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Marge Tindal
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0 posted 2006-08-26 12:17 PM



If Heaven ...
~*Marge Tindal*~


Were I to go beyond tomorrow
to the land the Lord has promised to me
I cannot imagine anything grander
than the life here that gathered me serene~

This life has been purely Heavenly
with just a couple of days of sheer Hell
So rare in their coming that within them
I knowingly chose not to dwell~

Submerged in a baptismal pool of love
at an age so very early
I can't fathom that the gates of another land
could be any more pearly~

I ascended to the throne of this life,
stepping stones of knowledge marked the way
Ancient stories from my ancestors
surely keep me grounded to this day~

I've loved a man of earthly shoes
cherished in his own dear ways
Bride of his youthful making
to last for many, many days~

Carrying the scepter of motherhood
four children did glow with our light
The sparkling jewels of my crown
two granddaughters of my delight~

Your streets of gold could surely not compare
to a traipse across my meadowland
Flowers, trees and birds so profuse
it simply couldn't be more grand~

If your Heaven is more precious than this
I'd simply be very surprised
for I have lived this Heaven on earth
in the years of my abide~

Lord-of-my-knowing, I do not doubt
that you have a lovely abode above
but, you've given me this life I've cherished
the here ... the now
totally filled with love~

Thank you, Lord, for all that I have
perhaps you will not mind
should I decide to not go
but merely remain behind~

For this life... this life
is pure Heaven to me~


~*~


~Eyes of four-year-old innocence
looking at me ... seeking ... finally speaking
asking with childlike grace
"Poet, do you think you'll like Heaven
better than this place?"~

~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~
Email -       noles1@totcon.com       

© Copyright 2006 Marge Tindal - All Rights Reserved
jody5
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1 posted 2006-08-26 12:33 PM


You are indeed blessed Marge.  This is a lovely poem.
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2 posted 2006-08-26 12:36 PM



Marge, you've penned a




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3 posted 2006-08-26 01:20 PM


You deserve it all sweet lady.  Beautiful!!!!  I'm quite emotional right now and that brought tears to my eyes.  

HUGS,
Bridgette

"Somewhere, somehow, it should be possible to touch someone and never let go again.  To hold someone, not for a moment but forever." Andre Brink


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4 posted 2006-08-26 02:43 PM


you are one of the blessed ones who is able to recognize and appreciate her Heaven on Earth.  Love, Joyce
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5 posted 2006-08-26 03:15 PM


You exude that state of blissfulness in all your poetry, Marge.  A thankful state of mind produces great energy, too.

  Rae

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6 posted 2006-08-26 03:27 PM


Dear Marge;

A very emotional and uplifting poem! I hope your answer satisfied Delaney!

Love
Betty Lou

Betty Lou Hebert

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7 posted 2006-08-26 05:36 PM


Yes, Marge, you are most truly "blessed" but I'm sure your own hand is there somewhere in the making of your "heaven on earth".  
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8 posted 2006-08-26 07:29 PM


Haven is grand
When the love is pure
When the Heart is open
Sights unblimished
Golden is the light
When a poet can write
Words of so havenly
Light

Marge Tindal
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9 posted 2006-08-27 08:26 AM



Thank you all so much~
This write is my heart~
*Huglets*
~*Marge*~

~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~
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10 posted 2006-08-27 12:40 PM


Blessings counted. Uplifting. Sitting here in silence, it is so easy to fall back into the mourning, and then this. So, as you have inspired, I shall count those blessings of my own. Thank you for empowering me to meet another day.

Sandra

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11 posted 2006-08-27 08:07 PM



and your heart is so
beautiful Marge...

love this work

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12 posted 2006-08-27 08:15 PM


Undoubtedly, no greener meadow than your very own.  Happiness shared.  Thanks Marge.
TD

Marge Tindal
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13 posted 2006-08-28 07:25 AM


FriendsOfMyMaking~
Indeed I count each of you among my blessings~

Humble appreciation from this lady for the kindness of your thoughts on this piece~

*Huglets*
~*Marge*~

~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~
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14 posted 2006-08-28 09:52 AM


Oh Marge this is so beautiful. It's filled with you my friend.
Love ya,
Betty

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15 posted 2006-08-28 12:42 PM


How grand!
Just think what you have to look forward to since this earthly life is so "heavenly" for you!
God bless and keep you in the land of Tindal...

Fool, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write.

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16 posted 2006-08-29 09:49 PM


This gave me shivers Marge, it is simply put, so very very lovely.  Hugs.  Just beautiful hon.  As Kari said,  A
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17 posted 2006-08-30 01:59 PM


You show so beautifully the grace of gratitude. *S* Lovely!!!
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18 posted 2006-08-30 03:13 PM


Margie, you look away from the familiar in spiritual confidence, a conscious oneness with great soul esteem...Margie, your encouragement gathers perspective, on all challenges in life, referencing healing hands and highlights coaching spiritual devotion.  Its like a coping skill becomes natural...relaxed, refined.  

Excellent poem!

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19 posted 2006-08-30 03:28 PM


Marge, this is just so beautiful. You, my friend, are an Angel In Disguise.
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20 posted 2006-08-30 09:56 PM


Angel, coming for me and a night way of putting it
Marge Tindal
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21 posted 2006-09-03 01:19 PM



Today, I lay thankful grace at His feet for letting me stay in the here and now of love~

I so appreciate each of you and your thoughtful replies to this little ink-pour~

*HUGLETS*
~*Marge*~

~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~
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Marge Tindal
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22 posted 2008-05-23 11:16 AM


Had someone help me find this .,.,., I hAd A  morningt talk withh my God, the Lord of my kinowing ...... while I appreciate the invited, I'm not going, I havfe too much lovfing and living yet to do.
Fighting ewith all i have to fight with *heart:]

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:HUGLETS:
Marge

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23 posted 2008-05-23 01:25 PM


Love you, Marge/sis!  
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24 posted 2008-05-23 02:34 PM


You just keep on fighting dear Marge.
We're all praying for you.

Love ya gal~Nancy  

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25 posted 2008-05-23 07:31 PM


Dear Marge, this is so beautiful, thank you for bringing it back.
God listens and the Angels provide ...

May you be fine!

Love and hugs.
Margherita


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