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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana 
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Leaning I am much tougher than I look I’ve weathered many storms And though I’ve had some bloodied knees I won’t take that as norm I just rise back to shaky feet And face another fray Hoping that no one sees the tears I shed at end of day I will not be a clinging vine I’ve no doubt I’ll survive But I’ve been wanting so much more Than just being alive I must admit there are some times When strength is a stranger Times when I ache to have someone Who’ll shield me from danger Someone who cares and will calm me When nightmares give me fright A man who’ll whisper his promise He’s there, all will be right And in these moments of longing I’d go to any length To sag against a wall of love Who’s lending me his strength So will you let me lean on you Share my woes and my grief If I feel your arms around me I know I’ll find relief Just give me comfort when worries Seem much too much to face And be for me a safe harbor A peaceful resting place But if there comes a time when strong Is something you can’t be Please do not fear, my open arms Are here... just lean on me |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Absolutely beautiful, dear Ruth. Your heart sings a poignant melody of loving kindness and beauty. I think many arms would love to offer you their warm hugs to make you happy. Especially on this day, YOUR BIRTHDAY! Just posted my wishes on Announcements for you. I love this poem, which represents a tender gift to your Poet friends today. Sending all my love and big hugs. Margherita  |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
Oh boy. This is one of the absolute best poems I have read. Ever. The verses kept me enthralled and were so . . . wistful and wanting, but the ending was an I'll-keep-things-together-until-you-find-your-strength-rock. Fabulous! P.S.: Happy , happy birthday. I didn't know until I read Margherita's comments after I'd posted. ~*~ If they give you lined paper, write the other way. ~*~ |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Ruth,I hear you and I am reaching out. ((((hugs)))) jo |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
“Lean on me when you’re not strong, I’ll be your friend I help you carry on…” Had me singing that song in my heart! What an adoringly beautiful poem; it makes a lot of songs come to mind. “Just give me comfort when worries Seem much too much to face And be for me a safe harbor A peaceful resting place”  Love your poem and especially this verse. Enjoyed. JL  Love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul,and with all your mind. Love your neighbor as yourself. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Margherita: You are far too kind to me, sweet lady... but I'm relishing every bit of it. *S* Thank you!! Jerry: WOW... You just gave me such a wonderful word bouquet I'm speechless! Thank you so much!!! *S* Jo: Hugs are always appreciated... thank you! *S* JL: And now you have ME singing... and that's enough to make poor Bill Withers plug his ears! LOL I'm glad you enjoyed... thank you! *S* |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
LOve it! God knows every man needs that last stanza. A lot of emotion, and wisdom in these words. ...a fine mixture to find in a poem. |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
Often, you guys (meaning women) forget that men, despite all their braggadocio, muscles, and chauvinistic attitudes, are just flesh and blood, soul and heart, just like you girls. They bleed hurt and fear and loss, just like you, but there seems to be some unwritten code that says they can't show it - a code to which I don't subscribe. And if that makes me a lesser man, than a lesser man I'll always be, because if I hurt, I'm going to cry; if I'm sad, or mad or having a bad time of month, I'm darn well going to let you know, and in the end, I'm not going to batter someone I love, kill a friend, my boss, or anyone through anger and pent-up frustration - And I have a wife that understands we both have the same emotions, nerve-endings, and ability to give and take, one that has my loyalty through anything, until "death do us part" because of it. My Soul-mate, as they say. That's quite a path you cut, my friend . . . a wonderful walk you take. j. |
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Dinosr Member
since 2011-10-08
Posts 68Yavapai, Arizona |
suthern, ..Clear! is what they always say, just before the shock; the thoughts you voice are beautiful, they're solid as a rock. Happy Birthday. Karl |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
ice: Thank you so much! jwesley: The women who subscribe to the notion that men should be strong all the time, stay stoic as statues and never show any emotion except adoration at their lady's feet are probably the same ones complaining that men are SO insensitive and just don't understand women's needs. LOL I think you and your wife have it right... and you're "lucky" because you work at it. *S* Thank you!! Dinosr: Thank you so much for both comments and wishes! |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
quote: Love that stanza... I so echo that in my own soul, wanting so much more than to just merely exist from day to day. Wonderful writing, Ruth. Michael |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Michael: And I want that for you, my friend... even though that's only the tiniest sip from the abundant life you deserve! Thank you so very much! |
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