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The Reason For The Season
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The Reason For The Season |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
A life began That never died In the hearts of many, He has survived His birth is known Throughout all lands The birth of this child Not fathered by man With grace and wisdom We're all truly blessed This child of Mary Fathered by God's breath Whether believer or not Tis the season for giving To those who are needing Give a reason for living. Give thanks to your God Give love to your neighbor Do this today For there may be no later. Gifts have no value I want none for myself Give to the needy, That's where you'll find wealth. |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Mr Toe........I humbly bow to your wisdom sir........well said........very well said a lesson for us all to learn. Happy holidays to you!  |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
Beautiful message for this time of year....Thank you, Toe...may you have wonderful Christmas!!! believe in what your heart feels... [This message has been edited by scorpio (12-10-2002 08:30 AM).] |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Ahhh Toe...your soft side is showing.. And I love it! Well done! ~Morning hugs~ ~ Life is too short not to believe in Santa Claus ~ |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Dear Sweet Toe: I just don't understand why people here pick on you! You write such heartfelt verse. '... With grace and wisdom We're all truly blessed This child of Mary Fathered by God's breath ...' This is an exceptional stanza .... Happy Holidays filled with peace and love to you and those you love. Hugs, Marti 'A witty saying proves nothing.' |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Toe darling man I’m in here so much less these days, but you know that when I do come in I always seek you out and sip the honey that my soul needs to add some sweetness to it. This is a stunning example of what Christmas really means I love it utterly utterly utterly. This is just a quick reply I've just read this beauty of yours to J and he says that is truly beautiful, and so true and to thank you for the beauty you place into the world. And I thank you for it too, don’t look now sweets but you’re glowing with light  Love and warm stuff as always Mushy  Breathe through the heat of our desire |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
The magnificent beauty of this poem is surpassed only by the incredible beauty of your heart... Many thanks from one who considers her life's greatest treasure to be your friendship. *S* |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Toe, Your ability is no surprise to me. Excellent verse enjoyed. |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
Oh, you! This is terrific.  A great, loving heart you have. So glad you share it with us in this poem. lines such as: ..."Give love to your neighbor, Do this today, there may be no later." and... ..."Give to the needy, That's where you'll find wealth." It is the season for sure and too bad it isn't carried out year round. That the world had more Toerags, would be a better place to live. Thank you for this, it is a wonderful message. Hugs and warm regards, Pat ..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.. |
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VAS Member Rara Avis
since 2000-11-16
Posts 7450Oregon |
*EXCELLENT*   *BRAVO* Whether on the shoal or on the shore, |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
Best of holiday wishes to you Toe... |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
I accept this Christmas gift from you, for I'm a needy soul, greedy for poetry and good friendship. |
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garysgirl 
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
My dear Mr. Southern Gentleman...... This is so heart touching, compassionate, caring, and loving.... all the traits of what a truly Southern Gentleman is. Exactly what I knew our Mr. Toerag was all along. Thank you so much, my dear friend, for sharing this wonderful poetry of the "real meaning of Christmas", one that we too often forget at this time of year. "Love makes the world go around" ~~with love and hugs from Ethel~~ [This message has been edited by garysgirl (12-10-2002 10:45 AM).] |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Toe A lovely Christmas message here. Thank you and  |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Have a cup of eggnog, Toe... you did good today. |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
I am always pleasantly surprised by your more serious work, Toe. You are a talented writer, ya know! Cor |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I'm back for another reminder.... and with each read, I love it more. *S* I too wish the world had more Toerags... but am awfully grateful for the one it has. *S* |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Toe...I knew you had a side of you that could be very sincere and touching... Thanx for this...and yes, that is the place to give to.. |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
I thank each and every one of you from the bottom of my heart,. such kind words are appreciated. I'll be over this serious schtuff soon I promise....yall have a very happy holiday season.....LuvToe |
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Skyfire
since 2000-12-27
Posts 3381Riding |
Toerag... I needed that, thank you |
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Cassandra 98 Junior Member
since 2002-12-08
Posts 17 |
That was wonderful! Very humble you are. Very much enjoyed. |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Toerag - nicely said, from the heart... BC |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Well now, Toerag....this is indeed a different write than I am used to from you...and I like it very much. hugs, Chris "Hope" is the thing with feathers- |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
You say it the way it is, Toe-man. Well said...best of the holidays to ya |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Just a wonderful reminder of what this season is really about as I think a lot have truly forgotten. I wish you a wonderful holiday season, and thank you for your heart in this one. |
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Enotneicna Member
since 1999-06-06
Posts 340Oakland, Or, USA |
yet another gift I have found hidden in the pages of passions......Thank you Toe! May the holidays bring you peace, joy, love and happiness. Many blessings Always, Eno Words are my medicine. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
OMG! a serious one from Toe...damn, that's good |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Toe...I don't mind you reading my replies I don't even mind if you read some of my almost poems. But please quit reading my MIND.LOL On a serious note...Very well written. Happy Holidays...Paul " To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you " |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Thank you all for your very kind replies....I'll have to write something serious at least twice a year from now on....but again...thank you all.. |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
Twice a year? We goin to have Christmas twicw a year now? Dang.. I can't afford one... Toe... you sell yourself a bit short on the serious side... |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Dear Toe, my heart brimmed with joy as I read your beautiful words of "reason for this season". God bless your sweet...! tehe EA |
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