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| Open Poetry #12 |
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Four Poet Friends (Revised with Photos) |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania 
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 (We'll get one with Denise included ASAP) Four Poet Friends They came together in this place Four poet friends from cyberspace And now in person they embrace Gathering at a statue's base Their ancestors had come before And passed through Ellis Island?s door I greeted them with torch aflame And here they sealed a given name Descendents of those immigrants Look up at me in reverence Imagining the joy that reigned When first they spotted freedom?s flame The fourth friend came to visit me From far across Pacific?s sea And yet for her my torch still gleams A welcoming for future dreams Nan, Kamla, Liz, Denise Meeting in a place of peace Where generations came before And landed on this island shore Four poet friends from cyber space Whose kin came from another place Are joined by love of poetry And me, Statue of Liberty Elizabeth Santos  [This message has been edited by Nan (edited 02-25-2001).] |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Wonderful tribute to these fine poets Elizabeth! You have painted the cyberspace picture into a poetic scene of deep love and friendship...and thank goodness for all the different nationalities that embrace us with their different cultures...from this we learn and grow. We do it here all the time by reading the words of others....take care ethome The poet is like a cocoon; in him the caterpillar of the past finds rest, and from him the butterfly of the future emerges. |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
I bet it was wonderful!!! Did someone take photos??? This is great Liz.  |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
It was indeed wonderful - They're even considering letting me go home today... As soon as I arrive, I'll get some photos developed to share with everyone. This poem is wonderful, Elizabeth. I had never before visited the spot where my ancestors first stepped upon American soil... That in itself was moving for me - To share it with such wonderful people made the experience even more special. It's interesting that it took a special young lady from another country to bring us all there... Thanks Kamla, you're a sweetie... Denise, you're every bit as awesome as I anticipated... and Liz, you're simply an astounding lady. Thank you for your wonderful hospitality and for this absolutely beautiful poem..  |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I give thanks to Ron for bringing you ALL together... and somehow? I know the rest of Passions was there as well... |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Elizabeth, Wonderful poem and thank God for the telephone. Had a ball talking to all of you. Love Sy |
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Parker Member Elite
since 2000-01-06
Posts 3129ON |
Liz, wonderful piece to tribute those four. Now if we could only get that big gathering going for all to come.. it would be amazing. Parker |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Liz--this is a very special poem...and you are a special lady! |
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Jamie Member Elite
since 2000-06-26
Posts 3168Blue Heaven |
I almost felt like I was there with you guys before, now I really do. Take care... Jamie Tu ne cede malis, sed contra audentior ito. - Virgil. "Yield thou not to adversity, but press on the more bravely". |
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Denise
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Yes, I took photos and had them developed today. I tried to upload an awesome picture of the Statue of Liberty but geocites must be having a problem tonight because it isn't letting me upload anything. I'll try again later. We had a fabulous time, wish I could have spent more time with you wonderful people!!! We must do it again, real soon!!! Lovely poem, Elizabeth!!! |
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Meadowmuse Member Elite
since 1999-12-27
Posts 3263 |
How wonderful that you all could get together, and Liz, this poem from the statues point of view is wonderful. Congratulations on a memorable experience and this lovely poem. (o: Claire Could a greater miracle take place than for us to look through each other's eyes for an instant?......Henry David Thoreau |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
ethome, It was just that - a day of friendship. Thanks for your kind words PDV, Thank you, and yes, we all took pictures' -EVERYWHERE! Nan, It was a truly memorable day, indeed for I got to meet you and it was enjoyable just spending time with you at my house. I hope you come back. Incidentally ,we're in the midst of a snowsyorm (about 6 inches). Our little New zealander was in awe. THank you for being such a willing hostage, Nan' We did a a great time Sunshine. Yes, we talked about Ron and thst fact, and you were all in our thoughts and in our hearts. Thanks, dear friend Sy, It was wonderful talking to you. Wish you could have joined us! Parker, I wish also that more of us could get together. If you live anywhere near, please come anytime. Martie, and you are a very special poet Prometheus, For some reason I have had the same feeling - that you are here with us Thanks, my friend Denise, Thank you Denise. Can't wait to see your pictures. What a lovely and memorable day. Too bad Ellie couldn't make it -next time Claire, Thank you, Claire, we had a ball! |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
*sigh* it's not working for some reason (?) I'll keep trying. It's an awesome picture. [This message has been edited by Denise (edited 02-22-2001).] |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
