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Earth Angel
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0 posted 2005-12-21 10:59 AM




Artist: Linda L. Dowd

Come Christmas Morn
~ Linda L. Dowd ~

The air is crisp this winter’s night,
~ The skies an incandescent gray.
All is still in my home town,
For come the morn is Christmas day.

Feathered plumes of chimney smoke,
They curl and swirl in slow arise,
Looking like a Hallmark postcard,
~ Heaven’s hearth in realize.

Distant bells are ringing softly,
Memories flood from long ago.
When all was charmed ~ so pure and simple,
As Old Man River, life did flow.

Praise is sung thru’ Yuletide carols,
Around a warming pine log fire.
Merry moments to be cherished,
Of faith and hope thru’ song inspire.

The air is crisp this winter’s night,
~ The skies an incandescent gray.
All is still in my home town,
For come the morn is Christmas day.



© Copyright 2005 Linda L. Dowd - All Rights Reserved
inot2B
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1 posted 2005-12-21 11:04 AM


Beautiful, words and painting.  
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2 posted 2005-12-21 11:15 AM


Absolutely beautiful! You are a wonderful artist Linda. hugs, Chris
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3 posted 2005-12-21 11:23 AM


inot2B ~

Thank you. Painting and writing poetry are two of my favourite forms of expression!


EA


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4 posted 2005-12-21 11:28 AM


Chris ~

Thank you for saying so! I am so pleased that you liked both the painting and the poem. I enjoyed creating them both!

May the spirit of Christmas be with you always!

Linda

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5 posted 2005-12-21 12:02 PM


Earth Angel
Lovely water color and poem. Have a merry.

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6 posted 2005-12-21 12:05 PM


NICE POEM WITH COLORS...PAUL

shades of paul,peace,love,and happiness

Earth Angel
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7 posted 2005-12-21 01:06 PM


Mr. T. ~

Thank you. ~ and have a Happy!


EA

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8 posted 2005-12-21 01:08 PM


PAUL ~

Thank you for the colourful reply!

Warm hug on this cold day (at least it's cold up here in Ontario!) lol

Linda




[This message has been edited by Earth Angel (12-22-2005 01:52 AM).]

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9 posted 2005-12-21 01:22 PM


Linda - I'm sending you some of our glorious sunshine so you can send some snow this way ... but only for a day.  I wouldn't like it for too long but your picture is so lovely and your words so calming that, yes, I do definitely want it for a day.  

Helen

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10 posted 2005-12-22 09:19 AM


Bunches of Honey ~

What a sweet reply! Yes, I will take you up on your offer! ~ a day of snow for a day of sun!

Here comes the snow!

Snow  Snow Angel Snowstorm  Snowball Fight Slalom Skiing

Snow Bunny Hugs,
Linda


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11 posted 2005-12-22 01:33 PM


Linda, you are such a fine artist, equally blessed with superb pen and brush talents!
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12 posted 2005-12-22 01:44 PM


Earth Angel, you are indeed an artist - in both fields!  Enjoyed both the painting and the poem immensely.  

I'm sure you and Honeybunch won't mind if I share the snow with her.  It looked such fun!

- Owl

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13 posted 2005-12-22 01:46 PM


SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Nice!!
Great write.... And Art!

JL

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14 posted 2005-12-22 02:23 PM


Kacy, I appreciate your kindness in saying so! You are a sweetheart!

Thank you!


Linda

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15 posted 2005-12-22 02:27 PM


Owl ~

Your comments are very gratifying! In return for your generosity of words, I shall bless you with snow for a day!

Snowplow Sleigh 2 Snowy House Snowball Fight Snowboarding 1

Snow bunny hugs,
EA

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16 posted 2005-12-22 02:28 PM



JL

THANK YOU!

