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Earth Angel
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0 posted 2006-01-02 10:41 AM



            

Artist: Paul Mewart


Love and Lust

~ Linda L. Dowd ~

My mind floods with memories,
of when he and I were one.
But time unraveled what we had,
leaving love songs left unsung.

I recall all those tender times,
when wrapped in his embrace.
But his leaving for another love,
had left a cold and empty space.

He left us unexpectedly,
~How could I have been so blind?
This lack of understanding,
had near driven me from mind.

He discovered that far pastures,
weren’t as green as he once thought.
Instead of gaining something new,
all he found was naught.

Forthwith he did realize,
all the treasures he had lost.
The price of lustful escapades,
had come at quite a cost.

Today I’m singing joyful songs,
with one worthy of my love.
We adore and trust each other,
and I thank the stars above!


We are born of the stars,
And to the stars we shall one day return.
~ Linda L. Dowd

[This message has been edited by Earth Angel (01-02-2006 11:53 AM).]

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stevebrklynnyc
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1 posted 2006-01-02 10:50 AM


Just like they say,
The grass is not always green
On the other side of the fence

Nice write

Enchantress
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2 posted 2006-01-02 11:51 AM


"Today I’m singing joyful songs,
with one worthy of my love.
We adore and trust each other,
and I thank the stars above!"


And sweet Linda..this is how it should be!
The last stanza wraps this piece up perfectly!

~Happy New Year to you and your love~

In the midst of winter,
I found there lives within me..
An invincible summer.

froggy
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3 posted 2006-01-02 12:34 PM


Beautifully said.
May you and your love have a beautifully,loving journey together.
Happy New Year Linda.

Earth Angel
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4 posted 2006-01-02 01:22 PM


Happy New Year, Brooklyn Steve!

Yes, 'tis so often true! The grass appears greener on the other side of the fence ~ and over the septic tank! lol

Glasses


Linda

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gemjop
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5 posted 2006-01-02 01:23 PM


You're a special lady and i'm so glad, you have exactly what you deserve!


Earth Angel
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6 posted 2006-01-02 01:24 PM


Nancy ~

Like you, I like happy endings!

May this new year be one of making wonderful new memories for your tomorrows' poetry!

Glasses


Linda

Earth Angel
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7 posted 2006-01-02 01:39 PM


Froggy Friend ~

Thank you, Ella! May this new year be one of love, peace, prosperity and joy for you and your loved one!

Noisemaker 2


Linda

Earth Angel
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8 posted 2006-01-02 01:42 PM


Gem Drop ~

Hello, you l'il darlin'! Thank you for that gem of a reply! That was very kind of you to say!

May 2006 be your best year! ~ thus far!

Ball Drop


Linda

iliana
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9 posted 2006-01-02 01:58 PM


A good illustration of just desserts!  Although I know you don't feel that way.  I'm just glad you were able to find happiness and I just know this is going to be one terrific year for you, dear friend!  love ya, jo
littlewing
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10 posted 2006-01-02 02:02 PM


Gosh Linda, I think you were reading my life about a year back or so and am hoping that one does learn their lessons, if not now, then later.

And am happy you have your love right beside you.

HopeS
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11 posted 2006-01-02 02:07 PM


Such a wonderful feeling when true loving hearts are attuned

Hope

inkedgoddess
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12 posted 2006-01-02 03:08 PM


who knows what the future brings?
but your enjoyment of the moment you are blessed with for now, is obvious here..hope you will sing happy songs for a long time

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13 posted 2006-01-02 03:50 PM




(smiles) Oh Linda, I am sooooooooo happy that you now have all your golden heart desires, dearest friend, it sounds like you had the most exciting New Years weekend with your love, yay, there's nothing like chinese food and "Geisha", yay, LOL! (angel friendship hugs) God Bless You, sweet friend, may this true felicity forever flood and sud across your heart like bubble bath suds, 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

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

Mother Teresa

Earth Angel
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14 posted 2006-01-02 05:05 PM


Dear Noel Noah, may your wishes for you and your dream girl finding each other, come true in 2006! You certainly have been putting quite a bit of energy into manifesting her into reality!

