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The Weaver© |
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Genea Member
since 1999-06-15
Posts 321USA |
The Weaver© 1999 by Genea Parker The other boys laughed when he walked kinda slow. They stole his sandals and tore at his clothes. They made him the butt of all of their pranks. Yet he prayed for them, each night giving thanks. He spent most of his time, alone by the sea - The lonely little boy who just loved to weave. He weaved strong baskets of all shapes and sizes For carrying heavy loads or fishing trip prizes. Carefully choosing the best reeds to use Soaking them all day to make colorful hues. He hid all he made so the others would not see They teased him about weaving, sitting alone by the sea. One sunny day as a crowd gathered round, He walked over to see what all the fuss was about. A man came to ask him to help out if he would His baskets were needed to hold extra food. He gladly brought baskets, so proud of his work The boys who had teased him stood there and smirked. They would have been humbled if they’d only known, His baskets held extra fishes and loaves. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ------------------ Thanks for taking the time to read. Comments welcome! :-) |
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Gilian New Member
since 1999-06-19
Posts 8 |
I like this alot. It makes me want to go to church now for inspiration. |
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Genea Member
since 1999-06-15
Posts 321USA |
Gilian, Thanks for the comment! ~Genea |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
This one has a great message... I expected a twist, but not the one you gave us.. nice job..  |
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Wolfgang Member
since 1999-05-24
Posts 124Hamilton, Ont. Canada |
I like the poem and the message too. A great ending. |
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Raven Member
since 1999-06-14
Posts 67Hopewell Jct, New York, USA |
I thought this poem was so sad, it gave me a feeling of guilt deep within when I think of the people I have tormented in the past, people I did not even know. I wish I could say sorry to each and every one of them, but somehow I know they would never accept. ------------------ "They sing the stories of the present, of people trapped in a shadow world" ~Charlotte Seley~ |
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Genea Member
since 1999-06-15
Posts 321USA |
Nan, Now you have me curious....what twist at the end did u expect? :-) Wolf, I did not intend a "message" but it seems that i have unintentionally put one in! Raven, i would hope there are some who want to apologize to u as well. Thanks for the comments everyone. ~Genea |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
nothing soothes the soul more than a morale in a lovely story ------------------ one night at the airport...Childhood Memories...eight short weeks...your countenance...just watching tv...hoarse whispers...My One and Only...Tribute to M.J....Feel the need?...serving wench...the mistress...stolen hours...devotion...Master...apart |
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Starfish Junior Member
since 1999-07-20
Posts 34New Zealand |
I love it! |
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Lost Dreamer Member Elite
since 1999-06-20
Posts 2464Somewhere near the Rainbow |
Excellent, and heart warming. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Let me not be the last to say "beautiful job, well done." ------------------ Sunshine Words will always express our feelings true. ~~~ KRJ Look, then, into thine heart, and write ~~~ Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
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Saxoness
since 1999-07-18
Posts 1102Texas |
Truly inspiring, I really loved it. ------------------ "Glory remains unaware of my neglected dwelling where alone I sing my tearful song which has charms only for me." -Charles Brugnot |
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Genea Member
since 1999-06-15
Posts 321USA |
Thank u very much for all your comments....glad it touches so many folks. ~Genea |
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Alwye
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Member Elite
since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
Very inspiring, great work! ------------------ *Krista Knutson* "If I could be an angel, I'd make your every wish come true. But I am only human, just a woman lovin' you..." Trisha Yearwood |
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