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Growing Old |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan 
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ecrivan Member Elite
since 2001-12-10
Posts 3923my own state |
There you go, well you've got to keep that optimism remember..it's essential..none of this fear business..promise?  [This message has been edited by ecrivan (03-09-2002 11:34 PM).] |
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Victoria
since 2000-08-12
Posts 5869 |
im staying a redhead my whole life ha...its great to age gracefully...i wish i could..im fighting it every step of the way though.. ha...hugsss ~Vic |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
You will Lyra...you will grow old as we all will, and you shall fill Passions blue pages with your beautiful poetry for many many years to come. Stay positive sweet lady...and if that positive attitude ever should fade remember us here, the friends you have made. We will be here waiting for you Lyra, reading what you have written and saying healing prayers. ~Hugs to you and David, Nancy~ ~Sometimes all you really wish for... |
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SEA 
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
I met a very special woman today in her 80's  the mischievous twinkle in her eye caught my attention, and spoke vloumes, of her life....I wanted to be her...I wanted to know her more....there wasn't enough time...yes, I want to grow old too....and yeah, you will  [This message has been edited by SEA (03-09-2002 11:48 PM).] |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Lyra Where you are puts a whole new slant on it, doesn't it. This tugged at my heart, dear lady, and made me smile. Hugs and prayers and positive thoughts to you, from me. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
I never thought much about growing old until the day I turned 50. Then, it dawned on me I was halfway there! And I never thought I'd wish wrinkles onto someone else, but I wish you all the happiest of wrinkles. Mazel Tov? [This message has been edited by Midnitesun (03-09-2002 11:51 PM).] |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Martin...right now, at this moment...I am deeply optimistic.  I need to stay away from people like that surgeon who told me that my cancer is refractory to almost all treatments.... I think thats the key! Thanks for your reply  copyright2002 Lyra Nesius |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Thanks Victoria...I think aging gracefully is just fine...but right now...I would just like to get old....I don't even care how....even if its ungraceful, I would just like to get there. thanks for your reply ((hugs)) copyright2002 Lyra Nesius |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Nancy...thank you for that glorious reply! I really hope that you are right. Thanks for all of your support  ((hugggsss)) copyright2002 Lyra Nesius |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
I love your beautiful story, Sue... I, too...want to be that woman  copyright2002 Lyra Nesius |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Thanks Martie...I see that you understand why I wrote this poem. My mother, who is almost 87 years old and in remarkably good health, has always said that "its a privilege to get old" I guess she is very privileged; especially since she was a chain smoker for over 50 years and she ate anything she wanted to and never exercized. I still can't figure out how she pulled that off.  ((hugs)) copyright2002 Lyra Nesius |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Kacy...thanks for the Mazel Tov...is that for getting wrinkled? I actually wouldn't mind getting old and wrinkled. I haven't gotten too many wrinkles yet, but during the past few months I've gotten plenty of grey hair...oh well, at least I have hair right now...who cares if its a little grey...Grey is one of my favorite haircolors right now.  copyright2002 Lyra Nesius |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggssssssss) Yes, yes, always stay optimistic, sometimes I realize too growing up can be a big step, for I too regret so much I have lost before, but I also know that it wasn't till recently I have learned to believe in myself and my dreams, and if we can only embrace each day with a smile, we will find true happiness always, for we are always young at heart! (kiss on cheek) We all love you so much, sweet friend, never change the person you are, you are a true angel, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Lyra, thank you for sharing! May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Thanks Noah...I think you have a very long time before you will grow old. ((hugs)) copyright2002 Lyra Nesius |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
It is a sacred honor, indeed.. Beautifully said, Madame C..  |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
You've made my heart smile with this one, Lyra. And you're right, attitude is everything! My mother has a book called, "When I am an Old Woman, I Shall Wear Purple', (I think)...this poem and the pic, reminded me of that book. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Lyra, I'm so relieved to know you aren't there yet! Not that I'm selfish...but I'm right behind you babe. And the benefits you have described so well.Everybody thinks of changing humanity and nobody thinks of changing himself. Leo Tolstoy |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
I have always thought that behind every wrinkled face, set of withered hands, all of the age spots and changes of aging.... There is someone very special, still young behind the eyes....such a treasure... I hope I am viewed that way when..... But, I am not there yet...and neither are you Lyra... And this is a touching poem...Thank You... |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
