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Wanderings of the Soul
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Wanderings of the Soul |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania 
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Wanderings of the Soul I often think as best I can From where I came to where I am And wonder at the distance passed To reach a place of warmth at last I often wonder in the night Why I rejected easy plight From comfort of a feather bed To crystal granite rock instead And rather than a lighter load I chose the more precarious road Along the rocky path I plod And felt forsaken by my God I wondered why He let me fall So many times as I recall Abandoned in the lonely night With weathered wing in awkward flight I always paid the price it seems For following romantic dreams And sometimes it would seem unjust The price to pay for simple trust I often wonder why I chose The thorny branch instead of rose It wasn't pride or selfish goal But just the wanderings of the soul The lessons of the truth of self The spirit had to learn itself And looking back I marvel now At how life teaches life somehow Recalling now the total sum Of where I've been to where I've come I know that each and every day My God was there to pave the way Elizabeth Santos [This message has been edited by Elizabeth Santos (edited 01-19-2000).] |
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simplyYRREHS Member
since 2000-01-03
Posts 162 |
Heavenly, Liz, simply heavenly. This left me with a "Footprint-ish" taste...which I liked very much. Your writings are very insightful and inspirational.  Sherry"Heaven is under our feet as well as over our heads." ~Henry David Thoreau |
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Saxoness
since 1999-07-18
Posts 1102Texas |
Lovely...and with such a wonderful flow to it! A keeper for sure "Glory remains unaware of my neglected dwelling where alone I sing my tearful song which has charms only for me." -Charles Brugnot |
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Danny Holloway Member Elite
since 2000-01-15
Posts 2034Tulsa, OK |
I enjoyed this peom very much. It made me reflect on "where I've been to where I've come". So well written! DH |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Elizabeth...absolutely beautiful my friend. He knows what is best for us and will not give us anything that we can not handle. Life is mysterious, but I'm a firm believer everything happens for a reason. He led you to us and you've made such an impact on peoples lives here...see there are reasons |
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Paul Hoekman Member
since 1999-12-28
Posts 382Harwinton Ct. U>S>A> |
This is my absolute favorite poem I may have ever read! You have described my journey as well, which has also brought me back to His loving arms after many years struggling in the wilderness trying to follow my soul when it was actually the Spirit I should have kept my inner eye on. GLORIOUS THANK YOU! Elizabeth [This message has been edited by Paul Hoekman (edited 01-19-2000).] |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
This poem touched me a great deal Liz. The roads we take are paved with so many lessons. You express so beautifully! |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Elizabeth, The feel of this poem is within its real. Exquisite. Love Sy |
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JOY 14 Senior Member
since 1999-09-22
Posts 1419Wisconsin USA |
ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT! Elizabeth, this just proved my belief that everything happens for a reason! JOY |
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Nate Dogg Senior Member
since 1999-11-15
Posts 1658Georgia, Fulton |
Wow! beautiful poem Liz. Your wordplay is so brillant! Nathan |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Sherry, Thank you for such a wonderful compliment, about this and other poems. I'm glad you liked it Liz Saxoness, Thanks so much Liz Danny, It's not such a bad idea to remember how we got to where we are. It can keep things in perspective Thanks Liz Hoot, Yes, I agree with what you said in your response. It's nice if we can always remember that an see the reasons,and thank you for a very kind compliment Liz Paul, You certainly do go way beyond a normal response to everybodys poetry. Thank you very much, and I'm glad you liked the poem. Looks like we're birds of a feather Liz Martie, If something I write touches you, I'm as happy as a lark Love ya Liz Sy, I'm sure you know this feeling, but I think you chose wiser roads than I Love Liz JOY, You and Nate snuck in as I was posting this response, so I hope you will see this edit. Thanks for your exuberant comments. My poem doesn't prove it but God has proven it Liz NATE, I hope you see this, I wasn't overlooking you. Thanks so much for such a nice compliment Liz [This message has been edited by Elizabeth Santos (edited 01-19-2000).] |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
The best road to take is the one that goes somewhere. Great poem, think I must be the one tail-gating you! Corinne |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
This is wonderful, Elizabeth... It's an absolutely wonderful message in a very well-crafted work.... I like it... |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
What can I say to this great piece Of lessons learned along the way Of struggles hard and then release When finding He stayed every day? Such love He gives to His dear child To whisper gently in the ear 'Twas He who led her through the wild He never left, was always near. I LOVE IT! [This message has been edited by dsnyder (edited 01-19-2000).] |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
Lizzy - this is divine...I love it! I always paid the price it seems For following romantic dreams And sometimes it would seem unjust The price to pay for simple trust Oh how I can identify with this verse - my friend - another masterpiece from your pen. K |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Corrine Here in Pa. the roads don't go anywhere, it's a winding maze Thanks for your comments Liz Nan, Glad you liked this and thanks so much Liz' Denise How sweet of you to write a poem and it is so true, we just don't always recognize it Thanks, sweetie Liz |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Very, very, very well done...it sang. Sunshine Look, then, into thine heart, and write ~~~ Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Wow! There is nothing about this poem that is not perfect....every syllable, every word, every beat.....beautiful. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Elizabeth, my loving friend- This is EXQUISITE. And to think that this early morning you said you needed a hug .... must of worked in a big way, dear one. I've read everything you've posted here since day one ... It is my absolute opinion that this is your GOLD MEDAL WINNER ! What a jewel to behold. Love you ... ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Kamla, I think you relate to a lot of things. I hope you got my e-mail and I'll write tomorrow Thanks, dear Liz Sunshine That's what poetry is ---Music! Thanks so much Liz Michael A compliment from Balladeer on rhyme and meter is worth gold Thank you Liz |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Dear Marge WOW, What a lovely response! I'm glad you liked this poem and thanks for your e-mails. I'll send you a note real soon Thanks for those kind words Love ya, Liz [This message has been edited by Elizabeth Santos (edited 01-19-2000).] |
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catslair Junior Member
since 2000-01-16
Posts 48 |
What a powerful....yet gentle piece about many realisations of life...all put together so beautifuuly in these lines....... really enjoyed it.. thankyou.. |
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Eloise Senior Member
since 1999-11-27
Posts 1096Wyoming |
Liz, what an elegant and beautiful poem this is. The message is wonderful. I too, have to say this is one of my favorites of yours, but then they are all so beautiful it's hard to pick just one. [This message has been edited by Eloise (edited 01-20-2000).] |
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A Friend New Member
since 2000-01-20
Posts 7 |
This is one that has brought back so many memories. You have done a great job with your wording. Keep up the good work |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
Love ya, Lizzy. K |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
Love ya, Lizzy. K |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Catslair Thank you for your comments, glad you liked the poem Liz Eloise, Such a sweet comment. I want to thank you for reading so much of my poetry Liz A friend Looks like we may have travelled the same paths Thank you Liz Kamla, Thanks dear for all of your hugs. I need them today You are very sweet Love ya Liz |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
I know - that's why I double posted! Whoops... I know you do - and I'm here for you and everyone else is too. K |
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