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Mistletoe Angel
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0 posted 2002-12-16 12:32 PM


(Our sweet friend Linda put together a beautiful challenge that I encourage everyone to try, yay! You can find it here!

It has been one year since I almost left Passions because one poet attacked me verbally and I took it too hard on myself. Then, so many of you wonderful friends of mine taught me that there will be those who may not appreciate me but as long as I love myself and love my loved ones and respect those who may not understand me, that's all that matters, yay! )
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I'm In Love With Me
By: Noah Eaton
12/15/02

I'm not perfect as no one is perfect
I don't look like an angel, that's for certain
I've made my share of mistakes
There are so many regrets that fixing is just too late
Sometimes I think of my past and feel left out
Feel like I'm heading for another breakdown

But I know how special I am
I won't give up, I'll offer my hand
To all of you who look up to me
I'm not crazy, I'm not narcissistic
I'm just a little optimistic
And forgive me if I sound slightly egotistic
But frankly, I'm in love with me
And happy of being me...

Some may dislike me, some may not understand me
But I won't let what they say sting me deeply
I'll just respect what they have to say and turn the other cheek
Wish them well and wish them peace
For I know not everyone will wish to make amends
But I know I have so many special friends
Who I love and respect

Because I know how special I am
I won't give up, I'll offer my hand
To all of you who look up to me
I'm not crazy, I'm not narcissistic
I'm just a little optimistic
And forgive me if I sound slightly neurotic
But frankly, I'm in love with me
And happy of being me...

I am one who only wishes to love everyone else
I wish to devote myself to others who need my help
I clean and serve food for everyone at the Denver Rescue Mission
And always try and bring a smile to all the children
And I will keep writing these words and strumming this acoustic guitar
To make music for tomorrow and inspire others to wish upon a star

Because I know how special I am
I won't give up, I'll offer my hand
To all of you who look up to me
I'm not crazy, I'm not narcissistic
I'm just a little optimistic
And forgive me if I sound slightly ambiguous
But frankly, I'm in love with me
And happy of being me...

I devote myself to the Lord, a Catholic holding onto faith
I feel a presence lurking around me, that always makes me feel safe
He is my advisor, who first taught me this grand virtue
His hug is my tabernacle, His smile is my sky of blue
I have an imaginery friend who always sits on my shoulder
My Bluebird of Happiness, who mentors me and makes me feel prouder

Because I know how special I am
I won't give up, I'll offer my hand
To all of you who look up to me
I'm not crazy, I'm not narcissistic
I'm just a little optimistic
And forgive me if I sound slightly narrow-minded
But frankly, I'm in love with me
And happy of being me...

I have a love, a love so angelic and beautiful
Her name is Joanna, her smile and green-eyes are so magical
Loving myself gave birth to a bed of flowers, an entire meadow
As she is the butterfly that kisses all my flowers, making them all feel special
I know she loves me because of who I am
And I will never change, I want her to be happy and forever take her hand

Because I know how special I am
I won't give up, I'll offer my hand
To all of you who look up to me
I'm not crazy, I'm not narcissistic
I'm just a little optimistic
And forgive me if I sound slightly conceited
But frankly, I'm in love with me
And happy of being me...

I just want to live, hang onto the spirit of that innocent boy
Who always cried, now I want to return the favor and bring him joy
I will follow my dreams, I'll be no victim of Pavlov's Bell
I don't need Napiers bones to count my blessings, I know them by heart myself
I encourage all of you to love yourself with honesty
Don't ever get hard on yourself, for you are just as special as you can see

Because I know how special you are
So always look up to the stars
I look up to you, I'll always send angel hugs
And I know you're not crazy, you're not narcissistic
You're certainly not nonsense
And forgive me if I may sound ridiculous
But I KNOW you're special

For I am worthy
I am deserving
I am beautiful
And I am meaningful
I am honest
I am prowess
I am a survivor
I'm humbled to be humble
And you too, my friend, are blessed

So fall in love with yourself
Just as I'm in love with me...
I'm in love with me...
God Bless You and Me...


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

Shakira

[This message has been edited by Mistletoe Angel (12-16-2002 12:39 AM).]

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1 posted 2002-12-16 03:22 AM


Hell Yeah Noah! You go right on!

We love you too

Martie
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2 posted 2002-12-16 10:52 AM


Noah

You are very special!  

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3 posted 2002-12-16 10:56 AM


Noah lil buddie......you are such a treasure.  Extra big hugs to you today my friend!!
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4 posted 2002-12-16 11:12 AM


Noah, Noah, Noah....now who told you that you don't look like an angel???
You are absolutely right in this poem. You are a very good, compassionate, caring friend. You have many, many friends here and elsewhere, I'm sure. You're just that kind of person.
You did scare me a little when you wrote about thinking of leaving before. I sure am glad that the loving friends here encouraged you to stay. Noah you are  VERY  SPECIAL, not only here, but everywhere else on this earth, too. Your heart is so big.
I'm sure, too, that the folks at the Mission love you and look forward to seeing you there.

(BTW, I'm going to try to meet Linda's challenge soon. I'm getting ready to post the one I wrote about the "Music"......your challenge, now.)


Be good, Noah..........      

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

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5 posted 2002-12-16 11:18 AM


Special is an understatement, Noah.
Your song is unique, your heart is golden.

kayjay
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6 posted 2002-12-16 11:27 AM


To any who've traveled long on life's road
And dealt with deceit that would harry a toad,
Who gamely struggle through death and defeat
When those great monsters come walking the street.