EA

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17 posted 2005-12-22 07:51 PM


You are so talented. Both, the picture and the poem are just beautiful.
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18 posted 2005-12-22 09:42 PM


Linda Lou, you do have an abundance of talent, dear friend!!
The poem and the picture are both beautiful!!
I enjoyed them so much.
I wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!
Heart Hugs,
Ethel

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20 posted 2005-12-22 09:47 PM


Ethel Mae ~

You're not exactly lacking in artistic talent yourself! That is a beautiful graphic that you have created!

I appreciate your warm response to my post!

Merry Christmas to you and yours, as well!

Linda

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21 posted 2005-12-22 11:25 PM


Beautiful painting.
Beautiful words.
Another fine read my friend.

HoHoHo or as Mrs. Santa Frog said RibbitRibbitRibbit

:-)

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Mrs. Santa Frog ~

Ribbit ho! Ribbit ho! Ribbit all the way!

I am so pleased that you liked my pic 'n poem!

Hugs o' love,
Linda

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23 posted 2005-12-23 01:22 AM


Ah, now this feels like Christmas!  Beautiful watercolor, Linda Light!  There is love in your words and in your painting.   lily jo
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24 posted 2005-12-23 08:42 AM


beautiful artwork Linda, and equally beautiful verse!  Much enjoyed, and Loved this.....Happy holidays
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25 posted 2005-12-23 09:02 AM


Stamped  Talent! You are multi talented my girl.Enjoyed. Merry Christmas. martyjo
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26 posted 2005-12-23 09:58 AM


iliana ~

Yes, Music Note It's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas! Music Note

May your Christmas be merry and bright and the coming year be one of peace and joy!

Loveya!
Linda
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27 posted 2005-12-23 10:00 AM


Happy birthday, Donna!

It was nice to hear from you on your special day! Make A Wish

Thank you for your kind words, Gentle One!

Big, birthday hug!
Linda

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martyjo ~

Thank you! ~ and a very Merry Christmas to you as well!

Elf

Merry hugs of love,
Linda
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29 posted 2005-12-23 11:20 AM


Awesome!  And the painting too!!

hugs, g

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30 posted 2005-12-23 01:43 PM


Yes, you are more than just a beautiful
angel....you are an artist, painter, poet
and friend...

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(smiles) Yay! Oh Linda, this is soooooooo gorgeous, sweet friend, and as always I just love your watercolor paintings, they're soooooooo soft and resonating with a halo of warmth, yay! (angel gingerbread hugs) Yay, now let's both do the poinsettia polka until Christmas Day, yay, God Bless You, 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


"If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other"

Mother Teresa

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32 posted 2005-12-23 03:12 PM


g ~

So nice to hear from you! It's been awhile. Hope all has been well with you!

Holiday hugs,
Linda
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33 posted 2005-12-23 03:15 PM


Barry, you literally caused my cheeks to flush a bright pink! Blushy Girl

Thank you for the especially sweet reply!


Your friend,
Linda

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34 posted 2005-12-23 03:27 PM


Noah, you're a pet!

"soft and resonating with a halo of warmth, yay! (angel gingerbread hugs) Yay, now let's both do the poinsettia polka"


Rave  Rave Girl  Dancing Couple

Gingerbread hugs,
Linda
Gingerbread


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35 posted 2005-12-23 04:32 PM


Linda...Wonderful poem. You dear lady are blessed with an un-ending treasure chest of beautiful poetry. Thank you for allowing us the pleasure of reading your poems.

Your painting really gives a special touch to your poetry.

May you and your family have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year but most of all have a safe holiday season...Paul

~~To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you~~
Paul

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36 posted 2005-12-23 10:18 PM


Paul ~

From the bottom of my heart I thank you for your loving comments. Your appreciation of my work touches me deeply.

May the joy of Christmas be with you always.
May God protect you and your family throughout the coming year ~ and thereafter!

Hugs of love,
Linda
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37 posted 2005-12-28 09:38 AM


This is so lovely... both painting and poem... you sweet multi-talented lady! *S*
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38 posted 2005-12-28 09:48 AM


Very beautiful Linda! Although I can't see the painting (big brother computer).

