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suthern
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0 posted 2002-03-27 11:24 AM


I.

There’s something special about a trip
When you’re my destination -
It’s been entirely too long
I’m filled with anticipation!
Thank heavens for cruise control
Curbing my acceleration.
A speeding ticket would not be fun
And might mar my elation.
I hunch forward more and more
Until I finally have to peel
My fingers from their bruising grip
Upon the steering wheel.
Another landmark reached at last
The time’s near for my arrival.
I’d make this trip anytime -
Seeing you is my survival.

II.

“How does your mind work?” you asked me
Your question again brings a smile...
Don’t you know that it doesn’t
And hasn’t for quite a long while?
My brain cells took early retirement,
Not one lick of work will they do -
They’re much too busy enjoying
Being filled with thoughts of you.

III

There was rain and darkness when I passed this way before
But now the sky’s a brilliant blue and I can see much more
Than lines centering pavement and taillights up ahead
It’s springtime and the forests have put on a beauty spread.
Redbuds bring thoughts of poetry, Lady Santos’ purple lace
The dazzling white of dogwoods recall salvation’s face
Naturalized wisteria, the graceful Bradford pear
Yellow jasmine climbing, vining... here, there, everywhere.
Still, I don’t see a single sight as mile follows after mile
That can warm my heart as much as your beloved smile.

Thanks, Toe...
May your birthday be a wonderful one and every day bless you with happiness as abundant as that you bring to my life. *S*


[This message has been edited by suthern (03-27-2002 11:25 AM).]

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Duncan
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1 posted 2002-03-27 11:27 AM


Happy Birthday, Toe!
I love this poem!  

Martie
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2 posted 2002-03-27 11:28 AM


Suthern girl...you melted my heart with this sweet devotion.  Beautifully written!!
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3 posted 2002-03-27 11:30 AM


Suthern,
A delightful write and I'm sure Toe will love it.

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4 posted 2002-03-27 11:52 AM


Duncan: His birthday isn't until Sunday... but since I've no idea when he'll be online again, I figured I'd send wishes early and often. *G* I'm so glad you love the poem... *S* Thank you very much!

Martie: Thank you so much, sweet lady... what a beautiful heart to melt. *S* Thank you!

Seymour: I hope he will. *S* I'm glad you liked... thank you! *S*


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5 posted 2002-03-27 01:49 PM


Has it been a year already???
(Ahhh Time flies when youre getting nothing done JM)
Well...Happy Birthday to the Toe-duder!!
Ruthie-girl...your cadence is matched only by your sincerety...these are a wonderful collection of poetic giftings...
Hallmark's got nothing on you

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6 posted 2002-03-27 01:54 PM


SweetSweetSuthernGal~
Awwwwwwwwwwww~  Ya' just left little melting-puddles all over the highways of his heart~
This is a purty lil' pome for a sweet feller~

Happy ToeDay ... on Sunday dear one~
You sharethe birth-of-day with my mother ...
that makes you special right off the bat~

*Hugs*
~*Marge*~

~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
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7 posted 2002-03-27 02:01 PM



Remind me to ask you to write my next birthday poem, will you?  I want something special like this, just 'cause...

Happy Birthday Toe!

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8 posted 2002-03-27 02:15 PM


well lady, you know I love this

and happy birthday toe,
from your other o&o

lol...lookee there I rhymed....

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9 posted 2002-03-27 03:31 PM


yes. . . I liked this very much. . . the thoughts of it. . . the heart of it. . .

well done. . .

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To the world, you may only be one person. But to one person, you may be the world.

suthern
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10 posted 2002-03-27 03:37 PM


JM: Time passes whether we're having fun or not, doesn't it? LOL Thank you... I'm glad you liked this... no napkin, map or receipt is safe from my scribbles when I'm on the road with time to think... the tough part is reading my scrawl later. *G*

Marge: Shhhhhhh... I told him that was sweat from the beer bottles! LOL Thank you, ma'am... It's only right that such special people should share a day. *S*

Sunshine: I tried to email you... but I think I used the wrong addy. *S* I'm greatly honored and I love you dearly... But you might want to reconsider your request... after all, I'd first have to visit you. *G* And then there's this... written for my boss's 40th birthday tomorrow. *G* (I already have her scared to open her office door... and this is only Wednesday. *EG*)

Lordy, Lordy... Look Who's.... FORTY!!!

Give up your claim to “younger than springtime” -
You’re on the downhill slide.
“Older than dirt” is now your description,
So prepare for a bumpy ride!!

