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....and how was your day?
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....and how was your day? |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA 
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10,000 people died before The setting of the sun. I'm very happy to report To all I was not one. 100,000 other souls Lost friends and family, Yet I do not know anyone Who met with tragedy. 5,000 lost possessions as Their house burned to the ground Devouring everything they owned; Yet I am safe and sound. There were 10,000 accidents, 2,000 operations. 5,000 died in wars between The Serbs and the Croatians. So many Jews and Arabs lost It all in senseless raids. At least 5,000 people were Advised that they had aids. Famine took the lives of many Children on this earth. Many women sacrificed their Lives while giving birth. 10,000 people got divorces, Other lost their jobs. Homeless people slept in streets And wore clothes fit for slobs. Youngsters suffered child abuse; There were suicides. People lived in terror at The thought of genocide. People died around the world From things that have no cures. You ask me how MY day has been? TERRIFIC! How was yours? |
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Elizabeth
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Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
**** the world... you done good, Balladeer. ------------------ *Elizabeth* "Dwelt a maid belov'd and cherish'd by high and low, But with autumn leaf she perish'd, long time ago..." "Something sweet, something sort of grandish, sweeps my soul when thou art near..." [This message has been edited by Elizabeth (edited 10-25-1999).] |
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caroline Senior Member
since 1999-08-16
Posts 1218http://members.xoom.com/belladona123/index.htm |
How insignificant my problems are...thank you for reminding me to think of this, Balladeer  Great poem, great message.------------------ "Tread softly, for I have spread my dreams under your feet"~~William Butler Yeats |
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Carolina Girl Member
since 1999-08-14
Posts 63 |
Balladeer, Thank you for this. I'm going to copy it, and tape it to my bathroom mirror, to remind me to be thankful for all the blessings I have in my life. You have a wonderful talent for taking the truths in life, and putting them beautifully into light. *Bowing down before the Master* p.s. I'm still waiting for that book! |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
I am overwhelmed, speechless and crying again. My day was fantastic. I will print this out, one for each of my kids and one for myself to hang up in work. Thank you for this wonderful piece. Now, until you write your next one, I must say this is my favorite. ------------------ Denise |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Mine was a pretty long day, thanks - but it, too, was devoid of personal disaster.... |
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Christopher
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
Wow! ANd to think I would have responded with a not so good... But on second thought, It was great as well! Thanks for the poignant reminder that it could always be worse. |
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Pepper Member Elite
since 1999-08-19
Posts 3079Southern Florida |
Counting my many blessings right now. Thank you Balladeer..... ------------------ A soul that writes from the heart and shares it, truly gives a gift extrordinaire! |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Well, I guess if we really think about it, it wasn't so bad after all! Great job, wonderful reminder of our blessings! Thanks buddy!!! |
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Skyfyre Senior Member
since 1999-08-15
Posts 1906Sitting in Michael's Lap |
You live up to your name. Thank you for this gift. --Kess ------------------ You cannot choose the way of your death, but the path you choose will determine its own end. |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Impressive....this is one I print out to hang up at work and share. Wonderfully done Balladeer and an excellent remind to us all. |
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Saxoness
since 1999-07-18
Posts 1102Texas |
this would be a great flyer for my dorm |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
"there but for the grace of God"..... wonderful poem, Balladeer...thank you for this bit of perspective packed into another of your best.......  |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Balladeer, So far so good I must admit Except for some little ----. great poem. |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Thank you, kind folks. It always helps once in a while to put things into perspective. |
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PhaerieChild Senior Member
since 1999-08-30
Posts 1787Aloha, Oregon |
Wow!! There for awhile I thought I was havin' a real crappy day. Thanks for showin' me just how wrong I was. It's time to count my blessings. ------------------ If you love me like music, I'll be your song. ~Heart~ Dreamboat Annie |
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Systematic Decay Senior Member
since 1999-09-15
Posts 1301That place with padded walls and funny people in white......... |
It is a woeful world we live in, full of tragedy. I look at my problems....and they are shrinking. Thanks for the reminder. ------------------ "Despite all my rage, I am still just a rat in a cage." -Billy Corgan- |
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Watcher666 Senior Member
since 1999-10-13
Posts 1606 |
