Open Poetry #16 |
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Mysteria |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania ![]() |
Mysteria Wind chimes made of weathered shells Formed in the depths of sea Carved by currents, worn by waves Now play a tune for me Singing in the evening breeze A melody unknown That freely floats to distances Wherever winds have blown Mysteria, mysterious, A chiming in the wind A song unwritten echoes out And touches me within The more severe the storms of life The more she plays along The heavier the winds that blow The lovelier her song For she is one who’s well of life Was deeply hollowed out And from these depths of spirit Splendid words come pouring out Whatever comes, whatever goes The windchimes never cease And in the glory of her tunes I find an inner peace Elizabeth Santos |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
....as do I, and many others. A beautiful tribute, Liz ![]() |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
She is grace, in light's rainbow a crystalline song of peace she comes from other lands abroad and gently gives us ease... you've painted her well, Lady Santos...we're blessed to have her.... |
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Mysteria![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I don't quite have the words to respond on here to this poem right now, but will email you. However, I wanted those that read this wonderful poem to know "my weapon" as you stated... "The more severe the storms of life The more she plays along The heavier the winds that blow The lovelier her song" and I hope others might try that, just fight "life" with "life", and when it gets to you, do something for another's soul, and it will heal yours! Elizabeth - I can't tell you enough what this means to me, but I am sure a very long email is forthcoming. ![]() ~Better to write for yourself and have no public, than to write for the public and have no self~ Cyril Connolly |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Balladeer, Thank you, I wonder if she knows how much she touches others Sunshine, "A crystalline song of peace"-YES! Liz |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Mysteria, I'm so glad you understood my verse. I knew that you would. You have touched me many times with your words. Thank you for being you Liz |
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AJ MacNeil Junior Member
since 2001-05-02
Posts 40 |
What a gem of a poem ! .. but then again, what a gem of a soul is our wonderful Mysteria ! .. thankyou for sharing this Elizabeth, and thank YOU Sharon for inspiring us all .. Andy |
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Logan Senior Member
since 2001-05-28
Posts 1641Arkansas |
It is the ones that think they mean the least, that mean the most, as our Sharon. So glad you put it to words, Liz on the depths of the one called Mysteria, for Mysteria, she is. I lift the cup of life to you, Sharon. Wonderful write Liz, this only shows the depths of you also..very gentle smile |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Liz--This is so full of the light that Sharon casts..of hope and love, she is amazing, and so are you!!! Hugs to you both! |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Truly incedible verse about one who has touched us with her words and moved us to tears. She is lucky to have a frind such as you Liz. Hugs. On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free. |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Proud to be a member of her fan club as well....she's a strong lady, and you wrote her wonderfully! ![]() |
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kismetkelsey Junior Member
since 2001-03-12
Posts 32Canada |
I agree with all the comments and I consider myself not only a fan but a friend as well..Great tribute Elizabeth!!I find a lot of peace in her poems as well~Cheryl |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
A wonderful and sincere tribute for a kind, generous lovely lady...by an equally lovely lady. Beautiful Liz Well tomorrow holds only mystery |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Andy, Thank you for your comments. Sharon ,it seems , is an inspiration to many Logan. Thank you LOgan for your double comments. So kind of you Marti, THank you, dear, seems everyone agrees Gentle Spirit, I am lucky to know someone such as she. Thanks Serenity, The fan club is growing THanks Cheryl, Her presentatons and her spiritual insight captures me every time. Thank you. JM, And a comment by another very inspiring poetess, Janet Marie, whose nature lifts my spirit on a daily basis. THank you dear Liz |
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angel girl Member
since 1999-07-23
Posts 322within a whisper... |
This is really beautiful. She sounds like a truly amazing person. One touch of nature makes the whole world kin. |
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Flutterwings Member
since 2001-07-10
Posts 288Maine |
Liz, you are quite a gem yourself. This dedication was written with a pen dipped in admiration and honesty... You had a super great subject. Friendship is a gift from above and you've done it proud. ![]() Love and peace Maggie ((~.~)) |
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Mysteria![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
