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When She Whispers
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When She Whispers |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores 
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When She Whispers ~*Marge Tindal*~  When SkyeLara whispers her wisdom-wind songs I pause and listen as her words take me along to a place from the past … ancient in time she gifts me a legend in gentlest rhyme~ She urgently begs that I must comply with just the whisper of ‘I got it’ sigh She brings me to the edge of tears in flow with the stories she tells of so long ago~ When our people begged mercy, as the tears softly flowed struggling times of so long ago~ Tribal people marched across the land trying hard to keep up with the band In the snow mounds they fell, two by two never again this worldly plain to view until their numbers were seriously deprived such a small number, still alive~ The years were hard, yet the people knew these were the hardest they’d have to go through Spirits wept along that trail they cry out still … we know full well~ There will come a day … we’ll hear them sigh as Rainbow Warriors ride the night sky Spirits will return, bringing peace to all The time is coming … yes, the time is coming listen and wait for the Cherokee call~ ~*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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A Romantic Heart Member Ascendant
since 1999-09-03
Posts 5496Forever In Your Heart |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
"There will come a day … we’ll hear them sigh as Rainbow Warriors ride the night sky Spirits will return, bringing peace to all The time is coming … yes, the time is coming listen and wait for the Cherokee call~" Indeed dear Marge~There will come a time. I'm pleased SkyeLara still whispers to you. Hugs & Love to you m'friend. |
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Bonnie j Senior Member
since 2003-06-27
Posts 1588Ohio |
Such pretty words, dear poetess, you have weaved for us. Thank you for sharing your words. Hugs BonBon  |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
"The years were hard, yet the people knew these were the hardest they’d have to go through Spirits wept along that trail they cry out still … we know full well~" we do know that dear Marge we hear them when the wind blows east and when it blows west beautiful work |
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jody5 Senior Member
since 2005-12-21
Posts 876California, U.S.A. |
Marge, Those words were weaved in such a beautiful way describing the Trail Of Tears. I love so much when you write from within. You make me speechless. Hugs Kimberly |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Marge, A delight to read.  |
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Ericc Member Elite
since 2003-01-31
Posts 4178 |
Wonderful! Eric |
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sandgrain Member Elite
since 1999-09-21
Posts 3662Sycamore, IL, USA |
Lovely! Rae |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
"There will come a day...we’ll hear them sigh as Rainbow Warriors ride the night sky Spirits will return, bringing peace to all The time is coming...yes, the time is coming listen and wait for the Cherokee call~" ....would that they be seen and heard by any of mankind as might be deserving!...... Fine 'write'!! |
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Betty Senior Member
since 2002-08-13
Posts 1159Virginia |
Beautiful! |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear Marge: This is where you really "shine" when writing about your history and that of your people!! I am impatiently waiting for your book!! Betty Lou in Australia got hers a week ago and is lording it over me! She raves about it! Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Marge, my heart is tied to this. My son and I visited Fort Sumner in NM a couple of years ago. I know that was not the Cherokee (Navajo for those who don't know) encampment, but it gave me insight of the suffering of our Native American brothers' and sisters' ancesters and made me so, so sad. Very touching poem, Marge. TY for sharing it with us.  ...jo |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Your book arrived! I have been waiting for it. Love your choice of artist, the cover is beautiful. Did not see this poem in the book. Working on a second? best to you and all you do, martyjo |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
I do love it when you write about the native Americans I am part Indian but have no clue what kind...being adopted, all I have is paperwork saying my grandmother was half-Indian |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Thank you ALL SO MUCH~ SkyeLara gifts me so eloquently ... I feel blessed to give voice to her thoughts~ BettyLou~ There are others who ordered directly from the publisher, PublishAmerica, who have not received their books in a timely fashion~ They are good at publishing ... but not so good at delivering the goods~ (They are aware of this because I have let them know on other's orders) TRY emailing them at [email protected] or you can call them with the request to follow through on your shipment~ I so appreciate the comments from all about the quality of the book ... I am pleased that it rests in so many hands~  *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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SEA
