Open Poetry #6 |
She asks for little, our Hoot-Owl |
Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
She notices the little things She celebrates your joy She has a golden poet's pen Whose verses we enjoy She has a very caring heart For those who have been used And feels compelled to speak aloud For those who are abused She's passionate and loving As anyone can see Her longing for her one true love Is in her poetry She's master of the written word Of meter and of rhyme And when she writes in free verse She's master of all time Her name is Ruth, we call her Hoot She's wiser than an owl Her poetry's quite perfect Down to every little vowel We all revere her talents So far beyond our grasp She always gives to others Very little does she ask But now our little hoot owl Is asking for a prayer A simple little gesture From those of us who care She asks not much, she wants not much It's just a humble plea Our Hoot Owl is in trouble And she asks, "Please pray for me" For all she's done for others For all she's done for me I've felt the worry in her voice I answer now her plea Dear Lord above, I humbly pray You bless our poet friend And give her strenth and courage And upon her soul descend Blanket her with thy dear love Protect her from all harm Whatever waits around the bend Keep her safe and warm Shine a light upon her face Heal her every sore Fill her heart with heavenly grace And love forever more I ask, dear heavenly Father Answer please my prayer That she will feel the endless love Of those of us who care Encircle Ruth with all our prayers Encircle her with love For she's more than just a poet friend She's a little mourning dove Hope all goes well with your tests, Ruth Liz [This message has been edited by Elizabeth Santos (edited 02-18-2000).] |
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devina Member Elite
since 1999-10-28
Posts 3539Cali |
I hope for the best as well Ruth...you're a strong woman, and my prayers are with you to help you through...good luck sweetie!!! (you should feel a hug right about...now!!!) Open arms can be the most fragile in the world... |
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sweetcollege_girl Senior Member
since 1999-12-03
Posts 872just about where I want to be |
Great poem Liz..I hope everything turns out ok for Ruth too...Ruth, You are in my prayers! "For every beauty, there is an eye somewhere to see it. For every truth, there is an ear somewhere to hear it For every love, there is a heart somewhere to receive it".--Ivan Panin |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Liz...you have me crying with this one. Thank you so much my friend. This is beautiful. I have done much thinking about this today and have decided even if the news is the worst thing I can imagine, that there is some reason for it, that God has some purpose behind it. I thank you for this wonderful poem and for you and everyone else's thoughts and prayers. I will let everyone know the test results as soon as I do. (For those who aren't aware of what is going on, please check out Announcements and Links) Thank you and hugs Ruth |
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Danny Holloway Member Elite
since 2000-01-15
Posts 2034Tulsa, OK |
This is a beautifully written about a person I hardly know, but have come to respect for both her writing talent and kindness to those who write here. A wonderful prayer with an "Amen" from me. Danny |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Elizabeth, I am crying too. This is such a beautiful poem/prayer for our dear friend, Ruth! I will continue to keep her in my prayers. Love Denise |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
She asks for little, That is true And praying is Something I do! Great poem, Elizabeth... and Hoot, all our hopes!! |
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CMGrimm Senior Member
since 2000-02-14
Posts 685USA |
Ruth, just to let you know you are in my prayers also. Chris Never be a carbon copy of anybody...make your own impressions. - ANON. |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Good luck, Ruth. I love your response. It reflects a beautiful soul. Liz - you are terrific. This is a wonderful message. |
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Eloise Senior Member
since 1999-11-27
Posts 1096Wyoming |
Ruth, praying and hoping for the best. Elizabeth, what a beautiful, beautiful prayer. |
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Wizzard Member
since 2000-02-09
Posts 209 |
My Prayers Are With You Ruth. Beautiful Writing For A Beautiful Lady Thank You For Bringing This To Our Attention Elizabeth Today is the first day of the rest of my life. And the begining of a new one. |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Beautiful loving tribute to our own Hoot! Pass the tissues please! With this kind of love, Ruth will be lifted up and carried along to good health! |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
The only word that can possibly follow this poem is... AMEN. |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Dearest Liz--thank you for writing what my heart was feeling. |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Thank you everyone for your thoughts and prayers...once more, thank you for this Liz |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Elizabeth, this is so lovely. From your pen to God's ear. We all offer the prayer of comfort, healing and friendship's love to Ruth. Ruth, our prayers surround you. You are in good hands. Love to you ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Eizabeth, An amazing poem, I don't know how you do it. Hoot has my prayers and blessings and you have my Love. Sy |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Hoot, God bless you Dear poet friends, thank you Liz |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Liz so true! She has touched us all with that gifted pen of hers. Ruth you know my prayers are with you! God bless you and guide the doctors too! <*\\\>< There's only two ways you can go... One way you can save your riches, And the other will save your soul. Rich Mullins |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
This is the kind of poem that reminds me why I keep coming back here...Such sweet,loving supportive people! Corinne |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Let's go another Passionate round of prayers, OK folks? |
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HelmutB Senior Member
since 2000-01-06
Posts 964Canada |
Just in case you need a heart Ruth you can have mine Liz A master piece for A tiny owl May her wings always swipe our souls and hearts as your words will ring within Thank you so so much dear I did do cry a tear (more like a bucket) Not to forget others, you are all within my AMBER couloured PRAYERS. < !signature--> The ability to describe life with words is similar to painting a picture; both can be powerful tools. [This message has been edited by HelmutB (edited 02-19-2000).] |
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Parker Member Elite
since 2000-01-06
Posts 3129ON |
Liz, this is beautiful and wonderful of you. You truly are a guardian Angel. Parker |
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