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Earth Angel
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0 posted 2004-10-14 08:50 PM

My computer up and left me,
I thought my heart would break.
I lost a piece of my life
And now I’m filled with ache.

Its death was long and painful
But the puter docs were lost,
As to how it lasted a full five years
~ For it wasn’t worth its cost.

It was born defective
In its central drive,
And it simply was amazing,
That it still had been alive.

It lived longer than expected.
But, because its will was strong,
It slugged it out to its last chip
As it slowly crept along.

I saved and saved and saved some more,
Copying files to my disks.
The data was important,
And I wasn’t taking risks.

The night it finally happened,
I had written a poem on God.
And I questioned how this could be,
After my words of praise and laud?

But in my heart I trusted,
That if I prayed with all my might,
A new computer would come my way,
And all would turn out right.

Well, the Universe provided,
Me with a brand new computer,
With all the bells and whistles
~ It’s truly super duper!

I’m thrilled with my new companion.
It’s the state of the art.
But I thank the one that I just lost,
And send it blessings from my heart.

[This message has been edited by Earth Angel (10-14-2004 09:21 PM).]

Enchantress
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Canada eh.

1 posted 2004-10-14 08:54 PM

Oooh lucky you Linda!
A new puter to write your wonderful poetry on.
This makes me smile!

Hugs~

~Autumn..the year's last, loveliest smile.~

Huan Yi
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since 2004-10-12

Posts 6688
Waukegan

2 posted 2004-10-14 08:56 PM

Linda,

“But I thank the one that I just lost,
And send it blessings from my heart.”

Sounds a little AC/PC
to me

(-:

John

Martie

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3 posted 2004-10-14 08:57 PM

EA

I remember a similar event...I'm glad you got a new one that makes you happy.

Magnus

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since 2001-10-10

Posts 14135
South Carolina, USA

4 posted 2004-10-14 09:53 PM

Imagine seeing Linda...reading this over
the grave of IT...hmmmmm, perhaps....

Good one EA, know the feel of a shiny new
sportscar in your house...sitting there,
purring like a souped up kitten....

Kahlil
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since 2003-04-12

Posts 1881

5 posted 2004-10-14 09:58 PM

ohhhhh, you did the right thing, Angel,
by laying it to rest and giving it your blessing.
It's just like you to do that.

What fun, a new computer! Enjoy...

K

kayjay
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since 2002-06-24

Posts 2015
Oregon

6 posted 2004-10-14 10:23 PM

Computers give us fits
Whene'er they're on the fritz.
And when we curse those bits,
They know we all are nits.

Congrats on the new Mosheen!!

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

J.Samm
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since 2004-01-12

Posts 415
Iloilo City, Philippines

7 posted 2004-10-14 10:37 PM

awww, so sad...i know people say that we shouldn't be attached to material things but I believe things such as computers become essential parts of our lives...here in the Philippines people couldn't just live without their mobile phones...i also really felt bad when my mobile phone broke down...technology has become our friend

Susan
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since 2004-03-27

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walking the surreal

8 posted 2004-10-14 10:58 PM

Linda, you make even the mundane sould moving and happy ever after - you are a gift, my friend, of cheer and joy-

Susan

Happiness isn't something that happens to you, it's created from within you. Joy is a state of mind.

HopeS
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9 posted 2004-10-15 01:15 AM

yes always remembering the old , yet celebrating the new ... hey Linda I am so happy for you

Hope

babygirlwlove
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10 posted 2004-10-15 07:01 AM

lol...clever write!

**babygirL**

Toerag
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since 1999-07-29

Posts 5622
Ala bam a

11 posted 2004-10-15 07:47 AM

I am your computer, your wish is my command
But I am not infalliable, I hope you understand,
Sometimes my files become corrupt, that's why I hope and pray,
That you will back up the work you do, each and every day.
And don't get mad at me, when things go awry,
I can not think of everything, even though I try,
Don't take me for granted and you will avoid despair,
Just treat me like a loved one, with lots of love and care.
-----------------------------------

"It's now how big it is,
or how much pleasure it will bring,
How long will it last,
that's the most important thing."

This quote I overheard,
It was not made by me,
It was made by our Earth Angel,
Who was buying a new P.C.

Mark Bohannan
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since 2000-06-21

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In the winds of Cherokee song

12 posted 2004-10-15 10:40 AM

Well, I just reached over and hugged my computer to show my appreciation. (not weird is it?) Besides as I was once told by another poetess in here as she was tapping on the monitor screen ...... "There are people in there". Now this is a read I definitely needed this morning to start day. ohhhhh and one tiny little question if I may ... What happens to broken poets?

