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You're Not The One...........
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You're Not The One........... |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA 
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In this world where the frantic pace Can drive someone insane, Where fears can turn us into dust, You're not one to complain. You're not the type to criticize. You're not the kind to take Advantage of another When he's made some small mistake. You're not the one to wear a frown When things don't work out right. You're not the one to go to sleep Without a hug goodnight. You're not the one to shy away When friendship comes to call. When troubles make your shoulders ache, You're not the one to fall. You're not the one to whimper at The end of your long day. You're not the one to fail to bow In silence as you pray. You are admired by many for The qualities you've got. The world loves you for what you are, But I - for what you're not. |
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Crystal Member
since 1999-07-24
Posts 62Hazel Park Mi U.S.A. |
The person who you feel this for must be really special! I haven't read one of your poems that I didn't like. True poet you are! |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Thank you, Crystal. That means a lot. |
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blueloon Member
since 1999-07-07
Posts 161NY |
In the end it always comes down to the little things doesn't it? You are truely an inspiration....I love catching a new post by you!! blueloon |
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grandiloquent Member
since 1999-07-08
Posts 104Midwest America |
This sounds wonderfully familiar; how perfectly you've described what I was afraid to attempt. We seem to be two very lucky people  I will definitely show this to my honey. Thank you, Balladeer. |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
blueloon, I thank you. grandiloquent, I've read your work. It's inconceivable to imagine you afraid to attempt anything. Your words are well appreciated. |
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Alwye
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Member Elite
since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
Ah, the kind of person we all strive to be, I think. Wonderfully done, Balladeer, as always.  ------------------ *Krista Knutson* "Your kiss upon my face feels like a brush with grace, baby thats all it takes to take me higher..." SHeDaisy |
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Princess Lily Member
since 1999-07-13
Posts 149USA |
This is oh so true my dear Balladeer.Too many times people do not see ALL of people they care for.I love it ------------------ We see only what we want to see~unless perhaps~we believe *A rose is a rose it withers and dies...so long as you keep it the memories stay alive* |
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azblond Senior Member
since 1999-07-01
Posts 637The Steamy Desert |
Oh Balladeer...your words are music to anyones soul. I love what I read, and this is sure to make that someone specials every day. I could never put into words what you said...Well Done, and I loved it all! ------------------ For sometimes when the Darkness falls, we must surrender, take what is ours, and give what we can, and always remember love is somewhere waiting... |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Beautiful tribute! How you do this is beyond me! Every poem hits the mark! You are amazing, my friend.  |
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Cinderella Member
since 1999-06-23
Posts 152Arizona |
What a wonderful compliment to that very special person Balladeer! |
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RainbowGirl Member Elite
since 1999-07-31
Posts 3023United Kingdom |
*sigh* Oh my! HUGS ------------------ You give but little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give of yourself that you truly give. [This message has been edited by RainbowGirl (edited 08-03-99).] |
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angel girl Member
since 1999-07-23
Posts 322within a whisper... |
balladeer, you are truly amazing! i don't know how you write so well. you have a way with words and everything you write is enjoyable. ------------------ The world is in your hands; it is what you make of it. keep on chuggin' |
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MissNTrope Junior Member
since 1999-07-29
Posts 43 |
I'm Knot..... |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Once more Balladeer.....absolutely beautiful. The person you speak these words about is most lucky! ------------------ "Nobody has measured, not even poets, how much the heart can hold" ~Zelda Fitzgerald |
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Sally S. Senior Member
since 1999-06-07
Posts 847Ohio |
Beautiful. ~Sigh~ This poem may drive me to pout... True love should not be missed...it's very evident here. ...Time for tea... |
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Andrew Scott Member Elite
since 1999-06-24
Posts 2558Redlands,CA,USA |
It is the inner qualities that mark us true. I bow to you and yours Sir Balladeer. |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
I hope I am able in some way to convey to you all what your kind words mean to me. Thank you. |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
'Deer I'm not the one to stand up now, And say "Thank you" for these lines. I'm not the one to admit, How well that I'm described. I'm not the one to be abashed At the way you've praised me here. I'm not the one to say out loud, Thank you, Balladeer. I'm not the one to..... What's that??? That poem WASN'T about me???? harumphhh.... and I thought I was special!!! [This message has been edited by LngJhnAg (edited 08-03-99).] [This message has been edited by LngJhnAg (edited 08-03-99).] |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
hehe.....take it from me, Long John, you ARE!!! |
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redwriter1 Member
since 1999-07-22
Posts 480Franklin, TN |
dang!! I wish I would have thought of that one..!!.... |
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Kelly Member
since 1999-07-03
Posts 145 |
Another one of my favorites. |
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Terri Member
since 1999-08-08
Posts 82Turtle Creek, PA |
That's it...it's official...I'm in love : ) |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Balladeer, what can I say that hasn't been said already without sounding repetative? Your work is wonderful! I enjoy reading everything you put out for us. Thank you! |
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Elizabeth
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Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
Wow, what a sweet poem! 'Tis a lucky person that will receive it. ------------------ *Elizabeth* "Dwelt a maid belov'd and cherish'd by high and low, But with autumn leaf she perish'd, long time ago..." |
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Pepper Member Elite
since 1999-08-19
Posts 3079Southern Florida |
I agree with all above.....you are absolutely the "MASTER" |
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snow in summer Member
since 1999-08-28
Posts 67 |
most poems extoll a person's virtures... clever to turn this around and praise the absence of negatives.... it's an effective way to remind us of how we should live each day. |
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Talon Junior Member
since 1999-08-25
Posts 33Los Angeles |
Very inspirational Balladeer and definitely clever with the double negation. I like your viewpoint and, of course, great rythm and rhyme. Well done! |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Fabulous! I think there is a lesson here for most of us!! What a truly inspiring piece! Thank you for sharing it! |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
and yet another |
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