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This Made my day |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
A few months ago, I wrote this poem for another poet whose mother was dying of cancer and needed some uplifting (and she did not have faith in God): Seek not the light at the end of the tunnel passing life here, in tornado’s funnel No brave songs trip from this tongue no incantations bring forever young Bravery is not just a soldier’s right but given to you as you suffer this fight no medal placed upon weary breast but satisfaction that you’ve done your best The love reflected in your children’s eyes is proof you lived and your heart survives take each moment as it is and hold it dear face each day with honor’s fear Yesterday, I got an email from someone who had read it and wanted to know if I would allow her to read it at her own mother's funeral. I of course said yes. I have been blocked lately and getting worried about my ability as a writer - I questioned whether or not to just give up as it seems very little 'inspires' me lately and when I get an inspiration, I can't do anything about it. So this request really made my day. I may not be able to write for some time, but at least I have a bit more confidence in myself...sigh. Thanks for letting me vent!  |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Sad, but what an honor to know that your words are a comfort to those who mourn. It's a beautiful poem Sharon, written with your lovely compassion and generous heart.  |
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bsquirrel
since 2000-01-03
Posts 7855 |
The block is only in the mind, Sharon. The words, however, are the *heart*. Beautiful... |
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Irie Senior Member
since 1999-12-01
Posts 1493Washington State |
This is a beautiful message Sharon. I'm glad it's made your day, and you know what? I think that you're insperation will be back soon!  Hugs ~Sheri "Don't wait for your ship to come in ... Swim out to it" [This message has been edited by Irie (09-26-2002 03:25 PM).] |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
"The love reflected in your children’s eyes is proof you lived and your heart survives" This piece is beautiful Sharon ... and what a wonderful response to hear back on your work. It's inspiring to know that your words are warming another's heart, miles away. Best wishes, /Kit |
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Elizabeth
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Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
If that happened to me, it'd make my day too. And the Muse ALWAYS comes back....trust me!  God bless America, my home sweet home. |
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