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Good Day---Good Bye---Good luck
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Good Day---Good Bye---Good luck |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria 
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Good Day Good Bye Good Luck It’s about three years ago when my good friend Rick told me about PIP, I knew it wasn’t just idle rhetoric He said you will really like it there, you’ll meet a lot of friends Many folk who love to write & whose friendship they’ll extend. I thought about it for a week or two & to join up I decided The friends I’ve made, the pleasure received by all of you provided But there comes a time in each ones life one has to say goodbye My health is on a slide down-hill, a disappointing fact I can’t deny. So to Mike,Ron Linda, Tracey, Ruth, Margherita, Bill, Ida and Yann Toe-rag, Alison, Bobby, James, Lamar, Earl, & Richy and Stan Karilea, Kacy, Dixie, Eldest, Easy, Helen, Classy Lassie & Sharon Tim, Maureen, Jimmy, Vandana & two with the name of Karen . There’s been many others too who have been kind to make comment I can’t remember all their names but they sent reply’s quite eloquent So to each & every one of you kind folks I say thanks with all my heart For so many times you’ve made my day in giving me a happy start. My memory and concentration has always been my special attribute But now I find that my concentration is gravely in dispute The pleasure and enjoyment that I have had in writing verse I’m afraid is waning sadly and my memory is getting worse.. So while I’m still capable I thought I’d better say goodbye To all my kind and generous friends my sincerest thanks apply I have heard it said that all good things finally come to an end So I sign off a happy man in knowing I leave behind good friends. Lindsay P Wilson |
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Alison 
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Mr. Lindsay P. Wilson, I am moved beyond words by your poem and find myself wishing upon a star I can't see (midnight sun, you know) that you will find the ability to pop in now and then and share your smile. You have made an incredible impact upon me - not only as a poet, but as a man and friend. When I come to PiP and see your name, I smile. I will always smile when I think of you. May that road always rise up to meet you and may the wind be always at your back. You will be missed each day that you are not here. With love and respect, Alison |
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Eldest Member
since 2010-06-15
Posts 177Alabama |
A beautiful goodbye from a gifted man. I had just begun to know you. |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Lindsay, Our friend, on the days you feel more sprite should be the days you attempt to write for filling your mind with stories so kind will help you to rest, and unwind. You've been a dear, kind man with a gift for all to share, and it has been our pleasure to welcome you and know that we all have a friend in common, our dear Rick. So you take care and perhaps pop in now and then to read, for poetry never ever leaves one's soul. Great warm hugs, Sunshine / Karilea |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
This is extremely sad news, Lindsay. You have always been a very special person and friend in my book and I will miss not seeing you here. Just take care of yourself. Get your health in order and do your best to fight and overcome your problems. Hopefully, we may see you here once more. Best wishes from your very close friend... [This message has been edited by Balladeer (07-23-2010 03:19 PM).] |
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Lamar Cole Member
since 2009-05-01
Posts 274 |
You will be missed. I have really enjoyed reading your poetry. |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
Though my replies have been sparse, I’ve read most everything I’ve seen you post, and many’s the time I’ve wished I could sit somewhere and we’d have a beer or two. Me, I’d mostly listen, because that’s what I do best, and you, you have so many stories, why would I want to speak. Going to miss you around the pages, my friend, but my thoughts will always be full of you. I wish you only goodness j. |
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Zeigeist Member
since 2009-12-09
Posts 311Michigan |
I will miss your clever poetry and kind words of wisdom. Be happy my friend.... Zeigeist/Yoin.... Tim Wallen |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Dear Alison, Eldest, Karilea, Balladeer, Lamar, Jimmy and Tim, I love you all. Just to say thanks seems rather inadequate as those very flattering remarks I'm sure I don't fully deserve, but you all have brightened my day and I say with the greatest sincerity, thank you thank you thank you. Take care dear friends. May the sun shine upon you always. Lindsay |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
Dear Lindsay. I am saddened by your news and do hope your health will take a turn for the better and that we will see you here again. Your posts always brought a smile to my face when I needed it and I thank you for that. You will indeed be sadly missed on these blue pages but please know that you have my very best wishes for the future. Love Helen |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Lindsay old mate, you have given so much here my friend and have made many friends as I have, I am lucky to know you personally and will keep in touch via phone, email and in person; no challenge is too large for you Lindsay, you have a heart of gold and a passion for life that we all love. I wish you well mate and all good times ahead; by the way, I reckon you'll be back  Sincerely Rick |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
<< Be kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight......... |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Lindsay, your poems and responses are always so uplifting. I know somewhat what you mean about health, memory etc and the time and energy/effort it takes to be on here even when the time is available. Just take care of you and your family and join us when you can. It has been/and is wonderful getting to know you from across the world. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers hoping you will stay with us forever~~ love and hugs Maureen |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
