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Passions Gallery-Introduction (and 4,000th post)
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Passions Gallery-Introduction (and 4,000th post) |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA 
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another day is over another night of writing done usually, he just turns off the light and goes to bed but tonight, he takes a moment to look at the mantle and see the portraits he has gathered the friends he has made the influences absorbed the memories made the smiles and the tears he begins to look at some of them here's one of Isis first to welcome him here always his friend this one of Poet deVine who encouraged him and listened he likes this one of Seymour Tabin who influenced him made him want to be better he moves them a little just because this one of Ron is cool it's autographed! "Thanks for everything" it says even though it is he who should be thanking Ron here's a group photo of him and the Knights of Open #8 Parker, LongJhn, Balladeer and the rest never has he known a finer group of poets and of friends here's another one another group and what a group! Marge, Janet Marie, and Marina and he thinks that's serenity in the back there making Janet laugh look at this one it's jmlee before he met Mina he was still looking then back there in Dark we've both come a long way here's a group of newer photos on the mantle he wonders how there's room for them all but here they are Juls and Gentle Spirit right next to Wilfred Yeats in them and others he has found friendship influence and togetherness come now, let's take a closer look at his Passions Gallery tomorrow. . . --------------------------------------------------------------------- That which gives light must endure burning --Victor Frankl |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Sven~ What a beautiful look at your collection. Congratulations on your milestone ... but more for your heart. You are a pleasure to call friend. And your poetic status is hereby renewed for another 4000 posts ! I enjoy knowing that I grace the mantle of friendships portraits. Rest assured that you rest easy on mine also. Thank you, gentle poet. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
Friends of Passions, Passions Gallery is an idea that I have had for a while now. A tribute to the one thing that makes Passions what it is, the poets here and their poetry. Throughout the month, you will be seeing poems from me dedicated to various members of Passions. . . they will all have in the title "Passions Gallery", and will be in various styles and lengths. I can think of no better way to thank all of you for what you have done for me, what you mean to me, and what Passions means to me, then to pay you tribute in the best way that I know how. With my words, and from my heart. November 23 will be my One year Anniversary here at Passions, so this series will also be celebrating that. . . since I found Passions and the people here, my life has been better for knowing all of you and I hope that I've been able to give to some of you as much as you've given me. So, thank you Passions. . . it's been a great 4,000 and a wonderful year. . . here's to the next 4,000 and many more years. . . Thank you all fellow poets, members of Passions, and most importantly. . . Friends. . . Sven  --------------------------------------------------------- That which gives light must endure burning --Victor Frankl |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Sven, Congrats on 4000 and you have posted a perfect piece to mark your milestone post... thank you much for including me in this and for putting me in such poetic grand company. great idea and a creative tribute to this place we all love. (Sen...stop that) shes doing those bunny fingers behind my head aint she   |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
I look forward to reading the entire collection! Congratulations on your 4,000 post!  |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Congratulations...it's nice to know that we all feel this way about the people that make up the audience and creators of Passions! Karilea If I whisper, will you listen?...KRJ |
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snowpants Member Elite
since 2000-09-16
Posts 2061KS |
Sven, this is great! I, too, look forward to reading the rest of them!! Very nice idea! sp 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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Isis Member Ascendant
since 1999-09-06
Posts 6296Sunny Queensland |
Congrats on 4000!! Time flies when having fun!!! Thanks for the tribute to me, us and Passions in general Sven. We are part of the best online community globally!!!!! *hugs* Isis *I believe every time you put your words to paper, you change. Each feeling is set free, and you may follow.....* ~Isis~~Sovereign of the Spirit. |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Wow, love this, you have such a creative way of saying things. Congratulations on 4000, and your one year anniversary. This is one of the best places to be, and you are a big part of that. Sandra |
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Rainydays Member
since 2000-10-21
Posts 324 |
Sven, hi. I am the new kid, so I'm not on your mantle, but what a lovely way to commemorate your milestone and the obviously wonderful friendships you have been blessed with here. I really enjoyed reading, and I daresay your words allowed me a glimpse into who you are. Very nice ~ Rainydays |
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Paula Finn Member Ascendant
since 2000-06-17
Posts 5546missouri |
Sven...congrats on 4...and with such style |
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Ron K. Fox Senior Member
