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Earth Angel
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Realms of Light

0 posted 2009-04-01 09:41 AM



Artist: Chiu

Land of Love and Light
by Linda L. Dowd

Silvery beams of moonlight,
Slid down from starry skies.
They slipped between the shutters,
And kissed my sleeping eyes.

As I lie still in silence,
I dreamt of faery realms.
Tiny folk trilled merry songs,
And danced ‘round ancient elms.

Unicorns were fleet of foot.
Rose garlands hung from manes.
Clouds were cotton candy,
And gumdrops lined the lanes.

Houses made of gingerbread,
Were lit by fire flies.
Lakes were green, and grass was blue,
White dragons streaked pink skies.

Castles glowed with crystal light.
The flowers bloomed forever.
Colors never seen before,
~ Graced realm of balmy weather.

Zephyr winds blew soft and warm.
The stars shone every night.
Lilacs wafted in the air,
In this land of love and light.

Birds were happy all the time.
They chirped and sang all day.
Life was nice and easy,
And all would sing and play.

Silvery beams of moonlight,
Slid down from starry skies.
They slipped between the shutters,
And kissed my sleeping eyes.

.

© Copyright 2009 Linda L. Dowd - All Rights Reserved
Dark Star
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1 posted 2009-04-01 09:54 AM


how lovely
angellea
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2 posted 2009-04-01 01:51 PM


Such a vivid imagination. You describe this place so beautifully-I want to be there.
Robert E. Jordan
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3 posted 2009-04-01 01:58 PM


Yo Linda,

Be careful of that dragon, he's mean.  He'll set your white dress on fire.

This poem works well.

Love Bobby

SEA
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4 posted 2009-04-01 02:20 PM


"Zephyr winds blew soft and warm.
The stars shone every night.
Lilacs wafted in the air,
In this land of love and light."

beautiful!
this makes me smile big

LindsayP
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5 posted 2009-04-01 08:51 PM



Silvery beams of moonlight,
Slid down from starry skies.
They slipped between the shutters,
And kissed my sleeping eyes.

Dear Linda that is another enchanting poem
from the master with the pen. But you

never told us you had a Unicorn and a very nice one as well. I loved it and you.

Lindsay

critical mass
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6 posted 2009-04-01 10:14 PM


Earth Angel

Like the way you carried the voice throughout this. Nice read.

Chalmette Guy
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7 posted 2009-04-02 08:44 AM


You always capture the fairy world imagination so vividly.
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8 posted 2009-04-02 09:19 AM


This is absolutely lovely, angelic one. *S* You let us step into another world... and I don't want to leave.  *S*
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9 posted 2009-04-02 06:56 PM


quote:
Silvery beams of moonlight,
Slid down from starry skies.
They slipped between the shutters,
And kissed my sleeping eyes.



This is so totally serene. I want to linger in your scenery here ...


So very beautiful, my dear Angelo Terrestre!

Love and hugs.
Margherita

ken206573
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10 posted 2009-04-02 07:30 PM


i liked your poem very much. It gave me peace of mind, and a new vaction spot. If only i had a map.... and a car


Eloise
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11 posted 2009-04-02 08:21 PM


Standing and applauding!  I loved this enchanted piece especially the first and last stanza.   Thank you for sharing.
Eloise

Bill Charles
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12 posted 2009-04-02 11:51 PM


Linda - you must read some of your writings to me. They are so soft to read. My, my, just lovely...

BC

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13 posted 2009-04-03 03:20 AM


I loved this Linda. I've always had a soft spot for fantasy, wouldn't it be great if the holy paladin really could end all evil? Or the wise old mage truly held all the answers?

And I have to say that the graphic is stunning as well.

In these lonely halls no moon will weep, no sun will shine.
In these narrow rooms no tears are seen, no laughter heard!

Earth Angel
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14 posted 2009-04-03 11:30 AM


Dark Star ~

Three Smiley faces, put three smiles on my face!  ~ Hmm, I best not look in a mirror!

Thank you! ~ and have a great day!


EA

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15 posted 2009-04-04 10:27 PM


Very beautiful, Linda!
Artic Wind
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16 posted 2009-04-05 11:15 AM


This is for sure going into my treasure chest of poetic gems! Click


ARCTIC WIND

vandana
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17 posted 2009-04-05 05:30 PM


nice read
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18 posted 2009-04-05 05:39 PM


Ah, what a beautiful peaceful dreamland you have described. I notice some standards woven in there and that's so nice.

Wonderful work!

Eric

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19 posted 2009-04-05 09:29 PM


aww, I would like to go on a vacation here.  A very long vacation.  Very pretty words!

~*Krista Botterill*~

"Creating yourself is a spiritual act." ~ Susan Vreeland

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20 posted 2009-04-06 02:42 AM


  
Dear Earth Angel, you must indeed be an Angel of Heaven as well, What a beautiful way to fall asleep.


Love this.


Billie C.

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21 posted 2009-04-06 04:05 AM


I love the world you live in, Linda
                                Ida

Susan Caldwell
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22 posted 2009-04-06 10:25 AM


Linda, could you please send a dream my way?  I like yours much better.

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

Mark Bohannan
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23 posted 2009-04-06 02:58 PM


Nice imagery and I especially liked the white dragons streaking the sky.  It was a joy to read.
Earth Angel
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24 posted 2009-04-12 09:51 AM


angellea ~

One of the wonderful things about having a vivid imagination, is the ability to be whatever you want to be ~ and to go wherever you want to go, in the blink of an eye!

Close your eyes and count to three ~ and I'll meet you there!


EA

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25 posted 2009-04-12 09:53 AM


R.E.J. ~

I consider myself duly warned about the white dragon! Thank you, Bobby!


