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Auguste
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0 posted 2001-05-21 06:10 PM


I Chose to Sculpt My Life

by Michael


I rose from death
to find my body whole.  
Twice within my days
upon this orb it has been so.

For some, there is no
second chance
and I got two.
The time not yet,
I chose to sculpt my life.

Chip by painful chip
I watched as pieces fell,
and watch today,
the process still not done.

My quest is that of
character and honest words,
to offer healing to those
without hope.

A father to the little ones,
a good example be
and peaceful hum to soothe
the hearts of those in misery.

I’m but one man,
if all would help,
put selfishness aside,
more beauty do I think
they’d often see.

For holding hands
of those that hurt
I’ve seen the smiles
begin,
the healing of the
forlorn hearts,
the hope renewed.

Today I’ll take
another stranger’s hand.
  

Proust-
"Love is space and time measured by the heart"

© Copyright 2001 Michael Auguste - All Rights Reserved
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1 posted 2001-05-21 06:48 PM


What a lovely quest, wonderfully rendered,too.
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2 posted 2001-05-21 06:51 PM


It's that reaching out that does most of the job....
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3 posted 2001-05-21 07:19 PM


and the path that you follow will lead you home. . .

superb Michael. . .

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To the world, you may only be one person. But to one person, you may be the world.

walker
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4 posted 2001-05-21 08:20 PM


This poem is really beautiful, it touched my soul. Thanks for sharing!
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5 posted 2001-05-21 09:20 PM


Really, really super

Titia

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6 posted 2001-05-21 09:21 PM


Really, really super

Titia

Oops, something went wrong, oh well doesn't matter

[This message has been edited by Titia Geertman (edited 05-21-2001).]

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7 posted 2001-05-21 09:39 PM


Stunning from you once again....WOW Michael...


Lauren~


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Nothing Beautiful In This World
Is Ever Really Lost
All Things Beloved
Live on In Our Hearts...Forever."


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8 posted 2001-05-21 09:54 PM


Your writing continually amazes me, Michael.  You have great talent.  Thank you for sharing it with us.  

All writing comes
by the grace of God.
-Ralph Waldo Emerson

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9 posted 2001-05-21 10:55 PM


This is one of your best ones.. I really like it Michael..

Elizabeth Anne

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10 posted 2001-05-22 01:22 AM


A great character study of a compassionate soul, and I am sure glad I know him.  Thank you for sharing your words of love Michael.

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11 posted 2001-05-22 08:09 AM


Thank you, Michael, for these beautiful words, and your warm and open heart.
Sandra

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12 posted 2001-05-22 09:41 AM


Michael
I have become your biggest fan
Not only is your poetry beautiful and well written, it is so full of meaning and universal truths - a true delight to read
Superb writing, my friend
Liz

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13 posted 2001-05-22 11:07 AM


Hi Michael--Beautifully written with a sincere heart.
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14 posted 2001-05-22 01:58 PM


My quest is that of
character and honest words,
to offer healing to those
without hope.

beautiful thoughts.

"across the unfair divide
where black will never meet white
so read my token lips
like they never exist"

nicky wire


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15 posted 2001-05-22 05:01 PM


Virginia,
Hi, it's nice to see you.    Thanks

Karilea,
Yes, I would have to agree.  Thank you.

Sven,
Thank you for reading.  It's always good to see a post of yours

walker,
That something I wrote touches you is what every writer hopes for.  Thank you

Titia,
I like the "super." :-)  Thanks

Lauren,
Thank you for your sweet reply and a "wow" always feels good. :-)

Lone Wolf,
Thank you for the nice compliment and for reading.

Elizabeth Anne,
It's good to see you.  I've missed you.  Thanks

Sharon,
I think I know another compassionate soul and am honored that I do.  Thank you, my friend

Sandra,
You're very sweet and I do thank you, most sincerely

Liz,
My work pales in comparison to your own lovely work.  That you admire it is probably the greatest compliment you could ever give me and I do appreciate it more than you could know.  Thank you so much, my friend.

Martie,
Thanks and so good to see you back.  I've missed you, my friend.

Brian,
There are a lot of people with those thoughts and that's why the human race is such a joy to behold.  Thanks


Everyone,
Thank you for your kindness and sincere words.  You all mean a lot to me.

Michael

Proust-
"Love is space and time measured by the heart"

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16 posted 2001-05-22 06:19 PM


Michael
This was wonderful........words spoken from such a caring soul.  Thank you......Sue

Suetang

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17 posted 2001-05-23 02:56 PM


michael...i love all your poetry...this as well...you have such a caring heart...keep reaching out your hand...and your sweet voice...helen
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18 posted 2001-05-23 04:20 PM


Sue,
Thank you.  I very much enjoyed talking with you last night, my friend.  

Helen,
You are very sweet and I appreciate both the kind words and you taking time to read this one.  Thank you so much.

Proust-
"Love is space and time measured by the heart"

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you ....just hugs!
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