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FLScarlet
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since 2002-08-21
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0 posted 2002-08-21 12:53 PM



Years ago, when life began for me on the internet..
I found out I could write to folks that I had never met.
Scared as I was I pressed on in search of a friend or two..
Never really understanding what I was suppose to do.
I heard of freaks and porno sites and, people who could do me harm..
But, scared as I was I "walked" on..  and, someone took me by the arm.
I found a place where people laughed and, had some wonderful fun
But, were these people all insane.. or, was I the only one?
Could I trust them.. were they friends .. could I tell them my REAL name?
I soon found out they were my friends.. and, my life would never be the same.
I write these words in praise of those days ..when things were all so "new"..
And, to those who really made me laugh and taught me a thing or two.
I also write to thank the ones that are still with me here today..
With a special thought to those others who have now passed away.
I've heard it said you should not miss the chance to tell someone you care..
Because tomorrow may never come along and, they might not be there.
So, to those of you who still take me by the arm and make me laugh .. I say...
Thank you for being a part of  my life..you've changed it in a special way.

© Copyright 2002 FLScarlet - All Rights Reserved
Sunshine
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Listening to every heart
1 posted 2002-08-21 12:55 PM



And thank you for coming to Passions!  Welcome, and I hope that you will find this to be the poetic home for which you are apparently so well suited!  Please, check your E-mail for a Special Greeting!

Karilea
If I whisper, will you listen?...
I would rather be silent and write, than speak loudly and be bound

Nightshade
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just out of reach
2 posted 2002-08-21 01:12 PM


Well done!! Welcome to Passions! Chris

Life is not measured by breaths you take, but by moments that take your breath away.

suthern
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3 posted 2002-08-21 01:29 PM


I like this very much. *S* The internet may be a great opportunity for some to fake and fool... but I've had the good fortune to meet some wonderful people through it... and while I wish I could have avoided a few of those acting types, I'm grateful for it... the cherished outnumber the chaff. *S*

Welcome to Passions!!! This was an excellent introduction of your work and I look forward to reading more! *S*

Mistletoe Angel
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4 posted 2002-08-21 03:43 PM




(smiles) Awwwwwwww, you're most welcome, sweet friend, we believe everyone is special in his or her own way and you are a wonderful delightful part of your family, this is a beautiful debut, God Bless You! Welcome to Passions, sweet friend, mya you be inspired by all of us here as we will all be inspired by your lovely words! I can't wait to read more of your lovely words, 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

"Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..."

Shakira

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Canada eh.
5 posted 2002-08-21 03:51 PM


WELCOME TO PASSIONS!!
I thoroughly enjoyed your first post!
I shall look forward to reading more of your work.
~Smiles & Hugs, Nancy~

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

Marge Tindal
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6 posted 2002-08-21 04:20 PM


FLScarlet~
Welcome to Passions~
You'll sure find lots of friendly folks here~

We keep the 'bad apples' in the cellar ...
Oh wait !  We don't have a cellar !

We have fun ... we're kind of funny too~
Glad to have you here~
*Hugs*
~*Marge*~

~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
           noles1@totcon.com                       

FLScarlet
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7 posted 2002-08-21 04:43 PM


Thanks for all of the kind comments... I look forward to reading all of your poems as well
:-)

Titia Geertman
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Netherlands
8 posted 2002-08-21 05:21 PM



You have choosen the right path
That ended in the blue pages here
You'll find a circle full of friends
And become addicted like us I fear


Welcome Scarlet, and whenever one dares to lay a word (poeticly speaking) on you, just holler and you'll be surprised how many will come to your rescue.

Liked your poem very much, keep them coming

Titia (don't mind my language, I'm just a Dutchie)

Like scattered leaves...my words will flow

doreen peri
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9 posted 2002-08-21 06:05 PM


awwww ... so sweet!!

nice write... i dig the meter and rhyme and sentiments... good job!

i hate to tell you, though....this internet thing isn't real.. it's a buncha hype...

there's really only about 25 people in the world who use the net at all and one of them is you...

the others just pretend to be a whole lot of different people... no kidding! soooo when you sit there IMing and zapping emails and photos and all that good stuff, keep this in mind

Seymour Tabin
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Tamarac Fla
10 posted 2002-08-21 06:11 PM


FLScarlet
Your write is not only good but charming. I enjoyed the read very much.

EagleScorpion
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Here, Now, Forever
11 posted 2002-08-21 07:07 PM


scarlet welcome to passions!!! i hope you find a new home here, it truly is a great place to search for inspiration in the lines of other poets doing the same thing as you. do you have any inspiration to spare me? :-)
Magnus
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12 posted 2002-08-21 08:25 PM


Scarlet...nicely done....a lighthearted read
that put a smile on my face....Welcome to
a friendly place where you can use your own
name and be right at home....

Midnitesun
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Gaia
13 posted 2002-08-23 03:53 AM


This is wonderful! Welcome to the friendliest house in town, er, on the net.
SimplyGold
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14 posted 2002-08-25 12:09 PM


Very nicly said. Write on...
Madame Chipmunk
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Michigan
15 posted 2002-08-25 12:27 PM


Welcome to Passions, Scarlet...
I really enjoyed your poem, it had lots of truths in it.
You are gonna love it here...  We are the wackiest, zaniest, friendliest and most loving poets you've ever met....
guaranteed...
~ welcoming hugs from the chipmunk

Lyra

copyright2002 Lyra Nesius

"poetry is life distilled"  Gwendolyn Brooks

dj29
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since 2002-08-19
Posts 13
Florida
16 posted 2002-08-25 12:35 PM


Very lovely :)

Welcome, I am new here as well :)


I enjoyed the poem emmensly

:)

Hope to read more

Dj29

"I still believe, in spite of everything, that people are truly good at heart" ~Anne Frank, Diary entry from 15 July 1944.

Ceinwyn
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since 2000-07-09
Posts 2175
VA
17 posted 2002-08-25 12:41 PM


Yes Welcome!! Your words reflect my skeptism as of still..but this is a good place, no worries!! I look forward to reading more of your poems!

Kristen

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since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989

18 posted 2002-08-26 09:46 AM


Welcome to Passions and I do hope you enjoy your stay here.  As to life on the internet, you must chose wisely and trust your heart.  Unfortunately my own experiences on the net have proven that not all are who they seem to be and many times are more than just one person.  No worries at Passions though, most everyone here is VERY real.  Welcome!!

If I have touched one heart through my words, then I have acheived my dream...

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