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Mom, What Will I Be?
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores 
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Mom, What Will I Be? ~Marge Tindal~ 1999 When I was just a kid I looked at Mom and said, "What am I going to be, long before I'm dead?" She smiled that knowing smile, and touseled my golden hair. She held me close in her hug and said, "Do not despair." "My child, you will become just who you want to be." And feeling her reassurance, was good enough for me. Through all the years of my dawning, I knew just what she meant. For at every crossroad that I stood, I chose just where I went. It wasn't until I reached past the making of the man; that I fully understood just where I had made my plan. In my mother's hug, locked safely in her embrace, I learned that I, alone, had the answer to the things I would have to face. And proudly I made my mark, and I think it goes unsaid I chose who I would be long before I was dead. Remember me with kindness. I surely hope that you can. Remember that I chose to be just who I am. Cry not at my leaving. Only be glad I was me. I chose where I was going. That's how it should be. I chose to be myself I think Mother would agree, that I chose wisely in choosing to be me. ------------------ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
This is wonderful, Marge. Truly wonderful. Lots of wisdom, your Mom had there!  ------------------ Denise |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
and I think you made a good choice, Marge. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Denise and Balladeer ... thanks for reading my posts and for letting me know you like them. I feel like I've found a place to share and to gain from the works of others. ------------------ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
This one likes me very much |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
I too asked my mother, "What ya think I will be?" She replied "Oh brother!, Beats the hell outta me?" They offer many classes, In the reformatory schools, "How to shoot craps like the experts" And the basics of lock-picking tools." "Or you may be a professional fighter, Yanno a "gigolo" wouldn't be bad, But my intuition tells me, You'll grow up to be a Toerag!" "One thing I am sure of, And I'm sure you also know it, You'll never be a preacher, And definitely not a poet!" (Mom's are so wise..don't ya think?) Very nice poem....like always Marge.. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Great poem(s), Marge (and Toe)! But Toe...I've no doubt your mother would be very proud of you, but she was wrong if she thought you weren't a poet! *G* |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Marge...your work is quite superb..I need to quit taking away the seriousness and talent from your fine work....and I will do that in the future.....I really did like this dear.. |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Marge I truly liked your way of saying what you said. You brought out self-determination so well. I think your Mom would love to read this poem. I think she would be proud of you, and proud of herself for bringing into this world somebody like you. I hope you still have the opportunity to let her know what a terrific job she did. As for Toerag... well, if you don't have any of his children, I think you will be OK. lol |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
But, If you would like to "try" to have some of my children, please email me asap!!! |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Toerag: Is that invitation directed only to Marge? *G* If not, where can I send my application? *G* |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Belle Send your application to [email protected] - I'll see that your proxy is well-atended to - lol |
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Lorelei54 Member
since 1999-07-27
Posts 458 |
Hands on hips..(LJA)I'm first in line for that attention, when you give to me, I'll think about letting you stand in as a "proxy" for Toe..LOL Very sentimental words,,I'm sure your mom is proud of you to this day. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Excuse me please ... now ladies, I do believe the line starts behind me. You dear gals will have to take a number and wait. This 'cupcake' is available to Mr. Toe whose was first in line. Number #1 ... now being served ! Thanks to all for your responses to this piece. Love being here with all of you. ------------------ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Marge, dear... he may be first in your line... but his fan club line stretches for miles!!! I oughtta know... I've been in it for ages! *G* Not to fear, though... he's worth the wait! *G* I've truly enjoyed your poems... you're a very welcome addition to these boards!! (And to the play! *G*) |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Marge I think Suthern sums it quite well - people have been standing in long lines waiting for that Toerag rascal to be ready, but he just doesn't measure up - lol. You may keep waiting as one of his expectant wannabes, or you can chase after Balladeer. Either option is truly sad. I know... I know... The world truly lost when lil Lorelei snatched me up. But I'm sure there is somebody out there who comes close to me - it just isn't that nefarious Toerag! lol |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Excuse me, Mr. Long John ... I don't 'wannabe' speaking in haste. But did you just insinutate that I'd be the one to 'chase'? Balladeer and Toe, defend my honor, please ! Tell him that I wasn't a little p---k tease ! I'm counting on you guys to be real gentlemen ... Now look what a mess I've gotten in ! -------------------------------------------- Thanks Suthern, Loreli, Toe and Hoot. You all are just too kind. (and fun too) ~M~ ------------------ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] [This message has been edited by Marge Tindal (edited 11-12-1999).] |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
And still, "que sera, sera" runs through my head... |
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Alison
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
quote: nothing more needs to be said |
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