since 2000-10-24
Posts 925 |
Congrats on the big 4...and I'm sure your gallery will be growing by leaps and bounds...judging by the number of people here...I've met so many...and you know a few hundred times more...and recognizing evryone is a great idea...we are all inspirations to each other...and you sir are one of the top notch inspirations...I look forward to all of your writes...only the best for you...Ron Tossing words like wishful coins into the deep well of an open heart. R. fox |
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juliet_2u Senior Member
since 2000-07-23
Posts 1125North Carolina |
Jumping up and down, clapping and yelling "Woohoo, big congrats on your 4000th !!!" I am so so proud of you. You are one of the most talented poets I have ever had the privilege of knowing. And with saying that you are always one of my most treasured friends. It is indeed my honor to be among your gallery and thank you so much for the loving and heartfelt tribute. Now get over here and set a spell with me...lol. Don't us southerners have such a way with words?...hehe. Great big ole hugs to ya, Juls |
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Jamie Member Elite
since 2000-06-26
Posts 3168Blue Heaven |
What a wonderfully nice way to say how much you think of those fine people. And a great way to begin the next 1000. Congratultions Mr. Romance. < !signature-->Jamie Tu ne cede malis, sed contra audentior ito. - Virgil. "Yield thou not to adversity, but press on the more bravely". [This message has been edited by Prometheus (edited 11-01-2000).] |
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Passions Voice Member
since 2000-10-23
Posts 291Michigan |
Wow, 4,000?? That's a lot; maybe I'll get close to that someday. This is a great poem. It's very obvious that you love this place and the people in it, and that they have made quite an impression on you. I have enjoyed your work since I arrived and look forward to reading your Gallery. passion is life. . . ~Diana |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
Congrats with your 4000th posts....you have done a great job, viewing with you the photo's, the poetry.....your poetry...what always a pleasure is to read, and yes I am new inhere, but the warmth and the friendship inhere are great. as always have you captured it excellent with your words. ((hugs)) Charisma |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
Marge, thank you my friend. . .it is a joy to know that you have renewed my poetic status! One day, I might even catch you!Janet, thank you. . . I've had this idea for a long time, and I can think of no better time to do it than right now. And yes, I think that sen did do bunny ears behind you! deVine, I hope that I won't disappoint, and that the entire group will be enjoyed by all. . .thank you Sunshine, I'm glad that we all feel this way too! Thank you my friend Snowpants, thank you. . . and I hope that you will enjoy them! Isis, my friend, we are indeed. . . I hope that all us inspire and teach every day. . . thank you Sandra, thank you my friend, and it's not just me, it's you and everyone else that's here. . . we are Passions Rainydays, welcome my friend, there's always room for one more. . . and I'm glad that you were able to see some of me in this, it's something that I strive for. . . thank you Paula, thank you. . . I do try Ron, thank you noble squire. . . I do try to do my best. . . and although I may not get to everyone, I will let you see some of Passions best and brightest. . . friends and inspirations all. . . Juls, do you have any iced tea?? With lots of lemon please. . . lol. . . thank you my friend, I am glad to count you among my newest friends and hope that you will be here for a long time. . . Jamie, lol thank you. . . and I appreciate the title!Passions Voice, thank you so much. And yes, this place means a lot to me, and I hope that you enjoy them all. . . Charisma, yes, we are the "Family of Friends" that you hear so much about. . . and I'm glad that you could join us on our fun poetic ride!! ---------------------------------------------------------- That which gives light must endure burning --Victor Frankl |
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emily Member
since 2000-10-03
Posts 142USA |
it's nice to feel you belong somewhere, this is neat! Emily |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Sven I really do enjoy your writing...nice that you have stuck around for a year and 4,000...hope you stick around for many more...you have a good heart...James |
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Wilfred Yeats Member Elite
since 2000-08-04
Posts 2704Wilmington, Delaware |
Sven- I'm truly proud to be listed in your gallery - and think the idea wonderful - (pondering how I too might pay tribute to all these poets who've encouraged me these past few months I ve been here )Especilly offering congrats on 4,000 - no minor achievment ! |
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BSC
Moderator
Member Elite
since 2000-02-04
Posts 2919New York, USA |
Sounds like a quite wonderful gallery Sven, made up of quite wonderful people! Bonnie |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
well, seems you've had twice as much fun as I have! 4000! wow. This is a wonderful expression of just how I feel also! Good job, Sven! "When red-haired girls scamper like roses over the rain-green grass, and the sun drips honey."" Laurie Lee Kathleen |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Wow - That was one very rapid year - It's astounding how much fun we've had, isn't it?.. Nice work, my friend.. Keep it up.. |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Sven, I am truly filled with pride and honor that you have mentioned me among such wonderful poets here. Thank you for such a wonderful welcome, and such wonderful kindness. ~Softly smiling~  On the wings of words our spirits fly, and our souls are free. |
