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Rick
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0 posted 2002-04-10 04:59 AM



In thought I now do ponder of this person deep within
Who sits in wonder of this life and places he has been
Who questions many outcomes and the purpose of each tear
Who deliberates and contemplates to make decisions clear

The little voice that speaks to me, even now here as I write
My mind, my conscience, all I am, my weakness and my fight
To whom I speak to quietly or question without thought
My inner faith, my core of being, who without I’m naught

He speaks to me as lord above, as mentor and a friend
He gives me strength and endless hope that never seems to end
He’s my entity of hidden life, my caller of each day
Who brings me sadness, tears of joy and hope when I am grey

© Copyright 2002 Rick Van Weenen - All Rights Reserved
Kethry
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1 posted 2002-04-10 07:27 AM


Rick,
This was so deeply moving, I liked it a lot.
Are you sure the voice inside is not madness? *lol*
Kethry

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



Rick
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2 posted 2002-04-10 07:33 AM


Kethry, thanks for the reply, It could be madness I speak of, but I feel that without our inner selves we would be only drones in a body, without that sparkle in our eyes, the smile and compassion.

Nice to hear from you.

Sincerely Rick

SmittenKitten
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3 posted 2002-04-10 12:23 PM



Rick~ It is a beautiful thing to know oneself....I am still on that journey of discovery.  I like your last reply "without our inner selves we would be only drones in a body, without that sparkle in our eyes, the smile and compassion."  Very true, very profound.

Lovely!
~Krista


Your beautiful words & creativity allow me to connect with the same in myself.  
Thank you for having the courage to share yourself so that I can too

Aimster
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Charlotte, NC
4 posted 2002-04-10 12:41 PM


rick,

this was profound in its sincerity
and meaning...you really leave me
pondering deep in thought...excellent
writing!!

take care.
amy

p.s. might i add, the ryhme was perfect
as well!

"you can't stop
the rain
from pouring down
can't stop the
world from turning 'round
can't stop me from
loving you
no matter
what you do"

Decaflame
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Posts 1635

5 posted 2002-04-10 12:49 PM



We could not do it without this
quote:
He gives me strength and endless hope that never seems to end

Bravo!

Suetang
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since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187
Melbourne, Australia
6 posted 2002-04-10 06:17 PM


Hello Rick

This was such a heartfelt piece of writing.
Thank you for allowing us to see inside your warm and caring heart.  I always look forward to reading your thoughts.

Take care......Sue

Suetang

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7 posted 2002-04-10 06:23 PM




BRAVO!!! Yes, I love the stirring of your inner-emotions in this sensitive piece so much, sweet friend, may you find that child in you that glows with a smile and your dreams and always love yourself and believe in your heart! (big hugggssssss) This is excellent, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Rick, thank you for sharing!



May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

Enchantress
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Canada eh.
8 posted 2002-04-10 07:38 PM


He speaks to me as lord above, as mentor and a friend
He gives me strength and endless hope that never seems to end
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Oh how true my friend!
Rick, this is wonderful and so uplifting.
Enjoyed this one very much!
~Hugs~

~Somewhere in my heart I'm always
dancing with you in the summer rain~

Martie
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9 posted 2002-04-10 07:45 PM


Hi Rick

A strong and sure poem...filled with thought and good feelings about self and life.  Much enjoyed!

Rick
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10 posted 2002-04-11 04:14 AM


Dear everyone, thank you so much for the wonderful replies, it is lovely to be able to share ones deepest thoughts with you all.
Take care and be well.

Sincerely Rick

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