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Are You Strong Enough To Love Me? - A Challenge Perhaps...
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Are You Strong Enough To Love Me? - A Challenge Perhaps... |
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Christopher
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration 
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Are you strong enough to love me, Are you brave enough to try? Can you stand ‘fore me securely, Not fall to your knees and cry? Are you strong enough to hold on, To a man who flies life free? Can you stand with me, face each dawn, Through life's insecurities? Are you strong enough to share all, Our dreams, our fates, our fears? Can you bear the weight of a fall, When life brings us unto tears? Are you strong enough to feel joy, The joy I would feel in you? Can you do as I and employ, Ev'ry kiss to be like new? Just a single man searching peace, Love in an age of darkness. Searching for misery's release, A soul for my pen's caress. For I have words inside my heart Which beg only be written, Needing only "her," to take part, Make my poetry flow again. So do you think you have the nerve, The guts to attempt this trial... Are you strong enough to love me? If so, then show me in style! |
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Nicole Senior Member
since 1999-06-23
Posts 1835Florida |
Duck!!  Quite a statement you've made m'friend, and the poem's pretty cool too!  May I never be too busy to help another's load, Then I'll be drinking from the saucer 'cause my cup has overflowed. --Author Unknown |
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Alicat Member Elite
since 1999-05-23
Posts 4094Coastal Texas |
Now that's a challenge worthy of Andy Kaufman.  Alicat the Persnikitty  |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Somebody get me a bag - I think I'm gonna R E T C H ! ! ! I'm not even strong enough to stomach this poem...LOL You've sunken even lower than I thought, my friend. Don't worry, we'll find you someone - anyone. Hey, Oscar's probably pretty strong, I'd be willing to bet.  Michael |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
No wretching from Beloved Saint-- sentiment should be not taint this heart's plea of soul's release I have walked these coals in hell. Falter? Well, I understand... instictively woman to man... Strong enough? Nay. I am but weak. 'Tis thirst or hunger that ye seek? A humble girl who mumbles rhyme surely is not worth your time. Serenity smiles for you, Chris... |
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ESP Member Elite
since 2000-01-25
Posts 2556Floating gently on a cloud.... |
I,for one, love this poem!! I think it's really really good. Love and hugs, Lizzie "Poetry is the true expression of my soul, it is my ultimate means of communication. It is my rainbow of delight." |
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zipknee Junior Member
since 1999-07-28
Posts 35Oak Park, IL |
a very good poem, but a very hard challenge. is anyone really strong enough for love and all its challenges? (yes i am a cynic of love.) |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
yes, this is a very cool poem. I love the emotions in it and the honesty of those emotions...very well written... hope the recipient is up to the challenge... if not...I like serenity's poetic reply *smile* take care, jm Well the sun sets gently on your shoulders And it makes me want to touch you there. And the light in your eyes makes me feel Like there's something much better out there Something kind... And I know someday I might be looking around Trying to find some purpose Well purpose it can't be that hard to find As long as I've got the wind... The wind and your love to carry me. vertical horizon |
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X Angel Senior Member
since 1999-11-07
Posts 1521Oregon |
What a great poem! I truly wonder how atrong anyone is....for loving someone is not an easy thing to attempt. I hope she is up to the test! ~X~ "Our life, exempt from public haunt, finds tongues in trees, books in the running brooks, sermons in stones, and good in everything." --William Shakespeare |
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christies heart Member
since 1999-08-10
Posts 189NJ, USA |
I love the sentiment of this poem and the way it was put together. A difficult challenge for many..Grant that I may not judge my niegbor until I have walked a mile in his moccasians Native American prayer |
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A Romantic Heart Member Ascendant
since 1999-09-03
Posts 5496Forever In Your Heart |
Two uplifting poems in a row....wow!!!(playing the elvis entrance music...dum.dum......) and here he is!!!! haha!!!! Very lovely piece of work here!!! outdid yourself...truely I must say Truely!!! ((winking))!!!! You know every poet needs a muse for inspiration!!!! I don't lift weights or anything,(ha ha), but my heart is strong!!! < !signature--> [This message has been edited by A Romantic Heart (edited 04-17-2000).] |
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Christopher
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
