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Antique Toy Store - 6000th
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Antique Toy Store - 6000th |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania 
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Antique Toy Store Through dusty glass up on a shelf A scene that stirred my inner self Six thousand soldiers in a line Still frozen in the depths of time Poised high on horse and some afoot Their fate is wriiten in a book But renacted are the toys Six thousand men for little boys My eyes then wandered not too far Six thousand little antique cars Displayed behind the pane of glass The replicas of wheels with class Then in a corner of the store Six thousand books or maybe more The books I read in youthful times With word that sings and verse that rhymes Six thousand times I watched my son Line up his soldiers one by one And fight a battle til the end With men of courage, foe and friend Those painted cars six thousand times On roads of dirt beneath the pines Were driven through the dust by hands Of neighbor kids and little fans We’d gather on a summer porch On hazy days in August scorch And read the tales of kings and elf The ones for sale upon the shelf The nursery rhymes, the words of Milne Were etched in childhood’s learning kiln Six thousand verses memorized Of bears and moons and starry skies Those that sit upon a shelf A small reflection of myself And from these roots one day I’d find Six thousand ways to write a rhyme An antique toy store let me look Into nostalgia’s loving book And through the dusty glass of time The memories pour forth a rhyme For deeper do the words impart From chambers of a poet’s heart To you whose words I’ve cherished most I offer this six thousanth post Elizabeth Santos [This message has been edited by Elizabeth Santos (edited 05-10-2001).] |
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PortuguesePoet Junior Member
since 2001-04-24
Posts 34 |
mmmmmmm....I'm at a loss for words. An exquisite poem....... I want to go to the antique shop, Mommy can I go...LOL..... STANDING OVATION! Arlindo |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
And I enjoyed your six thousand post very very much. Congratulations Elizabeth truly a treat to read this milestone my dear friend. I hope to read many more from your hand. (((Hugs))) Charisma |
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Lady In White
since 2001-02-12
Posts 2799USA |
6000 thank yous for all that you have given us...it is not as much as we would like to do for you, but at this time, it is all that we have... Well done, Lady Santos! |
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Wilfred Yeats Member Elite
since 2000-08-04
Posts 2704Wilmington, Delaware |
First and foremost: A truly excellent and beautiful poem Next: Heartiest congratulations on achieving 6000 Last: In the years 1938-4? I've a vivid memory of yours truly playing in the dirt/sandbox - with those tootsetoy cars and trucks and myriad lead soldiers You restored that memory - perhaps I'll be able to pen something In the year 1969 (My son was 2) I bought hime some 'Matchbox' toy trucks - What began innocently - turned into a collection of well over 3000 (a real number) it started out 'his' but at his request - circa 12, 13 years later - we traded my coin collection for his 'matchbox' (he retained the 'battlekings' ~grin~ See what memories you defrosted from their cryogenic freezer?- (know anyone interested in buying some matchbox vehicles circa 1953-1985? ) |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
Oh Elizabeth, this is wonderful. Congratulations on your 6000th post dear.  Maree |
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inot2B Member Elite
since 2000-09-18
Posts 2205Arkansas |
Wow 6000th post not only did you share with us but of those memories you had with your son. Honored I feel to read of your great accomplishment. |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
thank you. . . ---------------------------------------------------- To the world, you may only be one person. But to one person, you may be the world. |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Arlindo, Thanks for your very kind response. The toy store is in Coronado, Ca. if you want to see it Charisma, Your words warm my heart. Thank you Lady in white, It is from you I draw my inspiration. Thank you for your poetry Wilfred, Yes, walking into that store is like walking back in time. Loys of neat things, but way beyond my budget. Thanks for your comments Maree, Thank you, sweet poet I not2B, Your remarks are much appreciated Sven Thank you, dear for reading. Liz |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
Liz, my friend, 6 'thank you's for your beautiful poetry...You are a most wonderful poet... and this work is just goes to prove the statement... Regards, Sudhir |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Congratualations on your 6000th post Elizabeth. I have come to Passions late but I shall be sticking around for your next 6000. I shall not to miss out on the nostalgia, and being gifted with words from one of the finest poets to grace these blue pages. Thank you so much for sharing your gift of poetry with me, and all of us here, as you DO make a difference. ~*~ I write ~ Therefore I am ~*~ |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Sudhir, Kind words from an admired poet Mysteria, Your comments are so gracious. Thank you so much Liz |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
