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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia 
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Turtles are wonderful. They keep much inside that shell yet reveal the essence of self when they feel safe. And it's in that moment of safety’s reveal we feel we understand love, and the heart of a turtle. The hidden heart and soul comes out of its shell when it no longer fears the wrath of misunderstandings and differences. You know, it’s a nice goal to hope to live and love like a turtle. Turtles teach us the shell is to protect the heart, but not hide it. |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
You're right, Kacy...turtles are wonderful! Loved the thought behind this.  |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
I know a few of them.  (They are cute too.) You have a very special way of looking at things Kacy--I don't know who your special turtle is, but I do know yer pretty special yourself. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
you two yertles are so wonderful!  |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Your insight is always more than remarkable. One never knows where a turle might live; or where a turtle might hide. Brava! |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
 the sanctuary maybe? LOL |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
This reminded me of a story. Well, not really a story, but sort of a tip should you ever happen to go bar slumming down the Belle Chase Highway here in Louisiana. There is a little tavern called "Verna's", and should you (god/dess forbid) find yourself in a circumstance that such a place would seem inviting to you, there's a little secret that will get you a free drink. The bartender will know you are new (trust me) and so he/she will ask you, "What kind of animal are you?" and yep, the correct answer is a turtle. I'm not sure how helpful the info is, but should you ever feel the desire to get drunk with a bunch of turtles, that would be the place. serenity's travel tip #287 |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
ROTFLMAO! I hope I do get the chance to be a turtle there! LOL, love your travel tips, m'dear. |
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James_A_Fraser Senior Member
since 2003-09-03
Posts 972Out Making Anticlines |
I've known only one...a brother to me in a way, make of that what you will...and yes, you are very right. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Thanks for reading, James. I think guaranteeing even ONE 'turtle' moment per person could bring about enormous positive changes to our social environment. |
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Local Parasite
since 2001-11-05
Posts 2527Transylconia, Winnipeg |
I very much enjoy this. There's a lot to simple metaphors like this one, especially when you extend them into an entire poem. I happen to think turtles are adorable, but emblematic of self-sufficient security. I suppose they are wonderful at that--- Thank you for sharing this gem. Brian "God becomes as we are that we may be as he is." ~William Blake |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Thank you for that reply, Brian, as I value your feedback. |
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Ratleader
since 2003-01-23
Posts 7026Visiting Earth on a Guest Pass |
This is indeed something I hope never to forget. I can't even share my reasons, but oh yes....never forget. ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸ ¸¸ºº> ~~~(¸¸ER¸¸ºº> |
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