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ellie LeJeune
Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156
King of Prussia, PA USA

0 posted 2000-08-27 01:00 PM


Why do I forget,
that others
are as sensitive
as I ?

A hasty remark
said unkindly,
in a moments
annoyance,
and thoughtlessness,
later to be told
about the feelings
I had bruised.
Hastily did I seek
forgiveness for my deed.
All the while aware
of how sensitive,
this son of mine can be.
So easily his feelings
are wounded and abused.

Seeking forgiveness,
and words that say
"I'm sorry",
are a graceful gift
from God.
I only need remember,
that love is very gentle,
and needs such tender care.
But are we not all human,
and in need of pardon too?
So forgive me, Lord,
my many faults,
and tender this poor heart.



Summers haunting melody
that awakens
the butterflies,
calling them to join
the dance
in their silent song
of praise to God.

eL

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BSC
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Member Elite
since 2000-02-04
Posts 2919
New York, USA
1 posted 2000-08-27 01:30 PM


Awwww Ellie, What a heartfelt piece this is...and so beautifully written.  Been there a few times myself, and will refer to this the next time I need to...and unfortunately, I know, there will be a next time.  Thanks for sharing this Ellie, it's wonderful.  Bonnie
Alle'cram
Senior Member
since 2000-02-28
Posts 1816
Texas
2 posted 2000-08-27 03:11 PM


Well said, ellie!   I can't think of a better way to say, I'm sorry, than you have in this lovely poem. Thank you for reminding me to be aware of my words.....to others. This is a poem from the depths of your precious heart that I have come to love.
Your poem is beautiful. Love, Marcy

Janet Marie
Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554

3 posted 2000-08-27 03:22 PM


Dear Ellie...
it is poetic and appropriate that I reply to a poem with this title...
it is time for this butterfly to say good-bye
for a while...
my failings have caught up with me...
I wanted to say thank you
for all your encouragement and kindness
that you have shown me ...
since I wandered in here lost.. so many months ago...
you have been a source of strength and inspiration for me.
take care sweet, gentle poet
please give my regards and thanks to Dovey, David, Bonnie and Marcy...
all of which have been so kind
jm
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There are places inside our souls -
that have never been touched.
There are places inside our hearts -
that need to be loved this much.
~jm~


WhtDove
Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245
Illinois
4 posted 2000-08-29 09:25 PM


We all fall into this Ellie. Just none could have put like you did.  

Janet we'll miss you! God bless you!

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Be an organ donor...give your heart to Jesus!

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