Yes, the Chinese New Year's celebration was phenomenal! Four couples sat at a round table with a huge lazy susan in the middle that the platters of food were put on. 12 of them! One at a time! 12 courses! ~ from peking duck to lobster! We ate from 7:30 to just before the count-down! Then came out the New Year's Happy birthday cake! There was also dancing ~ We just danced the slow ones! ~ and you can just imagine why! lol

Happy New Year

Happy New Year Hugs of love,
Your friend,
Linda

Earth Angel
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15 posted 2006-01-02 05:13 PM


iliana ~

Oops-a-daisy! I started my replies out of turn!

Yes, my dear lily jo, life has a way of eventually working things out the way they are supposed to be!

KBHBLY
Linda


Earth Angel
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16 posted 2006-01-02 05:16 PM


littlewing ~

Sue, I'm sorry to learn that you have experienced a similar swan song. But happy to know that you are no longer in that sad place.

May you make wonderful memories in 2006 for your tomorrows!


Linda

Earth Angel
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17 posted 2006-01-02 05:18 PM


Hope ~

That was a loving way of describing our love!

"a wonderful feeling when true loving hearts are attuned" ~ Oh, yes indeed!

May this new year be a happy one for you!

Love & Light ~ and a big warm hug,
Linda

Earth Angel
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18 posted 2006-01-02 05:22 PM


Michelle, that is the sort of Zen attitude I have about everything in my life! I'm enjoying the moment and que sera, sera! Whatever will be, will be! I'm enjoying the ride and know not where the journey ends ~ but I secretly believe that the fairy tale that I am living will last forever ~ and a day!

May the new year be a happy one for you and your loved ones!


Linda

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19 posted 2006-01-05 04:03 PM


When I read the title... I thought... I like 'em both! *G* But of course... it's far better when they're both for the same person! *G*

This is beautiful, my friend... It's a shame when heartbreak is our lot... but maybe it just prepares us to appreciate the joy of real love. *S*

Margherita
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20 posted 2006-01-05 07:26 PM


Ah, dear Linda, you speak about these lessons of life in such a wise way, you detached from the pain and opened your heart again ... and the gift was placed into your core. The Angel you are was recognized.

Beautiful flow in this!

Love and hugs.
Margherita

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21 posted 2006-01-05 07:44 PM


I am so happy for you, Linda.
Earth Angel
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22 posted 2006-01-05 10:43 PM



Suthern ~

lol I like them both as well! ~ especially together!

May you receive all the wonderful things in life that you wish for others!

Hugs with love,
Linda

Earth Angel
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23 posted 2006-01-05 10:46 PM


Margherita ~

I suppose I was given so many challenges in life so that I could write about the lessons that I have learned ~ and continue to learn!

Love you, Dear One,
Linda

Earth Angel
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24 posted 2006-01-05 10:49 PM


One Smart Chick ~

I know you are, sweetie! ~ and I wish such happiness for you as well. You are experiencing some growing pains at the present time ~ but you will eventually be as tall and strong as an oak tree!

Loveya!
Linda

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25 posted 2006-01-07 06:54 PM


Hello EA...long time no speak. I like this. It is good to see that he got what he deserved. It wriles me that so many forget they promised to be there always. I don't really think it is all that complicated...but I suppose some just can't grasp what LOVE really means. I am glad to see you did not let the taint darken you. Always your admirerer...Kevin.
Earth Angel
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26 posted 2006-01-08 02:20 AM


Kevin! It is wonderful to hear from you! I've been wondering where you have been. I am such a fan of your writing.

I appreciate your kind and thoughtful words. ~ and yes, I am so happy that I did not let a broken heart prevent me from loving again.

Warm, welcome-back hug,
Linda
Happy 2006!


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