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Sunshine
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0 posted 2001-10-24 08:00 AM


Safer Havens

one would think our safe havens
were at the very least, lost
as our dear ones are searching
their lives seem grave, tempest tossed

in calm days a step forward
seemed the very thing to do
now some take a wait and see
to see what their leaders do

for as we know, some leaders
are circular bound, you see
there are many levels of
leaders, such as you, and me

But call me not a leader,
I'd rather guide you along
let you trust your own instincts
to find where you best belong

now tell me what you know best
for we'll leave our faults behind
just for our sakes, there's no test
we will speak what's on our mind

comforting arms we'll hold out
and still we'll gather all facts
for certain truths shall guide us
knowledge will help us react

to be your own safe haven
by word, or act, or good deed
will gain you back a haven
where you may place your needs

I may be your safe haven
willing hands I offer you
seeing through black tempest's pitch
it's the least that all might do

©Karilea Rilling Jungel
23 October 2001

© Copyright 2001 Karilea Rilling Jungel - All Rights Reserved
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1 posted 2001-10-24 08:11 AM




(big hugggssssss) Oh Karilea, yes indeed, we look up for each other, and while we care for ourselves, friends are always here to help one another! (smiles) Your heart shines like the sunshine you are for yourself and the love and compassion of us all! We all love you so much! (big hugggssssss) You have such a sweet heart, sweet Karilea, thank you for sharing!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

Alan
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2 posted 2001-10-24 08:33 AM


Karilea..this is so very true. We all need helping hands at times. enjoyed your write as always
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3 posted 2001-10-24 08:39 AM


Karilea,
I'll follow that rule. Nice write enjoyed. *L*

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4 posted 2001-10-24 08:40 AM


I may be your safe haven
willing hands I offer you
seeing through black tempest's pitch
it's the least that all might do


Striking words, written so lovely.  


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5 posted 2001-10-24 09:19 AM


With every word you write you embrace us all in the haven of your heart giving love and strength to those in need of some of your special sunlight. Magnificent poem, Sunshine, and so very you. I love it.  

Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams.

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6 posted 2001-10-24 10:39 AM


Hey, I like this Sunshine. Very good!
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7 posted 2001-10-24 10:45 AM


yes, this is a very comforting thought this morning, thank you!

-befriend yourself and you will never be alone-

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8 posted 2001-10-24 11:00 AM


none of us really wants to be a leader, but we'll usually slide into the front seat where and when necessary ... and nice to know that others will take their turn so we all learn new strengths, together

or something like that

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Deep in the heart
9 posted 2001-10-24 03:39 PM


Absolutely
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Canada eh.
10 posted 2001-10-24 03:43 PM


Karilea, this is very beautifully done.  ~Nancy~

  ~Time has cast a spell on you,
So that you won't ever forget me.~

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11 posted 2001-10-24 03:44 PM


Wow !! Yet another enjoyable read. Chris

Life is not measured by breaths you take, but by moments that take your breath away.

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12 posted 2001-10-24 04:32 PM


Now you know I loved this one, and will squeak it in on a read, for it is the least I can do   Thank you Sunshine for this.

~*~  Carpe' Diem  ~*~

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13 posted 2001-10-24 05:46 PM


to be your own safe haven
by word, or act, or good deed
will gain you back a haven
where you may place your needs

Today's Wow award!  This is really an incredible piece.  Everything about it speaks talent.

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14 posted 2001-10-24 06:33 PM



Would you all please stand and give yourselves a round of applause, for your red, white and blue is showing, and I for one am very happy to be among your ranks!

Thank you all!

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15 posted 2001-10-25 11:39 AM


This is lovely... a ray of pure Sunshine. *S*
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