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Kethry
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0 posted 2002-01-24 04:04 AM


First find a friend to share your heart
Soon in sharing, loving starts
Tell him all and tell him often
In this, all bitterness will soften
Hold him close when times are bad
Stand together when things get mad
Tell him secrets, it shows your trust
And don't forget a little lust
Hear him speak, take in those words
They give freedom to love's birds
Commit… I say unto the end
But first of all… find a friend.

Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind.  Unknown



© Copyright 2002 Lynne Dale - All Rights Reserved
Irish Rose
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1 posted 2002-01-24 07:32 AM


oh yes, I have and isn't it a wonderful feeling?
There's absolutely nothing like it in the world.
I love this poem, Kethry, this one I print out and keep in my notebook
(you don't mind do you )
this is ah, just made my morning..........
love it, love YOU

Kathleen--(Kay)
A true friend does not love you for who you are, but in spite of who you are." -- Caroline Tran

strbbux
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2 posted 2002-01-24 07:58 AM


Ah Kethry, friends are gold. such a heartwarming poem.floria

Floria

"Alas for those that never sing,
But die with all their music in them"
(Oliver Wendell Holmes)

Janet Marie
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3 posted 2002-01-24 08:47 AM


Words of wisdom from your heart and cadence kissed pen.
Love the promise of this...good to see you here Keth-girlie

I'm like a broken record that you can play ...
Repeating (as if it matters) ... everything I say.

Gin Blossoms

Marsha
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4 posted 2002-01-24 11:51 AM


Keth darling sister of my heart and holder of my secret soul Oh my I’m stunned with admiration this has got to be one of you utter utter best. Truly the line and flow in this is absolutely excellent.

How do you do that darling heart? Always you surpass expectation I'll forgive you for writing soooooooo well and for being beautiful of heart and in person, but only because you deserve it.


Bravi Bravi Bravissimi


If you keep writing like this I shall start running out of superlatives and that would never do would it?

I think you've just ignited a spark darling heart, I'll be back soon

  
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


sodpossom
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5 posted 2002-01-24 11:58 AM


Kethry

You are so wise beyond your years.Theres alot of people that could of used this lesson.Very well done and educational!

His Poet
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6 posted 2002-01-24 12:01 PM


Keth, to have a love that was first a friend is the ultimate mate. That's probably rare since most of us think lust is the absolute first prerequisite but once lust fades, without friendship, there's not much left. Well, enough of my sermon. Nice message. Cheryl
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7 posted 2002-01-24 01:28 PM


so true kethry..yes..first find a friend ..someone whos heart and allegiance is with you..nicely done

              ~Vic

You can complain because roses have thorns, or you can rejoice because thorns have roses.

                                                -Ziggy

Charisma
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8 posted 2002-01-24 01:32 PM


wise words dear Kethry.
like it a lot

Charisma

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9 posted 2002-01-24 02:12 PM


Very very wise words Keth!
First be friends and let the love develop into something more....wonderfully said.
~Hugs, Nancy~

~Time has cast a spell on you,
  So you won't ever forget me~

Mistletoe Angel
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10 posted 2002-01-24 03:01 PM




(smiles) Oh Kethry, this is sooooo beautiful, I love it!!! (kiss on cheek) I am so happy, for I have found my first girlfriend and she has everything I dream of to love her forever and me and my RosePetal just fall in love more with each other each day! (sigh) We all love you so much, sweet friend, this is gorgeous! I LOVE IT!!! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Kethry, thank you for sharing!



May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

Madame Chipmunk
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11 posted 2002-01-25 01:33 AM


This poem is beautifully written, Keth...and packed with wisdom.
The best marriages usually begin with friendship...
My dear husband is also my very best friend!
Great job, Keth!

copyright2002 Lyra Nesius

"poetry is life distilled"  Gwendolyn Brooks

peppermint35
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12 posted 2002-01-26 01:29 AM


Oh most wise one.. it's so true!! Once you have the friendship... the rest is like icing on the cake.. a very tasty icing, lmao.. but still...

Wonderful write, Keth..!!!

Hugs,

Pepper
"A poem is the very image of life expressed in its eternal truth."
   Percy Bysshe Shelley

Larry C
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13 posted 2002-01-26 01:43 AM


Ooooh Freiiind, YoooooHoooooo! I have a secret to tell you. Yooo Hooo. Hope I didn't forget that lust thing...where is it? Keth...I neeeeed youuuu!
JamesMichael
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14 posted 2002-01-26 01:48 AM


Enjoyed your words...James
N orth Carolina Girl
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15 posted 2002-01-26 01:21 PM


Kethry,my husband and I were friends before we got married and after 34 years we still are.I`m also glad that I have you for a friend.


Love,

Juanita

"always have a smile on your face it makes people wonder what you`re up to:

Midnitesun
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Gaia
16 posted 2002-01-26 02:05 PM


Kethry, is this a new version of the 60's Free Love 101? LOL, I love the message. Friendship is the foundation. But don't forget the lusty fun! Who hands out the grades for this class?
Auguste
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17 posted 2002-01-26 02:22 PM


Kethry,

Friendship by itself is a most wonderful thing, but having a spouse as your best friend is simply the best of both worlds.  Thank you for this most special bit of wisdom.

Michael

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