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The Lives You Touch - A Little Thank You to Ron
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The Lives You Touch - A Little Thank You to Ron |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada 
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The Lives You Touch - A Little Thank You to Ron I posted my first poems back in 1999, That's thirty months ago now … my, oh my … where goes the time? I gathered up my e-mails from the visitors you see, The ones who took the time to write some kind words back to me. I answer every one of them, each time they filter in, For every one is special … gives such warmth to me within; I've laughed, I've cried, I've made new friends … from all around the world, Amazing how your site has grown … how all of this unfurled. It prompted me the other day, to check up on some stats, It's just a curiosity I have (I like to track); I love to watch the numbers from the main site as they grow, And had some fun reviewing several numbers to and fro. Now here I sit, I'm penning down my thoughts to you in rhyme, I'm sure you're thinking, "What on earth's her lengthy point this time?!" It's simple Ron … you've given me the greatest gift I've found, A place where I can share my heart, with folks from all around. I'm not the most outgoing gal … I'm shy and quite reserved … Was happy just to hide inside this shell that I preserved; But something special happened back in March of 99, I found a joy I never thought that I could ever find. I don't think just a "thank you" is enough to say to you … I "know" how hard you work … I know the selfless things you do; I wonder if you thought when you began the Passion's site, The many people you would touch … the millions you'd ignite. It's not only the visitors; their numbers speak themselves, Those stats alone can make heads spin … they truly overwhelm! It's "all" that flows behind the scenes, the lives that you have linked, From visitors to authors … who have shared their hearts through ink. It's like a chain of humankind has grown throughout your site, Those reading and responding, sending e-cards and the like; It's not just every guest who stops to read a little verse, It's "all" the lives through chain reaction, that have been traversed. I hope in some small way, I can repay you for this all, I love the little role I play behind the Passion's walls; But most of all, I love the warmth you've brought into my heart, For all the people I've been blessed to meet … you played a part. I hope you know how wonderful I think you truly are, For "all" you do behind the scenes, that other's aren't aware; For all the time you take to word your thoughts just aptly so … Amongst the complicated threads where others dare not go. For all the wisdom that you share, for all the time you spend, For all the times you offer help to others without end; For being someone with a heart that spans across the globe, I hope you know each life you touch … returns a thousand fold. /Kit McCallum [This message has been edited by Kit McCallum (edited 11-17-2001).] |
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Fee Member
since 2000-08-07
Posts 381Melbourne, Australia |
Kit, you surely have captured not only the heart and soul of this site, but highlighted the point that one person can surely make a difference. Well done, and to Ron, I too thank you for allowing me to share my thoughts and emotions with those who understand. {{{{{{{{{{ HUUUGGGSSS) }}}}}}}}}}} to you both and to all those who have shared their hearts. Love Fee |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
It's not only the visitors; their numbers speak themselves, Those stats alone can make heads spin … they truly overwhelm! It's "all" that flows behind the scenes, the lives that you have linked, From visitors to authors … who have shared their hearts through ink. It's like a chain of humankind has grown throughout your site, Those reading and responding, sending e-cards and the like; It's not just every guest who stops to read a little verse, It's "all" the lives through chain reaction, that have been traversed. I hope in some small way, I can repay you for this all, I love the little role I play behind the Passion's walls; But most of all, I love the warmth you've brought into my heart, For all the people I've been blessed to meet … you played a part. ========================================= YES EXACTLY!!!!! This is WONDERFUL Kit ... and thank you for giving us this opportunity to thank our held dear host...our WIZ of Poetry Land... the man behind the curtain who makes all this magic work. Most of us have no clue all the hours and heart he must spend to keep this wonderland of poetry up and running. Thank you Ron for your sacrifice and dedication..for all that you do to give us these blue pages of words and friendships. Thanks also to the Administrators & Mods who give so much of their time as well.   [This message has been edited by Janet Marie (edited 11-17-2001).] |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
 All of what Janet Marie said and more! YES! A big thank you to Ron for his hard work...and to all the other poets who have made me feel so welcome. Well said Kit! ~hugs, Nancy~ ~I've loved you forever, in lifetimes before.~ |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
 Words cannot express the joy I get from reading all the talented words here. Please know that I thank you, Ron, from the bottom of my heart. Kit thank you for saying what I too feel about Passions and all the wonderful people here. Ron has truly created a unique community of love and talent. **HUGS TO EVERYONE**Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams. |
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Greeneyes  
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
... and so ...  If ever you stop to wonder whether what you do for the folks here is worthwhile, just come back to this thread and peruse it for a bit. You'll not wonder again. I expect this one to go on for awhile...  With every stroke of your keyboard, you are helping people in every corner of this big wide world...  Kit's right - People don't have a clue how much time and effort you really put into making this this Passionate oasis the success that it is. You make me proud, m'dear... Proud of you for your wonderful gifts... Proud of you for your accomplishment... Proud to work beside you... and gratefully proud to call you my dearest friend. *googols of LA*   |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Aw, he's not so much....any genius willing to work 20 hours a day could do the same.  You, Kit, on the other hand, are a miracle |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
Thank you Kit for this beautiful tribute, and me too are very grateful for this wonderful site and the possibility to meet and learn so much here. (((hugs))) Charisma ~*TMP*~ |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Kit, this is wonderfully said, and I agree, though I came here in June of 2000, it has added so much to my life. And I have met so many special people. Thank you Ron! Sandra |
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Lone Wolf Member Ascendant
since 2000-03-16
Posts 5842Lansing, MI USA |