You know, friendship is a wonderful thing, and this circle of people truly are amazing, and I think the lot of you are pretty darn special too. Liz, this will be framed and put beside this desk as a reminder of that old saying, "what goes around, comes around". I am not sure it is proper to thank those that responded to your poem, but in this instance I want to give you all a great big group hug. ![]() ~Better to write for yourself and have no public, than to write for the public and have no self~ Cyril Connolly |
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Irie Senior Member
since 1999-12-01
Posts 1493Washington State |
Wow, this is truly a beautiful piece of work. Sounds as though Mysteria is as well. I've returned to PIP, only to find the poets here are better than ever. Again, a lovely tribute Elizabeth. ![]() ~Sheri |
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Martha Cowan Member
since 2001-03-08
Posts 240Groves, Texas |
Such beautifully spoken words in a tribute to a beautiful soul who has touched the hearts and lives of so many...mine certainly is included in that statement. Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent with us, and thank you for captivating so eloquently the gentle, loving, and embracing spirit of our beloved Mysteria! Hugs, dawn |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
"The more severe the storms of life The more she plays along The heavier the winds that blow The lovelier her song" This is absolutely lovely, Liz ... splendid in meter and rhyme as always. Your wonderful phrasing and sentiments have captured the essence of a truly beautiful and warm friend, who is most deserving of these tender words. You have done her justice in this tribute my friend, and beautifully. Sharon, thank you for your inspiration and encouragement, both through your poems and e-mails on so many occassions ... your heart is a pure gem, and it is truly a pleasure to know you. ![]() Best wishes and hugs to both of you wonderful ladies, /Kit |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
What a perfect and beautiful tribute to our Mysteria ![]() And Sharon ~ my fellow Canuck ![]() you know how much I admire you and am glad to call you a friend ![]() ![]() Melissa~ "Poetry is not an opinion expressed... |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Dear poets, your responses are more of a tribute than the poem, because all are expressing the exact same sentiments. This must be an extraordinary lady we're talking about, and you know what? - I believe she is Thank you all so much Liz |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
She has a heart as big as earth our Mysteria thank you Liz for this beautiful tribute Titia A rose is a rose is a rose...I guess... |
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Midnitesun![]()
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Thank you Liz...for your heart and soul is shining light again, this time on one of Passion's best, Mysteria, who lets the passionate messages flow so generously and tenderly. |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Friendship and poetry go hand in hand. I know both of you ladies are beautiful poets and true friends. It's heartwarming to read such a wonderful tribute! (Now I'd like to see you write something together!) |
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Tracey Member Elite
since 2001-08-29
Posts 2808where insanity meets breeding |
What a lovely, touching tribute to friendship. Both of you are simply wonderful poets If she who dies with the most toys wins, then can I have some toy boys please? |
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Mysteria![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Is it okay to post again, in case you go back and read these? I want to hug you all to bits! All of you! And even those that didn't read this, because I love you guys too. For without Passions as part of my life, where on earth would all my words go, and who would listen? The circle of friendship here is strong, very strong, and I hope will always be that way forever. Thank you Ron for this site, and the moderators who see it is run with such integrity. Now that I run off on Liz's poem, I will go read your poetry ![]() ![]() ![]() ~Better to write for yourself and have no public, than to write for the public and have no self~ Cyril Connolly |
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Dee Member Elite
since 2000-08-19
Posts 2330Queensland, Australia |
Elizabeth this truly is a beautiful tribute to a beautiful soul. She has touched many of us with her words. And I agree with PdV. I would also like to see a duet. Dee I wish you every happiness and may you always have the best of the good things in life. a brand [This message has been edited by Dee (edited 09-28-2001).] |
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Marge Tindal![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Elizabeth~ Your heart is so big ... you are a delight~ Very nice tribute to a lady who certainly holds a lot of hands in the friendship circle~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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SmittenKitten Senior Member
since 2001-06-20
Posts 1131where the sky and horizon meet |
Elizabeth~ I'm beeming over here ![]() This is a beautiful tribute for a beautiful lady....and you have shown your inner beauty with this poem. Thanks for the smile! ~Krista ![]() Your beautiful words & creativity allow me to connect with the same in myself. |
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