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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
A state of mind, a knowing? Or, a place of soul, of spiritual substance? What is love, what does love mean? My best friend is love, she I can ~feel~. For she is ~respectful~ of who I am, just as I am. For she is ~giving~ wanting nothing in return. For she is ~humble~ placing self below me. For she is ~trustworthy~ as I lay my private thoughts before her, she'll not betray. For she is ~open-minded~ considering our differences. For she is ~truthful~ teaching me honesty. For she is ~strong~ allowing me to be weak. For she is ~courageous~ allowing me to lay my fear upon her. For she is ~non-judgemental~ allowing for my imperfection. For she is ~wise~ knowing when to only listen. For she is ~soul food~ nourishing my spirit. That is what love is. They say God is love. But, who is God? ~Love~ All these positive factors which my best friend possesses and gives to me. ~God~ Through her, Through me, Through you. We can make a difference if we just: ~LOVE~ . . . . ..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.. "Desiderata" [This message has been edited by regards2you (02-22-2003 10:25 AM).] |
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SEA 
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
I remember this one, I do like this very much! Glad you are putting it in for the book!!  |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
I like the way you wound this around...to perfect harmony. Excellent choice! |
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fractal007 Senior Member
since 2000-06-01
Posts 1958 |
A beautiful poem. I hope it gets into the book. "If my fate is to die, I must simply laugh" |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
I LOVE this poem! I wish I had written this it, for I too am fortunate to have such a friend as this. Love for, and of, God and our fellow man/woman/child gives meaning to life. LOVE definitely makes the world go 'round--as you have so eloquently illustrated with this fine poem! Warm morning hugs, Linda |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
lovely thoughts... regards, sudhir |
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the_loner_23 Member Ascendant
since 2002-06-08
Posts 5479Jacksonville, Florida, USA |
Beautiful poem. Cold hands means a warm heart |
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aries_luv_ppl Senior Member
since 2001-09-20
Posts 1448Universal Mind |
Very cool. I LOVE IT. Wish I write like that. BTW, nice thoughts. That's always count. Vote in! ~Every girl has a dream within. |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
All these positive factors which my best friend possesses and gives to me. ================================= To give is to receive...words of wisdom poetess Pat...and I am so pleased you posted for the book...youre part of the family... and the book should reflect that. Lovely tribute to a special bond formed thru friendship. oouuu eeee oouu ah ah ting tang walla walla bing bang ... |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Yes Pat..'Love' is the answer.. 'Love' is all we need. Vote is in! ~Hugs~ ~ Trace my body with your words.. |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggsssssss) Oh Patricia, this is soooooo lovely, sweet friend, yay, only love can save us now and it's all we need nevertheless, may your friend always bring you comfort and joy, yay, God Bless You, you have my enthusiastic vote, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Patricia, 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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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
hey, you joined in! smiling here..i should have known that your submission will be of a spiritual nature...  i like "placing self below me"...it is probably just me but i am so used to reading "placing (insert) above self" that that line was more impactful than usual |
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Chanson Senior Member
since 2000-08-19
Posts 1559Up Creek w/Out Paddle |
A good friend's love is sooo heart warming. Well said! When you think you have heard it all, |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Pat, I loved this when you put it on the Open Forum, and I still love it. I'm glad you're putting it in for the book....  Hugs, Ethel [This message has been edited by garysgirl (02-22-2003 09:27 PM).] |
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GG Member Elite
since 2002-12-03
Posts 3532Lost in thought |
AMEN you've just described a best friend and described that love is actions to someone.. and not what some may think. Yes, God is love and we can see His love, in friends. Always, Alyssa - And so it was that time stood still - (blink, breathe, stand, fight) [This message has been edited by GG (02-23-2003 02:39 AM).] |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I agree love like that can be to just about anyone if you do it right! Great poem for this book. |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Love is a hard thing to define, but you've done it justice |
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Lighthousebob Member Elite
since 2000-06-14
Posts 4725California |
What a great friend you've described here who has given to you a face in which to associate with as Love (God) set in motion. This is a beautiful poem that is certainly worthy in my book for submission to our book. God continue to bless you my poet friend. -Bob |
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Lighthousebob Member Elite
since 2000-06-14
Posts 4725California |
What a great friend you've described here who has given to you a face in which to associate with as Love (God) set in motion. This is a beautiful poem that is certainly worthy in my book for submission to our book. God continue to bless you my poet friend. -Bob |