Smiles in reply, (except to Mike, who gets a raspberry!) Nic - COWARD!!! Ali - They put a man where??? Mike - #^&%$^%@$!$%#@$@$& Serenity - Now there's a woman with a heart, the only oe it seems who dares e'en try! And you've molded a beautiful response m'lady! ESP - Well thank you Lizzie! I try my best! Janet Marie - Thank you as well lady... though I must clarify: This was written with no particular person in mind, but rather to see who might reply in kind! X - Again, m'lady... s'for no one in particular. Thank you and you're right, love is something which requires a lot of strength! christies heart - Thank you as well for daring to reply! |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Raspberry! Ewey - Yak!!!! R E T C H Michael |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
ROFL @ Michael! Chris you've set some challenge here! Did this come about last night? I am already grappling at your feet. haha I've fallen! Michael find him someone quick would ya? Hugs Chris |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
You deserve to have a lady who is very nearly a saint but a I have to tell you Chris I'm good but that good I ain't! Wish I had a girl for you someone to make you smile someone to bring you joy to make your life worthwhile |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Oh my...I could respond to this one...but I might start a few nasty rumors Nice poem Chris...and I think there are many out there who would fit this bill...you just need to find the right ones |
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mariee66 Senior Member
since 2000-01-30
Posts 596Recess, OfYourMind |
So can I leave my phone number?? LOL!!! I loved this one, Chris Marie~ |
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Kissner New Member
since 2000-04-16
Posts 6 |
Very nice poem. You seem to want to experience love in the right way. |
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Skyfyre Senior Member
since 1999-08-15
Posts 1906Sitting in Michael's Lap |
Move over, Michael; my turn ... gbrggghhhhhhhhhhaaaaccccccgggghhhh! ptuie! hehehe ... Ahem, very nice poetry here. Sickeningly romantic. Got any mouthwash...?  --Me (well knowing that I will pay dearly for this) Full fathom five thy father lies, Of his bones are coral made, Those are pearls that were his eyes; Nothing of him that doth fade But doth suffer a sea-change Into something rich and strange... --William Shakespeare, from The Tempest |
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Alwye
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Member Elite
since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
Awesome! LOL, I'm sure there are plenty of women out there strong enough to love ya, you mushy romantic. However, are you strong enough to handle what they throw at you? Exellent poem. *Krista Knutson* As soon as man does not take his existence for granted, but beholds it as something unfathomably mysterious, thought begins. ~*Albert Schweitzer*~ |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Christopher~ 'A soul for my pen's caress.' Sweetheart, with lines like that your mailbox should fill up fast ! You've got it going on ! So tickled to see that smile tugging at you. Love ya' ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Jeffrey Carter
since 2000-04-08
Posts 2367State of constant confusion! |
BUUUURRRRPPPP!!!! SAY WHAT?....lol Just my two cents worth. Jeffrey |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
A rose is strong and carries on. A rose finds first the dew from someone's heart for her own growth to return, and the beauty that not only flows within her but she draws it from others. Not watered with rainwater, but well water, from deeper soul searching parts, where the only nourishment is from the soul, and the only poetry that flows is from the very essence of the soul. In that flow, comes pain, happiness, joy every emotion a person could hope to be honored enough to be considered a poet. A rose is shy, but courageous, a rose ventures forth when she feels weak and unworthy and finds that in this garden of life, our words are beautiful drops of wellwater filling one another with sustenance. She gives inspiration, encouragement, and pieces of her own soul unafraid and that is the truest form of expression. A rose is willing, able and unafraid to draw the poetry from you..... Kathleen |
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Jamie Dawg Junior Member
since 2000-03-25
Posts 35 |
Hey there! If you find someone who can do all that...then introduce me! Seriously I really love this, feel a bit shameful that I've never risen to this challenge very well at all! Great and personal too! |
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Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC |
-Chris This was beautiful! Romantic, heartfelt, very nice! You have a very talented way with words dear. And with words such as these, and the apparent heart to back it up, what girl in her right mind wouldn't fall for ya?! Take care, amy ~Live today as though it were your last but prepare for tomorrow as though it were here~ |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Geesh - Christopher bares his soul here... Reaches to the deepest part of his being to express himself... and lookee what Michael does.... We can't take you two anywhere together, can we???...  |
