Turtles are Wonderful (for a special friend)

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Midnitesun

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0 posted 2005-02-13 07:42 PM

Turtles are wonderful.

They keep much inside that shell
yet reveal the essence of self
when they feel safe.

And it's in that moment
of safety’s reveal we feel
we understand love,
and the heart of a turtle.

The hidden heart and soul
comes out of its shell
when it no longer fears
the wrath of misunderstandings
and differences.

You know,
it’s a nice goal
to hope to live and love
like a turtle.

Turtles teach us the shell is
to protect the heart,
but not hide it.

Martie

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1 posted 2005-02-13 07:48 PM

You're right, Kacy...turtles are wonderful! Loved the thought behind this.

serenity blaze
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2 posted 2005-02-13 07:48 PM

I know a few of them.

(They are cute too.)

You have a very special way of looking at things Kacy--I don't know who your special turtle is, but I do know yer pretty special yourself.

Midnitesun

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3 posted 2005-02-13 07:49 PM

you two yertles are so wonderful!

Sunshine

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4 posted 2005-02-13 08:15 PM

Your insight is always
more than remarkable.

One never knows
where a turle might live;
or where a turtle
might hide.

Brava!

Midnitesun

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5 posted 2005-02-13 08:17 PM

the sanctuary maybe? LOL

serenity blaze
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6 posted 2005-02-13 08:24 PM

This reminded me of a story.

Well, not really a story, but sort of a tip should you ever happen to go bar slumming down the Belle Chase Highway here in Louisiana.

There is a little tavern called "Verna's", and should you (god/dess forbid) find yourself in a circumstance that such a place would seem inviting to you, there's a little secret that will get you a free drink.

The bartender will know you are new (trust me) and so he/she will ask you,

"What kind of animal are you?"

and yep, the correct answer is a turtle.

I'm not sure how helpful the info is, but should you ever feel the desire to get drunk with a bunch of turtles, that would be the place.

serenity's travel tip #287

Midnitesun

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7 posted 2005-02-13 08:43 PM

ROTFLMAO! I hope I do get the chance to be a turtle there! LOL, love your travel tips, m'dear.

James_A_Fraser
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8 posted 2005-04-12 05:54 PM

I've known only one...a brother to me in a way, make of that what you will...and yes, you are very right.

~~J

Midnitesun

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9 posted 2005-04-12 06:48 PM

Thanks for reading, James. I think guaranteeing even ONE 'turtle' moment per person could bring about enormous positive changes to our social environment.

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10 posted 2005-04-15 02:30 AM

I very much enjoy this. There's a lot to simple metaphors like this one, especially when you extend them into an entire poem. I happen to think turtles are adorable, but emblematic of self-sufficient security. I suppose they are wonderful at that---

Thank you for sharing this gem.
Brian

"God becomes as we are that we may be as he is." ~William Blake

Midnitesun

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11 posted 2005-04-25 09:07 PM

Thank you for that reply, Brian, as I value your feedback.

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12 posted 2006-09-30 10:33 AM

This is indeed something I hope never to forget. I can't even share my reasons, but oh yes....never forget.

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