The horrors of civilization.Excellent verse here Sir.Reminds me to be thankful for what I have. ------------------ Illusion...what we see and what we do...it's all up to you. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I already felt I'd been blessed with a yesterday that included sharing laughter with the person I love most in this world... you've reminded me just how much more I have to be grateful for... well done, 'Deer one! |
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Julie Senior Member
since 1999-08-20
Posts 739Houston, TX |
Excellent Balladeer. I too...counting my blessings and grateful for today I and those I love and care for are safe and without these types of tragdies. |
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Marilyn Member Elite
since 1999-09-26
Posts 2621Ontario, Canada |
I too am going to print this one, if it alright with you Sir. You have a way of making me think. Thankyou. |
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RainbowGirl Member Elite
since 1999-07-31
Posts 3023United Kingdom |
A sad fact of life, there's always someone worse off than yourself..  HUSG ------------------ You give but little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give of yourself that you truly give. |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Oh man, Balladeer, this is golden. What petty things we grieve over in our everyday, normal lives...terrific, indeed. ------------------ Michael Anderson Is all that we see or seem but a dream within a dream? |
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Richard 33 Member
since 1999-09-09
Posts 187glen easton, wv usa |
It makes one realize how lucky he, or she is! Good read thanx!!!!! |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
To put everything into perspective is you watching ants through a microscope, and then knowing, thinking perhaps, it is we who are under the microscope after all. Good message, 'Deer. We all need that boost back to reality to see our true silver linings. |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Well dear friend.....it does make ya wonder doesn't it?...About how fortunate we are....about "Is there really a God?"....about "why?"......Yep, this world really is going to hell on a bobsled...and sometimes I just sit back and wonder why? Morals gone to hell?...Yep.....Prayer becoming a way to ask for material things, (except in school?)...yep.....greed, sex, etc.?....Yep...but my day was pretty good considering I'm a Toerag....?...Hope your's was tolerable......Great work as usual.... |
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Andrew Scott Member Elite
since 1999-06-24
Posts 2558Redlands,CA,USA |
Sir Balladeer: Ya never know until you walk a mile in another man's shoes... thanks for the stroll and the view. I bow to you and yours. Have a great day. |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
I am counting my blessings....and counting....and counting.... |
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Verma Member
since 1999-10-25
Posts 80Midlands, England |
This one I carry with me, for all I now know & see.... Thank you ------------------ [This message has been edited by Verma (edited 10-26-1999).] |
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Iloveit Senior Member
since 1999-09-02
Posts 1121NM |
great poem, gives you new perspective on reasons to smile, hope your day has plenty of them |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
Human suffering - a subject very dear to my heart, we do have a lot to be grateful for don't we? Wonderful work. |
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starchild Member
since 1999-10-22
Posts 59manchester, england |
NOT SURE IF I AGREE WITH THE WHOLE PERSPECTIVE THING. SURE I AM HAPPY TO BE WELL BUT THAT ALSO MEANS THAT WHAT OTHERS MAY CONSIDER MINOR PROBLEMS BECOME MUCH MORE SIGNIFICANT AND ANNOYING OR WORRYING OR DISTRESSING. IF YOU HAVE JUST HAD SOMEONE YOU LOVE DIE YOU DON'T GIVE A **** ABOUT YOUR FINANCIAL SITUATION BUT NO ONE I KNOW HAS DIED RECENTLY AND I AM CONSTANTLY HASSLED ABOUT THE FACT THAT I HAVE BLOWN ABOUT THREE THOUSND POUNDS IN THE LAST FEW WEEKS AND HAE NO MONEY LEFT. I KNOW SOME MAY THINK THAT IS A SELFISH OPINION BUT IT ISN'T. I AM NOT SAYING I HAVE NO SYMPATHY FOR OTHERS BUT BECAUSE I AM FORCED TO PLAY THE GAME OF LIFE IN THE WAY OF THE MONEY GRABBING WORLD I HAVE CONCERNS OF MY OWN AND THEY HASSLE ME GREATLY TOO |
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Justina Junior Member
since 1999-10-31
Posts 24Kansas City. MO |
This is deep yet on the surface stairing each of us in the face everyday. Thanks for reminding me to "stop and smell the roses"! =) Justina Don't take for granted what you have today, because it might not be here tomorrow! |
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LJA'sLorelei54 Junior Member
since 1999-09-24
Posts 18Gaithersburg, MD |
I feel quilty that my world is so perfect and I am so at peace...but I thank the Lord, I know its his doing not mine...and say a pray for all those who are hurting...LJA and I pray daily for peace when we give thanks to God. |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
It is sad that there is so much pain and suffering in this world. Your poem points this out in your usual brillian manner, but I just have to say that millions of people are also blessed with good health, make love to their own true love, enjoyed a good meal, sleep with the window open and work doing something they really like to do. I'm thankful to say I'm one of them. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
thanks for the stats....I think we need a repost |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Another side thinking poem with a lot to agree with. I will vow to wake up smiling after this one. thank you, martyjo |
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Elizabeth
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Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
Sometimes we all just need that reminder. |
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