phooey.... [This message has been edited by Denise (edited 02-22-2001).] |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
Heh...Denise...oh the frustration of technology huh? Well, I am sitting here sniffing - unable to travel like this - so I get more time in America. With you dear Lizzy...it's wonderful staying with you - you really are my second Mom/Mum... I'll never forget the statue day lol...(even if I was too sick to really be there hahah)...and as for you two ladies...Nan and Denise - what can I say? I love ya both and have been privileged to meet you... Hugs Liz - for a lovely poem, and just for being you. ...and I have found a lifetime can be lived in one moment... |
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wayoutwalt Member Elite
since 1999-06-22
Posts 4870TEXAS (it's all big) |
where's the tour going next hmmmmm. this poem was rock n roll!!! |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
terrific poem, Liz....brings back memories of another meeting last year, which I still have very fond memories of. I wish I had been there with you all....I look forward to the pictures....HI, KAMMIE!!!!!!!!  |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Yes, Kamla, very frustrating. I have the pictures uploaded, finally, but they still aren't showing up. Well, when the problem finally corrects itself, I'll just have to post it here then. It's an awesome picture that will go perfectly with this awesome poem! Hope you're feeling better! |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
darnit!i missed it.... *sigh* but... i'm so VERY glad you all met and wish i could have been there.... i had a few poetpeople visit me a while back... and it was wonderful... i hope to do it again and believe me i'll invite the four i missed this time...  |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
HI 'DEER! LOL. Denise - Liz just got some developed today. I look disgusting heh. There is a really nice one of you and Nan at Battery Park. And I am SLOWLY getting better. Hey - guess where I am going on Sunday...just guess hehehe.. hugs you  K |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Uhmm...guessing here, Kamla...you're going to visit the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Betsy Ross House, Elfreth's Alley, the Philadelphia Zoo, The Museum of Art, The Franklin Institute?? Or maybe, California, Florida, Cape Cod?? Nothing would surprise me, you little world traveler, you!!! So...where are you going? Have I come close? |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
NOPE! |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
This was a lovely tribute of your special memories with all Liz ... just wonderful! Oh, I'll say it again .... you lucky, lucky, ladies. What a treat to be able to meet in person and spend some time together!  Did you get the pictures up yet Denise??? And where were you heading next Kamla? Best wishes and hugs to all, /Kit |
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dgvarner Member Elite
since 2000-05-13
Posts 3552High Springs, Florida |
this is so COOL! how i'd love to meet some passionites in person!  i'm so glad you wrote this poem to share with us ...i hope kamla is feeling better! (so where were you going to visit next kamla...the doc? lol) hugs, g "there is no BEST in a world of INDIVIDUALS..." "FORGIVENESS is giving up my right to hurt you for hurting me..." |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Hey - Where'd this cast of characters come from?... Where's Denise?... Oh.. She's taking the picture!!!... Get back in there, Denise.. |
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Voiceless Senior Member
since 2001-02-19
Posts 686Under the stars upon the wind |
That's wonderful.. You must have had a great time! ~*Peachy Be*~ |
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Elizabeth
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Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
Great photos! Looks like you guys had fun...and I know from the poem you did. Thanks for sharing!  |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
The pictures look great!!! Thanks for posting them for me, Nan!!! You all look wonderful!!! Isn't that cool how the sun was shining just so on my lens to make the Statue of Liberty such a lovely rainbow of color?!! |
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Poet deVine
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since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Great photos!! And yes, Denise that was lovely...Ms. Liberty wore her 'multi-colored' frock!!  |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
very very nice...Denise I just wanted to say it's not you. Geocities wouldn't let my pictures load on passions either...I tried at least 15 times the other day..I heard they are upset with sites using their bandwidth..just something told to me from another site that has lost every picture on it that was stored on a geocities page.. Looks like you all had a wonderful time...though *s ~Wynter "The worst prison would be a closed heart". ...Pope John Paul II |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
Apparently - I look like I have chipmunk cheeks in that photo - according to Jamie...and he said in consternation - but you don't look like that! HEHEHEHE...whaddya all think? Chipmunk or no? HAHAHAA What the heck happened to the green lady? lol Hugs K...and I have found a lifetime can be lived in one moment... |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
