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Until My Spirit Had Its Fill
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Until My Spirit Had Its Fill |
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Mysteria 
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada 
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 We all took a trip to the cemetery Just as other friends and families do, It found us gazing down on her marker Our heads were bowed in a prayer or two. I placed a lily on the grave Where a dancer’s graceful body lay, Tears welled up as I spoke to her, Then I quickly had to run away. I don’t know what possessed me, I turned 'round to see an awesome sight … Filtering through the trees above her grave Shone the brightest, radiant light. My soul was so struck by that beauty For me, time froze standing very still. I absorbed such wonderful memories, Until my spirit had its fill. Was Willow sending me a message? No, then I smiled and realized, The warmth of her was in my heart, Where she will never, ever die. Each of us will leave this plain, But we’re never really that far away, We’ll always hear those who miss us, As they bow their head and they pray. ~*~ For Willow With Love [This message has been edited by Mysteria (06-01-2003 04:46 AM).] |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Oh dear Sharon, this is so deeply touching .... a wonderful poem! Love, Margherita |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Sharon, this poem really touched me. I could feel your heart in it. Thank you for sharing your heart with us.  Hugs  Ethel |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
Sharon, your love beats in every word, very touching. (((hugs))) Charisma |
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Patricia Member Elite
since 2003-04-06
Posts 2160Missouri |
This is absolutely lovely. I could probably quote the poem in its entirety...but this stanza was my favorite: I don’t know what possessed me, I turned 'round to see an awesome sight … Filtering through the trees above her grave Shone the brightest, radiant light. I have seen this light, and it is most beautiful. I have longed to see it again...I must find the time to walk the path where I had seen it a few years ago. I think of it often, but my life has changed so much recently that I do not have the time. Guess what? After your reminder, I will make that time...this week! And I think, too, I will see something beautifully new is this light because of your words. Patricia |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Beautiful Sharon. And, Willow will always live on in your heart. Her light shining brightly. Wonderful heartfelt write. ~Smiles & Hugs, Nancy~ ~Somewhere in my heart I'm always |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
 This...is one of your better gifts to us. Graceful, loving, sincere, and you. |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Sharon, your writing and spirit are such a gift to me. This touched my heart. Thank you sweet lady. Hugs, Marti Few are those who see with their own eyes and feel with their own hearts. A.Einstein |
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bslicker
since 2000-12-04
Posts 2321state of mind |
Bravo Bravo what a great write reminded my of one i wrote for my brother when i first joined passions.  A smile a day keeps the world in smile's. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
this is so very touching... |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
And may the spirit of you stay forever full. Sharon, thank you for sharing this beautiful Willow moment. |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
Oh Sharon  now you've gone and made me teary eyed...this is beautiful, so moving.Melissa~ Intellectually I know that Canada is no better than any other country. Emotionally I KNOW that Canada is the best country in the world! |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
Sharon: God I love reading you . . . this is beautiful reminds me of My Gram (well not my own Gram but she and I like to think so) The lily and the sight - ahhh this one made me feel at peace - truly amazing vision xxoo |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (tears fall down my cheeks) God Bless You, dearest friend, you have a very golden heart and Willow too has that heart you gave to her and because of that she will never forget you and always love you and is always dancing in your heart where her spirit will always shine in! (big angel hugs) You always shine in your most compassionate and loving poetry, sweet friend, I send extra special healing hugs your way, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Sharon, 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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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Do you all have any idea of just how you warmed my heart today. Sundays are very sad for me as Willow (Jenna) phoned me every single Sunday from the time she moved from Winnipeg and joined her first ballet tour in 1965 until the the last few weeks before she died in 2001 so that is over 35 years of calls. I find Sundays are so tough and they always cause tears. I am crying as I write to thank you all. Well I hope at least when I write about her that you too will think lovingly of someone you lost in fondness too. Thank you so very much. [This message has been edited by Mysteria (06-01-2003 06:15 PM).] |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Beautiful...James |
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Richy Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 3050 |
Mysteria, that is one of the most tender and loving poems I’ve ever read. I’m sure your daughter Willow was the most amazing and wonderful person. My heart truly goes out for you. What a caring and loving tribute of a Mother’s love for her child. This sincerely touched my heart. My deepest blessings to you, Richy |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
I don’t know what possessed me, I turned 'round to see an awesome sight … Filtering through the trees above her grave Shone the brightest, radiant light. My soul was so struck by that beauty For me, time froze standing very still. I absorbed such wonderful memories, Until my spirit had its fill. ================================== I have said before,that she is your most giving muse and will always be,and forgive me for repeating myself, but reading this beauty reminds me of how sweet both the release and the inspiration is. The love is boundless and timeless. And you know I understand. Im still imagining your voice ... |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
James Michael - thank you so much. Richy - How sweet of you, however Willow was a childhood friend and more like my soul sister than my child. The love of her was as deep though, thank you. Janet Marie - Yes, I do know you know and that is such a comfort. Thank you. |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Sharon...The light, the love...all part of a love that will always be part of you. This poem touched a special place for me. |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Sharon~ What a beautiful and loving tribute this is. You do some of your best writing when you write of Willow. And this... "The warmth of her was in my heart, Where she will never, ever die." Much truth in these words, my friend. Hugs to you, ~Vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
It sure helps having friends to write to, and a place to write out my feelings when I need to, so thank you. |
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QjQ Member Elite
since 2003-04-18
Posts 3756U.S.A. |
a very nice write and pic,,, QjQ |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Oh, Sharon, this is such a heart warming poem of our spiritual connection with one another. WE do truly miss those who pass away, but how magnificent when their essence pours over us. THis is such a lovely tribute to Willow and to love and friendship Liz |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Sharon, your dear heart is showing in this beautiful tribute to Willow. She was a wonderful woman, and a lifelong friend who will be in your tender memories always. I consider myself fortunate to know her through your memories and words. Love ya ... Best wishes and hugs,  /Kit |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
You know she's still dancing among the Willows... I have no doubt about that - And this is a great tribute to her, m'friend...  |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I think in the loss she made me find friends that are a HUGE help and I thank you all for that, and I mean that. |
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