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Tis A Reason For The Season
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Tis A Reason For The Season |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
A life began That never died. In the hearts of many, He has survived. His birth is known, Throughout all lands, The birth of this child, Not fathered by man. His grace and wisdom, Those he has blessed, The child of Mary, Fathered by God's breath. Whether believer or not, Tis the season for giving, To your friends and your family, The reason for living Give thanks to your God, Give love to your neighbor, Do this today, For there may be "no later" If I could make Just one Holiday wish, It would be for a hug from my father, And my mother's sweet kiss. For gifts have no value, I want none for myself, But your friends and your family, Are where you'll find wealth. [This message has been edited by Toerag (edited 11-18-1999).] [This message has been edited by Toerag (edited 11-18-1999).] |
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Lorelei54 Member
since 1999-07-27
Posts 458 |
Beautiful and so well spoken...I like seeing your serious side from time to time... Missing the banter between you and LJA, but he's deep in work again, and getting deeper until the end of the year I fear. |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Very touching, sir! I really like this poem from you.  |
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Ohme Senior Member
since 1999-07-17
Posts 816Texas |
Toe, this is simply wonderful. And Season's Greetings to ya! ------------------ Yesterday is history, tomorrow just a mystery. And if today is good to me how could I ask for more? |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Absolutely beautiful, Toerag... I became a rich woman when you gave me your friendship! Thank you for this wonderful reminder that there's more to Christmas than frantic shopping and trimmed trees. I hope yours is a wonderful one! |
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Sally S. Senior Member
since 1999-06-07
Posts 847Ohio |
A rare occurance, indeed..to peek inside your heart. It's wonderful, Toerag. Happy Holidays to you!  |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Wow Toerag...I am more than a little impressed. I do like this serious side of you |
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Iloveit Senior Member
since 1999-09-02
Posts 1121NM |
very nice Mr. Toe, and not just very nice, very very nice....and not just very very nice, very very very nice.... *g* don't worry I am stopping there lol.....hugs for your day, liked this lots, it is the pure reason for the holiday, would be so much nicer too if we could get everyone to remember this |
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Pepper Member Elite
since 1999-08-19
Posts 3079Southern Florida |
Very touching Toerag.... Happy Holidays to you! ------------------ A soul that writes from the heart and shares it, truly gives a gift extraordinaire! |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
I am with you, I'll buy no gifts I told my children flat My gifts this year are from the heart A poem - and that is that. Elizabeth |
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RainbowGirl Member Elite
since 1999-07-31
Posts 3023United Kingdom |
Darling: It's so nice to see the man I know write with such passion...and don't you do it well.. 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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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Toe, He stuck in his thumb and pulled out a plumb. Well you stuck in your toe, And now we all know. Well done my friend. |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Toe you nailed this one! So true! Happy Holiday's to ya buddy! |
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RSEvans Senior Member
since 1999-10-23
Posts 1147Tulsa, OK, USA |
Beautiful and true. May the Holidays find you in the warmth of those you love. |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
A lovely poem! Peace and friendship and gifts from the heart to you Toe. |
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PhaerieChild Senior Member
since 1999-08-30
Posts 1787Aloha, Oregon |
Toerag, Wonderful piece and thanks for getting me into the true spirit of the holidays. Happy Holidays to you and yours! ------------------ If you love me like music, I'll be your song. ~Heart~ Dreamboat Annie Shawna R. Holder Boise, Idaho |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
thank you all for the very kind replies...and I too hope you all find joy this Holiday season...... |
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Deb Lynne Member
since 1999-08-19
Posts 180Where blue skies meet blue ocean |
Toe.. I've enjoyed reading every word you have written & shared with us. In 1999 I found a new home & friends that I hope to get to know better in the year 2000. Happy Holidays (early)!!! |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Well, Toe, my present has been your presence, you and your entire motley crue. Thanks to you all for being here to add so much to our lives. Suthern, you're rich? Lend me a hundred? |
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Andrew Scott Member Elite
since 1999-06-24
Posts 2558Redlands,CA,USA |
A big double thumbs up on this one Sir Toe. Heck... I'll even throw in a couple of big toes too... Like the feeling on this one, and the flow. |
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Marilyn Member Elite
since 1999-09-26
Posts 2621Ontario, Canada |
I am very glad that this season is not about shopping and gifts. If it were I would be a poor woman indeed. I have wealth beyand my imagination in my family and few true friends. I have also been blessed with a second home that I treasure. For that I thank Ron. |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Toe, this is beautiful, I share your sentiments! I wish you and yours the best holiday season ever. ------------------ Denise |
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JTF Member
since 1999-08-09
Posts 319France |
Give love to your neighbor ... yeah, I know that's what you tell every day the baywatch lady who lives next to your house |
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U K Hero Member
since 1999-08-08
Posts 266England |
I can see why this has aquired so much attention, It Certainly brought a tear to my eye. |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
My Gosh!... This is so good I don't even have to edit anything... Awesome, Toe... |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Thank you one and all for the very sweet comments and "Best Holiday Wishes" you've offered...This isn't my favorite time of year, but it is a time of year to think, remember, respect, and spread good cheer. I hope all of you do this, and receive this during these next few weeks.... |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
ROFL @ JTF... Brat! *G* Toerag: It's not a favorite time of year for many of us... *S* Which is why I particularly appreciate you focusing my attention on what the season is all about, dear friend. For the cheer you give throughout the year, I hope you are richly blessed.... and may the love and smiles you give so generously be returned to you tenfold. |
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