Stopped in to wish you well Lindsey. All good wishes your way |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Dear Helen, Rick, Roniece, Maureen and Kathleen, I feel so very sad in having to say goodbye,but I am on over thirty tablets and capsules a day and they affect my memory and it takes me so long to write anything. You have all been wonderful generous friends and I wish you all, every thing that u wish for yourselves. May God bless you and watch over you and bring you nothing but happiness Love to you dear friends and take care. Lindsay |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Dear Lindsay, I am so very sad that I will not be able to find you here at PIP and enjoy your talent, kindness and wonderful sense of humor. The site won't be the same without you. I am so sorry to hear about your health issues. Please take care and know how much you mean to us here at PIP. Thank you for your encouragement and just for being you. I hope you will be able to pop in now and again. Love and Best Wishes, Ida |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Hope your health improves...I have always enjoyed your writing...what stands out is the softness and sincerity of your heart...James |
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Alison
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
I am just back to send one more hug your way (accessorized by a big smooch on the cheek). Love you, Lindsay.  Alison |
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Earl Brinkman Senior Member
since 2010-03-03
Posts 1183Osaka, Japan |
I have always looked forward to your posts. Thank you for sharing your poems with me. They were always good for a good laugh after a hard day at work. ---- You do have a large library so I will take a peek. You will remain with us. |
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WindWalker12 Member
since 2009-10-17
Posts 57 |
Hi my Friend, I know it has been to long but I just had to wish you all the best!!!!!!! You will always be one of my favorite Poets to have ever walked the face of this planet!!!!!! I will also send you healing energy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Your Friend always Sharran WindWalker |
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easy1 Senior Member
since 2010-05-22
Posts 1209Southeastern USA |
Take a wee sabbatical And be a bit piratical, Then please return to us someday Stuffed with stories, come what may! |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
Lindsay, friend... your memory is good enough to remember me and others by first name...no sweat mate, everyone's memory does them wrong sometimes somewhere...please don't leave I ask. But if you must, then I wish you fair weather and high sails. Love you buddy  |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
It's 530 in the morning and I'm crying |
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Tim Senior Member
since 1999-06-08
Posts 1794 |
A Gentleman and a poet, don't know what more you could ask for. Best wishes. [This message has been edited by Tim (08-01-2010 10:35 PM).] |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Oh Lindsay, my dear, dear friend Lindsay. This news saddens me beyond belief. I have been ill and in and out of the hospital and was unable to read my emails. Then when I could, my computer went belly up and I just now had a computer "Geek Guy" spend 5 hours fixing my 'baby'! Now I am going through a gadzillion emails that I have to respond to and that is when I found the emails that you sent to me and which consequently led me to this post. You will be sorely missed at pip. Your poetry, your kind responses, your whit and your gentlemanly charm. I'm off to send you a long over-due email! Love you, my dear Aussie Man! Linda xo |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Oh, noooo, dear Lindsay! I was away when you posted this and all this time since I came back I wondered why you never showed up. Now, thanks to Linda, who has brought this post up, I know. You have been (I don't like to use the past tense and I do hope you will peek in!) a wonderful presence here on Pip with your inspired and also often humorous poetry. To write is also a brain training, so I would like you to continue. Meanwhile I send you all my love and appreciation, as well as a big dose of healing energy and blessings your way. Thank you for this poignant poem. Love and hugs. Margherita |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Dear Lindsay you are kindness and goodness (of the very best kind) itself and you have touched so very many of us, as is obvious by the many, many replies to your poems, including this one. Tears are flowing down my cheeks at the thought that you won't be brightening the days and evenings of Pipsters, nor have Pipsters adding to the happiness of the smiles you always seem to have, but mostly because you are not feeling well. Your poetry has been uplifting, inspiring and often chuckle-inducing and this space your absence will create is going to be hard for all of us to handle. I cannot get into Pip very often, but we have replied to each other’s poetry on many an occasion and to know that you aren’t going to be here any more, is rough. I will be thinking of you and praying for you – there is always space on my prayer list. You rest and take it easy, and if you stop writing, at least keep reading poetry – even if not ours, poetry from books, from print-outs, but especially read your own (you will then get to see why we all enjoyed it so much and liked you so much!) as poetry feeds the soul, brightens the day and is a guiding star in the darkest night, and even just thinking poetic thoughts and seeing things with the eye of a poet can lift the spirit to heights which those without poetry in their souls, sadly cannot know. That is something that I keep telling the children at St Monica’s Home where I have a poetry club meeting twice a month. Thank you so very, very much for being part of my happy association with Pip, and may you carry with you at all times, the collective love and care and concern of all Pipsters. Owl |
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