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I'm not waiting around for the President
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I'm not waiting around for the President |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion 
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For those of you who know me, you know I strive to lighten hearts, often with Balladeer as my foil. I overcompensate for stress by use of humor, because sometimes it is the only way I can keep from caving in and curling up. Sometimes I write seriously, but usually I prefer to leave that to others. But not of this time, even though the Topic Subject could be viewed as such. The strength I draw from humor that has carried me before is not there now. I am blessed to have Susan (Lorelei54) in times like this, with her constant love and friendship. I am also blessed with the support I draw from my fellow poets. I'm taking some responsibility For evening up the score. I'll not wait content for our President To visit their wretched shore. I'm going to fight with the weapons I have To sicken their souls and hearts. They'll hate me more than they did before, And they'll curse me for my part. I've diligently worked in my service to The public I swore to protect. I've waded in deep and earned my keep, But they ain't seen nothin' yet! I'm dedicating myself in honor To every life those killers refused. There'll seem to be not one, but three Doing the work that I produce. My weapon will be the work I do, The life I live and the people I love. I'll be a better man, take stronger stands, And not settle for "good enough." They won't win here if we stand as one, And honor our maimed and dead. Then go the extra mile with a determined smile, And "pour ashes on their head." So that when they point to what they've done, As they celebrate, dance and sing. Our work will stand tall above it all, Thus saying, "You haven't gained a thing." [This message has been edited by LngJhnAg (edited 09-14-2001).] |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Mr. Long John - Have a Cookie! This is exactly how best to proceed! Well done Sir! |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
Sir..I could not agree more!! |
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Carolina Member
since 2001-08-17
Posts 224Myrtle Beach, SC |
{{{HUGGZZZ}}}}}} I wish and hope everyone takes your view. Live today as if it's your last. Love today as if it's your first. Lisa |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
Well said  Charisma |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
You've said it all LJ! Thanks for having the pride to say it and share it! On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free. |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
My dear poetic friends - This one man, of any we have here as Passionate members, is indeed capable of carrying out this promise. His words are very special. Trust in him - He knows of what he speaks. Washington DC and our country are a better place because of the work you do, Mike. I personally thank you and your colleagues; and I put my trust in you to help the world through this difficult time. I love you and Susan dearly, and look forward to seeing you....  |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
i hope you don't mind if i lean on your strength right now..... ... thank you for this..... |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Thank you. This is amazing....  |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
Amen, Mike, but you be careful out there, here? Corinne |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Mike, One for all and all for one. I'm behind you till it's done. |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Blessings and hugs to your for this! |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
LongJohn~ Your determination and resolve is a lit candle to us all ~ May God bless and protect America and may we be ever-mindful of our strength, duties and appreciation to those who work to keep this the home of the brave and the free ~ Be safe, our friend ~ ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Songbird Member Elite
since 1999-12-15
Posts 2184Missouri |
From their evil deeds we'll take not the lesson they intended us to learn, but what we can all together do to make the globe a better safer world for all of those cherish freedon and long to make the world a better place. [This message has been edited by Songbird (edited 09-14-2001).] |
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Local Rebel Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-21
Posts 5767Southern Abstentia |
superb mike....maybe you're not such a scalawag after all... |
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RSWells Member Elite
since 2001-06-17
Posts 2533 |
It's the American thing to do. Enjoyed. |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
I knew there was no limit to the depths you could sink to but I had no idea!!!!!! I'm not treating you mean any more!!  Great writing, Mike. I echo Nan's sentiments. I feel a whole lot better knowing people like you are working on our side (all those travel brochures on my table are just coincidence  ) |
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Alwye
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Member Elite
since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
Amen to that....we must unite and then the terrorists will have no strength. We must use our spirit and our capacity to love. Excellent writing, dear friend.  *Krista Knutson* |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
I applaud your spirit and I hope it is contagious! Betty Lou Hebert |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee |
God Bless you and keep you strong and Protect you as you carry out your duty. I can't tell you how grateful we are to all of those that muster the courage as our force. Thank you for your devotion LngJhn! Psalm 23: "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me. Love and Hugs to you and yours. Sincerely, Regina |
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Lorelei54 Member
since 1999-07-27
Posts 458 |
My dear friends...I thank you all for the support you give up, for your calls, and emails and concern knowing we live near DC...It's a rarity to see Mike write with so much passion as he states, humor is his way with dealing with pain, but inside this man, he in genuine, true, loving and sincerce every day of his life...and for him I am thanksful.. God Bless Us all |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
You know I missed this, don't know how...but I have to tell you, I know I sit up across the border, but I am petrified up here too, and you just made me feel one hell of a whole lot better, thank you for that, and I mean it. |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
I'll not settle for "good enough"... I'll give it my best and a little more. Thank YOU Sir! |
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RSEvans Senior Member
since 1999-10-23
Posts 1147Tulsa, OK, USA |
I know that I can only echo the sentiment here when I say "Well done". But just in case you missed the sentiment, Well done,LJ. You are definately one of the stars in my flag, sir. |
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Ron
Administrator
Member Rara Avis
since 1999-05-19
Posts 8669Michigan, US |
Well and rightly said. This one is a definite keeper.  |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
A great big salute to you from one who's caved in and curled up far too long. *S* This is great, Mike... from a great man. I thank you. |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
Well, I'm late I know, haven't been in #15 for a while. Glad I caught this in time though. Thank you Sir, LngJhnAg to express in this beautiful poem what everyone of us thinks. Titia A rose is a rose is a rose...I guess... |
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