Lovely tribute, Kit!! And a big thank you to Ron for giving us all a place to express ourselves freely and openly. All writing comes |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Kit, Super! Thanks for being the one to say it. Never thought the internet could enrich my life until I found Ron's handy work! Thanks Ron. Sin isn't fair, but God got even, grace isn't fair either. larry c |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
This is a wonderful tribute to Ron, Kit. I too thank Ron for creating this site. |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Oh Kit! This is wonderful! I think of all the millions of people who read the poetry that we post here at the forums and at the main site and realize that Ron touches so many lives. He has touched mine as no man has...I concur with everything you said. There is no man like him - selfless, kind, compassionate and talented. He puts aside his own writing to allow us to meander around his 'living room' called Passions in Poetry. If a man's worth is counted by the number of people he has affected, Ron is worth more than all the Fortune 500 put together and multiplied by 1000. You are amazing Ron. Thank you. |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
And all the way back in Dutchieland I found this treasure of Ron's mind Through you I found me some new friends Big HUGS to you Ron you're too kind And as for the Kit McCallum girl she deserves a medal of pure gold for writing a tribute for our Ron How well you wrote how well you've told TitiaA rose is a rose is a rose...I guess... |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
This is a wonderful tribute, Kit. And to add my small own tribute, I will say, this is the best link to the most positive wave of love and understanding that I've found on the internet. The quality of writing is equalled by the quality of the new friends I've made since joining Passions last summer. I cannot imagine a week without my new friends. Thank you, Ron, for your tremendous gift. |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Kit--what a wonderful and inspired poem..I'm so glad you reposted it so we could all agree what a wonderful place this is..and say big thanks to Ron. BIG THANKS! |
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Elizabeth
Moderator
Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
If Ron was paid in money for all he does for Passions and everyone here, he'd surpass Bill Gates. Thank you, Ron, for my home!  God bless America, my home sweet home. |
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NapalmsConstantlyConfused
since 2001-05-15
Posts 529 |
very true. even if sometimes we don't all get along as well as we might, this is a home to all of us. what Ron has created here is a place where people can advance many different points of view in elegant style, and advance the cause of ART at the same time. Thanks, Ron, and Kit, BRAVO!! -Dave |
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rosepetals25
since 2000-05-31
Posts 3076PA |
Kit, I must agree with every word of this. I have time and time again said how much this place means to me. The friends I've made.. the strives I made in my writing.. and most important, the confidence I've gained about my writing. Thank you Ron.. I know there is never a way I could repay you. And Kit. you wrote this sooo wonderfully Hugs to you both.. Kit and Ron, Tara "My heart is like an open book, for the whole world to read" - Motley Crue, Home Sweet Home [This message has been edited by rosepetals25 (edited 11-18-2001).] |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Thanks for joining me in a little thanks everyone ... I love this place. Thank you again Much appreciation to all /Kit |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
How did this gem skip by me a poem such as this where every little post recalled resembles a chaste kiss? But never mind, what's lost is found though I needn't look too far for here it is at top again like a bright, and shining, Star! [This message has been edited by Sunshine (edited 11-21-2001).] |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
thank you Kit for this beautiful tribute, and thank you Ron for giving us such a wonderful place to abide in peace. Hugs to all. Love~ Donna On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free. |
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CocoBaci Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 3043 |
Kit, this is a wonderful tribute and my thanx go out2u4posting this cuz it's so darn true how this home of special friends bring's much comfort and love into our lives... Hugs2uSweetie *~coco~* |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
No better way to bring in the holiday season than to thank the man that not only gives us a place to grow in our poetry and challenge ourselves daily, but offers us a large part of his life just to make sure that we enjoy our time here. Excellent write and a very much deserved tribute. |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
Thank you Kit and yes, THANK YOU RON...... regards to all, sudhir |
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Tracey Member Elite
since 2001-08-29
Posts 2808where insanity meets breeding |
I was away when you posted this, and nearly missed it, so glad I found it. I too would like to voice my appreciation to Ron for this site. Prior to coming here, I had only ever shown my poetry to one person, and that was many years ago. I feel comfortable sharing my poetry hear, and love reading everybody else's. This is a really caring community, and I'm so glad I found it. My hat is off to Ron for such a creation If she who dies with the most toys wins, then can I have some toy boys please? |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Thank you for joining me everyone, and thanks again Ron! Hope you never get tired of hearing that ... because we sure don't get tired of telling you! Best wishes, /Kit |
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bslicker
since 2000-12-04
Posts 2321state of mind |
Thanks Kit for the words. And a big thanks to you Ron. Bernie A smile a day keeps the world in smile's. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Yanno I am loosing it - I know I posted on this one, but I bet I forgot to push the right button, but no matter I am back!! First of all Kit, you have with your wonderful ability to write from your heart, captured the essence of Passions, but in so doing, you are also standing up as an example of the type of people that post at "Ron's Place". I remember when I first came here I could not get over the number of moderators, and that is impressing in itself, and I thank them for their time too. Without the moderators, there would be no order, and this is the best run site on the internet because of their time too. But...I bet no one realizes what it costs to run a site like this, and that Ron puts the cost out of his own pocket for all of us? He never mentioned that part or the excessive hours it takes him in his perfection and quality control, to keep this site as good as it is, so I say hat's off to THE MAN.I am will forego the graphics because this thread is for Ron, a no-frills, wonderful man who happens to care about people who also care about people, poetry, and I think he has a heart as big as all outdoors. Ron, all I have to say to you is - thank you for being you - so we have a palce that we can be us. ~*~ Carpe' Diem ~*~ |
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