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My Humble Reply (in response to Richy's poem, "I Wonder")
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My Humble Reply (in response to Richy's poem, "I Wonder") |
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Patricia Member Elite
since 2003-04-06
Posts 2160Missouri 
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As a great philosopher like Plato or Socrates, His questions bring intellectuals to their knees. -Will my spirit live on for countless centuries?- -Will my name be whispered forever in a breeze?- He wonders if some words of comfort he did provide Will remain for eternity in the ocean’s foamy tide To wash away the sorrow of one heart that’s cried. He softly begs an answer, putting all vanity aside. He asks these provocative questions in hopes today He’d know his sins were worth the price he did pay. That he’s made a contribution in his own unique way And his goodness will live on forever and a day. How idealistic and beautiful, Richard’s soul must be For he asks such complex questions with simplicity. However, I must thoughtfully respond in all humility For the answers to his questions do not lie with me. I believe that in patience his replies he must await And know that no one of earth has privy to the date. For not until he reaches heaven’s magnificent gate Will he understand with certainty his spirit's fate. [This message has been edited by Patricia (05-04-2003 08:57 PM).] |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I am glad for Richy's quest... even better than a poetess such as yourself hears the inner tremble... What you say... shall be as he hears... Brava!  Bravo!To both of you! |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
Pat, What a nice tribute to another poet's work here. I did go read it and replied. Your ending here is right on, I think. Regardless of what happens and if we are remembered or not, both of these poems do remind me that I get more ~peace of mind~ knowing I am doing my share, reaching out to touch someone else, or help in some way....as I said in his poem, even a smile can make much difference in someone life...let alone the other multiple things which we can do, at least, for me, knowing I did my best...will it make a difference...it helps in the letting go that question, and just in allowing God to do the judging.... Again, nice tribute and I liked your ending thoughts in this piece. Hugs, Pat  |
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Richy Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 3050 |
For Patricia How do you thank someone when they give you of themselves? There is no gift worthy that can be pulled from a shelf? How do you say thanks when someone gives of you their time? How do you show gratitude when their gift’s so sublime? I wish I was smart enough to have the answers to Why someone you hardly know can act in ways so true Is it cause we’re lucky and we benefit by chance? Or does life have it’s own way of fateful circumstance? Well it doesn’t really matter how such things work out Gratitude for others is what life is all about I would simply like to thank my newest friend Patricia Endless days of pure content is what I’ll always wishya Patricia, I am so amazed at your talent and kindness! I don’t know what to say, except that I am glad we were able to connect so quickly and easily through our writing... It really is special... Thanks for the great poem... Your the best!! You take Great Care My New Friend, And I’ll see ya out here, all the time... (so much so, you’ll get sick of it...lol) Always, Richy [This message has been edited by Richy (05-04-2003 11:43 PM).] |
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DawnG 
since 2000-06-23
Posts 1494United States |
Patricia, I enjoyed your poem very much. Did you know you had a poem accepted for publication in the book? Check out the vote tabulation page and e-mail Ron you might still be able to get in. Dawn |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Patricia, you are a really great person with such a loving heart to write for another fellow poet like this. Thank you for sharing this with us. Hugs, Ethel |
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MikeFessel Member
since 2003-04-19
Posts 321Brooklyn, NYC, USA |
This is a really beautiful poem, and your wonderful heart shines through here again. Great write. Mike |
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