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Cassanova Junior Member
since 2000-04-12
Posts 39Turlock, Ca. |
I have to say that I agree with Michael and Skyfyre, Chris... BLEECH!!! GAG!!! BARF!!! (But if you get any extras, throw them my way, 'ey mate?) |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Nan, you can't take Chris anywhere with you anyway. Look at that baby face of his - he never gets through the door cause no one believes he's of age... and if he does, he just embarasses you anyway, heck I'm starting to wonder if he's really of age come to think of it! Just kidding Chris... you know I love you... hey Kess, move back over... Michael |
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Tara Simms Senior Member
since 1999-08-12
Posts 1244Honea Path, SC USA |
Christopher, I posted my reply in Open. "Strong Enough" It matters not how strait the gate; How charged with punishments the scroll; I am the master of my fate: I am the captain of my soul. --W.E. Henley |
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Compgirl Member
since 2000-02-19
Posts 85USA |
How can a guy that has these looks be fishing with this hook? A strong and possibly romatic scene with your words,its every girls dream. True love is not what one may say but hold within and brightens the day. So look with a careful eye, do not let lonelyness take your pride. Keep your guard up and fancy your dream love isn't all that it may seem. |
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Compgirl Member
since 2000-02-19
Posts 85USA |
I hit send before I was done..sorry all..I liked this very much. Just be patient... |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Jeeze, Chris, maybe you should change the title to "Are You Patient Enough To Wait In This Long of a Line For Me?"...LOL All interested in Mr. Wonderful - please sign up at WWW.Love4Sale.com (Chris's Home Page). Michael [This message has been edited by Michael (edited 04-18-2000).] |
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Christopher
Moderator
Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
ARH - Sorry I missed you when I replied. You must have snuck in on me whilst I was replying! Thank you! And yes, Elvis has re-entered the building! Mike - Oh, shaddap! Becca - Woo-hoo, (dodging) You didn't think it would be THAT easy, did you??? Sharon - No, m'lady. 'Tis you who have it wrong. It is you, who are too good for the likes of me. Ruth - But rumors are a good thing! They stimulate people's brains and give them something to talk about... it's a good booster for cultural relations!!! Mariee66 - Well... umm... you can leave your number... umm... but I don't really think that's something you really want to post to the whole world!!! Kissner - IS there really a "right" way? I think to experience it is all I ask. Kess - To be thine enemy, would make me sad indeed. So I think I'll let you get away with this, K? Alwye - Now you bring up a VERY good point. I honestly couldn't tell you the answer to that one until the time came to prove it! Marge - Ah lass, yet you've sent me none? Sigh... Another smile for you then!Jeff - Excuse you, and here's your change. Kathleen - Sigh. Now there's a beautiful response. Indeed, a rose is a beautiful symbol as well as a flower. Yet they too show weakness. Wouldst thou wilt before mine glare, or art thou indeed strong enough? Jamie - Be happy to introduce you, but methinks the ladies would rather have you present yourself to them! Aimster - "girl in her right mind..." HAHAHAHA You, m'dear, need to get to know me! Ask anyone who does, and they'll tell you that being in your right mind is a severe detriment when dealing with me! Nan - It's all Mike's fault, no matter what he tries to claim. See, he has this drinking problem... two beers, and he's on the floor. Then he's all over all the teenage girls. Sigh, kinda sad really, but it's like loving your kid... Jason - Fine then... friend?... go join Mike and Kess! Mike - OK EVERYONE! SINCE MIKE'S HERE SLANDERING ME, I FEEL I HAVE TO RISE TO MY OWN DEFENSE. I AM 26 YEARS OLD AND HAVE PROOF! I KNOW I LOOK YOUNG, BUT CONSIDER THAT A BONUS, AS WHEN I GET OLDER, I WILL STILL LOOK GOOD! Tara - On my way lady... have you indeed risen to the challenge? Compgirl - What a... nice? reply! LOL. What would you suggest? That I go to a bar to meet someone? No, I sincerely think not! I don't go to school. While I like my job ok, it's not where my passion lies, so I won't find anyone to stir my heart there. Aside from slumming around downtown, LOL, where better and what better way, to find someone with whom I share common interests and passions? And I honestly believe love is what you make of it!Mike - Haha... you're the one who keeps bumping it up! ROFL! I think you're jealous!!! |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
O my goodness, Christopher? Grab bucket, mop--- you've MELTED her.. A wicked witch becomes sweet girl-- Plea, a cry: "what a world... ------SURRENDER SERENITY...----------- |
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Skyfyre Senior Member
since 1999-08-15
Posts 1906Sitting in Michael's Lap |
