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Astraea Member
since 1999-11-09
Posts 378California! Yeah! Okay, I'm done now |
Starry skies, glistening moon, Could always make my heart sing. Whispery flowery, feather-soft wind, Could forever send me into a peaceful dream. But these were luxuries I had yet found, For without the guide to these peaceful woods, Beneath such a beauty in the heavens, I would be lost. Wanderer, stray, and a frightened fallen angel, The solitude you offered was my grace. Through all the tears, frights, and soars, You taught me to fly again, Always the gentle falconer Handling a broken flier. You've been there for me Through all these years, Always the knight In a sea of thieves. You've been there for me, Always by my pillar To fall back on, When the wind knocks me down. You brought this falcon to dream of skies again You brought back the warmth to the ice And I can still manage a little smile, Wondering how easily you slipped by. The years haven't taken anything so much In comparison to you. From childhood you guided me Until your falcon rose into the stars again. We've drifted apart And yet, somehow, you're still here In my memory, heart and soul For the falcon will always remember The dearest of friends Who had taught her to fly again And had always been there. "Sometimes stars can only be seen in darkness." "Sorrow's crown of sorrow is remembering happier things." |
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Paul Hoekman Member
since 1999-12-28
Posts 382Harwinton Ct. U>S>A> |
Nothing more special than the friends that are always there for you even though years may go by. And friends you open your heart to as you have done here. Thanks Astrae, nice piece! |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Beautiful! What a blessing it is to have friends like that! <*\\\>< Where there is faith, there is love. Where there is love, there is peace. Where there is peace, there is GOD. Where there is GOD, there is no need. Hallmark |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
This is so beautiful, Tiffany! Very well done! Denise And slight is the sting of his trouble Whose winnings are less than his worth; For he who is honest is noble, Whatever his fortunes or birth.~~~Alice Cary, ~Nobility~ |
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Marilyn Member Elite
since 1999-09-26
Posts 2621Ontario, Canada |
Mighty Falconer, wise and bold. Your oaken arms always seem to hold, The weight of me as I perch. Hmmm..i always seem to do this...I am inspired by a piece and begin to write and then suddenly I loose my thought. *sigh* anyone care to help? |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Tiffany- Absolutely lovely. Breathtaking look at friendship. Coupled with such beautiful imagery as this- 'Whispery flowery, feather-soft wind, Could forever send me into a peaceful dream.' Very, very nice. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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HelmutB Senior Member
since 2000-01-06
Posts 964Canada |
This is truly special Very nice way with words you have Like the part with the Falcon very much The ability to describe life with words is similar to painting a picture; both can be powerful tools. |
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Alwye
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since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
I can truly relate to this..such a lovely way of expressing the loss of someone that meant a lot. Beautifully done, Astraea.  *Krista Knutson* ~*Like a lion, without fear of the howling pack, Like a gust of wind, ne'er trapped in a snare, Like a lotus blossom, ne'er sprinkled by water, Let me, like a unicorn, in solitude roam.*~ Hymn Of Buddha |
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whiskey
since 1999-12-28
Posts 1278Australia |
This is great , its wonderful to have friends like this , excellent poem  |
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Rus Bowden Member
since 2000-01-13
Posts 139 |
Hi Astraea, Ah, so beautiful with bittersweet. I love the falcon in this verse. You taught me to fly again, Always the gentle falconer Handling a broken flier. You've been there for me Through all these years, Always the knight In a sea of thieves. Rus |
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Justbleu Member Elite
since 1999-08-31
Posts 3329Oregon, Originally From Alaska :) |
Sometimes an angel touches us in a very special way....and shows us the strength we hold inside...they remind us that life can truly be wonderful when inspired by a true friend!! Loved that!!! Thank You!! Take Care Bridgette [This message has been edited by Justbleu (edited 01-17-2000).] |
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