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juliet_2u Senior Member
since 2000-07-23
Posts 1125North Carolina |
Now Sven would it be the south if I didn't have iced tea? And you can have all the lemon you desire. Ok time for me to check on the home made pecan pie I have in the oven. Juls |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Beautiful reflections of your wonderful poet friends Sven...congrats and you'll have many many more I just know it.....very well done from the heart and soul..take care....ethome |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
emily, we all belong here. . . thank you. . . James, thank you my friend. . . I know that you've been here a while as well. . . and I know of no one who has a heart like yours. . . Wilfred, thank you sir. . . I've had this idea for a while now. . . and thought that this would be a good time to do it. . . and thanks for the congrats on the 4,000. . . Bonnie, like I said. . . it's all of us. . . we are Passions. . . thank you. . . Kathleen, I know! Isn't it cool?? Does this mean that we're moving at the same pace?? lol thank you my friend. . . Nan, you're telling me!! Seems like forever ago you were helping me get that goofy pic of me up there. . . thanks!! GS, thank you my friend. . . there's always room for one more. . . so glad that you're here. . . Juls, moon pie?? Oh, ok. . . just so long as I don't have to have greens!! ethome, thank you. . . I'm blessed to be surrounded by all of these wonderful people, including you. . . -------------------------------------------------------------- That which gives light must endure burning --Victor Frankl |
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Cerenity Member Elite
since 2000-02-16
Posts 2637Escondido-California |
Hi Sven, 4000 WOW I am so happy for you, because I know every post you made was filled with true love and affection for thee other. I know when you visted my post you made me simle so, and I cried also because I heard words so filled with loving wisdom and knew that you really ment for me to hear with open mind and heart, I was not afraid of that wisdom being bad, it was truly from your heart and I thank you so very much. You are a friend I will cherish always. Love, Cerenity "God doesn't have to be reminded that we exist. We have to be reminded that He exist!" (Writer Unknown) |
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Justbleu Member Elite
since 1999-08-31
Posts 3329Oregon, Originally From Alaska :) |
Hi there Sven Congratulations on 4000!!! I really loved this piece it placed pictures of the past almost couple of years here at Passions and made me remember things that made me laugh and made me cry and made me feel like I had friends here that cared about me and noticed when I'm away and when I return!! I enjoyed reading this emensely!!! By the way thank you for being one of the ones who makes me feel happy about being here at PIP!!! Take Care, Bridgette "Somewhere, somehow, it should be possible to touch someone and never let go again. To hold someone, not for a moment but forever." Unknown |
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Lone Wolf Member Ascendant
since 2000-03-16
Posts 5842Lansing, MI USA |
Sven, Congratulations on your 4000th post!!!!! You have marked the occasion with a wonderful tribute to those who make Passions what it is for us all . . . the poets, and of course, Ron. Where would we all be without him? Wow! Excellent work!!  Lone Wolf Poetry should surprise by fine excess...it should strike the reader as a wording of his own highest thoughts and appear almost a remembrance. -J.Keats |
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tracie66 Member Elite
since 2000-01-18
Posts 4713Australia |
Sven hon I missed this, so here I am admiring your photo's and how greatful I am that you have shared them with us...you are an incredible person, poet and a wonderful friend...here's to you kid Love your heart and spirit always winged ~HUGS~ floating my way to you Tracie~ Love is the life of the soul... It is the harmony of the universe |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Congratulations on 4,000 Sven! I'm so sorry I missed this, but came back searching as I've been admiring so many of your Passions Gallery pieces. It's a wonderful idea, and a beautiful tribute to those who have touched your romantic heart. To 4,000 more .... Best wishes, /Kit |
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CocoBaci Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 3043 |
Sven, my tardy Felications are sent to you tonite on 4000... my oh my you've been a busy man This poem holds dear to my heart because I just adore seeing how friendships blossom and as it is penned from your heart it's a jewel of its own kind. Coco |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Belated congrats on post 4000 and may your gallery always be full |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
ah, so this is the one that started it all..i have fastened my seat belt and am ready for the Ride..... |
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Irie Senior Member
since 1999-12-01
Posts 1493Washington State |
OK, so I'm a little behind here.....  This is awesome Sven...an excellent tribute to your friends! Isn't it nice to know that so many friends are made here at Passions? Now I must hurry along and do some catch up reading!  ~Sheri "The things that come to those that wait may be the things left by those who got there first" |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
classic! |
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