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Trillium 
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA 
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From a Poet's Heart I'd like to leave a legacy For all those coming after me, Of written words, that transcend time And open up the world of rhyme. I'd want each piece to be possessed Of special merit and be blessed With something setting it apart. A missive from a poet's heart, That reflects the world I've known And shows that I can trim and hone Each word, until it fits the space And stands in its intended place! No matter what I had to say, I'd hope the subject matter may Strike a chord in someone's soul. Then I would realize my goal. But yet, I know it's not to be. There is no immortality For striving poets, such as I, Though I still feel compelled to try And there's a clouded place, inside, Where an epic poem may hide! Betty Lou Hebert Published by Drury's Publishing, 2000 |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
Oh Betty, You are so wrong. You have achieved immortality I am sure with your beautiful words as surely as the famed poets of old when poetry was appreciated by the world. I am sure they will be passed down through the ages by your children and theirs. Love, Joyce |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear Joyce: You are very kind to say so. I sometimes feel my words are blowing in the wind! Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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juliet_2u Senior Member
since 2000-07-23
Posts 1125North Carolina |
Betty, I feel the same way. I'm getting together everything Ive written thus far and saving them for my children and their children. But I don't think I will ever write anything new. You hang in there though, your words are lovely. Soft hugs, Jules |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Jules; Thanks for the encouragement. I have had a couple of chapbooks published and hopefully will be able to do a few more to leave my family. It's easier for them to have books rather than a ton of loose sheets, to read. Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
you are very talented a lovely gift to share |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
passing shadows: You are very kind! Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Isobel Senior Member
since 2004-01-17
Posts 529Qld, Australia |
Dear Betty Lou I agree with Joyce! You certainly have already left your mark as a credited poetess! Your legacy will be passed down from generation to generation! My grandchildren (when they arrive) will know from me what a wonderful poetess you are!!! As you know I am disconnecting from the net for a few months. I will miss you all here in PiP. Love Isobel xo |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear Isobel: Thanks for your faith in me! I appreciate your comments. You will be greatly missed and I'm sure others, than I, will be watching for your return. Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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midnightblues Senior Member
since 2000-07-01
Posts 1597Singapore |
Dear Betty, you are NOT an aspiring poetess.. you are a seasoned one, and talented too  Love MiCheLLe If there cannot be equal in affection, then let the one with more be me - midnightblues |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
BettyLou~ 'No matter what I had to say, I'd hope the subject matter may Strike a chord in someone's soul' Well ... by that yardstick of measure ... I can honestly say ... you've succeeded as a poetess~ Your heart touches mine ...~  *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ HI RONNIE~  ~*When the heart grieves over what it has lost, |
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Beasley Senior Member
since 2003-11-28
Posts 682Cheboygan,MI USA |
There is no immortality you say!!!! With my mouth in town? Look, girl, I've been stutting your stuff now for quite a while! Now, this poem says it exactly like it is. Those words are each a gem and they cling together with your gifted glue to make them an exquisite image. 100 years from now when they read your poem and then one of Robert Frost's, they're gonna say, "Robert Who? Oh, yeah I remember him; he invented the sweet gooey stuff that goes on top of cakes." Great poem, O thou immortal one. Love, Barb |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
MiCheLLe: And you are very kind! Thanks. Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear Marge: Thanks for your sweet words. When two hearts meet, life is complete! Love Betty Lou P.S. Ronnie says "hi" back and sends love. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear Barb: Everyone should be so lucky as to have a Barb in their lives!! Thanks much! Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Annie78 Member
since 2003-10-03
Posts 469here then there then back here |
Betty, i hope you don't mind my using your given name..once i started reading your writing i just can't stop....you will never be one that in lost in mere mortality. like the others not only do i read but i talk and encourage people to read your poetry because there are times when you have lifted my very soul from such dispere(sp) and have helped me in ways that you will never know. not to mention you always have a kind word for my writing. you will be remembered not just for what you write but for who you are... Annie there is but a short time to exist, love,laugh,live and never stop believing in miracles |
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pegasus111 Member Elite
since 2000-07-27
Posts 2219ocala, fl, usa |
what more can I possibly add to the lovely platitudes already bestowed ( well, I suppose I could squeeze out a few lines in honor of the occasion.)  *from "The Poet's Crucible" she has been many people left indelible marks on a multitude of strangers and loved ones alike all have been changed by her presence........ she is all she is nothing she is a poet.. the woods are lovely, dark, and deep, but I have promises to keep, and many miles to go before I sleep...Frost |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear Annie: I certainly don't mind your using my "real" name. I picked Trillium for a user name when I joined, because they bloom in April and I had some of them on my desk. I joined in April, 4 years ago. Annie you can't know how much your words mean to me! To be aware that something I have written, helped you over a tough time, is so rewarding for me. Thank you for telling me and also for reading my poetry. Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Oh Pegasus: This is the ultimate accolade! Thank you! Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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longte Member
since 2005-04-06
Posts 199Australia |
Wonderfully well writen The hopes and fears of anyone who has picked up a pen Live It |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
longte: Thanks. What every poet hopes for! Betty Lou |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Trillium...A special gift you are too us dear lady. Thank you for sharing all your memories with us thru your poems...  ...Paul~~To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you~~ |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Paul: Thank you for your special remarks! It is kind of you and I appreciate it! Betty Lou |
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PatAngel Member
since 2004-04-05
Posts 451California |
Dear Betty Lou, "Striving poet, such as I". Oh dear one, you surely have touched many a soul with your talent for poetry. I myself have been touched deeply by your words, as with all wonderful poets in this forum. Each has something unique and beautiful to share. Love, Patricia 'When you find a dream within your heart, don't ever let it go. |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear Patricia: Thank you for your sweet words! I always feel I have far to go in my poetic ramblings! It's really nice to know that others enjoy what I write. Love Betty Lou |
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