Open Poetry #15 |
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My MOM's ninetiest birthday - her answer to your replies |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands ![]() |
I wrote a poem for my mothers 90th birthday /pip/Forum50/HTML/001873.html and this is her answer to your replies on that one I promised you to tell you all about my mother's ninetiest ball It was hard work but so much fun except of course that burning sun About fifty people attended there flowers scattered everywhere not all her friends we did meet some were bothered by the heat One of my sisters made the food wich was getting them in the mood the other decorated the whole place wich gave her a very hot red face ![]() Henk and I made a picture carousel from then till now, looking quite well The present she got was put within a computerchair given by all her kin I printed the answers you gave me on the first poem so she could see She was touched and wept a tear and this is her answer to you dear ![]() Dear friends of my daughter Titia I've endured the storm. Like the blosoms of the trees I let all the love and friendship fall down upon me. My home looks and smells like a flowergarden. I'll never forget what our three daughters did for me this day. I was deeply touched by your replies to Titia's beautiful poem for my ninetiest birthday. The possibility of doing all that on the computer always amazes me. I wonder if I will ever be able to express my gratitude to you on the computer myself one day. Life is such a big mystery and I'm so grateful that I'm alowed to take part in it all. In my thoughts I HUG you all. Muys Schram de Jong-Meyst A rose is a rose is a rose...I guess... Feel free to use the pictures on my website. http://communities.msn.com/Titiasplace/ [This message has been edited by Titia Geertman (edited 08-27-2001).] |
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Marge Tindal![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Titia's Momma~ Girl, I hope I look just half as good as you when I reach that milestone ! ! You are GORGEOUS~ What a lovely, lovely smile~ ![]() We so enjoy your daughter, Titia's lovely poems and the beautiful flowers she shares with us. Enjoy your new computer chair and put it to good use ! ![]() Titia~ THANK YOU for sharing Mom with us ! *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Titia, Happy birthday to mom and bless you my dear. A delightful write. |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Congratulations Mom! You are a good looking gal!! Got a boyfriend? You have a sweet daughter there and she is very dear to us here! |
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catalinamoon![]()
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
To Titia, and Mom, I much enjoyed hearing about the birthday. My grandma just celebrated 94. It is pretty special to have so many memories. Sandra |
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SEA![]() ![]()
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
Titia, your mom is just the prettiest woman. I hope I can be that graceful someday ![]() |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
her note is pure poetry...what a delight coming from someone so wise. thank you for both the sharings of her and her special day. ![]() |
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RSWells Member Elite
since 2001-06-17
Posts 2533 |
Happy birthday! If you think life's a mystery than what hope have I in solving it? Maybe I should just relax and enjoy. Beautiful write Titia, I look forwar to Mom's poem on her 100th. "Oh what a tangled web we weave when first we practice to decieve" |
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Mysteria![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Dear Mom of Titia, Your letter really warmed my heart. I see such radiance in your smile, And reflections of your daughter's heart. She a a "chip off of the young block", That is so very plain to see, As I look at your beautiful smile of love, I see some of Titia looking back at me. If I even even look 1/2 as good, At ninety as you do my dear, On every single wall in my house, I shall install a great big mirror! So stylish, and adorable, And your turned 90 you say? Well I would say by looking at you, That you are are here to stay! I am really looking forward to seeing you on the pages here, now that you have that comfy chair to sit in front of your computer. Next thing, we will hear Titia saying you bought a motorcycle, lol. God Bless you and again, Happy Birthday! ~*If you can't say anything nice about someone, don't say anything at all*~ My Grandmother, Mother, and now me [This message has been edited by Mysteria (edited 08-28-2001).] |
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Mabel A. Dilley Senior Member
since 2001-03-17
Posts 859Seattle, WA, USA |
It is we, who are graced by your presence among us. Happy Birthday!! From all of us. "I am not now that which I have been." |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Titia and Titia's mom You've graced our poetic pages in just the way Passions is intended - bringing the world together as a family of friends... Happy Birthday dear lady - May you have many many more... ![]() |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
your mother is a Poet, Titia... Here is her poem from the comments above quote: Titia's Mom- You are truly a beautiful lady and have a wonderful, loving family. I can see where Titia got her kind and gentle nature. Your comments were so very poetic, I thought you might like to read them broken into lines in verse. Could you write some more for us? ![]() Titia- This is a lovely tribute! Thank you so much for sharing this with us! [This message has been edited by doreen peri (edited 08-28-2001).] |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
You sweeties you, I know she will enjoy this. Yes, she writes poetry too and proze. At the moment she is writing down the little bedtime stories she used to tell us and our children on her computer for her greatgrandchildren to read later. It's about the adventures of a little dime. When she is finished I'll turn it into a little book. I'll try and see if I can translate some of her poems for you, for she does understand some English but she's not able to write it. Thank you so much for your sweet replies on her account. Titia A rose is a rose is a rose...I guess... Feel free to use the pictures on my website. http://communities.msn.com/Titiasplace/ [This message has been edited by Titia Geertman (edited 08-28-2001).] |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
