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Earth Angel
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0 posted 2003-11-24 06:06 PM



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I'm mindful of my manners,
And try never to offend,
But my big foot, has a mind of its own,
And goes straight for my mouth ~ and in!

I endeavor to be quite cordial,
And consider how others might feel,
But whenever I speak, before I think,
It becomes a great big deal!

I follow the rules of etiquette,
The do's and the don'ts of class,
The proper spoon and fork to use,
And which goblet, cup or glass!

For reasons which, I can't explain,
My mind goes blank at times,
I'll drink my Perrier, from a plastic cup,
And use the wrong glass for wines!

I lack in social graces,
No matter how hard I try,
But with a smile upon, my blushing face,
I manage to still get by!

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[This message has been edited by Earth Angel (11-25-2003 12:52 PM).]

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Sunshine
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1 posted 2003-11-24 06:38 PM



You too?

Hugging you for this!

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2 posted 2003-11-24 06:38 PM


enjoyed
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3 posted 2003-11-24 08:34 PM


Join the club! lol. Cute write Linda. hugs, Chris

"At the touch of love everyone becomes a poet."
-Plato



    

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4 posted 2003-11-24 09:51 PM


ohhh linda the many times I have mumbles "open mouth insert foot"  you know those priceless moments.....hugsss lady

Lauren~


I had a dream last night
you came to me on silver wings of light
I flew away with you in painted sky
Was it real
Is it what you see,touch or feel

Margherita
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5 posted 2003-11-25 04:01 AM


haha ... that's funny! Well written and surely this happens even to those with the best intentions..
Thank you for the smile!
Love and hugs. Margherita

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6 posted 2003-11-25 09:55 AM


Sunshine ~

You too? lol

~ Sending you a commiserating hug!

Linda
P.S. I did it again! I ended up making so many edits AFTER I posted this poem, that it is practically a different one! I repeatedly check, recheck, edit, and preview before I post a poem, but for some reason, once its up there, I cringe and want to change everything!

Earth Angel
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7 posted 2003-11-25 09:56 AM


vandana



EA


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8 posted 2003-11-25 09:57 AM


Chris ~

It appears that I'm in good company! ~ Karilea & yourself!

Have a great day!


Linda

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9 posted 2003-11-25 09:59 AM


Greeneyes ~

Lauren, it seems that this club is growing! ~
myself, Karilea, Chris & now you!

Remember to mind your manners! lol

Huggums,
Linda

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10 posted 2003-11-25 10:01 AM


Margherita ~

Your sweet reply gave me a chuckle! Thank you, Dear Margherita!

Hugs 'n smiles,
Linda

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11 posted 2003-11-25 12:23 PM


hehehe....this is a cool write...thanks for this
Earth Angel
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12 posted 2003-11-25 12:33 PM


Passing shadows ~

Oh, I love your mischievous little "hehehe" of a laugh!

Happy hugs,
Linda

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13 posted 2003-11-27 02:47 AM


I'm mindful of my manners,
And try never to offend,
But my big foot, has a mind of its own,
And goes straight for my mouth ~ and in!

Doncha hate that!  

Thanks for the smiles Earthy Mama~


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14 posted 2003-11-27 05:54 AM


and...........you always will SMILE
with an ability to write this way...who cares my friend - about judgements huh?
Loved this
Titch

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15 posted 2003-11-27 03:58 PM





(giggles) Hehehe, I too have never been beyond Etiquette 101 and don't believe much in etiquette, sweet friend, I think when one strives to be "perfect" in their manners, one tends to get dissatisfied and I believe you have to have a bit of a mess to enjoy yourself, just not take it so far! (kiss on cheek) God Bless You, sweet friend, now I'm going to eat with a plastic fork, hehehe, although it isn't your Thanksgiving day, I believe the ideals of this holiday should live everyday so I send pumpkin pie hugs your way, yay, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Linda, thank you for sharing!



May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

I don't need no proof when it comes to God and truth
I can see the sun set and I perceive

***Live***

Earth Angel
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16 posted 2003-11-27 06:19 PM


Bluesy ~

~ and smiles look good on your pretty poetess face!

Happy, Thankful Day huggums,
Earthy Mama

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17 posted 2003-11-27 06:21 PM


titch ~

As my Mom always says, " A titch in time, saves nine! " Ooops, that's not what she says! It is " A stitch in time, saves nine!" lol

Thanks for that nice reply! I like the way you think!

Loves 'n smiles 'n TD hugs,
EA

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18 posted 2003-11-27 06:26 PM


Noah ~

I saved all of those adorable Thanksgiving Day graphics! As Tony the Tiger says, "Theeerrrrre Grrrreeeeeaaaaattt!" lol

Thanks for the "pumpkin pie hugs" ~ that was so 'sweet' of you! ~ I know, that one was a groaner! lol

~ and yes, I totally agree with you in that Thanksgiving Day ideals are ones that we should live everyday!

Pumpkin Pie Hugs 2 U 2!
Blessings to you and your family,
Linda


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