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waldopepper Member
since 2003-03-18
Posts 157Tennessee, USA |
Some say thay you can't go home again. Not true I suspect for the fortunate ones who carry a piece of home with them. You know the ones I mean. They bring quiet confidence to times of uncertainty with their subtle wisdom; all the while bearing a smile of comely modesty. Regardless of their adventures, or the distances these mentors amass; their station is one of comfort and ease, without really trying. Is it any wonder that an irresistible attraction exists within their bounds? As countless, wayward souls cling to the answers they bring; for burdensome doubts that shadow their days on end. I try to imagine the advice these citizens of the world might give, "Do you truly seek to wind your way home- to go back again?" Silently they must laugh at my expectations wound. "Someday", I promise myself, "I will come to know their mannner and kind". Following the paths emblazoned by these saints; that need not remorse legacies of would-be disciples left out in the cold. Sparse moments provide a glimpse of the methods I seek, swiftly lost in apathy's tally. (Look to them fast for their conduit shall close.) "Lay aside yourself" comes their undulant ring, "clear the paths to show a kinder sacrifice that must be made, if you are to sing our gentle chanson of peace. Set your sights beyond mimicked taunts that cloud your view; an image - panoramic and revealing, lies just through the way, where answers come to doubts laid dormant and plain." Carry a piece of home with you... is that the simple Amen, for a hymn I would sing as truth unfolds? Perhaps best rehearsed in faith; but let me sing out again and again. Countless paths will bring chance to meet with these simple sages; blessed then to receive their subtle embrace. "On with your journey, for you have visited our way. Look well - for you will meet the uninformed and their charade; that surely perpetuates the ongoing sway. Remember your home. Offer the lilt of love, in that you would intend." |
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LoveBug
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Member Elite
since 2000-01-08
Posts 4697 |
I really enjoyed this one.. we all know these kinds of people, and you describe and explain them rather well, I think. I hope this gets in. Oh, make me Thine forever |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Weldome to Passions.... Excellent write! ~Smiles and a vote~ ~ A dream is a wish your heart makes ~ |
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WhiteRose Member Elite
since 2002-07-23
Posts 3208somebody's dungeon |
Oh yes dear friend, an excellent choice for submission. We all have crossed paths with people such as this. We feel their touch upon our hearts, they effect our lives in such a wonderful way. You paint upon these pages of blue, with your words, a layered picture that can be seen in the minds eye. Wonderful, simply wonderful. [This message has been edited by WhiteRose (03-18-2003 10:23 PM).] |
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WhiteRose Member Elite
since 2002-07-23
Posts 3208somebody's dungeon |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
(sigh) Yes!!! By all means necessary, we must remember home is where the heart is and along the excursion we make through suffering and onto God's country we are treading with faith and love is that second wind and embrace it as it will become us! (big hugggssssssss) This is a marvelous debut, sweet friend, yay, I LOVE IT!!! Welcome to Passions, sweet Walter, may you be inspired by all of us here as we will all be inspired by your lovely words! I can't wait to read more of your lovely words, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Walter, 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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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
What a beautiful post! |
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waldopepper Member
since 2003-03-18
Posts 157Tennessee, USA |
Thank you all so much for making me feel welcome here. I look forward to reading some very fine poetry. I also promise to show responsibility and respect for this site. With gratitude. Walter (waldopepper) Waddle |
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Alicethruglass Member
since 2001-06-19
Posts 368 |
You know the ones I mean. They bring quiet confidence to times of uncertainty with their subtle wisdom; all the while bearing a smile of comely modesty. many beautiful lines and thoughts..sort of a calming effect. ~A~ |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Welcome to Passions! I enjoyed your first posting! Warm, welcoming hugs, Earth Angel |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Walter, this is an excellent choice for submission to the book and a very good first post. I look forward to reading more of your work. and Hugs, Ethel....garysgirl |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Well welcome to Passions and what a wonderful posting. I have met some of those people of which you write, and along my path I suppose I shall meet more. Very nice write indeed. |
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Lost Dreamer Member Elite
since 1999-06-20
Posts 2464Somewhere near the Rainbow |
Welcome to Passions. You've penned a fabulous poem here. There are many people who are very much like you have described here in this poem, sometimes I think people just don't always recognize the wisdom they portray. You've recognized and show a wonderful message that hope makes it in the book. Sometimes we have to follow a stronger voice, even if it's silent. |
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waldopepper Member
since 2003-03-18
Posts 157Tennessee, USA |
Thanks everybody. Home carries so many different meanings and images for me, so I truly appreciate the many responses that this poem has received. |
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bsquirrel
since 2000-01-03
Posts 7855 |
I love this searching. |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
This is a very good poem. Ethel |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Set your sights beyond mimicked taunts that cloud your view; an image - panoramic and revealing, lies just through the way, where answers come to doubts laid dormant and plain. I love the subject matter and the wisdom you lend through your expression! *Bravo Sir* |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
what a calming balm this post is...and such deep thoughts in this one...i especially liked "apathy's tally" and "mimicked taunts" a vote and a belated welcome to passions |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
Yes it would e nice to gohome again. Joyce |
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SPIRIT Senior Member
since 2002-12-29
Posts 1745California Desert |
Awesome!! |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
this was an easy read, very touching |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
very touching and inspiring! |
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