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Midnitesun

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0 posted 2003-04-25 12:11 PM

I am not a Christian,
I am not a Jew,
I am not a Muslim,
not a Buddhist,
nor a Hindu.
Yet I am much like you.

I search for Peace,
Hope, Love, Harmony.

I search for answers
from high above,
I trust and believe
in a God of Love.
I do believe
there is more out there
than just the moon
bright stars and air,
that somehow life was meant to be
a beautiful vision
for all to see.

I don't partake
of the Establishments its true,
but please be kind and remember
how much I am like you.

Thank you,
Midnitesun

*

May ripples of LOVE
become waves of PEACE

Thanks to Sharon, for helping me re-work that previously awkward ending.
[This message has been edited by Midnitesun (04-25-2003 03:55 PM).]

Opeth
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1 posted 2003-04-25 12:22 PM

Melodic and smoothly written.

These words could be an agnostic's anthem.

Enjoyed!

~ Opeth

Midnitesun

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2 posted 2003-04-25 12:25 PM

Thank you so much for your reply, Opeth.

Margherita
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3 posted 2003-04-25 01:00 PM

Very beautiful in content and rhythm. I don't think Our God of Love wants us forcedly wearing labels. When you speak of Love, it means you have discovered the essence of Life. When there is Love, there is also respect for each other, whether we believe in God or not, whether we follow the teachings of one religion or another.
Thank you.
Love, Margherita

junemac
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4 posted 2003-04-25 01:23 PM

hi,
i thought this was wonderful and so much like my own beliefs. thank you for posting this one its great.
hugs from june x

Mistletoe Angel

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5 posted 2003-04-25 01:28 PM

(sigh) I too think Love should never be labeled with a name, I never like to call myself a Catholic even when I believe in many of the doctrines followed, for what difference does it make? it is a simple creed to love and I am just going to call myself a Lover! (kiss on cheek) This is wonderful writing, sweet friend, you go, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Kacy, thank you for sharing!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

And that's the most wonderful thing about creating. It will always be a mystery.

***Shakira***

Nightshade

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just out of reach

6 posted 2003-04-25 01:33 PM

This is lovely Kacy. I believe that we are all God's children, no matter if we attend a certain type of church or none at all. As long as we believe in His unchanging love for us. hugs, Chris

"Hope" is the thing with feathers-
that perches in the soul....

-Emily Dickinson

KoKo
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7 posted 2003-04-25 02:52 PM

This is quite beautiful and powerful. Thank you very much, I enjoyed this a lot.

I do not know whether I was then a man dreaming I was a butterfly, or whether I am now a butterfly dreaming I am a man.
--Chang Tzu

Midnitesun

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8 posted 2003-04-25 03:25 PM

Margherita, Chris, June, Noah, Koko

Thank you, for taking time to read and comment. I really appreciate your replies.
All our beliefs are of equal importance and deserving of respect.

QjQ
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9 posted 2003-04-25 09:15 PM

I search for answers
from high above,
I trust and believe
in a God of Love.
I do believe

words of great wisdom!! and a fabulous write

"It matters not how you answer, It matters only if i hear you"

garysgirl

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10 posted 2003-04-25 09:25 PM

Kacy, this is beautiful writing from your heart.
I really love the poem and the content of it.

I search for Peace,
Hope, Love, Harmony.

I search for answers
from high above,
I trust and believe
in a God of Love.
I do believe
there is more out there
than just the moon
bright stars and air,
that somehow life was meant to be
a beautiful vision
for all to see.

Heart Hugs,
Ethel

wranx
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11 posted 2003-04-25 10:21 PM

Me too, Kacy

Seems that I have also chosen "none of the above" on my registration.

And yes, you are very much like me. (Except, of course, for the beastly bits...lol)

Duncan
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12 posted 2003-04-25 11:12 PM

'I don't partake
of the Establishments its true,
but please be kind and remember
how much I am like you.'

Where it matters...yes.

BluesSerenade
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By the Seaside

13 posted 2003-04-25 11:23 PM

Religion is a personal choice~
Striving for inner peace and believing in the love of mankind as a whole is God's will.

It's nice to have company on the same page.
Good write Kacy~

Midnitesun

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14 posted 2003-04-26 12:06 PM

Q, Ethel, Dunc, Ed, Lori

Thanks friends!

Earth Angel
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15 posted 2003-04-26 10:19 PM

There are many paths up that mountain to enlightenment. Personally, I have travelled several--I've been baptized in four different churches! I now walk the spiritual path and I feel as though I have come home. There are no judgements--no dogma. I feel more complete and happier than I have been in my entire life. I feel free to just BE!--free to be little ole me!
Your poem was wonderful and I can identify with much of what you say. I am not an agnostic. I KNOW there is a God, though S/he is known by many names. There is a divine creative intelligence orchestrating the universe and Love is what ultimatley unites us with one another.
Your poem was insightful and held much meaning for me.

