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Earth Angel
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0 posted 2002-10-19 10:54 AM




~~~ ***~~~

I have been baptized into
the Anglican, Evangelical
and Catholic churches.
Gradually, over the years,
my own unique theology
has evolved.
I now walk a Spiritual,
as opposed to
the Religious Path,
and it feels as though
I have come home.
There is a tremendous
sense of wholeness,
comfort and joy
with this new way
of living.
I no longer fear death
--or life.
I have a sense of
inner peace, purpose
and belonging.

I am not alone.
I am loved.
I am unique and
I am special.
I am a part of
all Creation
--a part of all that was,
all that is,
and a part of
all that will be.
--I am me.

~~~ *** ~~~






[This message has been edited by Earth Angel (10-19-2002 06:40 PM).]

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regards2you
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1 posted 2002-10-19 11:04 AM


Yes, you surely are ~you~ !

And, it has been such a pleasure to get to know you through your poetry.

All of which I enjoy.

Thank you, for being ~you~.

Hugs to you,
Pat

..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons..
        "Desiderata"

NewEnglandlazurlu
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2 posted 2002-10-19 11:07 AM


Oh Linda. You have touched a cord in me that may never be the same. This is truly remarkable and I thank you with all my heart and soul.

You are truly a remarkable woman and may  we continue to journey together.

Hugs my friend, Marti


[This message has been edited by NewEnglandlazurlu (10-19-2002 11:17 AM).]

garysgirl
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3 posted 2002-10-19 11:09 AM


Thanks so very much for sharing  "You"  this fine morning, sweet Linda. Like Pat, I'm very glad to have gotten to know YOU  through your fine poetry.  

Love To All,
Ethel

Earth Angel
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4 posted 2002-10-19 11:34 AM


Pat ~

...and "Thank you, for being ~ you ~"!

I enjoy your poetry as well as your wit and wisdom that comes shining through!

~ smiles to you this fine fall day! ~

Linda


Earth Angel
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5 posted 2002-10-19 11:37 AM


Marti ~

I had to experience a great deal in life to get to this point where I am completely comfortable with who I truly am and my place, albeit small, in this world. Your reply moved me deeply. We truly are kindred spirits and I value our friendship.

~ May you always be you! ~

Linda

Earth Angel
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6 posted 2002-10-19 11:43 AM


Ethel ~

You, dear lady, are the one who is "sweet".
Your poetry reflects your warmth and openness and I enjoy reading about your love life! tee-hee

~ Look in the mirror and smile at who you see! ~

Linda

SmartChick
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7 posted 2002-10-19 12:01 PM


And Linda, I am so happy I know you. Thank you for all of your help.
Earth Angel
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8 posted 2002-10-19 12:10 PM



SmartChick ~

Thank you, Sue! I was glad to be of some help. Hope you're feeling better!

~Sending you lots of loving & healing light!~

Linda


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9 posted 2002-10-19 01:33 PM




Yay!!! And thank you so much for being you, for you are a special and loving friend to us all! (kiss on cheek) This is delightful, sweet friend, God Bless You, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Linda, thank you for sharing!



May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

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

Shakira

Earth Angel
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10 posted 2002-10-19 01:43 PM


Noah ~

Thank you for responding so kindly, but it is not in you to respond otherwise!

~ I'm glad you are you, and he is he, and she is she, and I am me! ~

Linda

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11 posted 2002-10-19 01:56 PM


Hi EA,

Nicely said. Enjoyed this piece a whole bunch and I'm very glad that you are you!


Just one question If you are you and I am me,
If he is he, and she is she!
How come everyone is so confused?



SG aka/Electra



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12 posted 2002-10-19 01:58 PM


Very Nice! This poem is about something I often forget...what a beautiful reminder!
Earth Angel
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13 posted 2002-10-19 03:31 PM


SG ~

You're right! There is a lot of confusion out there!---he/shes and she/hes and you/mes...but whoever or whatever we are, each and every one of us is unique and special and is a cog in the wheel of life!---and that includes you dear golden one!

EA

Earth Angel
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14 posted 2002-10-19 03:34 PM


~ K

Hi! Welcome again! How's your first day at PIP going?

Glad you popped in and made such a "very nice" reply!

I'm looking forward to reading more of your poetry!

