Uplifted - an apology and thank you

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Elizabeth Santos
Member Rara Avis

since 1999-11-08

Posts 9269
Pennsylvania

0 posted 2002-01-26 05:36 AM

I thank you, dear poet friends for all your love
and support through a very difficult time.
Though my mind has been occupied with the
trials of life, still I try to write at least one
poem every day, and you have always been
there with kind words, and I have been
unable to respond very often. And so I apologize
for my silence, but I wrote this poem so you
would know how much I have appreciated
your presence in my life

Uplifted

I am a leaf spun into heights
By friendship’s breeze of love
Looking down upon the forest
Where my faith had come undone
Sometimes the strong foundation
Of your life can slightly shift
And you were there, a gentle breeze
My spirit to uplift

I am a tiny grain of sand
Blown up onto a dune
Atop the mound of white I stand
The visions to consume
You friendship was the guiding hand
Through courser sands to sift
And you were there, with poet words
My outlook to uplift

I am a sea bird tired and worn
Too weak to fly to shore
Knowing I would never see
The joy I knew before
And so I flew in circles
For my thoughts had gone adrift
And you were there, an ocean breeze
My feathers to uplift

I am a poet with no words
For life has numbed my voice
And though you all have been so kind
My heart could not rejoice
And yet you’ve given me the best
Of any worldly gift
For you were there, a friend in need
My spirit to uplift

Elizabeth Santos

Janet Marie
Member Laureate

since 2000-01-22

Posts 18554

1 posted 2002-01-26 06:53 AM

Dear Sweet Elizabeth,
you need not apologize but I understand the way you feel, sometimes life and all its complexities and obligations take us away from poetry and Passions. And we are all learning to adjust to these pages that now move so quickly and the realization that we simply can not reply to all our fellow poets each day as we once were able to. Sometimes I make myself half nuts trying to hit all the poems in here that touch me. And sometimes we just are too emotionally tired to always reply. Your writing is part of your therapy and that's all that matters, thats what's important.
We are the lucky ones who get to read the beauty of your words. You're doing the best you can, no one can ask nor expect more.
take care of you dear Poetess of Grace.
Heart-hugs sweet Lizzie

jm

Kethry
Member Rara Avis

since 2000-07-29

Posts 9082
Victoria Australia

2 posted 2002-01-26 07:58 AM

Poetess extrordinaire,
It is I who should be thank\ing you for when you do post, your poetry uplifts and inspires. Beautiful work.
Kethry

Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown

Sunshine

Administrator

Member Empyrean

since 1999-06-25

Posts 63354
Listening to every heart

3 posted 2002-01-26 08:07 AM

I know very well the complexities of life, as sometimes they are of our own making, and other times the life forces around us create such a tornadic action, we are simply sucked in. You will be fine, Elizabeth, as long as you take the time each day for yourself by penning a beauty. You have never abused the privilege of Passions, we all know this. You go do what needs be done...we will be here for you as we gently lift your heart.

Hugs, K

Irish Rose
Member Patricius

since 2000-04-06

Posts 10263

4 posted 2002-01-26 09:01 AM

Dear Lady, You don't have to reply just write, your strength has done more for me than you can even imagine. You touch people daily and I know how it is not to be able to feel like typing, moving, believe me, I have the beginnings of arthritus in my hands and fingers, oh, it's not terribly bad now, but well, there's numbness there and pain, lots of pain, but poetry is almost like a prayer, yours is anyway, like a daily prayer and not only that, but the archieves are like a treasure chest full of inspiration and excellence of spirit. You don't the days when I thought God, I just can't do it anymore, can't go about the daily tasks, and then there you are.. with not only another quality write but more important than the poetics, it is something a person can take to the very spot that needs a healing touch. It is an honor to read the words from someone who doesn't sit around feeling sorry for themselves, but gives unselfishly. God bless you!!

Kathleen--(Kay)
A true friend does not love you for who you are, but in spite of who you are." -- Caroline Tran

nakdthoughts
Member Laureate

since 2000-10-29

Posts 19200
Between the Lines

5 posted 2002-01-26 09:05 AM

your words welcome the mornings...

wishing you comfort on those days
that hold you back
*hugss

M

strbbux
Member Elite

since 2001-12-19

Posts 3859

6 posted 2002-01-26 09:08 AM

Dear Elizabeth, friends are like precious gold. And I will always be here for you. Your writing has inspired this new writer in such a way that I cannot even put it into words. When I read your poems, it is like magic.Thank God for the gift of writing. I am sure it has helped you so very much. And if you should come on here to read our poems, I know you are reading them, don't ever worry about responding because that is not what it is all about. It is about sharing, comforting, being a friend, and when one responds it is nice, but I know you are there. I feel your love of poetry, and I feel you could never stop reading. The replying is not important. Take care my poetess friend, God be with you and heal you.
Love, floria

Floria

"Alas for those that never sing,
But die with all their music in them"
(Oliver Wendell Holmes)

Nan

Administrator

Member Seraphic

since 1999-05-20

Posts 21191
Cape Cod Massachusetts USA

7 posted 2002-01-26 09:50 AM

YOU, Elizabeth, are "the wind beneath OUR poetic wings.." Don't you ever forget that. You breath a life into these forums that could never be replaced. We all love you... I love you.. Keep on writing, my dear friend...

