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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
May I remember I’m less than the sand; There, maps are made where bare feet stand, and Castles dream their way to land. I am no greater than the sand. I am less than the grass, Its spring, its bounce, The vital nourishment Provided by insect house. Without want or greed, Grain shares its seed, Unknowing, or caring of legacy. The water droplets are greater than I, How they sparkle the grass, Put the shine on the pine; With soap and some suds, A shower divine. The tear, a cleanser, a drop that won’t last Water to clean out the dust from the past; It, too, is greater than I. Proof of life, hidden in cry. Am I not greater than any thing, The bug, the wind, the sun, the sting? I proclaim, “I am indeed!” I’m less than He and more than me in reflection through the drop. I am greater than myself when like grass I bend and give, More than myself, when in humility, Yet, in strength I try to live. No less am I than the treasure on the sand I should seek, Promised by the rainbow, If only I believe. [This message has been edited by miscellanea (02-08-2008 08:46 PM).] |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Oh, dear Misc, this is a gem. I love your poetic reflections. I am in a hurry, but will save it to read it and savor it again. love Margherita  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Misce, I do believe that this is my favourite of your poetry that I have heretofore read ~ and that is saying a mouthful, m'dear!   I absolutely adore this divinely sweet poem of grace-filled writing! "I’m less than He and more than me in reflection through the drop." ~ Indeed, ye BE! Love & God's Light, Linda  |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Lovely poem, Missellanea. Ida |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
Very Lovely ARCTIC WIND |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Margherita, I'm glad you enjoyed it. When I wrote it, I was bitter about being the lowest one on the hierachial scale, seemingly unappreciated. It kept bugging me until I began to write. Then I realized, I have the choice of how I perceive others, myself, and the situation. This, I would not have realized so quickly if it were not the gift we have in writing. I cannot thank Ron enough for giving us a place to write and think things through. NOW, I feel re-generated and have no problems! All through the medicine of the written word. Thanks, Margherita and Ron, if you happen to read this! Oh, and to our wonderful moderators, as well. You are very much appreciated! misce' |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Earth Angel, "YOU SO KIND and SWEET!" I am humbled that such a fine an inspirational poetess as yourself would keep this in your library. You surely know how I treasure all of your poetry and the warmth you express to everyone! Hugs and health to you, Earth Angel! luv ya! misce' |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Ida, Thank you for your kindness. I am glad that it you found it enjoyable. Misselanea |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Artic Wind, By the way, Artic Wind, I love both spellings of your name! (This is my particular preference because you are so creative and artsy in your thoughts and creation of poetry and its presentation.) Thanks for your kind response. Have a super weekend! misce' |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
 I am so happy when you touch ground here ... I am grateful too for this very special place!This deserves another round. love and hugs Margherita |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
misc, your exceptionally kind response to my reply added some pink to my cheeks and warmed my  Thank you! Linda |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Mzscellanea~  I like the all of this ... erasing a negative through our writing is a good, good thing~ *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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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Margherita, It IS good to touch ground here. Yes, a "grounding place"! Margherita, thank you for the warm welcome back. It seems I am inundated with work and can only sneak a moment now and then. I had thought I had been forgotten... Thank you, Dear Lady, for taking time again to think of me and reflect upon my words. You're all very special to me regardless my ability to touch base often. It's good to hear from you again. hugs, cathy |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Linda, I picture you with already beautiful rosie cheeks and twinkling eyes. Thank you, dear friend, for being you. hugs, cathy |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
miscellanea encourages Constructive Critiques: "I am not a one hundred percenter; I just don't have the attention span to maintain a particular style or writing technique, nor do I have time to study writing. I admire those who do, but it is not my ambition to become a noted writer. I write because I can erase. I can erase because I write. Go easy on me... Thanks! " Marge, I copied my critique message to show you how well you've got me figured out... You hit the nail right on the head! Yes, writing is a powerful tool to change the perspective of one's world around. Thanks, Marge, for taking the time to comment. cathy |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
oh misce' it's been forever since I have been here and then I find this jewel I think it is my favorite too "I am greater than myself when like grass I bend and give, More than myself, when in humility, Yet, in strength I try to live." |
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effjayel Senior Member
since 2007-09-30
Posts 1474At the Crossroads of Infinity |
Miscellanea You set the bar way too high with this one, I coud not even hope to come anywhere near this. Such a powerful impact, I look forward to reading more of your work.excellent. John |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
"No less am I than the treasure on the sand I should seek, Promised by the rainbow, If only I believe." so very true, Cathy |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
M- Thanks, I love Being Creative! You have a super WEEK too! ARCTIC WIND |
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TinaTrivett Senior Member
since 2006-07-15
Posts 569 |
miscellanea, I enjoyed this so much. I think it is one of my all time favorites here at pip. Very well done. The first 4 lines are amazing. |
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simon Member
since 2008-01-14
Posts 440London, England |
This is beautiful & so well done. Really enjoyed it! |
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insect Senior Member
since 2000-04-22
Posts 1014 |
Very beautiful!  |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
The Lady, It is fortitutious that we meet again then, because I've been away for a while, too! It was a real treat for me, as well, when I read your name! I hope everything is going well for you. Thanks for stopping by... miscellanea |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
effjayel, You are generously kind in your words, John! I just glad that you enjoyed it. Thanks for taking the time to respond. miscellanea |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
nakdthought, It is good to hear from you again. I hope all is going well with you. I often wonder if you are teaching/subbing. I hope so. miscellanea |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Arctic Wind, I can tell you enjoy being creative. It suits you well! You have a super week, too! miscellanea |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Tina, Those were my favorite lines, too. I'm glad you've enjoyed the poem. It's one of my favorites of the ones I've written. I appreciate your flattering comment. miscellanea |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Thank you for your kindness, simon. Have a super week! miscellanea |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
insect, Thank you for you positive response, insect. I'm glad you enjoyed the poem. Have a terrific week. miscellanea |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
Awesome write! |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Still subbing Cathy...although off today due to the primaries in MD... come March will be long term Reading teacher until the end of the school year. Still trying to decide about full time since I don't agree with the way discipline is in all schools and do not want to spend the rest of my life feeling in danger. M |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Miscellanea...I like you have found another completely new world thru Passions. The friends I have made here will last me a lifetime. I never thought that I would ever write poetry. Growing up in fact I hated school except for playing sports and meeting girls LOL. I can only say that the night I stumbled onto this site was a life changing experience for me. Thanks so much for sharing your feelings with me and for allowing all of us to be a part of your poetic life...Paul ~~To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you~~ |
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Alison
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Such beauty makes me believe. I have read and reread and will read again - beautiful, dear poet. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
MisC....you know what I think about this one....your best! Daddy would have loved this one as I do. Luv ya......jo |
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Kristabell Senior Member
since 2003-11-29
Posts 678Portland, OR |
Awesome! So true! This warms me. Thank you. K |
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