Open Poetry #16 |
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9,000 Hugs for Balladeer |
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Kit McCallum
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since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada ![]() |
![]() ![]() Nine thousand times, I thank you 'Deer, For being who you are; A man whose special gift is shared, With all, both near and far. You've touched our hearts with ballads true, Through stories that you weave; A master in the truest sense, Of truth, and make-believe. Your vast imagination seems To shine so many ways … A poignant piece, or light and fun, I always am amazed. You captivate your audience, With stories that inspire, Through narratives and anecdotes, You set our minds afire. You pen our hearts, you pen our lives, Bring characters to life, And through your words, we feel their warmth, It's always sheer delight. I've grown myself, in reading you, And truly I feel blessed, For all you are … for all you do … Sweet poet … you're the best. So thank you 'Deer, for being "you", For all that you have penned, Allowing me to know you as … A writer … poet … friend … ![]() Best wishes and hugs, /Kit [This message has been edited by Kit McCallum (edited 09-22-2001).] |
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SEA![]() ![]()
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
yes ![]() ![]() Congratulations Balladeer ![]() this is perfect Kit ![]() |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Nine thousand cans of Spam wont do ... tis not enough to say how much we adore you Nine thousand Vienna Sausages wont even be a start to tell you how your rhymes touch our heart Nine thousand days off work to golf the green still wont tell you all that you mean. Still ... I'll send these gifts your way hoping that it makes your day ... Congrats on your milestone our dearest Deer never doubt we need YOU and your rhymes around here. *spammy smooches* AND some Spammy smacks to Kit-girlie for this groovy gator poem!! love ya both ![]() |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Can I please give the 9,000 hugs? Congratulations Liz |
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Kit McCallum
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since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Thanks for joining me Susan, JM and Liz! How's about a {{{hugathon}}}, LOL ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() [This message has been edited by Kit McCallum (edited 09-22-2001).] |
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Marge Tindal![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Oh so very true~ He's one super fellow~ Big *Hugs*, my friend~ I love you~ ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Yes a man of superb poetic ability...James |
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Rex Allen McCoy Member Elite
since 2000-01-30
Posts 2863Sippin a Timmy's in London |
Not only is Mr. Balladeer a superb writer, he is also one the many who give that extra helping of time and patience to make Passions what it is Hats off to you Sir ... this world needs many more like you ![]() |
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Rex Allen McCoy Member Elite
since 2000-01-30
Posts 2863Sippin a Timmy's in London |
And by the way Kit ... after writing a beautiful tribute like this, he is going to be after you to make good on the 9000 hugs ![]() |
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Marsha![]()
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Kit dearest friend he is isn't he, and this says it all. Utterly utterly fabulous writing dear heart. ![]() Congratulations Truly you are something special you must be I don't visit here often you know ![]() Take care Love and warm stuff Mushy ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Take back the hope you gave,- I claim |
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SEA![]() ![]()
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
wait.... I've 9,000 kisses too ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
![]() AW, SHUCKS!!! SEA...I'd like to be looking at...YOU!! ![]() JANET MARIE..Thank you!! Sounds good to me! ![]() ![]() ![]() LIZ...Absolutely!! ![]() MARGE.. ![]() ![]() JAMES MICHAEL..I thank you, sir, for such kind words ![]() REX...what a wonderful thing to say!! My wholehearted thanks to you and may our friendship always continue.. ![]() MUSHY...you sweet lady! ![]() ![]() SEA....I am SO ready!!! ![]() KIT...you wonderful, wonderful lady! There is absolutely no one's poetry on this site I admire more than yours and to be the object of such a treasure brings tears to the old 'Deer's eyes. Thank you very much for the acknowledgement and such a beautiful poem...and thank you for being my friend. ![]() [This message has been edited by Balladeer (edited 09-22-2001).] |
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Kit McCallum
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since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Marge, James, Rex, Marsha and Susan ... thanks so much for joining with me. Much appreciation and {{{hugs}}} to you all. ![]() Michael ... for the many smiles you have brought me ... it's my pleasure sweet poet. ![]() (and I love all those wild animations, LOL ... especially the Aw Shucks and the devil hearts) Want some more hugs? {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{hugs}}} {{{HUGS}}} |
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Alison![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Eight years later or so, I find this poem and want to make those 9001 hugs for Balladeer. I hope that you are feeling better - and I add my thanks to this poem. You have inspired me in so many ways. Kit, this is a truly wonderful poem. Thank you both. Alison |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Wow! What memories this brings back! Look at the names....Marsha, dear Marge, Janet Marie....time does fly and things do change, don't they? Thanks for bringing it back, Alison, and for the well-wishes. It means a lot.. |
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Kit McCallum
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since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Well, it looks like we're at 20,710 {{{hugs}}} now Michael! ![]() Boy, my arms are going to get tired delivering all those, lol ... sounds good to me though. Hope you are feeling well sweet poet! ![]() |
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sandgrain Member Elite
since 1999-09-21
Posts 3662Sycamore, IL, USA |
Golly, I missed this the first time around, so I'm delighted it appeared again. "Deer," your book is on the nightstand in our guest room. So our guests have had the pleasure of reading your work before falling asleep, too. May you bask in hugs and blessings throughout your health problems. God bless, Rae |
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