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Our Lives Can Shine
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Our Lives Can Shine |
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Auguste 
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea 
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Our Lives Can Shine by Michael Auguste So many faces share my life And look up to this man you see But I must tell them, they're all wrong I'm not that man, I'm only me Of pedistals, I have no use I'm just the same as everyone I cut myself and it will bleed I've lost some battles, some I've won It's true that in me thrives real hope And strength to fight when some would quit But in you lies exactly that If you'll light the heart that once was lit In honesty, we know ourselves Much better than does anyone In me lives fear I daily fight In stars of night, in days of sun It's truth I give here, know yourself Don't let friends make you what you're not Be who you are and trust in you False compliments are best forgot Four months ago my life did dim Great sadness threatened who is me I spent some time confused and lost Then lit my life for all to see I chose to live in Heaven's fire And open arms that I might hold Give comfort to those without hope Refuse, my years be dust and mold Our lives can shine, but that's our choice And mine is to turn night to day Push back the darkness and move on To offer hope while on my way |
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Paula Finn Member Ascendant
since 2000-06-17
Posts 5546missouri |
Oh Michael...your light just shines brighter and brighter each day...shining for those of us who stumble along in the dark...thank you |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Hi Paula, Your comments are often prettier than anything I could hope to write. I do appreciate you taking the time to come by and read this latest of mine. Thanks you, my friend. Michael |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
ah..but you shame me with all of my moodiness--I admire your work and your spirit greatly...hugs to ya... |
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English Rose Member
since 2000-08-20
Posts 211Berkshire, England |
A shining example to us all Michael! and an attitude I strive to echo in daily life. |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
serenity, Your words are so kind. Hey, we all have our moodiness. I'm certainly no exception. Thank you for dropping in and reading this. It's always good to hear from you.  Michael |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Michael, what a wonderful poem. You are indeed a bright light turning back the shadows. Catalinamoon |
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American Princess Junior Member
since 2000-08-21
Posts 49USA |
Michael, I am still amazed at your talent to get all your feelings down on "paper" so eloquently. Your writing just gets better and better over the years...This poem sounds just like you! American Princess |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Michael~ 'Then lit my life for all to see I was reminded of a childhood Sunday School sing-a-long song ... 'This little light of mine ... I'm gonna let it shine.' And you do so - tenderly and passionately. You are a pleasure to read. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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Meadowmuse Member Elite
since 1999-12-27
Posts 3263 |
Michael, this doesn't surprise me in the least...it is simply the way you are. But the music of the poetry delights me, and I thank you for the sweetened song, my friend. ~ Claire Could a greater miracle take place than for us to look through each other's eyes for an instant?......Henry David Thoreau |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Hi Debbie, Thank you for the sweet words. I hope you are feeling better soon. Come visit us at the ocean...the sunshine and warmth will do wonders for you. Michael |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
This is so inspiring and beautifully done, Michael! I love it! Denise |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
catalinamoon, What a sweet thing to say...thank you so much. Michael |
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Mona Lisa Member
since 1999-08-25
Posts 100Halifax, Nova Scotia |
I like the way you offer good advice in the form of this lovely poem. I enjoyed this very much. |
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CocoBaci Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 3043 |
Hi Auguste .. I must praise you for such exquisite writing from heart you share with us and to close my Friday nite it indeed was a pleasure to pass by and have this read! Coco PS: I'm keeping this one in private library |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Marge, Thank you. Your words always mean so much to me. I've so much respect and admiration for your poetry, and you, especially you. Shine on, my friend. People like you make the world so much brighter. Michael |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Auguste < !signature-->Philosophical interjections of greatest magnitude and with the most humility... softly spoke, and well said a poet of truth worth honored are we all...  Karilea When you want to be loved, look within...KRJ [This message has been edited by Sunshine (edited 08-26-2000).] |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Claire, I'm glad you were able to see "me" in this small poem and I thank you for coming by. Denise, I'm happy that my writing was inspirational to you and you were able to get something from it. Mona, To reach out in "hope" I think is always good advice, no matter what form it takes...thanks for coming by. CocoBaci, You stopping by and reading my words was also a pleasure...thank you. Sunshine, Thanks...it's always good to have you visit. I'm glad you enjoyed it. |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
American Princess, Thanks for the kind words...it would be nice to see you post another poem...preferably on another subject, if you know what I mean. I hope your day is a good one. Michael |
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