The green lady got just a dash of peach! As for your photo, I think it is lovely, of all of you, but of course the camera can't do any of you justice. You are all 100 times more lovely in person!! Wynter, I was afraid of that. I guess they are prohibiting the use of graphics stored with them just as angelfire does...too bad. I was just starting to have fun being that I have only recently been able to use graphics. I guess we will just have to wait until Ron gets us some storage space here at Passions that we can use. [This message has been edited by Denise (edited 02-25-2001).] |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Day late and too many dollars short.  Excellent poem Liz! Sounds and looks like y'all had fun! Wishing I could have been there  Denise, I'm having the same problem. I don't remember reading about them doing such a thing. I had some posted in another forum, and well all of a sudden they didn't show up anymore.  |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Kamla, Hope you're having fun. Looks like you got to a working computer. You do not look anything like a chipmunk Denise, I have a nice picture of you and Nan but I don't know how to send it. I'll try again. Thanks girls for a wonderful day and a wonderful week Liz |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
It's so wonderful to "see" you all !!! |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
oh this must be a wonderful meeting than, four amazing poets together....think it must be a marvelous time....loved reading it. ((hugs)) Charisma |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
HAHAHAHAAAAAA LOLOLOLOLOLOL HAHAHAAA K...and I have found a lifetime can be lived in one moment... |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
If that's Kamla looking bad....she must be something else when she's looking good...recognized Nan right off the bat, and Liz? So VERY good to see you! |
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VAS Member Rara Avis
since 2000-11-16
Posts 7450Oregon |
Terribly exciting to know you were able to meet, and in such an exciting place and manner. Thanks for sharing, Liz! |
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Elizabeth
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Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
Hmm, no chipmunks as far as I can see....now maybe if Jamie were in there, I'd be saying different (KIDDING!). |
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sonagolese Junior Member
since 2001-02-26
Posts 18Virginia |
Absolutely stunning imagery and metre. I thoroughly enjoyed your poem. |
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Dee Member Elite
since 2000-08-19
Posts 2330Queensland, Australia |
Great poem, especially looking at it from the statue'spoint of view. I can see you all had a wonderful time. I am so jealous! Dee I wish you every happiness and may you always have the best of the good things in life. a brand |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Four poet friends, One is Balladeer, LongJohn is another, Toerag's never here. That's three you say I know, But LongJohn's math is bad, Balladeer can't count at all, And that leaves poor Toerag Your poem is great as always, Your thoughts are so damn nice, I think you really ought to write, Twenty books might just suffice. |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Yanno...I got so drunk once I pulled out a smoke and asked the statue for a light once......that's not so bad, I asked a mirror what time it was once too?.... |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
Kari - this really was a bad day for me - I was SOOO sick here, I found it hard to walk...just ask Nan and Denise lol - all the way around the base of the statue i'd stop and sit on the fencelike thing lol...as energetic as a...as a...um..hm...dead battery? That was me heh. Nan looks like she should be on broadway - that's what I reckon... Oh and Elizabeth - Jamie is far too....skinny....to be a chipmunk heh heh... K...and I have found a lifetime can be lived in one moment... |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
its heartwarming to know how one can make lasting friends through cyberspace..thanx for sharing |
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Denise
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Rebecca - Yes, I think they've done something to prevent posting pictures stored there. I wish I knew of another alternative (other than bugging Nan all the time...hehehe) You were a real trooper, Kamla, keeping up with us when you were feeling so sick. Glad you're feeling better now. Next time we must do Broadway!! Liz - check your email! Rebecca, Dee, Elizabeth, Karilea and everybody else (can't remember all the names and my Show topic only shows page 1 of this thread...hehe) It would be wonderful if we could all get together one of these days, wouldn't it? |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
THanks you all for your responses to the poem, and thanks Toe for the verse. My mirror also talks back to me, but I don't drink. Kamla, Skinny? He looks pretty well built to me. Now don't forget to come back, dear. Liz |
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Wilfred Yeats Member Elite
since 2000-08-04
Posts 2704Wilmington, Delaware |
most cool - (loved the pics too) "Give me your tired your poor your huddled masses yearning to breathe free the wretched refuse of your teeming shore send these - the homeless tempest tossed to me I lift me lamp beside the golden door" (from memory - hope i did it right) |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Yep, you got it right, Wilfred! I checked it against my Statue of Liberty coffee mug that I bought at the souvenier shop on Liberty Island. Great memory you got there! The only differences were a few commas, periods and 'tempest tossed' is spelled 'tempest-tost' on my mug (same difference!) |
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