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Andy of Mayberry
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Andy of Mayberry |
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athena4 Senior Member
since 2000-12-10
Posts 622 |
Andy of Mayberry I have to ask why, the world has changed from a simplistic encompassing of family and goodness...of true kindess and trust? Andy was a hero, in his own right. A do-gooder of all that mattered, and a friend to all who were in need. An unconditional love, for his town and his inhabitants. A father worthy of respect and admiration. Opie never had to weather the storm of MTV, and news from Columbine. Life was a fishin' hole, and a home cooked meal prepared by Aunt Bee. A deputy that lacked in so many aspects, but a respect for a friend and commorade, always led Andy to do the "right thing". Where has all that gone? Has "progress" really made a positive impact on this world we call ours? The black and white surrealism of "Mayberry" may be the only legacy of an era lost in this high-tech world of indifference. So scoff if you may, at a small town fantasy of bliss. Wouldn't the world be a better place, if Andy and Barney were our loyal friends, our loving neighbors, our little piece of nostalgia that has been lost in the desensitized world that has become our reality... Maybe Mayberry wasn't so hick and idealistic.... Perhaps, Mayberry was a blueprint on honor, family, and the entire epitome of life... Such a simple concept. Such a difficult premise to envision in this 2001 world we now call ours... As you can see, I am a big fan of "The Andy Griffith Show". A world that has sadly escaped the "real" world of today. But, the innocence and heart of that time, is never lost on one who truly believes in honor, kindness, respect and a life fulfilled of simple pleasure...Are there any more "Andy" fans out there, or am I the only one? |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
see's much wisdom in their death - sun won't rise on these. This "soapbox" is outta here...sorry. jwesley [This message has been edited by jwesley (edited 08-13-2001).] |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
By the way my friend...I did enjoy the read and though I was a faithful watcher for many years...don't catch it much anymore... I like Big Swartz - Van Damn and all that decadant stuff now. I'm one of the BG&G gang, don't know what I ever saw in that "other" stuff...hee hee. jwesley |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
I'm whistling the theme song, hear it? |
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athena4 Senior Member
since 2000-12-10
Posts 622 |
Jwesley, I can see you can relate...I wish we could revisit those times of yesteryear....They seemed so much simpler and more wonderful. And I loved Elvis, too. That was real music, from a more 'real" time. Thanks for the sweet reply.... Elise |
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athena4 Senior Member
since 2000-12-10
Posts 622 |
Duncan, Thank you...and I'm snapping my fingers, too! Here's to Andy... Elise |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Sigh..I never was so enthralled with Andy, but it sure did seem like a better life back then. And the tune is pretty catchy. Remember Lassie...and her family. What a nice little world that was. Where is Mark with that Damn time machine, anyway? S |
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athena4 Senior Member
since 2000-12-10
Posts 622 |
Sandra, We need to build one, either with a "watch" or a "dress". We really belong in another time... Love, Elise |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I was not the greatest fan of the show but I am sure the greatest fan of the principles on which it was built and as you said in your own words . "the innocence and heart of that time, is never lost on one who truly believes in honor, kindness, respect and a life fulfilled of simple pleasure" and that I do believe in so a part of Mayberry might just exist in the hearts of many? Great poem that got me thinking. To see real beauty ~ look with your heart |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Athena4~ I'm with you on this one~  Solid Gold TV viewing~ Thanks for the reminder~ I'm whistling~ ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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maeve Member
since 2001-08-01
Posts 139In the Outback |
Athena, this one I couldn't resist  I love the ideals of your poem, we still need an innocence in our lives.Maeve Take me home to Erin's shores, |
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Lady In White
since 2001-02-12
Posts 2799USA |
A big bump for the Sheriff of all time! |
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paladin
since 2001-08-05
Posts 930Pensacola,Fl. |
Made me want to go to the general store for a cold drank and a moon pie.I still love the show altough I have seen them a dozen times. paladin |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
I always liked the theme myself Elise. . .  great job. . . we all need a little "Andy" now and then. . . ------------------------------------------------------------- To the world, you may only be one person. But to one person, you may be the world. |
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