Earth Angel

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15 posted 2002-10-19 03:55 PM


Linda - how wonderful to be so content with yourself and your life. Good for you. Yes, we are all "special" even with our different beliefs. Well done. Chris

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

Earth Angel
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16 posted 2002-10-19 04:17 PM


Chris ~

Yes, there are so many belief systems in the world.

There are many paths up the mountain to meet God (or whichever name one chooses to call Our Creator).

Thank you for your thoughtful reply!

Linda

[This message has been edited by Earth Angel (10-19-2002 04:27 PM).]

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17 posted 2002-10-19 04:26 PM


Linda I am so very glad that you are the your that your are!  Hugs.
Earth Angel
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18 posted 2002-10-19 04:28 PM


Donna ~

And I am truly happy that you are the you that you are!!!!

Linda

WhiteRose
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19 posted 2002-10-19 04:54 PM


I don't know how I missed this gem.

I am not alone.
I am loved.
I am unique and
I am special.
I am a part of
all Creation
--a part of all that was,
all that is,
and a part of
all that will be.
--I am me.

A very special write, penned by a very special woman. Lovely and peaceful. It's grand!

Earth Angel
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20 posted 2002-10-19 05:08 PM


RoseWhite ~

I get such a thrill out of passages from my poems being written in the replies. It takes an added effort to do that and it is very much appreciated!

It makes me feel that what I have to say has a special meaning for the reader.

I also love the poetic replies you write and your thoughtful comments.

Thank you for being you!

EA
  

Bill Charles
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21 posted 2002-10-19 05:57 PM


Earth Angel - peace walks with you, for you are truly and angel...

BC

Earth Angel
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22 posted 2002-10-19 06:05 PM


BC ~

I saw in "Announcements" that you recently made your 5000th posting! (I wrote you a little poem! tehe)

Congratulations! You have made a lot of women swoon over the past two years--and since I joined PIP, you can add me to the list!

...and thank you for your kind remarks!

Linda

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23 posted 2002-10-20 01:16 AM


Megga applause!!! You are the BEST!! I swear we are soul mates in a sense!! Everything  I feel, you write so eloquntly!! ( Sorry about typos and spelling, I'mfeeling the time here) You know you are loved...and appreciated, especially by ME!!! My God grant the day I get to meet you in person, we will probably be up for 2 days just talking!! I rteally6do love your heart and your philosophy Linda!! And, hey, I'm not just saying that!!
Peace,love,light and happiness
Tammy

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24 posted 2002-10-20 01:27 AM


It's always good to be just you we are here to do what makes us happy are we not!? thanks for sharing..enjoyed it very much!


Consider yourself fuzzed

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25 posted 2002-10-20 02:50 AM


Linda,
If you are me than who am I? What a good place in life to be. So few seem to get there. Congratulations. Well written.

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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26 posted 2002-10-20 02:51 AM


wow, so many replies already...I feel left behind, my own fault yes...but at least I caught it now. Very good philosophy here...I have come to that place and left again I think. It's a hard point to reach and stay at. I admire you for that.
Earth Angel
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27 posted 2002-10-20 12:28 PM


Tammy ~

Thank you so very much! I feel the same way!
We're kindred spirits to be sure!--and who knows, "God may grant" that we may someday meet in person!

You are so incredibly sweet! I love your generosity of spirit, your ebullience and your enthusiasm!

~ May love, joy, peace of mind, vibrant good health, and abundance be yours for all the days of your life! ~

Linda


Earth Angel
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28 posted 2002-10-20 12:32 PM


FFF ~

That's where true inner peace comes from---being comfortable in your own skin and believing in a higher power.

Thank you for tuning in!

EA

Earth Angel
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29 posted 2002-10-20 12:35 PM


Larry ~

You're not me!--You're you!--and I thank the stars that you are YOU!--for you are a very special human being who is making this world a more beautiful place through your written words---and otherwise I'm sure! tehe

Linda

Earth Angel
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30 posted 2002-10-20 12:41 PM


Passing Shadows ~

I agree with you, the struggle is not only in getting to that state of mind, it is in keeping it as well.

Fortunately, as I have grown spiritually, I am finding that much easier to accomplish and to maintain.

~ May you find inner peace, joy and prosperity  ~

EA


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