NewEnglandlazurlu
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A Mountain Paradise

13 posted 2004-10-15 10:52 AM

Linda, this is precious and I'm glad you were able to save so many of your files. Good luck with your new one. It sounds awesome.

huggles and giggles, Marti

A single sunbeam is enough to drive away many shadows.
–St. Francis of Assisi

Earth Angel
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14 posted 2004-10-15 11:02 AM

Nancy ~

Yes, indeedy! Lucky me! Mind you, I wasn't exactly saying that a couple of weeks ago!

Happy autumnal hugs,
Linda

Earth Angel
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15 posted 2004-10-15 11:03 AM

John ~

lol That's a good one!

Hi, John! Welcome abouard the PiP sailing ship! I look forward to having you sail these blue seas with us!

Warm,welcoming hugs,
EA

Earth Angel
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16 posted 2004-10-15 11:05 AM

Martie ~

Ah, so you do understand these feelings! But out of the darkness came a light ~ a new, super duper computer!

Love & Light,
Linda

Earth Angel
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17 posted 2004-10-15 11:12 AM

Agnus ~

Yes, Barry. That was exactly how it was ~ me reading my farewell poem over Millicent's grave and surrounded by all her family and friends ~ From cell phones and lap tops to scanners and printers. Tears of ink flowed like rain. But in their mutual sadness and respect for one of their own, they decided to open an office machines rental store where they can make money from renting out their bodies. They will use that money for a burial fund for office machines. Out of the darkness, came light!

[This message has been edited by Earth Angel (10-16-2004 10:45 AM).]

Earth Angel
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18 posted 2004-10-15 11:14 AM

Kahlil ~

I knew you would understand.

Loves 'n hugs,
EA

Earth Angel
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19 posted 2004-10-15 11:15 AM

Kayjay ~

Thanks, KJ, for the poetic itzy bitz about my comuputer fritz! lol

Love your computer and it will love you back!

EA

Earth Angel
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20 posted 2004-10-15 11:18 AM

J.Samm ~

I am such a techno fan. My cell phone is glued to my hip as well! Mind you, I may love all my techno toys, but I'm no techy! ~ altho', I try my best to get to know them and to learn what makes them tick! lol

Love, Peace and technology!
EA

Earth Angel
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21 posted 2004-10-15 11:19 AM

Sparkling Susan ~

That was very sweet of you to say! Thank you!

Warm hugs and a big warm smile,
Linda

Earth Angel
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22 posted 2004-10-15 11:20 AM

Hope ~

Exactomondo! ~ and thank you!

Love from the Great White North to the Land Down Under,

Linda

Earth Angel
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23 posted 2004-10-15 11:22 AM

babygirl ~

Hi! It's good to have a new baby girl joining our poetic family! Thank your for reading and replying to my farewell poem.

Warm, welcoming hugs,
Earth Angel

Earth Angel
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24 posted 2004-10-15 11:25 AM

Toe the Puter Man ~

Well, bless my sweet vestments! Thank you for this keeper of a reply. You are one talented computer and are well worth lots of my love and care ~ and I will keep on saving and savoring your forever!

With love and respect for all that you are ~ and do,
Your Owner

Earth Angel
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25 posted 2004-10-15 11:41 AM

Mark ~

Love your computer and it will love you back. The hug you gave yours this morning is sure to add to the length of its life!

Regarding your question, when a poet is broken, its computer will treat the poet as it had been treated. That a universal truth. Remember, "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you!

To love, Light ~ and computers! lol
Linda

Earth Angel
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26 posted 2004-10-15 11:43 AM

Good morning, Marti!

I am enjoying getting to know my new computer. She's a beauty and I hope we have a long and mutually satisfying relationship! lol

Loving hugs,
Linda

Ratleader

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27 posted 2004-10-16 10:26 AM

You should have a nice long talk with Suthern about when to finally give up on a computer......

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suthern

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28 posted 2004-10-18 04:35 PM

I was commiserating with your woes... then burst out laughing with Ratleader's response...

Have you ever seen that commercial where they're trying to work on computers held together with duct tape? LOL I should be getting royalties from that idea! *G*

Earth Angel
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29 posted 2004-10-18 04:41 PM

Ratleader ~

I just read suthern's reply and I definitely can see what you mean! lol ~ Actually, having gone through the same thing, it really is not a laughing matter ~ but it's funny just the same!

It was good to hear from you, Dear Leader!

EA

Earth Angel
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30 posted 2004-10-18 04:45 PM

suthern ~

No I haven't seen the commercial, but like you, I could have probably made even a more comical one! ~ at it would be comical to the viewers! ~ not us! lol

I hope you ended up getting a new one like I just did. I am so very happy with it and all the wonderful programs that I am now able to install.

Linda

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