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Wind
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0 posted 2002-11-29 08:21 PM



I needed insppiration, so I just started singing, and this came out of nowhere. It reminds me of my mom, so I'm dedicating it to her


I was afraid,
To take that road,
You can say I was a coward,
But I couldn’t bear my load.

Well I’m on my way,
I’m on my way
And I left you behind…
See ya later boy!
Thought you were good for me,
I was out of my mind,
But now I’m on my way,
And I left you behind

I couldn’t sail the ocean,
Without a man by my side,
I couldn’t think, for myself
Always needed you to guide,
But I am smarter now,
And I’m not tryin’ to hide

I wasn’t treated like a person,
Just something for you to see,
I could have sworn you loved me,
But if you did, you’d set me free,
Well I got away, not coming back,
And I’m not begging you “please”

Well I’m on my way,
I’m on my way
And I left you behind…
See ya later boy!
Thought you were good for me,
But I was out of my mind,
But now I’m on my way,
And I left you behind

I’m my own girl now,
It didn’t take much to decide,
Next time you think of me,
Remember that I didn’t hide,
Since I wasn’t happy,
I just looked deep down inside,
And now I’m on my way,
And I didn’t say goodbye

Never be normal!

© Copyright 2002 Liz - All Rights Reserved
gemjop
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1 posted 2002-11-29 08:27 PM


wow. very uplifting. i felt your strength.
enjoyed this very much, thankyou!
lots of love, gemma xxxxxxxx

learning each day, for you and i, our paths have met, i've already learnt that you are love.

Mistletoe Angel
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2 posted 2002-11-29 08:28 PM




(big hugggsssssss) Oh Liz, this is gorgeous, sweet friend, this would make a sure Country Billboard Hit, yay! (sigh) I know your mom will love this so much, sweet friend, God Bless You, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Liz, thank you for sharing!



May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

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

Shakira

Miah
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3 posted 2002-11-29 10:03 PM


Enjoyed the read.  I would like to hear it put to music.


MidnightSkyeBlue
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4 posted 2002-11-30 12:03 PM


I would love to hear this on the radio and put to music as well..sometimes its hard for me to face the words but woah uplifting enjoyed!!! what are you feeding your muse!?  

[This message has been edited by MidnightSkyeBlue (11-30-2002 12:03 AM).]

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5 posted 2002-11-30 03:15 AM





Well, little Liz,
you've done it this time.
This is absolutely wonderful,
little friend. Thanks for sharring.

(Hey, I finally learned to do these little smilies, but still can't do the ones of Kit's yet.)


"Love makes the world go around"
~~with love and hugs from Ethel~~
                  

[This message has been edited by garysgirl (11-30-2002 03:16 AM).]

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6 posted 2002-11-30 03:18 AM


LOL, so you played the flipside, you sang the last note?

passing shadows
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7 posted 2002-11-30 03:42 AM


dang, what inspiration you must have gotten! send some my way, huh? this is so beautiful! I love every line, especially the last one!
inkedgoddess
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8 posted 2002-11-30 10:22 PM




stay true to yourself, dont give that up for any man........and keep writing, you have a real talent

Earth Angel
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9 posted 2002-12-01 03:02 AM



Your Mom must have been thrilled that she inspired you to write this poem and then for you to dedicate it to her.

Sounds like you are two young women who own their personal power!

~ You both rock!

EA

regards2you
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10 posted 2002-12-01 06:11 AM




Liz,

Such wisdom.....

This especially, which many have still not figured out:

"I could have sworn you loved me,
But, if you did you'd set me free."

No truer statement has ever been said regarding a relationship....

Am glad you set yourself free; empowering yourself...such maturity!!!

Hugs and warm regards, Pat
  

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

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11 posted 2002-12-01 07:55 AM



Good job Liz.  I happened to have a CD of Connie Dover's on at the time, and perhaps that lent your song the lilt of her style of music, or vice-versa - but this is certainly one that is heard with the heart.  Your mother is very proud, I am sure...

Dark Angel
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12 posted 2002-12-03 01:21 AM


And now I’m on my way,
And I didn’t say goodbye


YAY!

Indeed your Mum would be proud

enjoyed

Maree.

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