LMAO ... you don' scare me, meester ... poetic license carries far, but I think this is grounds for revocation -- hehehe .... --Me Full fathom five thy father lies, Of his bones are coral made, Those are pearls that were his eyes; Nothing of him that doth fade But doth suffer a sea-change Into something rich and strange... --William Shakespeare, from The Tempest |
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Marilyn Member Elite
since 1999-09-26
Posts 2621Ontario, Canada |
Well better late then never my friend. Do you think your ready for me??...lol. Hang on to your hat...here goes nothing. Am I strong enough to love you? Is the question that you asked. I'm strong enough to bear the weight, Of many who have passed. My hearts not frail nor innocent, Nor given without thought. It out lasts anything but death, Anything that life has wrought. It shines through time and distance, It warms the very soul. It handles anything that comes, If truth would be your goal. Few things can defeat my love, Lies, deceit and fraud. If you really want my love, Go where few have traud. Show patience, kindness, truth and love, In everything you do. Teach me that a faith in you, Will keep me shining too. Am I strong enough to love you? I am and always will be. What I really need to know, Are you strong enough to love me? Well the last stanza didn't come out the way I wished it to be but what do you expect at the spur of the moment...lol. Loves and hugs my friend. |
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poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
Well, lemme tell you...I know for a fact, Michael gets queasy easy...LOL His face was in a bucket on the ship! hehehe Was a kodak moment... Actually, I think I'm gonna harf too.....erpppp..... (scoot over Michael....) share, will ya? Gads.... harffff....harffff...blappp....blapppp.....ka-toooo!  You know, if I reply to your challenge, its gonna have to be a smart-ass version. HHhhmmm....pondering.... I owe you, you little scab, you troll, you.....uh.....you cute thing you! |
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Rosebud1229 Senior Member
since 2000-04-05
Posts 1813North Carolina |
This poem is just what women crave genuine love in other words the real thing. I found it very romantic. How beautiful to express ones self so deeply. |
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Irie Senior Member
since 1999-12-01
Posts 1493Washington State |
Searching for a "true" love. You know what you want and won't take second best! This is great, I enjoyed this. I've responded to the challenge........] Sort of! |
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Cassanova Junior Member
since 2000-04-12
Posts 39Turlock, Ca. |
Hey femme! Maybe I can help you... he's making me retch too! Perhaps we can write something...special...for him? |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
I’m strong enough and brave enough To love you for my own And I would stand and face each dawn With strength you’ve never known You speak of fate and fear and weight Annoying thoughts for sure These burdens that concern your mind Ones I already bore I could provide a soulmate For your wondrous poet pen And make the words spew forth Like cooling mountain springs again I have the nerve, I have the guts To extract your finest jewel To wring the elegance and grace From out your spirit’s pool To make your trembling hand remain As steadfast as your mind To keep your footsteps on the path And never look behind So find your one great precious love More true than any other And I will love you like a son I’ll be your second mother Liz |
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Christopher
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
My goodness!!! (or rather, with me, it's probably really bad...) serenity - Ahh, and what a sweet reply, I'll not deny, it caught my eye! Kess - Dream on. Marilyn - !!! WOW! You're still amazing girl! But we've been over this before... I know I'm strong enough... but could you really, I mean really handle me??? Hmm? Gen - You missy, after all the effort I've put into being nice and replying kindly to your poems lately, stab me in the back? Et tu Brute? You fiend... I am quite sure that whatever you might write in "response" is not going to be pretty. I remember the last time you used me in your poetry... I still feel like a virtual John Bobbit! Rosebud - Crave? Desire? Want, need? What does being male or female have to do with it? I think we ALL need love!!!Irie - And what a response!!! My goodness! I feel overwhelmed by the talent that's responding to this! I'm glad it inspired some of you to let flow from the pen words of caring, kindness and strength!!! Jason - Femme said she thinks you're a hunk! (hehehe) Liz - Last, DEFINITELY not least. Luv, you've got the (non-existant) prize for best response! You have it right on the nose here, realize that the strength required for love doesn't have to come from a romantic interest, (though I know you want me!) You've got it "mom," though you better watch it...LOL, people might get the wrong idea if I start calling you that!!! |
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netswan Senior Member
since 2000-03-28
Posts 1369Washington |
Chris - I had to open up and see what kind of poem could gets 41 replies. WOW --------I hope you find her. She is out there. --) Good luck, netswan |
