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Last Will and Testament
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Last Will and Testament |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA 
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If tonight was the last night of Atlas’ heavy load, If the world ceased its turning and wind no more was heard, If songbirds flew into the clouds never to return, If rivers stopped their flowing and no more fires burned, Would I sacrifice my will to yours; would I give my heart to you; Would I run and grovel at your feet, and confess my love is true? I testify now before the law of light that owns the show About the only truth I see the only truth I know for sure. I raise my right hand to the court and swear this honestly That all that ever mattered, all that ever matters is Your boundless love for me. [This message has been edited by iliana (06-04-2004 04:31 AM).] |
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MGROVES
since 2004-02-01
Posts 3802california |
very touching beautiful  |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
MGROVES -- muchos gracias!  ....jo |
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GG Member Elite
since 2002-12-03
Posts 3532Lost in thought |
Guess there isn't anybody you'd will that kind of love to! Love like that makes living seem worth it... and I'll bet that's a mighty good feeling Excellent writing, as always! Always, Alyssa Poems are made by fools like me, |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
I'm in awe...just sighing here |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
I loved the format and rhyme with this one! "cast me gently into the morning, for the night has been unkind" |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
So nice! Great write! JL She said: ”You look cute in the dark.” |
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Bonnie j Senior Member
since 2003-06-27
Posts 1588Ohio |
Thought provoking poem. If the world would end tomorrow how would I spend it? My last will and testament. I would gather my son close. I would gather my fur babies close. I would write a poem of this last day And hope and pray that the powers that be Would not end this turning of this Beautiful planet called earth If my life must end Spread the love I have held within And give to the hurting soul So he/she may live. Good Jobber Hugs BonBon  |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
There are layers in this, Jo... Good job, Sis... |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
BonBon -- thanks for the post; perhaps others will like to write what their last will and testament would be -- maybe you have started something. (Karilea is correct -- there are layers to this poem; just capitalize a few letters.) ....jo |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
yes jo, I knew |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Dixie -- Thought you would understand! |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
This is absolutely exquisite! *S* |
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icebox Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 4383in the shadows |
Beautiful! |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Suthern - so glad you liked it! Icebox - Thanks for reading. ....jo |
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Sadelite Member Elite
since 2003-10-11
Posts 2519 |
Jo, One of your best! Lots here! Inspired I'd say, although all your poetry is great! This had such an effortless flow to it, but carried such depth. Sadie |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
My God this is SO beautiful!!!! Heart hugs~ ~Somewhere in my heart I'm always |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Sadelite - yes, perhaps. Glad you liked it. Nancy Lee -- Gosh....thank you! to you both |
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kayjay Member Elite
since 2002-06-24
Posts 2015Oregon |
Wondrous enduring question: What would we value most were the world to end tomorrow for us. Surely my kids and grandkids and some truly great friends. Not a bad gathering. Very thought provoking. Nice job. Ken Through rubble and trouble and dark of night |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Thanks, Ken. Appreciate your time reading! ....jo |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Jo...Very beautiful and heart warming. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Thanks for stopping by, Martie, and for your sweet post. ....jo |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
When I care for someone it's impossible to stop me...well almost...James |
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Kevo Member
since 2004-06-02
Posts 466Navarro County, Texas, USA |
This was a very touching poem. I enjoyed it very much. It really pulls at you. Kevin |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
JamesMichael - Your a gem to take the time to stop by and read the poem. The poem really has a layered meaning (one of a spiritual nature) but I wrote it like a love poem. Kevo - Already posting, WOW! Thanks for reading and taking the time to post your thoughts which are so kind. It makes me so happy!  |
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Ratleader
since 2003-01-23
Posts 7026Visiting Earth on a Guest Pass |
Haunting.....this is going to come back to me in odd moments, all day long. ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸ ¸¸ºº> ~~~(¸¸ER¸¸ºº> |
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Ratleader
since 2003-01-23
Posts 7026Visiting Earth on a Guest Pass |
If you hold to what matters, nothing else does. ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸ ¸¸ºº> ~~~(¸¸ER¸¸ºº> |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
I testify now before the law of light that owns the show About the only truth I see the only truth I know for sure. I believe the only truth is what you love what we love, the real honest ta goodness godlike unselfish love. ANd you have penned such here. Thank you for this terrific right. Thats not a typo, smile and hugs. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Jo? I know I'm a bit early? BUT... Happy Birthday!!! |
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El_Campeador Senior Member
since 2003-01-29
Posts 761Ohio, USA |
Very lovely poem. Thank you... “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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Susan Member Ascendant
since 2004-03-27
Posts 5104walking the surreal |
If today were the last day No more tomorrows near I'd hold on to my family and friends I hold most dear For in truth we own no other thing of value or great worth than those who share our lives here upon this earth. I do so enjoy reading your work Susan The whole of the Universe resides within each individual heart. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Sunshine -- Thanks, sweet lady! You are so thoughtful. lub ya, jo Susan -- Your remarks are so kind. Thank you so much. |
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