228Mississippi coast |
Quite moving. Different style than which I'm accustom to. I particularly enjoyed the theme. Great peice. Melton |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggsssssss) God Bless You, sweet friend, this is such a beautiful and heartfelt write, this had me weeping in tears of both joy and sadness. (kiss on cheek) This is soooooo gorgeous, sweet friend, whatever happens you'll always have her song in your heart, and your friendship will always sing! This is soooooo heartfelt, sweet friend, I'm adding this to my library!!! YAY!!! (sigh) We all love you so much, sweet friend! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Kit, thank you for sharing!    May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton [This message has been edited by Mistletoe Angel (01-09-2002 08:39 AM).] |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Tears here!! I love this Kit, it's a great poem tribute.  |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Having recently reunited with some "best friends" of my childhood, this is meaning so much to me. Thank you Kit, for sharing a part of you we would otherwise never know... |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Kit, You are more than a wit. You are a key that opens poetry to me. Wonderful.  |
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Ven Member
since 2001-10-01
Posts 102U.K. |
So very touching. The last four lines brought with them a lump to my throat and a tear to my eye. Blessed be. Ven |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Kit, Very touching and profound. Chris Life is not measured by breaths you take, but by moments that take your breath away. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Beautiful Kit...an inspirational way to start my day. Well done! ~Hugs, Nancy~ ~* A dream is a wish your heart makes... *~ |
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angelbear Member
since 2001-05-22
Posts 139North East, USA |
Wonderful and truly touching. After just lossing my grandmother a few weeks ago, this poem hit home. I believe there is a reason I chose it to read. Thank you for your poem. Christine I can't control |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Kit, I realize this is your poem, but I hope you don't mind if I hold this one terribly close to my heart? I know this one well, and thank you. ~*~ Carpe' Diem ~*~ |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I think perhaps "Baren" was my introduction to your poetry... and I was blown away... not just by your incredible talent but by your magnificent heart. *S* I love this poem on its own merits... and also for reminding me of the day I started seeking out your work. *S* Beautiful! |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
She is, and always has been my favorite singer, Helen Reddy. This is the most warming poem I've read in many a day. Thank you for this, Kit. Kathleen-- |
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Victoria
since 2000-08-12
Posts 5869 |
I saw Helen in person and remember crying as she sang this song..it was about 20 years ago..lovely Kit..enjoyed ~Victoria~ "To love and be loved is to feel the sun from both sides." |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
A lovely and moving tribute to your friend, and also to Helen Reddy. I am very impressed!  copyright2001 Lyra Nesius |
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amigo Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 520the earth school |
I love this, Kit.... simple yet strong way of expression...thank you for sharing...  |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Kit~ You touch me tenderly with your words~ Such heartfelt beauty to tug the strings of my heart~ Beautiful, lady ... just beautiful~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
You already know how I feel about this one... |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
And as with my first, this song became A part of me ... A part of her ... A part of the bond so sweetly two entities can share ... It again, became the gentle mantra of two beings. And in the end, when she quietly passed away in my loving arms, it was this song I whispered to her one final time to light her passage; Through my tears ... Through my wavering voice ... Through my broken heart, I sang ... "You And Me Against The World". =============================================== Do you see the way these words have touched the readers...look at these replies.... each found a part of them in the words. That is the gift of poetry...and the reason it should be shared.... and you dear poetess....your words always touch deep...that is your gift. I ask why you come here, you say just because |
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strbbux Member Elite
since 2001-12-19
Posts 3859 |
This was a wonderful inspiration Kit, I loved it. floria |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Soleil Noir: Thanks so much for the kind words Soleil Noir, I hope they do inspire, many thanks … 2dalimit: It is a different style, but I'm glad you enjoyed the theme Melton, your comments are always so very appreciated. Mistletoe Angel: I love your enthusiasm Noah … you are like a breath of fresh air every time I see you, thanks sweet friend. Poet deVine: Awww, thanks Sharon, I hope they were happy or memorable tears for you, thank you ... and big hugs. Sunshine: I'm glad you been reunited with some "best friends" Karilea … there's nothing like warm friendships to keep us grounded. I know I appreciate ours … Seymour: I hope I can convey how much that comment meant to me Seymour, you've warmed my heart with this lovely response, thank you so much. Ven: I'm so glad I was able to touch you in this way Ven, I'm very grateful to you for these sweet words. Nightshade: Thank you so much for this beautiful comment Chris, I am very appreciative. Enchantress: I'm glad I was able to start your day with a little inspiration Nancy, many thanks to you my Ontario friend. Angelbear: Your response really touched my heart Christine … I'm glad you chose to read this also, many thanks to you for sharing these thoughts with me. Mysteria: I understand Sharon, and please keep this as close to your heart as you wish. Our memories are a powerful thing, and I hope your memories will always comfort you dear friend. Southern: I think it's my turn for a tear in my eye now. Thank you for being so encouraging and giving Suthern, I very much appreciate your wonderful words, thank you. Irish Rose: It's funny how twenty or more years can go by, and songs like this remain so close to our hearts. She did have a beautiful voice, thank you Kathleen. Victoria: I still cry every time I hear it Victoria. Someone recently gave me a CD that has this song on it, and I have to be careful I don't put it in while I'm driving or I can't see the road. Thanks so much for your kind words. Madame Chipmunk: Thank you for these sweet thoughts Lyra, I'm so glad that you enjoyed, very much appreciated. Amigo: I'm glad I was able to share this with you Amigo, and thank you so very much for this lovely response. Marge Tindal: I'm glad I was able to tug at your heartstrings this morning Marge, thanks so much for your sweet words and gentle spirit, my friend. Balladeer: I know that you know, that I know that you know ….  Thank you Michael, for prompting me to revisit this poem and look at it from a new light, and thank you for all the wonderful advice and time you've given me toward my upcoming poetry reading. You are the sweetest ... big hugs to you.  Janet Marie: I'm glad to see that so many can read this and relate it to tender memories within their own lives … as always JM, your comments warm my heart. You are a treasure, thank you. Strbbux: I'm glad you found some inspiration in this piece Floria, thank you so very much for the kind words and letting me know you enjoyed. Much appreciation to all, this has meant a lot to me, as I may read it along with a few others at my first poetry reading next week … in front of .... "people"  Big hugs to all for giving me some MUCH needed courage, /Kit |
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