Open Poetry #25 |
Her Time Had Come . . . . . . .(For you, Dear Lyra) |
Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
The time had come for her Light to shine even more brightly... Her tormented wakefulness had given way to death's peaceful sleep where beautiful dreams become one's reality. In this blissful state of freedom, her spirit rises up from its earth-bound self, to assume whatever carefree form she may so desire. Gone are the furrowed brow, the pressed lips. The deeply etched lines of pain have relaxed and the smile of an angel now appears upon her sweet face. She is going back to her home among the stars from whence she came ...God speed, Dear One. Lyra, we will always love you, Eternal Love & Light, Linda xo [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (03-20-2003 07:44 AM).] |
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Jason Lyle Senior Member
since 2003-02-07
Posts 1438With my darkling |
I never knew her, But reading these touching tributes, not only do I feel the loss of her friends, but I feel the loss of never sharing her friendship. Jason |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I am so glad Lyra is out of pain - she filled our hearts with so much laughter and love, and this is a wonderful tribute, Linda. Thank you so much! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Jason ~ I understand what you are feeling. Thank you for sharing your thoughts... Peace & Light, Earth Angel |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Yes, Linda. Lyra doesn't have any pain now. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Sunshine ~ Yes, for her sake I am happy that her trials have ended and that she is at peace. I am also sending prayers of comfort for her family so that they may be at peace with their immeasurable loss... Peace & Light, Linda |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Linda - yes, the Lord has lifted her up and she is writing a poem to thank Him I am sure. lovely, Chris "Hope" is the thing with feathers- |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Ethel ~ I have been reading all the beautiful tributes that have been written for her and my eyes are in a perpetual state of weepiness. As a nurse, I have held the hands of many as they have crossed over. The peace that comes over them at the moment of death is a divine thing to behold. Peace & Light, Linda |
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jellybeans Member Elite
since 2000-10-13
Posts 2298 |
I get to spend so little time here that I now regret I never knew her...your words show me what I missed in the not knowing...wonderful tribute and goodbye |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Chris ~ That is such a lovely thought--and I'm sure you are right! Lyra and I are both smiling! Peace & Light, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
jellybeans ~ Oh, you may not have known her, but I assure you, she knew--and knows!, you! She will now be able to read every single poem that is ever to be posted--so keep your heart and mind open so that you might hear her sweet replies to your poetry! She no longer has physical or linear time restrictions. Peace & Light, EA [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (03-19-2003 01:10 PM).] |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
A beautiful flow of harmony and light in your words dedicated to Lyra. Her name surely tells something about her, she is a being filled with music .... Love, Margherita |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Charisma ~ Thank you for such a lovely reply. Peace & Light, EA |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Nancy ~ Her flame shines brightly forever more... Love & Light, Linda |
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WhiteRose Member Elite
since 2002-07-23
Posts 3208somebody's dungeon |
I am without words. Our loss is great, her gain is even greater. This is lovely Linda. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Rosewhite ~ May we gather comfort from the sharing of our poetic family's loss and grief... Love & Light, Linda |
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Justbleu Member Elite
since 1999-08-31
Posts 3329Oregon, Originally From Alaska :) |
EA this is wonderful....may Lyra rest in peace!!!! Bridgette "Somewhere, somehow, it should be possible to touch someone and never let go again. To hold someone, not for a moment but forever." Unknown |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Thank you for such serene and peaceful feelings when our hearts weigh so heavy. A beautiful tribute Linda~ |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Bridgette ~ I appreciate your gentle words. Yes, our beloved Lyra is now at peace... Love & Light, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
BluesSerende ~ Thank you for such a kind and loving reply. Love & Light, EA |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
God speed... ... |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Passing shadows ~ ...here's a tissue for you--and one for myself... Love & Light, Linda |
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Ceinwyn Member Elite
since 2000-07-09
Posts 2175VA |
Linda..*hugs* I wish I had gotten to know her better, only knew her from her poems and replies...she had so much strength and courage and it most definately puts everything into perspective..I even checked out her website..woah..I'm reading all these responses and tributes..and I have this keen sense that she is with all of us comforting us..I wish she knew that she touched my heart too...but honestly now I think she knows..weird huh? *shuts up now* |
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kayjay Member Elite
since 2002-06-24
Posts 2015Oregon |
This is beautifully felt and written. Like Jason, I did not know Lyra well, but had read and enjoyed some of her work. It is very comforting to read the outpouring of love and warmth from those who did. Ken Through rubble and trouble and dark of night |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Ceinwyn ~ That website put together for her is absolutely wonderful! A marvellous keepsake for her family (hers and ours!) to treasure for all times. Love & Light, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Ken ~ Thank you for that kind and compassionate reply. Love & Light, Linda |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
(tears fall down my cheeks) Oh Marti, this is beautiful, sweet friend, her time did come truly and I know deep down she is only stronger than ever and always will be because she is free and we all will never forget her and her love will always shine! (wipes tears) I send extra special friendship hugs to you for writing this, sweet friend, God Bless You, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Linda, thank you for sharing! May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Noah, thank you for your wonderful graphic and comment. You are such a Dear One... Love & Light, Linda |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Thank you, Linda, for this beautiful heartfelt poem. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Martie ~ Thank you--and yes, it was heart-felt---truly from my feeling heart... Love & Light, Linda |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Linda, She lights the skies and heavens with her smile and gentle grace. A beautiful poem for our little Chipmunk. Now I have to go wipe my eyes and blow my nose for the umpteenth time today. Hugs friend, Marti |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Marti ~ Thank you!---and I know what you mean about the "umpteenth time!"... Love & Light, Linda |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Linda, this is a lovely poem for Lyra. I too am glad she is no longer in pain. She was a very special friend. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Sweet Sue ~ I appreciate you stopping by and sharing your thoughts... Love & Light, Linda |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
Hello Linda Your words were so very comforting and heartfelt. Your kind heart shone through each and every word. Lyra will be sadly missed by so many people. "We are all angels with only one with..... we can fly only by embracing each other." Take care........Sue I am in motion |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Sue ~ I appreciate your gentle and touching reply. Thank you... Love & Light, Linda |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Earth Angel - I always knew that you were an angel, now I know you are from reading this... BC |
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Rdz9 Member
since 2003-03-16
Posts 142MT, USA |
Like some others, I am new to this site, and never had the priviledge of meeting Lyra. But, by the poems written for her, she must have been a wonderful person with a beautiful soul, able to touch lives through words.... I am truly sorry to have never met her. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
BC ~ Thank you, Kind Heart--and it takes one to know one... Love & Light, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Rdz9 ~ Welcome to Passions! You may not have met Dear Lyra while she was still in physical form, but she knows you!-- now that she is in spirit... Love & Light, Earth Angel |
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