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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania 
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Snagged Sharp Pyracantha thorns unseen On reaching gnarled branch of green Seemed resolute to catch my eye And snagged my sleeve as I passed by Then turning to release the hold Of spiny hooks in cotton fold My dire movements couldn’t untwist Entangled spikes around my wrist And then I saw, tucked in her care, The reason she had held me there If not for unrelenting thorn I wouldn’t have noticed life’s unborn For cradled deep within her breast Three aqua jewels in downy nest Protected by a prickly host From hands that get a bit too close The architect had placed it such That I could see, but never touch Elizabeth Santos |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
What a joy to read this, this morning... There are reasons for fire-thorns and frost (frost is very heavy this morning, here in the mountains of Tioga county) "The architect had placed it such That I could see, but never touch" I have to read poems such as this to remind myself that I do not have to know the reasons for all things...Neither the beauty of a birds egg, or the terror thoughts of frozen plants....all have hidden answers... Your words have given me the little boost in faith that I needed this morning, to face what nature has given today and what it has taken away... -----------ice/ford ><> |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
this was my first morning read, and overjoyed at seeing you in there again, posting, never a time upon reading you, I'm disappointed...much more, spiritually lifted and graced to have had the opportunity to spend a moment in your mind....a very beautiful one at that. Thank you Liz  |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Dear Elizabeth, again a beautiful work of art, very much enjoyed my friend. Sincerely Rick xx oo |
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Aleta Member
since 2005-04-17
Posts 102Louisiana |
This was delightful and picturesque, yet feeling the motion and surprise of what you saw. Enjoyed this read. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Isn't it amazing how nature protects its own? Love this, Liz! |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Liz....you are so lovely...and this poem is very special. Think what a wonderful world it would be, if everyone looked at things the way you do!  |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Liz, this is a wonderful write! Your imagery is impeccable as always. Very much enjoyed the read and the lesson within. Hugs~Nancy Life is one great big canvas; |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
just wonderful! |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Elizabeth, A touching poem of cannot touch. Love Sy |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
its your birthday today, so this goes back up to the top for everyone to enjoy Thank you Liz for being you! HAPPY BIRTHDAY |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
This is wonderful!! And a very happy birthday to you!!  "too bad ignorance isn't painful" |
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Mysteria 
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I never knew they came in purple too! Canadian ones are only yellow, orange or white. This plants berries make the most delicious jelly, do you make it? Sweet Lizzie, you remind us all to take notice of the things around us, and respect their maker that is for sure. Happy Birthday my dear friend, and here's to many, many more! |
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