LizzieLady~ Here we are ... still together after all this time.  Congratulations, dear poet. A lovely, nostalgic render to touch the heart with tender recall. *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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wayoutwalt Member Elite
since 1999-06-22
Posts 4870TEXAS (it's all big) |
awesome yuh CONGRAT-O-LA-SHUNS [This message has been edited by wayoutwalt (edited 05-10-2001).] |
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EagleOne Member Elite
since 2000-03-07
Posts 2829Between a laugh and a tear... |
Congratulations! And thank you for sharing so much, take care! "Friends are quiet angels who lift us to our |
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EagleOne Member Elite
since 2000-03-07
Posts 2829Between a laugh and a tear... |
Congratulations! And thank you for sharing so much, take care! "Friends are quiet angels who lift us to our |
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EagleOne Member Elite
since 2000-03-07
Posts 2829Between a laugh and a tear... |
Congratulations! And thank you for sharing so much, take care! "Friends are quiet angels who lift us to our |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Liz--This poem touched me...as yours always do. I have a collection of those soldiers, they are full of time past for my husband. Treasures, for sure...as is your poetry, my friend. Congratulaions on 6000...and big Hugs!!!!! |
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Paula Finn Member Ascendant
since 2000-06-17
Posts 5546missouri |
There is ever beauty in your words sweet lady...thank you for all you have given us...you are what Passions is all about...grace beauty strength...congratulations |
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VAS Member Rara Avis
since 2000-11-16
Posts 7450Oregon |
6000th post and a rhyme for the times...filled with nostalgia, beautifully penned. Enjoyed the read!!! |
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A Whisper's Caress Senior Member
since 2000-11-03
Posts 791on the horizon of a fairytale |
6000? wow, quite an accomplishment. much to be congratulated for. And I loved the poem. May your dreams always dance to the rhythm of a lover's heartbeat... |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
"Those that sit upon a shelf A small reflection of myself And from these roots one day I’d find Six thousand ways to write a rhyme" A heartfelt and hearty congratulations on 6,000 Elizabeth!!! What an incredibly wonderful story to mark this milestone with! The flow, rhythm and rhyme was superbly held throughout as always, and such a delightful and charming nostalgic look back in time. I could read your words all day long Liz ... just beautiful! Best wishes, /Kit |
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OLIAS Senior Member
since 2000-06-20
Posts 1090Pearl city Iowa |
I love your poem, and I love toys I still buy them just can't resist it, they keep me young. Congratulations on your 6000th and thank you its a lot of happiness you have spread around. Regards, Olias. |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
Wow, 6000 - this is a lovely poem packed with nostalgia - and congradulations, too! Corinne |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Congratulations on number 6000. You are an amazing poet! I've never read anything of yours that wasn't pure and lovely! And you are a beautiful person too..what more could we ask for except 6000 more?  |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
Congratulations to one of the finest poets in cyberspace or anywhere for that matter. It is a pleasure to read your words. Kathleen Blake |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Marge, Yep, we're still here, and I still remember those first weeks. What fun. Thanks, dear Thanks Walt, for youe kind comments Eagle one. Three big THANKS! Martie, we also have soldiers and cars, but paid much less than those prices in the antique store! Thank you Paula, you have warmed my heart with your comments VAS, Glad you enjoyed this Whisper, Thank you so much for the comments Kit, Thank you , my dear friend, for your warmth and friendship, and for always reading my poetry Thank you, Olias for your kind comments Corrine, Thanks, dear PDV, What lovely remarks, Thank you for the encouraging words Kathleen, From one whose writing I so admire, your words touch my heart Liz |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
How in the world did I miss this? Congratulations, Elizabeth! If I were only allowed to read 6 posts of yours I would consider myself blessed...6000 is a cornucopia of delight..Thank you, Elizabeth, for being here and for simply being. You have enriched my life... |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Mr. Balladeer, Your comments are touching, but the last line could have been written by me to you. Your poetry has not only inpired, but is one of the hallmarks of excellence at passions. It's been nice having you around Thank you for the warm comments Liz |
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Denise
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Perfection, as always, Elizabeth! Congratulations on #6,000! |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
THank you, Denise. Lets get together Talk to you soon Liz |
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