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The Gift
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The Gift |
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SimplyGold Senior Member
since 2002-07-10
Posts 1453 |
The Gift Every move is an effort It is not so much that her steps are labored It is the little calmaties of the day that tear at her peace of mind Like the rain that beats against weathered wood Every day living beats down her fragile resistance Her house protects her though it too is weary, together they hold each other up She is of a different world Alone now in a place that is moving much too fast She holds on to me and I steady her giving assurance as much as I can In her eyes there is sorrow and fear but, there is also great strength Her hands like porcelain are paper thin, worn from years of tender touching In her voice courage She is in the autumn of her life To look at her is to see myself For I am of the age she was when we first met To slow down time is a gift I cannot give So we walk together her hand in mine.. C2002SimplyGold [This message has been edited by SimplyGold (11-04-2002 01:02 AM).] |
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DawnG 
since 2000-06-23
Posts 1494United States |
This is a beautiful poem albeit sad. Thanks for sharing with us. Dawn |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
SG, this is so precious. It showed so much love and compassion. Thanks for sharing with us. Love makes the world go 'round (unkown) |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Compassionately done! Kethry Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Your poem is a wonderful gift, a tender look at life's journey. Well done, poet friend. A keeper for all seasons. |
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Radrook Senior Member
since 2002-08-09
Posts 648 |
Enjoyed this beautiful poem. Thanks for sharing! God bless! |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
Thought provoking write, Simply Gold...You may not be able to slow down time...but you are sharing time...and that's the best gift of all. ...believe what your heart feels... |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Thank you dear SG for this "Gift" of compassionate poetry. Your depth of understanding of the human condition and the world in which we live, is so well expressed in all of your writing--and this was no exception. Beautifully conveyed--gratefully received. ~ warm hugs for a warm heart of gold EA |
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SimplyGold Senior Member
since 2002-07-10
Posts 1453 |
I say to each of you, Radrook, Earth Angel, Kethry, Scorpio, DawnG, garysgirl and Midnite Sun: Thank you poet hearts As my writing links me to you your writing links you to me Your poetry is and in the years to come will continue to be my source of inspiration. Each of you in your own creative and special way ground me. Affectionately, SimplyGold [This message has been edited by SimplyGold (11-04-2002 04:45 PM).] |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (sigh) Oh Electra, this is soooooooo compassionately beautiful, sweet friend, and may with your loving faith and compassion find growing courage for her and othes to follow their dreams and find a smile to hold at heart always! (kiss on cheek) God Bless You, sweet friend, I love this, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Electra, 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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