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kcsgrandma Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1522Presque Isle, ME 
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When I was young, so many years ago, I dreamed that someday someone I would find. We'd match in every way, and he would know The thoughts and feelings of my heart and mind. He'd be like me in almost every way, No conflict there of background, race or creed. The things I'd want I would not have to say. He could anticipate my slightest need. I thought in time that I had found this man, So many tastes and feelings we did share. We tried as hard as anybody can, But dreams evaporated into air. Heartbroken tears I subsequently spilt. Illusory the castle that I built. No longer young, I have a different dream Of one whose life's not been the same as mine. As unalike as he and I may seem, What is inside is very much in line. The home he loves is half a world from here, His skin and hair and eyes a darker shade, Unknown to me the customs he holds dear. I have not shared the journey he has made. But in our love of God we are akin, Although it is by varied names we praise, And spirit touching spirit, deep within, We climb a single mount by different ways. Though outwardly it seems we walk apart, We're joined by similarities of heart. |
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coyote Senior Member
since 2001-03-17
Posts 1077 |
I think your signature quote is a fitting comment for this piece, Marilyn. "To love another person, is to see the face of God." This work has great form & feeling. Thanks.  "The poet is the priest of the invisible." Wallace Stevens [This message has been edited by coyote (edited 03-29-2001).] |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
This is beautiful, Marilyn. God luck to you. and love, Joyce |
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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
Dear marilyn; How blessed you are to have found such a love, and blessed with the gift of poetry, to write so beautifully of your hearts desire...exquisitely! Love, Ellie A friend hears the song in my heart, and sings it to me when my memory fails. |
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wordancer Senior Member
since 2000-07-30
Posts 809VA |
This was so lovely to read, amazing how our critera (wants, needs, desires) can change with age/wisdom. A wonderful read. -wordancer [This message has been edited by wordancer (edited 03-29-2001).] |
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twilah Member
since 2000-09-25
Posts 91Maine, USA |
Marilyn, my dear friend....this is so beautiful and loving. I can see your heart all through it. I wish nothing but good things for you and this man....you both deserve it...your friend.....Gloria |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
This is a beautifully constructed poem with a very loving message. I enjoyed it so much. Betty Lou Hebert |
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kcsgrandma Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1522Presque Isle, ME |
Coyote - Thanks for that observation about my signature quote. I do believe it's true. Thanks also for the kind comments on the poem itself. I've been doing a lot of sonnets lately, but the form didn't seem long enough for this one, so we have a double sonnet, instead.Joyce - Thank you. I wish the same for you. Ellie -  What can I say? This wouldn't have been written at all without your challenge. Thanks for the idea, and for always being so warm and supportive. hugsWordancer - Yes, it certainly is interesting how our ideas about life and love can change. I have the age thing down. Now I'm waiting for the wisdom. Thanks for stopping by.Gloria, my friend - You, who write so much from the heart, can always read mine. Thanks for the wishes, and you know how many I send back to you.  Betty - Thank you. It means a lot to me to know you enjoyed it. To love another person is to see the face of God. |
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Member Patricius
since 2000-08-30
Posts 11132San Juan, Puerto Rico |
Marilyn, wonderful job on this one. I truly enjoyed this and knew the story behind it. Very nice.  I was born myself, raised myself, and will continue to be myself. The world will just have to adjust. |
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kcsgrandma Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1522Presque Isle, ME |
Hi there, JeP. Thanks. I guess it always helps to know what is behind a poem. Nice to have you back home.To love another person is to see the face of God. |
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Wikket Member
since 2000-01-29
Posts 340Santa Clara, CA USA |
Wonderful Marilyn, simply Wonderful! You are very lucky to have found someone that truly gives you such happiness and love! ~~Jamie  I mean the opposite of what I say. You've got it now? No, it's the other way. ~Bruce Bennett |
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kcsgrandma Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1522Presque Isle, ME |
Thank you, Jamie. Yes, I do feel lucky.To love another person is to see the face of God. |
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laryalee Member
since 2000-06-19
Posts 352Alberta, Canada |
Marilyn - This is so touching - such a poignant look at the dream, the loss, the recovery...and having the wisdom to concentrate on what truly matters! Love it! Lary (Been away awhile - it's nice to come back and see old friends!) |
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Red_Feather Member
since 2001-01-19
Posts 131The Vagabond Sea |
This wisdom suits you well...and it sounds as though you are rewarded in kind. One's not half two it's two are halves of one EE Cummings |
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kcsgrandma Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1522Presque Isle, ME |
Lary - Hey, I've missed you! Nice to see you back. And thanks for the comments. Red Feather - Thank. The wisdom, such as it is, came with a price, as all wisdom does. To love another person is to see the face of God. |
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