My grandmother and yours are of the same...at 90, my grandmother smoke, enjoyed her drink [never alone] had the "good life" and loved us with great hugs...It was just a few short years ago that a stroke left her as an invalid, but she has the best of care in that she lives with her daughter who will not allow her to go anywhere else to be taken care of... I just recently sent her some pictures and now she wants "more" for her bulletin board...she has always had "a bad heart" but as you say, I don't know how she pulled it off, and while her heart is not in the best of shape physically, it is still totally whole in love... I applaud your poem! I applaud...You! |
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strbbux Member Elite
since 2001-12-19
Posts 3859 |
Lyra, BRAVO !! this is a wonderful poem. I have never feared growing old and I don't fear it now. We dont keep our looks, everyone wrinkles and greys and becomes wiser with the years. This truly encouraged me to not dread another birthday. Growing old gracefully is a wonderful thing indeed. And I shall continue to meet you Lyra on thes blue pages, as we both grow older. Love to you. floria Floria |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
The women in my family all live beyond 90...I think it's our dispositions, Lyra and the fight we have within us. I am glad you have someone to grow old with and I am willing you to get through this most recent struggle. hugssss M |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Madame Chipmunk, this is a beautiful poem. I would like to safe this, if you don't mind. My brother-in-law had cancer. He went to the doctor one day, and it had just disappeared. I truely hope and pray that this happens to you. I have the best wishes for you. And, I send them all your way. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Nan...thanks so much for your reply. I never before realized what a privilege it really is...to get old. Its more than just a lot of candles on the cake  Duncan..."When I Am An Old Woman, I Shall Wear Purple". That sounds like my mother in law wrote it. She always wore everything in purple. All her clothes, earrings, shoes etc. She even had a purple suitcase. LOL Thanks for your reply.Larry...thanks for your comments. I can just picture you wearing one of those frumpy, flowery dresses....as well as those granny shoes  Barry...thanks for your reply. Neither of us are there yet, but I hope that we both get there.  Karilea...Your grandmother must be an amazing woman!  thanks so much for stopping by and replying to this one. copyright2002 Lyra Nesius |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Floria...thanks for your reply. I hope you are right. Heres to both of us posting here until we are 100.  ((hugs))Maureen...thanks for the reply and for the hugggsssssss! and of course, thank you for willing me to get old.  Smartchick...thanks for your wishes. I hope that I am as lucky as your brother in law...and thanks for the reply also. copyright2002 Lyra Nesius |
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N orth Carolina Girl Senior Member
since 2001-12-04
Posts 962NC,USA |
Lyra,I can just see us in our rocking chairs on the front porch.I bet we`ll be the cutest old ladies anyone has ever seen.TAKE CARE! Love, Juanita |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Won't we be cute though, Juanita....  thanks for replying. ((hugs))copyright2002 Lyra Nesius |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Lyra,this touched my heart. I pray you get well soon, and prove the idiot doctors wrong, show them a miracle! I don't like getting old, but you are so right, when fate tries to take away the chance, it certainly look more appealing. Take care, Sandra |
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ShadowRider Senior Member
since 2001-07-14
Posts 1038USA |
M.Munkster: this is an important write: for both writer and reader. What it says, and doesn't say, but implies are the sum total of our worth as people at the end of our journey, when we are forced to look over our shoulder. May you be blessed with someone beside you to share those golden moments with. ~hug~ Jeff |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Oh, dear Madame, your hair will be silver and your eyes will twinkle, and your smile will still be a joy to everyone, when you grow old. Wonderfully written. Chris Life is not measured by breaths you take, but by moments that take your breath away. |
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Silver Streak Member Elite
since 2002-01-02
Posts 3625FL, USA |
I will love you, Lyra, no matter how old you get to be. And I plan to keep writing about your poetry here for a long, long, long time! ((Lyra)) -newell Sharing God's Love through perfectlovepoetry.com |
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GenXer Senior Member
since 2001-12-15
Posts 583USA |
Lyra - This is a privilege you shall share in. I see plenty of wrinkles and 50 pairs of grandma shoes in your closet in the distant future.lol This poem of yours sure makes growing old seem so nice. It also reminds us that we should cherish each day no matter what age we are. Dave |
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Greeneyes
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
Lyra~ I am so late on all my replies, I have taken a few days to reflect life and what it means....I need to do this sometimes, we all do.....I know you will shine bright, and have that twinkle in your eyes, and as much love in your heart, as you have shared among these pages....I keep you in my prayers daily....and wish only peace for you.... Lauren~ Greeneyes~ |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Lyra, You will never grow old, that's a state of mind and your mind is as young as it gets. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
yeah...me too |
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