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cathybohannan
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Paintsville,KY

0 posted 2000-10-22 11:28 AM


When you speak you should know,
You are not the only one in the show.
What you say can hurt,
If you don't stop and think first.

Try being in their shoes,
When you say the words you chose.
Try not to put others down,
Cause things could be the other way around.

We were sent by God above,
Showing his everlasting love.
We need to love our neighbor,
Just like Jesus, our Lord and Savior.

So next time you have something to say,
Be sure it comes out the right way.
We all live together,
So we need to be friends with each other.

This poems is written to the residents of the place
where I live.


Cathy Marie Bohannan

© Copyright 2000 Cathy Marie Bohannan - All Rights Reserved
Elizabeth
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1 posted 2000-10-22 11:34 AM


Amen, Cathy. I'm glad you came in here and posted this. It brought me a little bit of peace. Thank you.

Elizabeth


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2 posted 2000-10-22 11:42 AM


Hi Cathy, I think this is beautiful and so very true....I wish more people felt like this. Wonderful poem.   -SEA
cathybohannan
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3 posted 2000-10-22 11:48 AM


Thanks Elizabeth and Sea, I am glad you
like this poem.

Marsha
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4 posted 2000-10-22 11:49 AM


Cathy this is wonderful, how often someones words can hurt and cause upset. So well stated and so well written, well done. I like this I really do, (not that I always put my brain into gear before putting my mouth in motion,) but I will try.
Take care, and welcome to the haven
                 Marsha
                      

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5 posted 2000-10-22 11:58 AM



Cathy-
   such truth here...so many times
   people speak without thinking of
   the feelings of others.  thank
   you so much for this reminder
   to all of us of just how much
   words can hurt.  

   -vicky




"...until you have read the verse on his
heart, you have not truely met the poet."
-vlraynes



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6 posted 2000-10-22 02:36 PM


Cathy~
We should all chew our words a little longer.
If they taste bitter - they probably are.
If they taste sweet - spread 'em around !

Such thoughtfulness in your verse.
~*Marge*~


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Rosemary J. Gwaltney
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7 posted 2000-10-22 03:08 PM


Wise words of truth, my friend, and well put.

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8 posted 2000-10-23 04:41 PM


almost missed this one, glad that I found it before it fade away.

wise and true words Cathy. thread add to my library.

Charisma

Kethry
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9 posted 2000-10-23 04:49 PM


Cathy,
wisdom from babes, well written and good advice.
Be well
Kethry


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10 posted 2000-10-23 06:30 PM


That is so true dear..but no matter how nice you are there will always be someone who doesnt like you or wants to put you down.. for their own selfish reasons..just be yourself, Keep writing Cathy... nicely done

                 ~Victoria~

              


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- Paul Valery (1871-1945)

Mark Bohannan
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11 posted 2000-10-23 06:53 PM


Wonderful words of wisdom my sweet little sister.  Excellent penning to bring it to light.  I love you  ya know and have fun in Reno and good luck

[This message has been edited by Mark Bohannan (edited 10-24-2000).]

Dee
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12 posted 2000-10-23 06:57 PM


Sometimes I think we all need reminders like this one. Well said, Cathy.
Dee

Kit McCallum
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13 posted 2000-10-23 07:06 PM


Wonderful sentiments Cathy! This is something I take so strongly to heart ... beautiful message, thanks so much for this lovely reminder!  

Best wishes,
/Kit

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14 posted 2000-10-23 10:38 PM


Beautiful work from a beautiful heart
Cathy...it's glowing in this piece~

Daniel J D
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15 posted 2000-10-23 11:35 PM


Words said and written all have meanings. Interpretation is a reflection of self. I agree with you wholeheartedly, many are out to hurt others deliberately with words.
Thank you for having the courage to spell it out. Cheers

Respond to my call and let the waves of my heart fill your life with the wonders of love
(Daniel J D)

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