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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Life's not simple, all ups and downs, Joys and sorrows, smiles and frowns. I've had both, but lately it seems The frowns and sorrows, encompass my dreams. My friends and family, are mostly gone, Memories of past, have haunted so long. I ponder my life, as I've reached middle age, Is this a final chapter? Should I write another page? Listen to experience, the message I send, The valuable things, that this short life gives, Are the laughter and love, From family and friends. |
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WhiteRose Member Elite
since 2002-07-23
Posts 3208somebody's dungeon |
A nice warm message here Toe. I like it lots!  |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Toe, I am persuaded that middle age is an excellent time of life. But wisdom, I have discovered comes with much pain. Grief and loss are a part of life and until one has experienced that they have only partially lived. Much compassion can grow from sorrow. But I guess I'm preaching to the choir... Nice write. Much enjoyed!  If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. |
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Kitty** Member
since 1999-07-27
Posts 428Charlottesville,VA USA |
After the way you treat cats, be thankful that this Kitty read and LOVED this!! I've always like your serious side..;-) Kitty * That which gives light, must endure burning * |
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VAS Member Rara Avis
since 2000-11-16
Posts 7450Oregon |
That they are...are you an orphan now, too? I'm wondering, if actually, since the child 'becomes the parent' if those who lose their parents to death are really not orphaned at all, as long as they have children who come to call. I think I'll tap into that thought instead of the way my grandma went...she outlived her 3 husbands and then her 3 sons, too, but she had grand children...wouldn't they do? Alas, it seemed it didn't for she pined away her last 2 years. Say, Toerag, btw, did you see my poem below "Olde Cars," it's a true story. Maybe you have some automotive advice for this friend. Whether on the shoal or on the shore, I'll seek the lighthouse evermore. [This message has been edited by VAS (08-22-2002 04:31 PM).] |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Kitty, I don't dislike cats, that's longjohn, (I like them fried, grilled, and the kittens make great food for my Boa and Pirahna?....)...just kidding, but you have me confused with LJA |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Very true words - enjoyed. Chris Life is not measured by breaths you take, but by moments that take your breath away. |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
well Toe, your more serious side suits you well. This has many pondering questions that we all face at some time or other. Well written. *s* somebody tell me, please help me.... |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Ah, Toerag ... a very good ponder. I'm at this stage of review in my life as well, a very thought-provoking read. Thank you for this, much enjoyed. Best wishes, /Kit |
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S Arthur Grey Senior Member
since 2001-03-19
Posts 719woven by a poet's loom |
Definitely! Write another page, Toe. Friends aren't family, but you do get to pick 'em and keep picking 'em as long as you like. S Arthur |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Toe, Well you got that right. I wouldn't wory about middle age. it won't worry about you. Your up pretty high in my ledger. |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
Eek, you're scary when you write serious stuff and even makes sense, but what scares me even more is I liked it mucho!  |
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paladin
since 2001-08-05
Posts 930Pensacola,Fl. |
Learn form the past,Dream of tomorrow but live in today. paladin |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
It's not often we see the sensitive side of you, so please, for us? Write another page... |
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mycafe Senior Member
since 2002-05-23
Posts 584 |
"The valuable things, that this short life gives, Are the laughter and love, From family and friends." Very true to the heart Mr Toe. Enjoyed this! mycafe Keep counting your blessings |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
I really liked this write a whole lot, Mr.Toe. I guess I'm not used to your serious, sensitive side...but I knew you had one hidden there someplace... thanks for letting it out of the closet and sharing it with all of us. Its scary to get old, but even scarier to think that you won't... Please write that other page and make sure you share it with us....your friends who really love your good heart.  ~ hugs from this poor old middle aged chipmunkLyra |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
MIddle age? You mean you're gonna live until age 116?  Now stop letting them see the sensitive side of you......they'll scream at me for beating up on you  (but it's a good write) |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I love this, Toe... I wish I could erase the heartache and sadness from your life and make your every dream sweet... and I know without doubt that those people you've lost were remarkable... for I know the heart of their son, father, friend... and he's as fine as they come. *S* But please... keep writing pages, even chapters. *S* I know "the end" may be your only escape from me, but I'm hoping that page is far, far in your future. *S* This is excellent, dear one... a keeper for my library and my heart. *S* |
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FLScarlet Junior Member
since 2002-08-21
Posts 16 |
What a great writing style! Thanks for the thoughts.. I share many of them. Scarlet |
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Kitty** Member
since 1999-07-27
Posts 428Charlottesville,VA USA |
TOE...My mistake ! I did know it was LongJohn but for some reason it slipped my mind...Old age, maybe? Please forgive me and I promise not to warn the cats about you!! ;-) Anyway, I really did enjoy this one from you !!! * That which gives light, must endure burning * |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
I want to thank you one and all for the very kind responses...I don't like to write serious stuff very often, if ya write a silly poem like I usually do and if it really sux, like mine usually do, the humor hopefully makes up for the poor poetry...but, again, thank you all... |
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Krissy Senior Member
since 2002-02-22
Posts 556kent England |
Toe, yes I love it, as mum would say it is utterly brilliant. Rarely do I get the chance to read something as well written. Not only did I read it my other half read it too.I too love cats I have one myself. : love and warm stuff as always Krissy And while thy willing soul transpiers |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
You know Toe..you sure had the wool pulled over my eyes. I thought you were all fun and games.. and here you go writing something so serious it brought tears to my eyes! Well....it looks good on you... now I have to repair my mascara. ~Hugs~ ~ Time has cast a spell on you |
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Gemini Senior Member
since 1999-12-15
Posts 1203Wisconsin, USA |
Your words are oh so true as I come to embrace that mid 40-something. It was refreshing to see your softer side, nice write. |
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