Open Poetry #10 |
Lessons Learned |
Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC |
“Lessons Learned” ***dedicated to Mom, my Guardian Angel*** Many lessons in life I’ve learned First one…if you don’t watch out for the flame You will get burned How you want others to treat you, treat them the same Say what you have to say today Don’t wait until tomorrow Make the best of life…come whatever may And remember the times of good, let go of the times of sorrow If you make a promise, make sure it’s one you can keep Be true to who you are It’s okay sometimes to break down and weep Don’t be afraid to wish upon a star Life is what you make of it… it’s all up to you Everything happens for a reason If you never give up faith, miracles can come true And things are always changing, with the passing of the season A friend is the most precious gift Family and friends are more important than money or gold Show someone you care, give them a lift The most treasured people on this earth, is the old Sunny skies are just around the corner or bend Angels really do exist… they are all around Meeting your soul mate can help your heart mend Tears when they fall, even the most silent ones, do make a sound It’s not whether you win or lose, its HOW you play the game The man on the street is just the same as I Take the time to ask him his name Make the most of right now, before life passes on by People come and people go Sometimes the river of life is hard to understand and see All things that happen shape who we are and help us to grow Being with Passions and writing poetry has made me free. ~Amy Kennedy~ |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Amy! Your muse sits delightfully on your shoulder today...well done... Karilea If I whisper, will you listen?...KRJ |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Wow Amy! You've packed this full of such wonderful wisdom ... a poem to live by. What a beautiful inspiration your mother is, bless her for teaching you these wonderful ways. Take care, Best wishes, /Kit |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Amy, your being with Passions has enriched us all. My admiration to your mother for raising such an intelligent and caring daughter.... |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
I must echo what Balladeer has said. . . your Mother is to be commended for raising such a wonderful and caring woman. . . Excellent poem Amy!! ---------------------------------------------------------- That which gives light must endure burning --Victor Frankl |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
ya know what....i just LOVE when you prove me right sweets... this is awesome...and yes...your pen is writing for 2 again ... and most of all...Im smiling cause ya didnt "lay that pen down" afterall ... excellent uplifting poem Amy... if ya get any wiser ... your gonna surpise even your self.. love ya me |
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Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC |
thanks to all for your beautiful comments. i am reading all this fine poetry this morning and it just has me beaming from ear to ear. you guys are the best. love ya, amy... jan--you've gone and done it again. making me smile REAL big . AND i just want you to know part of the reason that i have gotten so wise as you say, is because of people like YOU! i learn something new everyday from ya girlie, and you still are one of the finest poets i've ever read. love ya, aim |
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Alle'cram Senior Member
since 2000-02-28
Posts 1816Texas |
Amy, This is so touching and tender. The art stands alone speaking your heart and the wisdom of your poem enriches us all. Beautiful in every way. Love, Marcy |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
Well, I couldn't just select one line, they were all wonderful. This would make any mother proud! "When red-haired girls scamper like roses over the rain-green grass, and the sun drips honey."" Laurie Lee Kathleen |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Amy, this is so beautifully written packed with truth and honesty, and your soul shines through this love, it really does. You have learnt to: 'speak your truth quietly and clearly, and listen to others, even the dull and ignorant they too have their story.' Your mothers are so proud of their daughter, their angel smiles, will always be with you. I really love this one Amy it is soooooo gooood Take care Marsha Take back the hope you gave,- I claim Only a memory of the same Robert Browning |
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Ron K. Fox Senior Member
since 2000-10-24
Posts 925 |
this is an inspirational piece indeed. and thank you for sharing and reminding us, for sometimes these things we do forget in the hectic rush of everyday life. And congrats to mom for passing the wonderful trait of kindness to you. Tossing words like wishful coins into the deep well of an open heart. R. fox |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Amy, see this grin more bright than the moon it's because you returned really soon I missed your work and now that your back I can start reading emotions I lack. When writing the subjects that you do so well I am reminded, why to passions I came to dwell. Excellent, excellent verse. Be well Kethry Growth demands a temporary surrender of security. Gail Sheehy |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
You have lightened the forum with these words of wisdom and tribute to your mother. A reminder to all of us of simple lessons that we often forget A beautiful poem Liz |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
You have learned your lessons very well....your mom can be proud on you! you have expressed your words so well in this wonderful tribute for your mom....I really enjoyed it, and love it....you have done a great job with this one. Hugs Charisma |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
Amy, This is ever so lovely, ever so wonderful... what a delight it is to read your poetry... regards, Sudhir |
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ParisGrl Senior Member
since 2000-06-01
Posts 610 |
Amy, Wow.....i think this is your best poem ever! (except for the ones about me.) LOL Seriously, though i am speechless. These are definitely words to live by. I liked the line about soul-mates. ;-) Well my dear, i'll ttyl. Laura |
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Butterflies_dont_cry Member Elite
since 2000-03-06
Posts 3733Michigan |
Amy* This is the most beautiful of your poems about your mother I think...it's so hard to choose when they all come from your heart and they are so finely woven with your memories of her...hugs to you sweet girl..your heart is touched with her love and it glows~ |
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snowpants Member Elite
since 2000-09-16
Posts 2061KS |
'People come and people go Sometimes the river of life is hard to understand and see All things that happen shape who we are and help us to grow' Hey, Aim!! This is absolutely beautiful!! You've got some incredible lines and lessons in here. Love it!! sp (I'm off to get some some of that thar cahfee over yonder now ) Do not go where the path may lead, but instead, go where there is no path and leave a trail. - Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
This a wonderful inspired piece filled with wisdom and respect....I felt charmed by the sincerity of the content...exceptional!! |
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