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Alone...On My Own ... a little bit of history here
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Alone...On My Own ... a little bit of history here |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan 
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggssssssss) Oh Lyra, this brought tears to my eyes reading this, this is soooooooooo beautiful, yes, you are not alone and your gorgeous words give me faith that maybe I'll hear from Joanna again soon and I won't be alone for much longer, God Bless You, you are in my prayers now, 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 "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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the_loner_23 Member Ascendant
since 2002-06-08
Posts 5479Jacksonville, Florida, USA |
This is so heart felt. Tears were starting to come into my eyes.  But I love it.Cold hands means a warm heart |
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ThunderMage Senior Member
since 2002-06-20
Posts 812Canada |
Nobody's ever really alone. The world's problems are now on my shoulders, but also on the shoulders of every other hero in existence. What is life without poetry and adventure? |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Noah... and Julie.... thanks so much for your replies.... I didn't mean this to be a sad poem... It was about the year after my first husband died... I met David 13 months after he died, but during that 13 months, I was so proud that I had managed to live alone and keep my life from falling apart. I got married for the first time, a week after graduating from college... so it was a new experience for me to be on my own, and when I met David, I fell in love with him immediately but wasn't really sure about giving up my new-found independance.... but... I'm sure glad I did! ~ loving hugsLyra copyright2002 Lyra Nesius "poetry is life distilled" Gwendolyn Brooks [This message has been edited by Madame Chipmunk (10-22-2002 11:51 PM).] |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Thanks Thunderhero.... No one is truly alone... but there are times when it sure feels like we are... Thanks for the reply ~ late nite hugsLyra |
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ThunderMage Senior Member
since 2002-06-20
Posts 812Canada |
 No problem. So many call me a hero, and what kind of hero just lets everyone face life alone?  What is life without poetry and adventure? |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Lovely poem and story Lyra. If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. [This message has been edited by Larry C (10-23-2002 12:23 AM).] |
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FuzzyFrazzledFraggle Member
since 2002-09-20
Posts 155Fraggle Rock |
Awwww, okie so much from constructive critiques..but *sigh* heartfelt and heart warming and heart..hrm....I dunno..sweet, you are forever blessed Lady Chipmunk as we all are blessed to read your words..  Consider yourself fuzzed [This message has been edited by FuzzyFrazzledFraggle (10-23-2002 12:25 AM).] |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Lyra, you and David look so good together. No, it's not a sad poem, but one of closeness, loving, a meeting and bonding |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Lyra, you and David are the picture of love and affection and look like you've been together forever. You are both fortunate indeed to have each other. Again, wishing you both a very happy and blessed Anniversary. Love, Marti |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
What a beautiful love story Lyra! You and David have a wonderful anniversary! ~Hugs to you both~ ~ Time has cast a spell on you |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Lyra, That's one for the chipmunk. You have a good husband, a gentleman and a scholar. and you deserve them both. Wonderful write and pictures. |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Lyra...this was so heartfelt.. I love the pictures of you and David...and I will always feel the warmth that you two share among yourselves and with others... love to you both Maureen |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Your story of personal growth and finding love has touched me more deeply than you could ever know. This is beautiful and triumphant and glorious! Blessings to you both on your first wedding anniversary! This is another treasure for my library! ~ May the winds of good fortune blow your way Linda |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Chippymunk - what a wonderful love story. I can relate to being "on my own" and then out of the blue meeting someone that is destined to be your mate. Have a wonderful anniversary...and hey!!....it is also my daughters birthday!! hugs, Chris Life is not measured by breaths you take, but by moments that take your breath away. |
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RSWells Member Elite
since 2001-06-17
Posts 2533 |
I'm glad you found a slice of happiness. he appears to be a kind man. Enjoyed this hopeful write. |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Lyra, I LOVE this. Not only is the poem superb, but the thoughts and true feelings that you put into it are so precious. I am so glad that you found your sweet love. And, it sounds like you weren't even LOOKING for him at the time. I can truly relate to this, because this is how it happened with my Gary and me. I was also a widow when I met my Gary. I truly feel that the Keeper Of The Stars put us together. And I'm so thankful that He did. Thanks for sharing, sweet friend. Love To All, Ethel |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Lyra A beautiful love story...and the photos made me smile. Happy Anniversary, dear Lyra and Dave!! |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
No, it's not a sad poem, Lyra...but a hope-filled one, that so many can take to heart, and know that even when it seems like we can stand alone, God really wants us to have the happiness we so deserve... and in your husband, you found what you didn't even know you were looking for... |
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Magicmystery Senior Member
since 2002-02-13
Posts 821Windsor, Ontario, Canada |
No... this is anything but a sad poem.... it is a celebration of love and unexpected joy of discovering that a void you didn't know existed was so filled with warmth and wonder. I know a story like yours... and it should fill every corner of PIP with hope. Well Done Honey!!!! Sherry Ps You are in my prayers |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Larry... I know that SuperDave will appreciate the drum roll... thanks very much Fuzzy... thanks so much for your reply, and I'm glad you enjoyed Michael... thanks so much for your kind words and lovely compliment... I'm sure that David will appreciate it also Marti... thanks so much for giving us your blessing... we have had a wonderful anniversary and the cake wasn't even stale  Nancy... thanks so much for your sweet reply... we have been having a lovely anniversary Lyra |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Sy... thanks so much for reading my poem and it was so nice to meet you and Isabelle in person Maureen... Thanks for spreading your warmth to us also... it was so much fun having lunch with you that day in Florida Linda... Thanks for your reply and I'm glad that you saw the poem as it was meant to be seen... a triumph Chris... Happy Birthday to your daughter and thanks for your reply. It sounds like things worked out well for you too RSWells... Yes, David is the kindest and most unselfish man in the whole world... thanks so much for your reply Lyra |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Ethel... thanks so much for your reply, and I'm glad that things worked out well for you too Martie... thanks for the anniversary wishes and I'm glad you enjoyed the pics Karilea... I think the best way to find someone is to not look for them... if that makes any sense. But you are right, I found not only what I wasn't looking for...but also what I didn't realize I needed and wanted... Thanks for your wise reply Sherry... Thanks so much for your reply. Maybe we should have a personal love story challenge so that we can learn about all of the wonderful love stories here at Piptalk. I think that would provide lots of hope Lyra |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Lyra~ I enjoyed this lovely voyage thru your life. Thanks for sharing. It reminds me of some of the lines in my poem Hope that I wrote for you & Dave awhile back...Paul |
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Muys Member
since 2002-04-06
Posts 389The Netherlands |
Lyra You are never allone "you have Dave and so many friends behind you We all think about you and Pray that you be happy.  Love Muys |
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SimplyGold Senior Member
since 2002-07-10
Posts 1453 |
Madame C. What a truly beauiful write. It did make me swell a bit. But, this was not out of saddnes, it was because you had the courage to open your heart, take a risk and learn. It is a beautiful thing when two people touch.. Best to you both! Love SG |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
Such a sweet story have I the good fortune to have shared. ThisDiamond |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
It's a beautiful poem, Lyra, to a very nice fellow I'm glad I had the opportunity to meet. You make a wonderful couple and I'm glad the two of you found each other |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Thanks so much, Paul... I remember that beautiful poem... thanks again for writing it  Muys... thanks so much for your kind words, I admire you greatly and appreciate your friendship and your good wishes Electra... thanks so much for the compliment. I don't know what I would have done if I hadn't met David... and at the time... I didn't think I needed anyone  Kathy... thank you for the reply and I am looking forward to meeting you soon Michael... thanks so much for your very sweet reply... We are both happy to have met you also  Lyra |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
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