Reminds me of a time as a little girl that I went Christmas Caroling with the girl scouts..(yes, I was a girl scout).  

"too bad ignorance isn't painful"
~Unknown~

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39 posted 2005-12-28 10:44 AM


My dear Suthern, the "S" in your moniker must surely stand for "Sweet"!

Thank you for your "sweet" reply!

May 2006 bring you peace of mind, vibrant good health, peace, harmony, and joy.

Hugs with love,
Linda

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40 posted 2005-12-28 10:54 AM


Susan ~

Hi, there! It's good to hear from you! I was both a Brownie and a Girl Guide (Canada)as were my two daughters. I always feel a kinship with women who did likewise! It's like a sisterhood!

If you email me your email address I could email the painting to you. (I wouldn't be able to send it to you via pip's email service).

May 2006 be one of your best years ever!

Love & Light,
Linda


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41 posted 2005-12-28 09:34 PM


your art and words of heart
are synchroniously seasonal
and joyous
have a happy

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I read your post at work the other day and was disappointed that your watercolor didn't come on screen.  It did tonight!!!  Oh, watercolor is my favorite and you do it so well!  Can you brush by me and spread a little of your artistic talent my way?  
  Enjoyed the duo!

miscellanea

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43 posted 2005-12-28 10:59 PM


The air is crisp this winter’s night,
~ The skies an incandescent gray.
All is still in my home town,
For come the morn is Christmas day.

now that's just a wonderful christmas poem i truly enjoyed this thank you for sharing earth angel

-may the force be with you in poetry

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44 posted 2005-12-28 11:10 PM


Goddess ~

Your response made me smile ~ and I like smiling!

Thank you, Michelle!

Warm hug & smile,
Linda

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45 posted 2005-12-28 11:14 PM


miscellanea ~

Your flattery is well-received by this Leo! Lion  Mind you, I purr rather that roar with pride!

Thank you very much!

May the coming new year be a joyful one!


Linda

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46 posted 2005-12-28 11:16 PM


sb ~

It was good to hear from The Shark! I haven't seen you swimming around as much lately. Staying out of trouble, I trust!

I enjoyed reading your reply! Thank you!

May 2006 be a very happy year!

Love & Light,
EA



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47 posted 2005-12-29 02:50 AM


Linda
Wonderful painting and a very beautiful poem, loved both and thanks so much for sharing with us, I hope your Christmas day was as beautiful as your picture and words.

~hugs~
Tracie

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It is the harmony of the universe



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48 posted 2005-12-29 07:26 AM


It's wonderful to see your talents
hanging in the blue walls...




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49 posted 2005-12-29 09:58 AM


Absolutely beautiful. I felt the warmth of the words and the paint! Definately a treasure. I hope you have this framed and on your wall! Really enjoyed both of your artistic talents. Thanks for sharing this.
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50 posted 2005-12-29 11:37 AM


Hi, Tracie! I was touched by your warm words. Thank you!

Yes, my Christmas was, indeed, "wonderful". In fact, it was one of the best that I have ever had! I hope yours was as well.

Sending blessings for a joyous new year for you and yours!

Love & Light,
Linda

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51 posted 2005-12-29 11:40 AM


Sunshine ~

Thank you for saying so, Kind Karilea! I'm still smiling from reading your generous reply!

May 2006 be rife with wonderful new beginnings! ~ i.e. your 2nd novel!

Love & Sun Light,
Linda

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52 posted 2005-12-29 11:47 AM


pictureme2 ~

Thank you, pm2! I'm so pleased that you liked my painting and poem. Actually, I sold this painting several years ago but fortunately I have photos of most of those that have gone to other homes! lol Whenever I have sold a painting, I feel as though a bit of me goes with it! ~ Not a great attitude for running a business!

I appreciated your warm words! Thank you very much!

May 2006 be a year of joy for you and your loved ones!


EA

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53 posted 2005-12-30 06:29 PM


two beautiful things came from those great hands of yours.
wonderful

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