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Trillium 
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA 
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The "Girls" Next Door Two sisters lived next door to us. They both were old and frail. The oldest one was named Louise. The youngest, Abigail. They wore their dresses to the ground., With white shoes on their feet. The gray hair curled around each face, So dignified and sweet. We used to talk across the fence. Inconsequential things! I learned Louise crochets and tats And that "young Abie" sings. They had a gardener who would come. Each week he could be seen Trimming, mowing,watering, so Their yard was neat and green. I used to envy them because Their lives were calm, complete And from the busyiness of mine I wanted to retreat! But then one Christmas Eve, I came, With quick steps to my door. My house alight with family. Joy filled me to the core. I glanced across the hedge and saw The sisters standing there, With a nose pressed to each window, At my house they did stare. I felt the waves of lonliness Wash through each shiny pane And so I brought them home with me. It was my family's gain! Betty Lou Hebert Published by Anderie Press, 1995 and Tucumcari Review, 1998 [This message has been edited by Trillium (12-05-2003 03:36 PM).] |
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pictureme Member
since 2003-11-28
Posts 248Ohio, USA |
Nice write. I liked the rhyme to this one and the inspirational message! Sometimes things aren't always what they seem. A happy ending in a win/win situation. very touching, pictureme :-) |
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jaicie114 Senior Member
since 2003-09-27
Posts 750On the edge of forever |
Oh, Trillium... This is such a heartwarming verse. Thank you so much for sharing it with us. Love and Light...jc This I know as Truth...we are all Beings of Light. |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
pictureme: Thanks for your nice comments. I hope you are enjoying your time at Passions in Poetry! Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
jc: Nice to hear from you and thanks for your comments. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Beasley Senior Member
since 2003-11-28
Posts 682Cheboygan,MI USA |
Dear Betty, Your mind never even takes a small break. Your heart never ceases to give.This is again beautiful. My blessing that you come into my life. Barb |
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SharaRose Member Elite
since 2003-07-19
Posts 2501Somewhere out there~ |
What a beautiful soul you have, and it really shines much...Thank you for sharing. You have such a generous spirit. Love, Terri~  Well I will go down with this ship |
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Sparticus Member
since 2003-11-15
Posts 245 |
Honesty... I enjoyed this...a lot of good images and feel to it. The story is precious. the nit... Second Stroph, Line seven...Sween I think should be "Seen". Otherwise, wonderful work! Sparticus. Even with insects- |
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BloomingRose Member Elite
since 2000-08-09
Posts 3092Florida |
A very sweet story. Reminds me of a mother and daughter that lived near me. Enjoyed. Deb |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Barb: Thank you so much for your wonderful words! I am so happy to have met you too and enjoy your poetry, as well as our personal correspondence. Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Terri: What sweet remarks and they are much appreciated Thanks! Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Sparticus: Thank you and I really appreciate your pointing out the typo! I hate to miss anything when I proof read but I do sometimes. Always glad to have a chance to correct it! Glad you liked the poem! Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Deb: Thanks for reading and appreciate your remarks. Betty Lou Hebert |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
you are gifted |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
passing shadows: What a nice compliment! I much appreciate it. Thanks. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
Hello Betty Lou The kindness and warmth of your heart shines through here. Thank you for sharing this wonderful story. Take care.......Sue I am in motion |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (smiles) Yay! Oh Betty, this is beautiful, sweet friend, this glows with the true spirit of the holidays, to give and share our love, and this gift of kindness to the sisters is just beautiful! (kiss on cheek) God Bless You, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Betty, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "You'll find something that's enough to keep you |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Sue: Glad you enjoyed this. It's a true story and it's really true, that giving brings the most joy! Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Noah: Thanks for your nice comments. Glad you enjoyed this poem and I always appreciate hearing from you. Betty Lou Hebert |
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