Mysteria

Member Laureate

since 2001-03-07

Posts 18328
British Columbia, Canada

8 posted 2002-01-26 09:54 AM

Now I know what humility is all about Elizabeth. Your words are a constant gift to us here, and absolutely no obligation to you comes with those words, as we are just grateful to receive them. The healing power of writing is is not only good for you, but what you gift us with has a spiritual healing and cleasing for us as well. It is through this sharing that we all accept life and grow, and dear friend and poet, it is I that wishes to thank you from the bottom of my heart with love!

~* CARPE' DIEM *~

sodpossom
Senior Member

since 2001-06-15

Posts 723
N.C

9 posted 2002-01-26 10:34 AM

You are the one who should recieve thanks.So I say to you now,thank you!

Martie

Moderator

Member Empyrean

since 1999-09-21

Posts 28049
California

10 posted 2002-01-26 10:48 AM

Dear Liz

You give us a piece of yourself everytime you write a poem...and it is treasure beyond measure. Thank you for your constancy in writing...your poetry brings us all to your door wanting more. Love and peace to you, poet of grace.

Elizabeth Santos
Member Rara Avis

since 1999-11-08

Posts 9269
Pennsylvania

11 posted 2002-01-26 11:01 AM

Janet Marie, You exuberance has been a blessing to me.Thanks for the hugs

Kethry, I, in turn have gained so much from your poetry, Thank you

Sunshine, you are one of my guardian angels

Kathleen, I don'r even know how to respond to your remarks, but to say I have seen you there with every poem, like a beacon inspiring me to write. Your poetry has been very inspiring in many ways

nakdthoughts, Thank you for your wishes and kind words

Floria, I have in you a new friend in poetry. Your writing is excellent and very touching, and I think is on an upward spiral of poetic beauty. I have read almost evey poem

Nan, you have been my mentor in poetry, and a dear dear friend

Sharon, My daily breath of joy and another guardian angel. Thanks for all you have done

Liz

Elizabeth Santos
Member Rara Avis

since 1999-11-08

Posts 9269
Pennsylvania

12 posted 2002-01-26 11:04 AM

sodpossom, Yoour thoughts mean so much. Thank you

Martie, dear friend, not only has your poetry been a lesson in thought and beauty but you yourself are the essence of everything beautiful. Everyone who has spoken to you agrees, thank you for your friendship

Liz

Nightshade

Member Patricius

since 2001-08-31

Posts 13962
just out of reach

13 posted 2002-01-26 12:00 PM

Elizabeth - dear poetess, it is we who are "uplifted" by your wonderous words and generous heart. Chris

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

Mistletoe Angel

Member Empyrean

since 2000-12-17

Posts 32816
Portland, Oregon

14 posted 2002-01-26 12:08 PM

(BIG HUGGGSSSSSSS) Oh my gosh, you desereve extra big hugs for this one, sweet friend, my heart goes out to the current trials you are going through and I know soon as long as you believe in yourself, you will perservere and you will continue to grow rich in love and happiness! Your words are always a delight to us all, and I consider it a blessing that you are here with us, sharing the love in your heart to us all and so happy to read your words! We will always be here for each other together, helping each other with hope and love, and together love will always find a way for us all, for you are a wonderful friend to us all who uplifts our spirits! (kiss on cheek) God Bless You, sweet friend, we all love you soooooo much, our hearts are always with you! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Elizabeth, thank you for sharing!

May love and light alwyas shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

Startime
Member Ascendant

since 2000-10-03

Posts 5918
Canada

15 posted 2002-01-26 01:21 PM

You can see by the replies that there is no need to say you are sorry..the poets here have such heart that they all understand how hard the trials of life can be and that sometimes we need to just write....keep writing it all out, dear one. You will always have those here with open arms to embrace you. **big big hugs**

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

Dr.Moose1
Member Elite

since 1999-09-05

Posts 3448
Bewilderment , USA

16 posted 2002-01-26 02:06 PM

Elizabeth,
Your eloquently expressed sentiments have inspired us all innumerable times. You not only have my thanks, but also my eternal gratitude for sharing your vision as you do.
Your friend,
"M"

Enchantress
Member Empyrean

since 2001-08-14

Posts 35113
Canada eh.

17 posted 2002-01-26 02:39 PM

Elizabeth...I see no need what so ever for you to apologize....but for us to say thank you to YOU, from the bottom of our hearts, for your continued sharing of your precious gift of writing which you display before us on these blue pages!
~Hugs and Blessings, Nancy~

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

Elizabeth Santos
Member Rara Avis

since 1999-11-08

Posts 9269
Pennsylvania

18 posted 2002-01-27 04:36 AM

You are all so dear and so understanding
Thank you all for your kind words
Liz

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