Love & Eternal Light,
Linda

Martie

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16 posted 2003-04-26 11:27 PM

Midnite...so much of what you say here, I say also...thank you for this affirmation of life.

Lisann
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17 posted 2003-04-26 11:32 PM

very nicely done. Its too bad that we can't all accept each other like this.....we seem to label everyone.......and it all ends up in hate.......what a shame.

Midnitesun

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18 posted 2003-04-27 01:05 AM

Linda, Martie, Lisann
THANKS! I really appreciate this kind of feedback. I never intend to step on the feet of anyone who holds a deep religious conviction, and anyone whose path leads them to a kinder gentler humanity is fine with me.
I humbly thank you, for your time and replies, Kacy

Justbleu
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19 posted 2003-04-28 02:17 PM

Kacy this is some nice truth...because deep down we are the same. Enjoyed!!!
Bridgette

"Somewhere, somehow, it should be possible to touch someone and never let go again. To hold someone, not for a moment but forever." Unknown

passing shadows
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20 posted 2003-04-28 02:21 PM

very true

aries_luv_ppl
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21 posted 2003-04-28 03:47 PM

This is sooooooooooo lovely and beautiful.

I LOVE IT.

Eliza Simmons
~Every girl has a dream within.

Sunshine

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22 posted 2003-04-28 03:52 PM

Yet I am much like you.
~*~
That thought alone reminds me
that we are mirrors...
Thank you Kacy!

Midnitesun

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23 posted 2003-04-28 04:29 PM

Bridgette, Dixie, Eliza, Karilea
thank you! and yes, we are all sisters in poetry...but that's only one way in which we are alike

Mysteria

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24 posted 2003-04-28 04:47 PM

Wow you changed it, but it sure says the same thing and with real impact Kacy. Hope Sarah's tooth is better.

Midnitesun

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25 posted 2003-04-28 04:50 PM

Yes, and thanks Sharon. Sara is fine, just needs an expensive crown in the near future.

Thanks for your assistance with that previously forced/awkward ending, as the slight changes were an improvement.

Ericc
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26 posted 2003-04-28 04:52 PM

Amen.
Beautiful.
Eric

Midnitesun

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27 posted 2003-04-28 04:55 PM

thanks Eric!

Larry C

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28 posted 2003-04-28 06:00 PM

Kacy,
You know I love you no matter what, right?

If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

Midnitesun

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29 posted 2003-04-28 06:03 PM

YAY! I know, bro.

Marge Tindal

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30 posted 2003-04-28 06:21 PM

SweetLady~
Sooooooooooo uplifting~

I am Spirit ...
I encircle, embracing all~
*Huglets*
~*Marge*`

~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
[email protected]

Midnitesun

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31 posted 2003-04-28 06:40 PM

THANK YOU Marge.

NewEnglandlazurlu
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32 posted 2003-04-28 07:29 PM

Oh Kacy, this was wonderful. If only we could just look at each other in a loving and caring way. That is the way God looks at all of us, His children.

I search for answers
from high above,
I trust and believe
in a God of Love.

Hugs, Marti

Few are those who see with their own eyes and feel with their own hearts. A.Einstein

Startime55
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33 posted 2003-04-28 07:31 PM

All that counts is we are all human beings who feel...this poem is beautiful and a part of you...I love it and its message...You say it perfectly...

Midnitesun

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34 posted 2003-04-28 08:03 PM

Marti and Karen, thank you so much for your wonderful warm replies.

[This message has been edited by Midnitesun (04-28-2003 08:04 PM).]

dreambuilder
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35 posted 2003-04-28 11:45 PM

what an awesome write - I loved it
I claim to be a non-denominational "christian" - that message has been so lost I hesitate to even mention it - & I despise the judgements imposed by religion & society - just love one another while seeking spirituality & understanding

Greeneyes

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36 posted 2003-04-28 11:48 PM

you are you...we are blessed hugsssss
Lauren~

Through the darkness
I can see your light
And you will always shine
And I can feel your heart in mine

I will remember you

Midnitesun

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37 posted 2003-04-29 01:03 AM

Thank you so much, and it's nice to meet you dreambuilder

Lauren, thanks! it's so good to have you visit.

MikeFessel
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38 posted 2003-04-29 01:35 AM

MidnightSun,
Oh what a beautiful piece. A brilliant message from the heart! You write such lovely poems

Mike

Midnitesun

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39 posted 2003-04-29 01:05 PM

Thanks Mike!

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