We learn that the fire turning iron to steel
Is just the same that helps us to heal.
So cling to yourself, my poetic friiend
It's "thine own self" to the very end.

Great job, Noah.  Thank you.  KJ

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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7 posted 2002-12-16 01:15 PM


Noah, my dear, Dear One, I literally have tears flowing from my eyes. When I have told you that I love you, I have truly meant it. Your gentleness, your kindness, your incredible God given talents make you very dear to me. We may not have met vis a vis, but our souls most assuredly have.

You have gone above and beyond my expectations for this challenge. I hope other brave souls will look within themselves to see the goodness and beauty there.

~ Your beautiful soul lights up the world around you, wherever you may go!

Love,
Earth Angel

[This message has been edited by Earth Angel (12-16-2002 03:04 PM).]

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8 posted 2002-12-16 01:18 PM


I got so caught up in writing my reply, that I forgot to save your fine poetic/musical reply!

And I am excited that Ethel is contemplating doing this challenge!

regards2you
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9 posted 2002-12-16 01:22 PM




Ah Noah, Very inspirational, for you've encouraged others with your deep abiding love for all. You are special!

Hugs, Pat

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

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10 posted 2002-12-16 03:08 PM


    Full of unconditional love,
    Radiating warmth,
    Support.
    You are,
    a peaceful dove,
    That flies among us,
    Circling us with a halo of light.
    Noah,
    We thankyou for being you.

lots of love, gemma xxxxxxxx
    

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

Bill Charles
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11 posted 2002-12-16 07:55 PM


Noah - you're tops in my book my friend...

BC

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12 posted 2002-12-16 08:09 PM


Hello Noah

I didn't think it possible for you to open up your heart anymore but you have proved me wrong.  So much warmth and genuine kindness radiated from your lovely words and gave me a further insight into what I knew all along...........you are a very special person who is loved by so many.

Here are a few little quotes I thought you might like, but I didn't write them.

The best cure for an empty day
or a longing heart is to find
people who need you.
Look, the world is full of them.

* * *

What sweetness is left in life
if you take away friendship?
Robbing life of friendship
is like robbing the world of sun.

* * *

We are all angels with only one wing......
we can fly only by embracing each other.

* * *

Choose your friends by their character
and your socks by their color.
Choosing your socks by their character
makes no sense, and choosing your friends
by their color is unthinkable.

* * *

In our life
there is a single color,
as on an artist's palette
which provides the
meaning of life and art.
It is the color of love.

Take care my friend and I wish you a Christmas filled with love and happiness.

Love Sue

I am in motion
I am blue
Love is an ocean
I'm anchored in you
- Shawn Mullins

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13 posted 2002-12-16 08:29 PM


Noah, I just want you to know that you are one of the sweetest, nicest guys I have ever met in my life. You are talented, cheerfull and have so many wonderfull abillities. I can not believe anyone would be cruel towards you. Noah, you are so right about letting people think what they want. Some people think I am weird "beans!!!" but that is their opinion. Your poem shows it. I can feel it inside of you. you have touched me as usual. Love yourself above everyone else. (don't let yourself become conceded though. What am I doing? You don't need my guidence!)  thanks for sharing, Noah.

Never be normal!

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14 posted 2002-12-16 08:48 PM


Noah man what can i say?
this is profoundly beautiful.
LOVE YOURSELF FOREVER. HELL YEAH. I LOVE ME!!! HEHEHE

I have sent you nothing but angels, and I have placed nothing but miracles before you.

the_loner_23
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15 posted 2002-12-16 10:15 PM


Your loved dude

Cold hands means a warm heart

inkedgoddess
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16 posted 2002-12-16 10:51 PM




you do seem kind of cool, for a white guy,
afterall.....
anyhow, let it all flow off your pen........
dont let the bastards get to you,
really.......

Mistletoe Angel
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17 posted 2002-12-17 01:53 PM




(smiles) Yay!!! Thank you all so much for your gorgeous replies, I love you all so much!



And remember: there is no reason to be ashamed to love yourself 100%!



Love,
Noah Eaton


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

Shakira


[This message has been edited by Mistletoe Angel (12-17-2002 02:25 PM).]

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18 posted 2002-12-18 08:32 AM


Noah, judging from your wonderful replies, you're not the only one who is in love with you!

I love you
You love me
She loves you
He loves me
You love you
I love me
We love you
You love we
He loves you
She loves me
We all love each other
We're as happy as can be

~ Love makes the world go 'round!

Linda

[This message has been edited by Earth Angel (12-18-2002 02:50 PM).]

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19 posted 2002-12-18 08:39 AM


Yay, Noah...great inspiring write...may you continue to shine on these blue pages..
                

believe in what your heart feels...

Earth Angel
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20 posted 2002-12-18 02:57 PM


Noah, I echo all the loving and adoring replies that you have received. And as raph has just written, your poem is indeed, "inspiring"!

I see that Ethel and raph have also met this challenge--Ethel in a most endearing manner and raph in an especially unique way--LOL.

Warm hugs, Dear One!
Linda

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21 posted 2002-12-18 02:59 PM



it's got potential, but dang ..
it's way too long, wow.

ZZZZZzzzzzZZZZZzzzzzzzzzZZZZZZZZZz !!

-chris.

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22 posted 2002-12-19 01:13 PM


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