Linda

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26 posted 2009-04-12 09:55 AM


SEA ~

I like to see you smile! ~ Your smile makes me "smile big", as well!


EA

Klassy Lassy
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27 posted 2009-04-12 09:26 PM


Such idyllic dreaming! A fantasy to capture every child at heart.   And no frogs to kiss or break the heroine's heart!   Sweet rites of passage, too, all those gumdrop lanes, cotton candy clouds and heavenly colors.     

What a vibrant imagination!

Earth Angel
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28 posted 2009-04-18 02:11 PM


Lindsay ~

Oh, I thought you already knew of my unicorn! He is gentle and fleet of foot and he carries me to the most glorious and enchanting lands.

Love you 2, Aussie Man!

Linda Lou

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29 posted 2009-04-18 02:46 PM


critical mass ~

It was a pleasure to write this poem. I put myself there in that enchanting world and my voice could hold the note to the end! lol

Thank you!


EA

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30 posted 2009-04-18 02:49 PM


Chalmette Guy ~

When I was in Grade 8 I won an award for an story I wrote, entitled, "I'm the Queen of Fairies".

I've been in love with the fairy realms for all of my life!

Love & Light,

Lindy Lou the Fairy

Earth Angel
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31 posted 2009-04-18 02:53 PM


Suthern One ~

The next time I visit that enchanting land, would you like to saddle up with me on my Unicorn and head into a world that is beautiful beyond one's imagination?

Love & Fairy Light,

Linda

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32 posted 2009-04-18 02:56 PM


Maga Margherita ~

Oh, my dear Dolphina! I have been missing your sweet presence at pip, as of late!

Thank you for your de-Light-ful response to my post! I know you know of this sublime place!

Meet me there in but a blink of an eye!

Love & Light,

2

Linda Lou

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33 posted 2009-04-18 02:59 PM


ken ~

Your wish is my command! There is no need for you to have a map and a car! I will take you there! You can either ride on my unicorn or hop aboard my Angel Air Express ~ powered by my feathered wings!

Sending a hug from the Land of Love & Light,

EA

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34 posted 2009-04-18 03:02 PM


Eloise ~

As Elvis used to say, "Thank ya! Thank ya very much!"

I appreciate that standing ovation! Leos love an enthusiastic audience! lol

Remember, the Land of Love & Light is but a blink away!


EA

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35 posted 2009-04-18 03:07 PM


BC ~

One of my favourite things to do, is to recite my poetry at Open Mic nights. But to read my poems to you, would be an honour. Thank you for the compliment.

Might I also add, that it would be wonderful to hear you read your poems to me as well ~ with the accompaniment of your guitar.

May you dream sweetly of this land sublime.


Linda

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36 posted 2009-04-18 03:11 PM


Suncleaver ~

Yes, Luke, it would be wonderful if Good always won over Evil (Which I believe it eventually does) and that the wise old Mage had all the answers!

Love, Light, & Fairy Magic,

Linda



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37 posted 2009-04-18 03:14 PM


Oklahoma's Sweetest Rose ~

A "beautiful" from someone who writes so beautifully, is truly a beautiful thing.

May your life be a reflection of the Land of Love & Light!

Linda

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38 posted 2009-04-18 03:19 PM


ARCTIC ~

When a poem of mine is deemed a , I am very gratified as a writer.

With gratitude, I thank you!

In return, I would like to take you to this glorious Land of Love & Light. ~ But somehow, I believe you know where it is and go there quite often!

Perhaps we could meet there and share a cup of morning dew by the waterfalls?

Love & Fairy Light,

EA

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39 posted 2009-04-18 03:20 PM


vandana ~

I'm always pleased when you stop by for a read!


Linda

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40 posted 2009-04-18 03:24 PM


E T Home ~

Eric, that place is my home away from home! That is where I slip off to when I need some R & R!!! lol

Love, Light, Tranquility & Fairy Magic,

Linda

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41 posted 2009-04-18 03:26 PM


Alwye ~

My goodness, Girl!!! It's been ages! What a pleasant surprise to hear from you!

Yes, you deserve a loooong vacation! I'm waving my magic fairy wand ~ Swish swish ~ so mote it be! Enjoy!

Love & Light ~ a big welcome-back hug,

Linda

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42 posted 2009-04-18 03:29 PM


Billie ~

Pssst, pssst, can you keep a secret? ~ I'm not a real angel. I'm just a pretend one ~ but I AM a fairy!

Thank you for your sweet response!

With love and fairy magic,

Linda

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43 posted 2009-04-18 03:31 PM


Marchmadness ~

My dear Ida Belle, you are most welcome to come to my world any time! I would treat you like a fairy queen!


Linda

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44 posted 2009-04-18 03:34 PM


Susan ~

When you slip beneath the sheets at night, picture this enchanting world and click your heels three times (like Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz)and you will be transported there.

I will keep a look out for you!

Love & Enchanting Light,

Linda

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45 posted 2009-04-18 03:37 PM


Mark ~

Thank you, Tiger Man! I'm pleased that you enjoyed peeking into this magical land!
~ where all dreams come true!

Love & Light,

Linda



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46 posted 2009-04-18 04:52 PM


such a lyrical, magical quality to this (pic is perfect, too)

...and besides, you speak my language with phrases like this:

"gumdrops lined the lanes"

...forget the imagery...bring on the candy!

Earth Angel
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47 posted 2009-04-18 05:12 PM


Steaven ~

Bring a big basket ~ or two! ~ when you come visit this land o' plenty! Fill them to the brim with gumdrops and every other kind of tasty candy treats that you can dream of!

This truly is a magical land of manifestation!

Love 'n Candyland dreams!

Linda



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