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Merely Poetry (inspired by nameless friends)
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Merely Poetry (inspired by nameless friends) |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA 
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Sometimes I’d really like to set the suitcase down And take a rest long needed, rest these weary bones That ache beyond description. Why do some suffer pain’s severe affliction, And others walk with easy care As if they floated upon thin air? It seems like years are chapters; many lessons felt. And turning pages, going on, For some of us is hell. Yet for others, it’s adventure, discovery of what’s new. And maybe that’s what pain is, too. But I’m ready to let that go. Is it through the feel of pain with all its shoots and ladders That we discover who we are And that which really matters? Or is it from disability, we find compassion’s song? And if, perchance, you have pain, too, Please know you’re not alone. It is a process of letting go, growing old, that is. And those of us who suffer so and no more have the zest to live May understand more than you know About the import of “forgive.” So if you’re reading my lament and feeling sad for me. Trust me, that is not the purpose. It’s merely, Poetry. [This message has been edited by iliana (05-09-2004 08:32 PM).] |
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Sunshine
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since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Therein lies the story of life... in poetry of wing and sounds that sing... thank you, Jo... for some merelypoetry sounds |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Karilea, happy mom's day and thank you!  .....jo |
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Tiersdin Member Elite
since 2000-11-17
Posts 2364east coast |
Iliana, I'm finding it hard to believe that this wonderful piece gained only one comment-albeit a good one! Up you go! ~tier |
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Sadelite Member Elite
since 2003-10-11
Posts 2519 |
iliana, Remember Dad with limp and determined smile. He was a real role model. It was as if he defied the pain and said, "Life here I am!" Even though adventure was handicapped, it made it even more special to see his curiosity. And you? I'm sure you are like him. I was proud of you in N.Y. You had that same smile! Your poem is well written and touching. (BTW, happy Mother's Day!) Love, Lil Sis |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
tier -- I sure appreciated yours! |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Sadie -- he set the bar too high, you know. There was only one like him and you pay me an undeserved compliment, but thanks anyway. and happy mom's day! jo |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Very much enjoyed this one jo... you said so much...and touched deep. ~Mother's Day hugs to you!~ ~ Trace my body with your words, |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
Sure do express this so very well Sadie... Life is not for sissies, is it? Hugs, TD |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Nancy Lee -- thank so much -- I know you know. I hope your day was happy. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
TD -- lol -- true, true. Thanks for posting! Hope your day was full of that love you write so beautifully about! ....jo (PS, Sadie is my 'lil sis.) |
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icebox Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 4383in the shadows |
"And if, perchance, you have pain, too, Please know you’re not alone. "  |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Icebox, |
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GG Member Elite
since 2002-12-03
Posts 3532Lost in thought |
Jo, wow... I've wondered all these things before (too many times to count). For me I think it's a mix of things... learning what counts, learning compassion, forgiveness. You can learn to read other people... (people wiggle their toes if they're in pain, and if they're mad then they make a fist or put hands in their pockets). You can learn to talk to others who are in pain with just a glance. It's a kind of understanding that you can never get without pain. Ahh I do talk way too much. I love this though, and love how your compassion shines through Always, Alyssa Poems are made by fools like me, |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
GG, you are an old soul, aren't you. I can't believe the wisdom you have at your age, you little sappling. It shows in everything you write, even your responses. Thanks so much for stopping by and enjoy the 'morrow! |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
you have such a beautiful heart! |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Enjoyed...James |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Dixie -- and so do you, lady! Thanks! |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
James -- Good, glad you did -- thanks for posting! |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
Enjoyed very much "cast me gently into the morning, for the night has been unkind" |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
iliana, this was so beautifully written, tremendously brave and honest...set forth for all to bear witness, that they can do it to. Well done! enjoyed reading. |
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wandering glider Senior Member
since 2001-04-04
Posts 501aloft |
"And if, perchance, you have pain, too, Please know you’re not alone." Thanks, I needed that today. glider |
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Kaoru
since 2003-06-07
Posts 3892where the wild flowers grow |
It's really hard for me to say how this struck me... Brutal understanding of a universal feeling, hope, or desire, is enough to push anyone off of their chair. This did that, and more. I'm saving this one.. it's a jewel. |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
iliana... Simply put from me to you THANKS. This deeply touches my heart...Paul ~~To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you~~ |
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LucidityNow Member
since 2001-02-06
Posts 118Canada |
*claps*I really loved this, *adding thread to library* and i'm certain that if i drive into those trees, it would make less of a mess, than she's made of me... |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
This merely touches my heart and mind both... excellent write! *S* |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
You are really REAL! It is like you are speaking right from the you of you to the me of me of each of your readers. You are authentic and a real McCoy! I appreciate your compassion, your wisdom, and how you keep on ticking in spite of any licking you may have had in life. My own life has been both charmed and cursed, but from it all has come an inner strength and a better understanding not only of others, but of myself. Yes, at times we do need some time out to rest and recharge our batteries! Loving hugs, Linda |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
You all blow me away with your sweet comments! Thank you so very much: .....jo |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
Is it this poetry that has us all captivated? Or is it the poet who can make a tear fall, a tree sing, or the darkest day as bright as the sun itself, and turn a debt into delight? It must be both, and in that I will say, you are truly a delightful poet! Thanks for sharing! I liked this one a lot! JL She said: ”You look cute in the dark.” |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
JL -- whoa, I'm speechless except to say, muchos gracias! |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
JL is right! |
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