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Anniversary Recall - Bucket Of Joy |
Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
The Bucket Of Joy ~*Marge Tindal*~ Sir created ~ A spirit with hair lit with the golden rays of the sun Within her heart He placed the song of a child taken from the very throat of the nightingale For the crowning touch to this beauty upon her face He placed a smile She glowed ~ He gave her a vase to gather the lovely flowers of the meadow He gave her a bucket full of joy and bade her to live happily upon the days of the earth He smiled ... and it was good Years passed ~ He found her sitting all alone in the meadow where she'd been created No smile - no joy to call her own Child, what happened to the gifts I gave you You've nothing left to show She replied ~ Sir, I've traveled far from this meadow to lands where sorrow weeps I felt so blessed that I gave away all the gifts you'd have me keep Meekly she said ~ I had more sunshine than I needed I shared some with a friend who was down My smile was badly needed on the face of a friend who wore a frown Tearfully she continued ~ On the grave of a soldier whose widow wore a brave face I placed lovely flowers from the meadow in a tiny crystal vase Wistfully she remembered ~ To a crying child needing slumber I gave my finest song a voice Nightingale would be proud of the hushed lullabye of choice Humbly ~ I gave away almost all of the blessings that you sent my way And yet, Sir, I feel richer than I was on that beginning day Hopefully ~ But, Sir, I still have the bucket It has held the tears of many Sometimes they overflow the brim and sometimes there's not any Smiling ~ When I think that I have received all that my bucket can hold Someone sends to me a smile, a flower, a song A ray of sunlight dancing straight across my soul Sir sighed ~ Thy name is Joy Sir wept ~ Joy caught His tears in her bucket ~On today's date, November 6, I've been at Passions for three years I hope that I've touched someone ... somewhere with something I've written. I came with only my poetic words ... you accepted them as part of my heart ... and welcomed me into yours~ ~Thank you for three wonderful years of sharing the friendships of the circle~ ~*~ This little piece is among my favorites of my writes ... Those of you here continually fill my Bucket Of Joy ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Marge~ Are you sitting down? YES...it's REALLY me! LOL You already 'know' that this is one of my very favorites of yours too. It touches me deeper than I can put into words, and just squeezes my heart. I, for one, am extremely glad that you stopped by 3 years ago, and decided to stay. You've been a great friend and a wonderful inspiration. Here's to 3 more years! Love and big hugs, ~Vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, you have not truly met the poet. ~vlraynes [This message has been edited by vlraynes (11-06-2002 12:04 PM).] |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
I hope that I've touched someone ... somewhere with something I've written. =============================== dont ever doubt it Margie... Happy Anniversary !!!! "huglets" jm |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Three years ago a lady fair With poetry in her veins Joined Passions group and from her pen Poems began to rain. I admired her from the start But never could have guessed How dear a friend she'd come to be She's truly this life blessed. Buckets of joy she's given us, Such caring she has shown - Congratulations I offer To one of the finest people known! This poem is beautiful, Marge... and one of the many examples of you touching our lives as you gift us with your muses' bounty... and your own big heart. *S* Congratulations! |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Marge/sis You are one of the wonders of this place and poetry, a heart and friendships connection. :lovyou: |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Marge, THe bouquet is just filled with other flowers. Loved it. |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear Marge: I have always loved this poem, although it is hard to pick a favorite from the tapestry of words you have created here and on other sites. Never doubt for a minute that you have made a difference in the life of one person. You have made a difference in the hearts and minds of thousands! No one knows how many! What a privilege it has been to get to know you and read your work! Love you Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Marge, Conratulatory hugs on your 3 years at PiP ~*~ You speak so softly and with velvet tongue. You spin your yarns to us among, your ardent readers with eager ears, please stay with us for three more years ~ May your life's bucket overflow with joy Linda |
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Betty Senior Member
since 2002-08-13
Posts 1159Virginia |
I love this poem. It has so much feeling in it. And Happy Third Anniversary. I have enjoyed your poems so much. Thank you for sharing your talent with us. Love you, Betty |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Marge, this is the most beautiful poem I have seen. Just so you will know, you have done more for me, than you know. I am so glad you were here when I came. You have truely been an inspiration to me. I will always remember you, forever. |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Dear Sweet Marge, you know I love this with all my heart. In case I forgot to tell you this week, you are my mentor, spiritual guide and special dear loving friend. A great big thank you for who you are and all you have done for me. Below is a little gift for your anniversary but more so for our friendship. Hugs dear lady, Marti |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
