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Joyce Johnson
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0 posted 2008-07-26 11:58 AM


More Than Gold

What is the worth of a long, long life
If when that long life ends
One has more than enough of earthly wares
But is devoid of friends?

When I am called before the Lord
To kneel at his Holy Throne,
I hope to report I have treasured love
Over anything else I may own.

The love of family and friends
Is a treasure beyond compare.
The longest of lives would pass unmarked
Without family and friends who care.

Joyce

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Earth Angel
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1 posted 2008-07-26 07:29 PM


Joyce, your words are pure gold ~ just like your heart!

You must be a very 'wealthy' woman!

Sending lots of love and affection,

Linda

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2 posted 2008-07-27 06:43 PM


this is so lovely and so true--
the warmth of love and friendship beats cold cash 24/7 !

Well said!

    danny cobb

Marge Tindal
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3 posted 2008-07-27 10:12 PM


DearestDearestJoyce~

You are a treasure in my heart each and every day~

This is so lovely ... so very YOU~
*Huglets*
~*Marge*~

~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~
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sandgrain
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4 posted 2008-07-27 11:13 PM


How very true are your wise words.  Valued friends cannot be purchased, so having them reflects the real you!  You are a treasure beyond not only funds, but words.

Thank you for this lovely piece.

God bless,
Rae

Lighthousebob
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5 posted 2008-08-08 10:51 AM


Joyce,

A very wise and beautifully expressed poem and I do agree with you whole heartedly that it's very very true what you’ve written in that, far beyond what this world can ever offer us as far as the material things, Friends and Family truly truly are the Greatest of All Treasures. Amen.

Thanks for sharing and God bless,

-Bob

BeyaK
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6 posted 2008-08-08 02:03 PM


Dearest Joyce,

Such a nice and lovely poem to read. It's really true. Friends, family and a great relationship with others is more than material things.

I'll wait for your other poems to be posted then.

God Bless!

~~*Kaye B.*~~

BeyaK
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7 posted 2008-08-08 02:20 PM


Dearest Joyce,

Such a nice and lovely poem to read. It's really true. Friends, family and a great relationship with others are more than material things.

I'll wait for your other poems to be posted then.

God Bless!

~~*Kaye B.*~~

Joyce Johnson
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8 posted 2008-08-13 03:39 AM


Thanks for your nice comments.  My computer has been down but I am back reading and hopefully writing again.  Love, Joyce
Elizabeth Santos
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9 posted 2008-08-14 04:14 PM


Amen to the truth
Unfortunately many people treasure earthly goods more than love.
It's good for all of us to be reminded, and nice to read the message in such a beautiful poem
I can see your life is rich and full
Take care
Love, Liz

Margherita
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10 posted 2008-08-17 09:38 AM


So true, dear Joyce!

This is a most beautiful reminder!

Love,
Margherita

Songbird
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11 posted 2008-09-17 12:52 PM


So true, I never feel poor when I have friends and family who are close to me.
jjbreunig3
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12 posted 2009-07-29 10:54 AM


A sweet and lovely piece; without friends, we are nothing, especially when we don't have Christ within our circle of life; simply wonderful! --Joe

Logic, when applied to people, fails miserably! --Joseph J. Breunig 3rd

SimplyGold
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13 posted 2013-04-24 09:44 PM


My, my. I was thinking of you and did a search since it has been so long. This really touched me. I miss your writing and hope you are doing well.

Warmest thoughts,

SG

Joyce Johnson
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14 posted 2013-04-24 10:14 PM


Thank you.  I have let other things interfere but hope to be back on  regular basis.  Thank you.  Love, Joyce
jjbreunig3
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15 posted 2013-08-08 10:14 AM


An enjoyable piece and reminder; there's so much more to life than g-o-l-d; nicely written.

-Joe Breunig,
Reaching Towards His Unbounded Glory

Logic, when applied to people, fails miserably! --Joseph J. Breunig 3rd

Out of Corinth
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16 posted 2013-08-12 06:55 PM


I agree a hundred percent. Well said.
SimplyGold
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17 posted 2015-10-24 07:11 PM


I rediscovered this gem. Yes Joyce, so true and well said.
JamesMichael
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18 posted 2015-10-24 08:36 PM


you say it well...james
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