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poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
Oh Christopher...(handing you tissue!) You poor little innocent troll! ACK Don't even act all nice - although I know what an effort that is for the likes of you - - (ahem) Although, I have been *blessed* by your comments of late! I am truly humble that you would take the time... ROFLMAO HEY JASON - Where the heck are you? I think your idea was stupendous! I'll find you on Yahoo, and we'll discuss strategy, ok? Be thinking.... ...and Chris, you mean you haven't told him all the horrible things about me yet??? I can't believe it - YOUR friends talking to ME?? Man, you are a cool guy, I suppose. BTW, that bobbit thing, well, I've tried to write some nicer ones since, and you ran off screaming into the woods - so there. (sticking tongue out!) JASON - OH JASON !!! Come 'mere.....let's have some fun at Chris' expense.....ROFLMAO !!I wanna fix him up REAL good....hehehehe Love you Christopher, always have!!! LOL (shining halo, and fluffing wings...) |
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Marilyn Member Elite
since 1999-09-26
Posts 2621Ontario, Canada |
Hmmm Like I have told you numerous times my friend, nothing scares me nor shocks me. I have no doubt that I could handle you. You see, I too fly free and I have to follow my own path. It is in the acceptance of eachother where love lives. If we can all learn how to know someone and learn from them, grow with them and accept them for who and what they are, then we can know true love. Trying to change someone of cage them is how to kill love and the spirit. When we learn how to listen and accept our difference is when the world will become a better place to live and we can all find happiness and fulfillment. You my friend are a gift beyond words and a spirit that needs to be free. Always know that you are a friend to me and I do love you already. Without the pieces people bring into our lives we could never be complete. |
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WhiteNite Member
since 2000-04-09
Posts 241Montgomery, AL |
This one was drawing so much attention I just HAD to see what it was about. I like it... although if I were to write such a poem at the present time it would probably read: Are you stong enough to love me, Can you live with such a bore? Can you do without the luxury, In hopes of finding something more? [lol] Sorry, bout that.. just in a mood today. I like your poem though, all questions I've asked before... well.. except the "flies freely" part... that's just a recent development, that I can't really afford to entertain. Anyways... later."Don't let your character get camoflaged with your environment. Find who you are and let it stay in its true colors." --Rachel Joy Scott |
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RainbowGirl Member Elite
since 1999-07-31
Posts 3023United Kingdom |
Chris: ROFLMAO...hmmmmm...sorry..  ...ROFL...(compose yourself girl..*g* )I'm strong enough Chris but with you being a toyboy and all that I'm not sure I'd have the energy..but I wish you lots of luck in testing the samples out...LOL It's good to smile with you.. HUSG |
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Kellsue Member
since 2000-05-06
Posts 210Waukesha, WI USA |
May all those you meet through your journey in life be "strong" enough to love you. For if they're not, they will never fully know the beauty of your soul. The soul you've written from here. Beautiful poem. ~Kellsue  Reflect upon your present blessings-of which every man has many-not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some. ~Charles Dickens We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give. ~Winston Churchill |
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Compgirl Member
since 2000-02-19
Posts 85USA |
Pick me...pick me!!! |
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Lady Lost Member
since 2000-07-13
Posts 470 |
I am ) |
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Lady Lost Member
since 2000-07-13
Posts 470 |
I am ) |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
Honestly - this masterpiece couldn't rest with only 50 replies...tch... ROTFLMAO... ~snicker~  K[This message has been edited by Severn (05-25-2002 02:04 AM).] |
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Christopher
Moderator
Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
 i can't believe you brought this back up KAMALA.i hate you.  |
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Elizabeth Cor Senior Member
since 2000-10-13
Posts 879Over the river and through the woods |
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! "Can you stand ‘fore me securely, Not fall to your knees and cry?" ~snort~ This is why the plussing system exists... but sometimes it's still hard not to cry, collapse, or go into recurring seizures... especially your puns ~shudder~ (when you pull the one-liners, the voices start chanting) |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
No you don't. And honestly - you asked for it, I mean - come on... HAH K |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
awesome write Chris |
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