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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... 
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why is it, Lord, the most simple acts are sometimes the most difficult to perform... as a child, i spoke to you often- with innocent belief i gave my life to you- trusting in you for guidance and strength as i grew, things began to change... i began seeking independence little by little i worked my way in and took control of my life i pushed you away yet you never left my side though i spoke to you rarely and always in silence you listened intently each time i tried through years of mistakes i denied your love- trying to make it alone tonight... i finally let go as a newborn child i invited you back to take over for me again you waited patiently as my words struggled out until...finally... they broke the silence from beyond the darkness i heard your reply- "i love you, my child... welcome home" overwhelmed by your love i lay weeping at the beauty of the stars -vlraynes "...until you have read the verse on his heart, you have not truely met the poet." -vlraynes [This message has been edited by vlraynes (edited 10-24-2000).] |
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since 2000-02-04
Posts 2919New York, USA |
Oh vl what a journey you've been on. Isn't it incredible how He sticks around just waiting for us to notice Him. Beautiful, just beautiful. Bonnie |
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BloomingRose Member Elite
since 2000-08-09
Posts 3092Florida |
VL~ This is a beautiful story of a child that went astray and how all along the father waits with open arms. That child is you.  Remember to keep the Lord first on your list and he will keep you safe and warm. Hugs, Deb |
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Alle'cram Senior Member
since 2000-02-28
Posts 1816Texas |
Oh dear Vicki, My first read today and "hallelujah", how your testimony in beautiful prayer touched me. Jesus is surely listening for when we call. amen and praise His Holy name, Jesus! Oh, Vicki you filled me up, tears flowing & I am blessed and filled with the love of Jesus as He came to you. I love you. Marcy |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Always nice to find your way home isn't it? Beautiful and inspirational penning from you my friend. |
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StarGlow Junior Member
since 2000-10-23
Posts 40 |
So touching and its always a joy to see a sheep returned to the fold. This is a joyous occasion and expressed wonderfully. Star |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Bonnie- oh yes, my friend...He never gives up on us...what a wonderful thing. thanks so much for your kind response. Deb- what can i say...once again you've written the words to put my heart at ease. i hope you know how much your warm and comforting responses mean to me. i appreciate you. Marcy- wow...your responses has really touched me. thank you so much. yes...it is amazing that He is always there for us no matter what. so glad this touched your heart. Mark- oh yes it is, my friend. thanks so much for the kind words. really glad you enjoyed this. Star- such a sweet response...thank you so much. i have done my share of straying from the fold, and yes, it is a joy to be back. love you all, -vicky < !signature--> "...until you have read the verse on his heart, you have not truely met the poet." -vlraynes [This message has been edited by vlraynes (edited 10-26-2000).] |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Vicky, my friend~ I don't know how I missed this beauty. It speaks so softly and firmly of you. He never leaves us but let's us wander ... then like the Shepherd He is He gathers His sheep back into the fold. This is one of the most touching pieces I've seen you write. Joy ! Joy ! Joy ! ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Marge- my sweet friend...such a touching response. yes...it is a wonderful thing how He never gives up on us, and always accepts us once we are ready to return. this was written as a result of a very real and emotional experience that i had several years ago, but it still touches me deeply every time i read it. so glad it touched you as well. love you, my friend, -vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, you have not truely met the poet." -vlraynes |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
This so reminds me of the Prodigal Son. As His arms are always open ready to take us back home. Well done. <*\\\>< I know not what the future holds, but I know Who holds the future. |
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Songbird Member Elite
since 1999-12-15
Posts 2184Missouri |
Oh My! This is beautiful. The message and the style with which you wrote make it a very pleasureable read. |
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bestgirl911 Senior Member
since 2000-10-04
Posts 551Clio, MI , United We Stand |
This is simply beautiful....Isn't it so wonderful to know that HE is always there waiting patiently for us to notice..and when we do, what a revelation! Best |
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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
Dear Vicky; Oh, how glorious is this poem of yours. How patiently He waits till we finally give up the battle and fly into His arms. Then we finally open our hearts to His unbelievable Love! The glory of it all!!! Thank you for the joy of sharing this wonderful gift with all of us here. love, Ellie le coeur a ses raisons que la raison ne con-nait point....the heart has its reasons that reason knows nothing of.. |
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Dennis L. White Senior Member
since 2000-02-17
Posts 1463Michigan, U.S.A. |
Vicky, What a beautiful story of growth, rebellion and surrender. May God bless you sis. Dennis :^) Moonbeams radiate When the veiling cloud has passed Playful shadows dance Dennis L. White :^) |
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Lighthousebob Member Elite
since 2000-06-14
Posts 4725California |
 You have expressed your thoughts in poetry so near to the emotions felt when once again we feel wrapped around us the never ending and ever reaching forgiving arms of our Father's Love. Beautiful.... and "welcome home."Bob <>< |
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dgvarner Member Elite
since 2000-05-13
Posts 3552High Springs, Florida |
WOW! what an awesome journey--what a friend we have! always listening, hears the slighteset whisper..never goes too far away--yet never stands in our way..there in the slightest moment of need.....thats just so cool!!!  (you and i know an "earth angel" a lot like that aye... )this is a wonderful write tricks..a pouring out of your soul.. i like so much!i tried to copy and paste the lines i liked the most..but..that took up way too much room..so just know i love it! hugs!! dg ps..i thought of sending this to our buddy dennis..but i see he's already found it! < !signature-->[This message has been edited by dgvarner (edited 11-05-2000).] |
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Lone Wolf Member Ascendant
since 2000-03-16
Posts 5842Lansing, MI USA |
Vicky, There is such truth to your words my friend. He is always there . . . all we have to do is open the door and let Him in. Beautiful!! LW Poetry should surprise by fine excess...it should strike the reader as a wording of his own highest thoughts and appear almost a remembrance. -J.Keats |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
WhtDove- yes..it's wonderful how He never gives up on us...even when we give up on ourselves. so glad you enjoyed this. Septsong- thank you so much for the kind reply. really glad you enjoyed. Best- yes...it truly is a wonderful thing. so glad you like this. ellie- you have touched my heart with your sweet words. you are so right...allwe have to do is open our hearts to His love, and He is there for us. thank you, my friend. love and hugs to you. Dennis- thank you so much for the kind reply. your words mean alot to me. God bless you as well. Bob- this was inspired by a very real and very emotional experience that continues to touch me very deeply. thank you for sharing it with me. thank you for the 'welcome home'... it's good to be back. dg- now you've gone and done it...you've brought tears to my eyes with your wonderful reply. i hope you know just how much your words and your friendship really mean to me...you are SO special. yes... what a wonderful friend He is... always there for us when we need Him. i think you know the story behind this poem, so you also know how deeply this experience affected me. it IS wonderful to have an 'earth angel' isn't it...i know i am certainly grateful to have found mine. i love you, friend!! ((((((((HUGS)))))))) Lone Wolf- isn't it a wonderful promise... thank you so much, my friend. so glad you like. thanks everyone, -vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, you have not truely met the poet." -vlraynes |
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