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
Marge this is so sadly beautiful...and yeah, I love having your book!!  |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Marge...Your SkyeLyra poems are always my favorites. When she whispers she does so beautifully...Paul ~~To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you~~ |
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Startime55 Member Elite
since 2003-04-05
Posts 2148Alberta, Canada |
Not only did this beautiful poem bring tears of sorrow to my heart and eyes but the last lines sent shivers up my spine...Yes...the day is coming and I for one look forward to it....ABSOLUTELY MAGNIFICENT....A STUNNING WRITE...**BIG HUGS*** |
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Eloise Senior Member
since 1999-11-27
Posts 1096Wyoming |
Marge, it's been a long time since I've been here, but nothing has changed your writing is still as beautiful and captivating as always. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
I so appeciate each caring comment on this piece of my heart~ You all make me feel so proud to be a receptor to the songs of the Ancients~ Eloise~ It is just SO GOOD to see you here sweets~ This poem isn't in my newly published book, 'Out of the Whispering Winds' ... but there are many, many more that are~ Anyone that is interested can purchase the book at www.amazon.com or at www.barnesandnoble.com or at www.booksamillion.com or just call and ask your favorite local bookstore to get it for you~ Had a book signing and sales event yesterday at the DeLand Arts and Crafts Festival ... big smiles here~  Met some WONDERFUL people and sales were brisk ! It is a wonderful year to be a poetess~ *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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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Marge...I wanna be like you help me LOL Just another note to let you know I will be getting a copy shortly. Thanks for the beautiful poetry always...Paul ~~To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you~~ |
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INclan Senior Member
since 1999-07-20
Posts 1024Indiana, USA |
Nicely done Marge but then I would expect nothing less from you. I like the new picture too! Regards, INclan |
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peppis New Member
since 2007-03-27
Posts 7Oregon |
You are a great poet, this was a joy to read. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
...Saved faster than you can say "Cherokee Call"!!! My word, venerable Willow White Feather, your quill is most assuredly guided by spirit.  Love & Native Light, EO |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
A few days ago the old song "Cherokee Nation" came over the radio. It had been a long time since I had heard that song, and it touches me as strongly as it did when I first heard it a few decades ago. It reminded me of this poem. |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
omg....Marge, you just KNEW I was going to love this one. Your Native American writes speak to me, and I so love to listen to the voices......Nicely penned.  |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I've stood in the Smokey Mountains... and cried on the Oklahoma plains... and those memories make me forever grateful you hear the whispers so we all might remember. This is beautiful, my friend. Wa do. |
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icequeen Senior Member
since 2001-12-09
Posts 633FL USA |
Oh my goodness Marge this is fabulous!! Your spirit truly shines in these poems. I've been trying for years to trace my Native American ancestors, with no luck. My maternal great-great grandfather had an unusual first name and there seems to be no record of him at all, as if he never existed. On Dad's side, they seldom talked about the past, so information is only speculative. But if ya ever need any luck o' the Irish - THAT I can give ya! LOL Love love love this poetry - and just ordered your book! Caroline |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Just wanting to pop in and thank you ALL for the warmly wonderful replies on this one~ It circles the globe, landing in the darndest of places~ I just LOVE sharing the beauty of Ancient Voices~ *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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Verbena Member
since 2005-10-17
Posts 196Australia |
Dear Marge I love this poem and I'm loving your book! Betty Lou is right! You certainly 'shine' when you pen about your ancestory! Love Verbena xo |
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MyEnchanted_Melody Senior Member
since 2001-05-30
Posts 1106across the land of dreams. In your heart, I'd always be. |
This is so breathtakingly wonderful and touching. As always Marge, you just indulge us with your great poetry. Thank you |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Speechless tears at the beauty and sadness and strength of you and your people and your words. - Owl |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Friends~ I am SO GIFTED with the all of you~ Thank you from the heart of my little bottom~ *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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