You’re over the hill and picking up speed
Say “Farewell!” to your youth.
Senior moments will soon have you doubting
Even the simplest truth.

You may look the same as you did last week
But mark my words, my dear...
You’ll soon learn that you can’t walk,
See, chew, or even hear!

Gone are the days for vacations on skis -
Pull up your rocking chair.
You may enjoy following nature trails
But you’ll need a cane to get there.

Take your camera wherever you go,
For your telephoto lens
Will come in handy to read menus
If  your bifocals need cleansed.

Now you may have fond memories
Of fun times in some bar
But you’ll be asleep earlier
When your teeth soak in a jar.

Brown spots, wrinkles, arthritis
You’ve one foot in the grave
Don’t think that style and dignity
Are things that you can save!

You’re now youthfully challenged
And when this year is done
We’ll be back, picking at you
For turning forty-one!

Now... you still want me to write for you??? LOL

jellybeans:
I know you love me
And I know you love Toe
And that's more than enough
Fellow o & o.
Big hugs, you lil rhymer, you. *S* And many, many thanks! *S*

Sven: You posted while I was writing the great american novel.... it did take a while. *G* Thank you so much... I'm very glad you liked. *S*

[This message has been edited by suthern (03-27-2002 03:41 PM).]

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11 posted 2002-03-27 04:47 PM


nice
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(smiles) YAY!!! Ooohhhhhh...I love this, sweet friend, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TOERAG!!! (big hugggssssss) There's nothing like your warm smile that always brings light to these pages, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet friend, thank you for sharing!



May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

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13 posted 2002-03-27 11:28 PM


A really cute birthday poem for the Toe, Suthern...are you going to give him a toe ring for a gift?
My daughter in law's birthday is Sunday, also.
The day after she was born, her aunt...who was still in high school, went to school and told everyone she was an aunt...and they all thought it was an April Fool's joke...

How neat that he was born on the day before April Fool's!  

copyright2002 Lyra Nesius

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14 posted 2002-03-28 03:44 AM


wow, I am glad i stopped here! It's been far too long since I've read a piece from you friend...and indeed, you've brought a big smile.
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15 posted 2002-03-28 07:08 AM


What a great poem. And I just love that second stanza. I’ve had the same thoughts. And happy birthday to Toe when he reads this.

If she who dies with the most toys wins, then can I have some toy boys please?

suthern
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16 posted 2002-03-28 03:43 PM


vandana: I’m glad you liked. *S* Thank you!

M’toe Angel: I wish his smile would light these pages more often. *G* Thank you so much for enjoying. *G*

Madame Chipmunk: No, ma’am... I’ve never even seen his toes... so I gave him a cold Foster’s. LOL. Please wish your daughter-in-law a happy birthday from me... and thank you very much! *S*

PS: I’m also glad you stopped here, dear lady... and so glad you found a smile! *S* Thank you very much. *S*

Tracey: Well, Bal claims I’ve had a lobotomy... he obviously just doesn’t recognize the sensory satisfaction that results from contemplation of perfection. *G* Thank you so much for reading... and for understanding. *S*

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17 posted 2002-04-02 11:26 AM


Ehhhhh ... somehow this got under my toe
and got *kicked* to the top o' the heap !
Now how did that happen ?
*HUGS*
~*Me*~

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18 posted 2002-04-02 11:30 AM


1derful

Fool, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write.

suthern
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19 posted 2002-04-04 11:57 AM


Marge: Thank you, lady. *S* Your kindness to both me and my poetry is so very greatly appreciated. *S*

Interloper: Thank you very much!

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20 posted 2002-04-05 12:12 PM


Fabulous suthern...one of my favorites...James
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21 posted 2002-04-05 07:07 AM


"My brain cells took early retirement,
Not one lick of work will they do -
They’re much too busy enjoying
Being filled with thoughts of you."

Beautiful Suthern!  What a perfect tribute to Toe for his Birthday. Wonderful sentiments. Happy Birthday Toe! (I've been waiting to use this new smilie I made, lol)



Best wishes and hugs,
/Kit

And ROFL @ your 40th birthday poem ... perfect Suthern!  I loved "youthfully challenged"!

suthern
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22 posted 2002-04-05 05:20 PM


JamesMichael: I'm so glad you enjoyed. *S* Thank you very much! *S*

Kit: What a wonderful smilie!! I thank you so much for debuting it here... I love it! *S* And I'm glad you like the poems... both were written for pretty special people. *S* Thank you!

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