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the SARS virus says (tanka)
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the SARS virus says (tanka) |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore 
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You grow complacent drenched in your competence God wants to remind your life isn't quite your own Don't waste on self-involvement |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
Kaile, Oh my! Thinking here....... Hugs, Pat  ..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.. |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
hey thanks Pat, i have been in a reflective mood these days too...this SARS virus took my nation by surprise and to date, 4 people have died from it...i'm not spiritual but it kinda got me thinking into how and why such things happen and perhaps, more importantly, to take stock of my life and appreciate the fact that there must be someone Greater, Higher than me to allocate our fates for why do these individuals perish while I still survive and remain cocky? thanks for being here with me.. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Life is so fragile. We should not waste a precious moment. SARS is a devasting new illness on the world scene--especially in Asia. Peace & Light EA |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
thanks for visiting Linda... we mustn't spend our time here and as cliched as it sounds, i think we must strive to make this world a better place when we leave than the state it was in when we arrived... a timely reminder for me to be less selfish and to reach out to my family, peers, community more |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
please remain cocky  thanks for this, as I was wondering how you might be handling this new challengewith great strength of character, of course |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
what kind and flattering sentiments, Kacy... though it isn't like i have to deal with it..i don't visit hospitals and no one in my social circle is affected by this disease yet..i should most likely escape unscarred, unless God has other plans for me |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
kaile - with your strength and determination - nothing can stop you now: Don't waste on self-involvement You live what you write - xxoo |
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KristieSue
since 2003-01-31
Posts 1460PA, US |
You've shown your strenth with your words... wonderful job :-) Failure isn't failure if a lesson from it is learned ~ KS |
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Moonlight Romeo
since 2001-09-10
Posts 982The heart of you |
An excellent play on words; and, a reminder of what is important. Thank you. Peace is the only battle worth waging. |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Nice thoughts...James |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
wow! thank you! |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggsssssss) I only wonder how our medical research money will be spent now, as if AIDS is bad enough! (wipes tears) My prayers are with all the world that the remedy can be found to this mystery illness, sweet friend, God Bless You, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Kaile, 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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GG Member Elite
since 2002-12-03
Posts 3532Lost in thought |
ah yes, we don't know the day nor hour... lets help our neigbor and spread truth. And lets smile weird isnt it, what it takes before we think of this. enjoyed! Always, Alyssa - And so it was that time stood still - |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
Kaile, At the same time I was answering this yesterday a couple from Kansas(?) was being featured on morning news; they just back from China, adopting a child, and he contracted this disease, and got well. Sadly, many couples are now foregoing trips there for adoption purposes until a cure is found. Have no idea if God is doing this, but I did like your answer to Linda in the #4 post. And as Alyssa said we never know the day. Like you, I too, would like to think I did more than live for self while here. I have believed for some time attributes such as compassion, empathy, and love for others is the God part of me. I personally believe without God, I'd be quite self-centered, as most animals are. Appreciate your Tanka...quite thought provoking and worth a little bump. Stay well, happy day, Hugs, Pat ..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Excellent write Kaile with plenty for us to ponder. The disease is on the rise here in Canada as well. ~Hugs, be well!~ ~Somewhere in my heart I'm always |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Interesting and thoughtful poem, kaile....stay well! |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
kaile, it seems this nasty disease is spreading world wide, with devastating consequences. Stay well .... Marti Few are those who see with their own eyes and feel with their own hearts. A.Einstein |
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