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DawnG
since 2000-06-23
Posts 1494United States |
I missed this one before, but am thrilled I saw it this time. A great book submission. Dawn |
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Ceinwyn Member Elite
since 2000-07-09
Posts 2175VA |
enjoyed..*sigh* Im the queen of one liners sorry! If at first you don't succeed destroy all the evidence that you tried. |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
Enjoyed the read a lot Charisma |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Very well said, all of these are so true.. Nicely done.. |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
Great poem! |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
enjoyed |
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El_Campeador Senior Member
since 2003-01-29
Posts 761Ohio, USA |
Ah, this one deserves to be in the book, Pat. You've got my vote! ~El Campeador “We are all travelers in the wilderness of this world, and the best that we can find in our travels is an honest friend.” –Robert Louis Stevenson |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Pat...Love most beautifully defined! [This message has been edited by Martie (02-28-2003 09:06 PM).] |
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Marshalzu
since 2001-02-15
Posts 2681Lurking |
~ Beautiful ~ |
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Kielo Senior Member
since 2002-02-11
Posts 1109 |
I liked this very much. Kielo I know only one thing, and that thing is that I know nothing. |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
Just wanted to thank all of you for taking the time to read and reply. I have to agree, this is true love and my friend has never let me down, and a perfect example of God in human form. I feel blessed to have this loving person in my life. Glad you all relate. Again, thanks to each of you. Hugs and love, Pat ..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.. |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
regards this was just stunning - love to read you - got my vote - xxoo |
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WhiteRose Member Elite
since 2002-07-23
Posts 3208somebody's dungeon |
Nicely done, enjoyed. |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Pat, I've read this 3 times tonight and cried each time. I have a best friend and darn I wish I had written these outstanding, loving, caring words! Of all your beautiful, elegant and fantastic poems, this one is by far my most favorite. Huggles and a vote, Marti Few are those who see with their own eyes and feel with their own hearts. A.Einstein |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
Voting for this. Joyce |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
yes |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
Marti, I remember your comments, very similar, first time I posted this. Friends like this are true blessings, indeed. Mine phoned me last night, even tho. now w. computer and instant IM, or e-mail...voices still are so special to hear... Call yours, (in Kansas City???) bet she'll be thrilled! So glad you enjoy this. Sue, WhiteRose, Joyce and Ron, Thank you all....Hugs & Love, Pat ..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.. "Desiderata" [This message has been edited by regards2you (03-19-2003 08:56 PM).] |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
How lucky you are to have such a friend... how lucky she is to have you. *S* Love is so many things... and every facet enriches us. *S* Great write! |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
As a teenager, my favorite song was 'What The World Needs Now (is love sweet love)'. Your poem reminds me of that. Good one!  |
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Mon Cherie
since 2001-10-31
Posts 922Land of Never-ending Summers |
Wow!!! I really love it! If this poem wasn't accepted yet, I would've voted for it! Now it'll go straight into my library.  Thanks for sharing, Patricia! _,,,^.^,,,_ |
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Mon Cherie
since 2001-10-31
Posts 922Land of Never-ending Summers |
Dear me... but i forgot to add it in... hehe... So now you see me again_,,,^.^,,,_ |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
Mon Cherie, Very glad you took the time to read and reply. And, am glad you found this to your liking. Thank you for your time. Hugs, Pat |
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Athi New Member
since 2003-05-02
Posts 5KL, Malaysia |
nicely written...love is simple yet constitutes all that u've mentioned in there.. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
OhPat~ Just how 'reflective' is this ? 'My best friend is love, she I can ~feel~. For she is ~respectful~ of who I am, just as I am. For she is ~giving~ wanting nothing in return. For she is ~humble~ placing self below me. For she is ~trustworthy~ as I lay my private thoughts before her, she'll not betray. For she is ~open-minded~ considering our differences. For she is ~truthful~ teaching me honesty. For she is ~strong~ allowing me to be weak. For she is ~courageous~ allowing me to lay my fear upon her. For she is ~non-judgemental~ allowing for my imperfection. For she is ~wise~ knowing when to only listen.' My goodness lady ... this poem alone would justify purchase of the book~ I have found YOU to be just the quality of friend you describe~  The replies you've received certainly reflect that those who know you through your friendship are fortunate indeed~ *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ *I know ... I know*  ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
big smile |
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