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Sorrow . . . . . . . . . . . (Rictameter)
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Sorrow . . . . . . . . . . . (Rictameter) |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light 
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~*~ Sorrow Empties the joy And spirit from the heart, Leaving a big hole in one's soul. The emptiness can be all-consuming, Blinding one to joys that remain. Look at what we DO have, So drown not in Sorrow. ~*~ [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (06-17-2003 02:19 PM).] |
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Nightshade 
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Linda...how true. I believe in the thought..."there is always someone worse off than myself." It's a waste of time having a pity party all on your own. hugs, Chris  |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Ah, Linda, my hubby is always telling me to count by blessings and stop pissin' and moanin'. I have forwarded this wonderful piece to him which he'll probably hold over my head forever!!!  Me, complain, ask me about today's glorious, splendiferous weather. Huggles, Marti |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Linda, I love this!! It's so true!! And, I love Marti's reply, too...especially what her husband tells her... LOL That's cute!!  Hugs,  Ethel |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Chris ~ That's for sure! There is ALWAYS someone worse off!--far worse! Let's count ourselves the fortunate ones--in spite of the lows that we may encounter in our lives. Warm hugs, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Marti, you are such a love! Your sending of my poem to your honeybun Ron, is what writing poetry is all about for me!--reaching out and touching someone with my words! Thank you for that little shot in the arm that we artistic types need once in awhile just to help keep the creative juices flowing!  Enjoy your "glorious, splendiferous, weather"! Loving hugs, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Ethel ~ I write "Rictameter" next to my titles to grab your attention! You have me loving this form almost as much as you do! Huggums, Linda |
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skyshine
since 2002-02-07
Posts 3058Beneath the northern stars |
You're right! I got sick of being upset all the time, so I decided to focus on the good instead of the bad.  ~Elizabeth Dreams last for so long, even after you're gone... |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Skyshine ~ A star such as yourself, who puts shine in the sky, should "focus on the good, not the bad"! Happy thoughts, Linda |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
EarthAngel~ This is about as pretty as they come~ Filled with wisdom~ You do these well, sweet poetess~ *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Marge ~ That was very kind of you to say! I appreciate your generous words. I suppose it shows that I love writing in this "rictameteric" form! Loves 'n hugs, Linda |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
(big hugggssssssss) Oh Linda, this is beautiful, sweet friend, I used to let myself as a little boy sink in sorrow, though I was helpless being abused and all physically and emotionally, though now I wish I could have known then! (sigh) God Bless You, sweet friend, your heart shines with sympathy, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Linda, 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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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Noah ~ I am so pleased that many of those sorrows from the past are behind you now. What you have experienced in life has made you stronger and more effective working with children because you understand so much more! Warm huggums! Linda |
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JilGirl Member
since 2003-05-24
Posts 364Washington |
Words of wisdom in meter! As that old song goes: "Accentuate the Positive ~ Eliminate the negative" Such a better way to live! Great write! Till oceans cease to flow and deserts lose their sands, may beauty surround you every day and wealth be in your hands. |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
Linda: beauiful thoughts Can you send those my way, please Ooops . . . you just did thank you xxoo |
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Patricia Member Elite
since 2003-04-06
Posts 2160Missouri |
EA, Missed your words, my friend. I have been tied up with some other projects. But this morning, I had to visit you. Holy smokes, I am glad I did! Sometimes it is comfortable to wallow in the sorrow. But what good comes? In fact, you are no good to anyone in this state, especially no good to yourself. You never miss...always hitting heart's target. Wonderful. Patricia |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
JilGirl ~ Absolutely!--"Accentuate the positive! Eliminate the Negative!" Sorrow is never sweet! Morning hugs, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Sue ~ You're just too cute for words! Huggums, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Patricia ~ I cannot help but smile from wing to wing with your kind and generous words! Thank you! Huggums, Linda |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
nice |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Look at what we DO have, Yes... definitely something to remember. *S* I like this soft beauty very much, angelic one! *S* |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
vandana EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
suthern ~ Suthern, you are always such a comfort! Loving hugs, EA |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
EA- Beautifully Penned! I love it ARCTIC WIND |
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