How splendid!! Now we can see where you get your talent! Welcome to OUR family! We would love to see you as a member..computers are not all that scary.. ![]() [This message has been edited by Poet deVine (edited 08-28-2001).] |
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Dennis L. White Senior Member
since 2000-02-17
Posts 1463Michigan, U.S.A. |
Titia & Mom, What a splendid celebration for one truely worthy guest of honor! Creative artistry DOES run in your Family! Continued blessings and best wishes to all of you from your friend Dennis! |
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VAS Member Rara Avis
since 2000-11-16
Posts 7450Oregon |
My, I missed this before but am glad I came in now! She reminds me of my grandma and the energies she had that far exceeded mine. When she turned 90, she said, "I'm noticing I'm starting to slow down though. When I stay out dancing on Saturday night, I sleep till nine the next morning." Some pioneer women have so much chutzpah, it's amazing!!! Enjoyed the poem, the pics, and the lovely comment from your mom. |
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cpalmer Senior Member
since 2001-06-26
Posts 977Phoenix, Az |
Oh Titia! This is just beautiful...looks like you all had a wonderful time... To Titia's mamma...You are a wonderful sweet lady..sending hugs back to you! Glad you had a good time..you have raised some wonderful daughters! Hugs Cindi |
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kaile![]() ![]()
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
life is such a big mystery and i am so grateful that i am allowed to take part in it all i was amazed at the simplicity and clarity of this sentence..this really says it all ![]() |
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Trillium![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Thank you for sharing this happy time with all of us. It has been uplifting to read your words Titia and those of your dear mother. What a special time for your family! Betty Lou Hebert |
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Lady In White![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
since 2001-02-12
Posts 2799USA |
What a wonderful smile...one can see that it's had 90 years of practice! Looking forward to celebrating your 91st! |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Titia's Mom- Wow! To look at your picture, I'd never know you just turned 90! You're absolutely beautiful! ![]() Your words reveal your lovely heart as well. ![]() You have raised a wonderful daughter in Titia, and we so enjoy reading her lovely poetry. Thank you, Titia, for sharing this wonderful day with us, and letting us see what a beautiful lady your mother is. ![]() hugs to you both, ~vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, you have not truely met the poet." -vlraynes [This message has been edited by vlraynes (edited 08-28-2001).] |
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Charisma![]() ![]() ![]()
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
Congratulations Titia with your Mom, she looks good for her age...May God bless her and gives many many more years in health and love. Titia's Moeder Mag ik u wensen nog heel veel jaren waarin u liefde en gezondheid mag blijven vergaren God's zegeningen, groot en klein uw leven mag verlichten met milde zonneschijn Van harte proficiat met uw negentigste verjaardag. Liefs Charisma |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Titia's mom: Your face brings to mind a poem I once wrote which I will quote: There is beauty in every face arch of lid breath of flower and to trace line and form is no miracle to sleight of hand but the heart light that grows and cascades from within ____ thank you Titia for the sharing of this lovely lady's birthday! |
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Mother_Earth Senior Member
since 2000-11-20
Posts 13701/2 year Texas & 1/2 year Michigan |
Titia, I so enjoyed your "picture-words" of your Mom's 90th birthday. My Mom-in-law, who also just turned 90, is "rusticating" because she doesn't want to be this old, instead of enjoying these special extra years. Your Mom's was is so much better. Lovely and wonderful, ME |
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MyEnchanted_Melody Senior Member
since 2001-05-30
Posts 1106across the land of dreams. In your heart, I'd always be. |
Congratulations.......Titia....& for your Mom It is so nice that you shared this special time with us..... I loved your Mom's words and send her my best wishes..... Thank you *********************** "Oh...me!Oh Life! |
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Ava'sEden Junior Member
since 2001-08-03
Posts 16Far&Away |
Highest regards to you lovely ladies! So glad to you had such a special day! Ava~ [This message has been edited by Ava'sEden (edited 08-28-2001).] |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Happy Birthday, Muys! I'm sure you all had a fantastic time! I wish you many many more! Thank you for sharing such a special day with us, Titia! |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee |
So happy you enjoyed your day. So glad you have each other. I think you both write wonderfully. I have really enjoyed learning about you both. Sincerely, Regina |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
Thank you all so much for your lovely replies. I know she will love them for she's asking constantly if there are any ![]() And yes, she will write a poem and I'll try to translate it for you, for she doesn't write in English and doesn't have internet yet. Titia A rose is a rose is a rose...I guess... Feel free to use the pictures on my website. http://communities.msn.com/Titiasplace/ [This message has been edited by Titia Geertman (edited 08-29-2001).] |
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