Hello Marge Your wonderful words sent so much joy my way as I savoured each and every verse. This would have to be one of my favourites. Take care....Sue I am in motion |
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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
Dear Marge, you have touched so many hearts and uplifted me with the inspiration of your exquisite poetry....Happy anniversary and thank you from the bottom of my heart!! Hugs Ellie A friend hears the song in my heart, and sings it to me when my memory fails. |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Thy name is JOY! Keth Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Happy Anniversary Marge! What a beautiful poem to mark this amazing milestone. Do not ever doubt the hearts you have touched, dear Marge ... Mine, is merely one of them ... /pip/Forum33/HTML/002467.html Best wishes and hugs to you, /Kit |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Friends - Friends - Friends~ See ... see ... YOU are why I share~ It's not so much about what I give ... as it's about what I receive~ Thank you from the heart of this poetess~ OhVicky~ It is just 'right' that you'd be first~ Thank you always for allowing me to share with you~ JanetMarie~ Oooooh ... you make me feel really nice~ Thanks so much~ SuthernLady~ YOU ... are friendship~ My heart hugs yours~ MartieSis~ It thrills me to have your hand to hold in this circle~ Thanks my friend~ Seymour~ You've been here from the start ... thanking you always~ BettyLou~ To reach out and touch another in word-time is a special honor I promised my great grandmother I would fulfill~ I soooooooo love and appreciate you and your lovely family~ EarthAngel~ And in the joyous overflow some things remain though some do change Always I will count the friends who've held my hand through thick and thin ... Thank you~ Betty~ You and I go waaaaaaaay back ... even before these pages blue~ How very, very much I appreciate you~ SweetDearSue~ And in the circling ... I am so glad to know you~ I wish you joy at every turn ... and that you stand in the warm circle of this friendship for many years to come~ Marti~ Oh dear lady ... this gal thanks you for the *gifts* you send my way~ I'll treasure this graphic and see if I can give it voice~ SueTang~ To stand among your 'favorites' is a place I'd love for this one to be~ Thank you always for your thoughtful kindnesses~ EllieEllieEllie~ The *gift* of your friendship and the beauties you share ... are always to be remembered in my heart~ Kethry~ Awwwww ... same to you sweetie~ Kit~ Shucks ... just had to start my day with that teary-eyed stuff, didn't ya' ? As I went back and read that beautiful piece from you ... I noticed friends who aren't here anymore ... I mailed out seven letters hoping to gently bring them back to the circle~ You're just a DOLL ! Love and *huglets* to all of you~ ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Denise
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
I can't believe it's been three years already, Marge, it seems like only yesterday! You have touched us here at Passions with your beautiful poetry and with your beautiful soul! When I count my blessings, having come to know you is definitely high on that list! Love ya, Denise |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Denise~ And YOU girlfriend ... were here from night one for me~ How I treasure the friendship bond we've made~ Always ... always I'll love the classic beauty of your caring and thoughtful soul~ Love you~ ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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2dalimit Member Elite
since 2000-02-08
Posts 2228Mississippi coast |
The poem tenderly touches my heart, as you have, since I joined PIP. Thanks, Melton |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Melton~ Ooooooh, thank you so much~ And to have you come in and read me is a blessing to me~ *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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ESP Member Elite
since 2000-01-25
Posts 2556Floating gently on a cloud.... |
3 years...and about 3000 poems no doubt!! As long as you keep sharing them you will keep touching us all with your words. You are a very sweet person and if more ppl followed ur example, the world would probably be a better place. Luv, Liz xx |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
OhLittleLizzie~ How you warm my heart~ I love you gal ... hoping and praying that the recent terrorist violence in the Africa area doesn't reach you~ Be safe, love~ *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
You know... "...until you have read the verse on his heart, |
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midnightblues Senior Member
since 2000-07-01
Posts 1597Singapore |
Awww dearest Marge, This is one of my favs too! Yay I LOVE IT!!! many Hugs Michelle If there cannot be equal in affection, then let the one with more be me - midnightblues™ |
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