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I'd Rather Swim Than Drown!
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I'd Rather Swim Than Drown! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light 
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+*+*+*+*+*+ I add a bit of whimsy, To nearly everything I do. I see the bright and Light of life, ~ I'm an optimist, it's true! When I wake each morning, I look forward to my day, Knowing that if lemons come, I'll just make lemonade. They call me Suzie Sunshine, And Unsinkable Molly Brown, But I'm more like Esther Williams, Who'd rather swim than drown! I've had my share of trials, I've had tribulations galore. I've had my share of ups and downs, And I'm sure to have some more. But through it all I've kept the faith, That all will turn out right, For the sun has always shone again And banished my darkest night! +*+*+*+*+*+ |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Earth Angel Good thinking,  |
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Professor Gloom Member Elite
since 2000-07-23
Posts 3082of Depression |
Enjoyed the read, The other view expressed well, But I seldom avoid the darkest night Gloom |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Good morning, T-Man! Yeppers! I always try to see the silver lining of those somber gray clouds!  ~ Have a fantazzmagorically fun day! Loves 'n Laughs 'n Smilies Faces, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Good morning, Professor! I'm pleased that you dropped by from the other side! lol You do dark and dreary exceptionally well, but I've read a few of your illustrious works that would give my sunshiny poems a run for the money! lol Warm, mornin' hugs, EA |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
I admire the water's ability to touch your entire body all at the same time.... This was beautifully written sweetie.. [This message has been edited by Toerag (06-21-2004 10:37 AM).] |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
Very uplifting poem Linda. believe in what your heart feels... |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
So uplifting Linda...much enjoyed! Hugs~ Something tugs at me, I've no doubt of that. |
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Bonnie j Senior Member
since 2003-06-27
Posts 1588Ohio |
Yes indeedy. I think I would rather swim then drown. For sure, for sure. Not into drinking the whole pool or into drinking the ocean dry. Very uplifting. BonBon  |
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Goodknight Member Elite
since 2002-06-15
Posts 2386Ohio, USA |
Nice poem Linda - a great secret to life - keep on swimming - well written poetry too - Paul |
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Ericc Member Elite
since 2003-01-31
Posts 4178 |
Beautiful!! Eric |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
I admire your outlook |
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PKreturns Member
since 2003-07-21
Posts 362New Orleans, LA |
I wish I could be and would be, so optimistic. It just leaps off the page (screen). |
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Constance Member
since 2001-07-28
Posts 393Ohio |
good outlook?---check! good attitude?--check! good poetry?----check! nothing to complain about here! I love happy poems and happy people. I'm off to work with a smile---thanks. |
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Susan Member Ascendant
since 2004-03-27
Posts 5104walking the surreal |
Woman, thy name is optimism. Love this. Love its message. You are a shining light. Hugs -- Susan Happiness isn't something that happens to you, it's created from within you. Joy is a state of mind. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Toe ~ Hmmm! Sounds like a poem I once read and thoroughly enjoyed! Thanks for this morning smile, my Bammy friend!  Loves 'n hugs, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
scorpio ~ I aim to lift spirits high to the sky! lol ~ Enjoy your day!  EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Nancy ~ I'm pleased to put some up-lifting breeze beneath your wings! Fly high! Fly happy! Smiles 'n hugs, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Bonnie ~ Oh, my little happy flower! I know you would most assuredly rather swim than drown! ~ and that is an especially good thing for your readers! You always give us smiles! Loved hearing from you! Take care! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Goodknight ~ Have I ever told you how much I like your pseudonym? It's clever and both meanings put a smile on my face! I appreciate your thoughtful reply, Paul! Thank you! ~ Have a good day and a good night! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Eric ~ I graciously accept your "B" word offering! ~ May your day be filled with beauty! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
p s ~ You have written poems that illustrate a positive attitude as well! ~ and I enjoyed reading them! EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
PK ~ I broke out laughing at "It just leaps off the page (screen)." lol ~ Often if we think happy, we end up being happy! EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Constance ~ Hi, stranger! Thank you kindly for that adorably sweet response to my poem! "I'm off to work with a smile ~ thanks." ~ BIG smile here! ~ and you are most welcome! Hi Ho! Hi Ho! Be happy as you go! Luvin' hugs 'n smiles, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Susan ~ I must admit that those who know and love me wonder how I have managed to remain optimistic through all my trials and tribulations! I guess it's just in my nature to look on the bright side of things! ~ and this must be contagious because then those around me start filling up with optimism and Light! Light begets Light! Big, afternoon hug, Linda |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Linda, you are such an inspiration, or if you prefer, the words that come through you are such an inspiration! Thank you. ......jo |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
iliana ~ For my writing to be considered "inspiring" is a compliment of the highest order! Thank you, jo! Sleep well, l'il darlin'! EA |
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