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Please and Thanks |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA 
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Gratitude, a simple word, but sometimes hard to say. Some folks never speak it, some folks shy away. The ones we love forget it, take for granted all their needs. A lesson that is hard for some, is learning the word, “please.” If we were to please a soul, what words would we need share? The simple act of doing might replace so many errors. Gratitude is like that, not always shown with words, But in simple acts of kindness and random acts of love. I would like to say the words to let you know you’re prized. So I will pen this poem for you and think kinds thoughts toward you tonight. I wish that I could make them see, their father is a gem. For truly, you are treasured so. I value you, my friend. Our children, they do teach us well that time is relative. They see their way, just one long day, “thank yous” seldom said. And so, we parents do our best to love them anyway. Despite lack of the thanks and forgotten “please,” we learn of love, unconditionally. [This message has been edited by iliana (02-18-2005 11:29 AM).] |
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inkedgoddess Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-19
Posts 7392Ohio |
those random acts of love and kindness, those little touches do mean so much. please and thank you, say volumes and we just have to remind them and teach them and hope some of it sticks, the world has become colder and the little niceties are very often overlooked let's all have some warm milk and cookies and hug goodnight  |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Enjoyed...James |
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SEA 
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since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
"Gratitude is like that, not always shown with words, But in simple acts of kindness and random acts of love." I really liked this part...I guess I am a lucky mom, my kids do say please and thank you quite a bit... |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
warm cookies and milk sounds just like the ticket to me.....*hugs you* .....jo |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
JamesLee...thank you muchly  ....jo |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
SEA, you sure are lucky. The friend I wrote this for is so unappreciated....it breaks my heart to see it because he gives so much. Someday, they will appreciate that but it doesn't seem so now. ....jo |
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Martie
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since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Jo...Sometimes it is in the mistakes we make, that we learn the greatest lessons...perhaps it is so with these children. Your compassion for your friend is very touching! |
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SEA
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
you know I didn't say it near enough growing up...but now? I call my folks all the time and remind them of something they did and I do say thank you. Or I will tell them how much something they did meant to me. It will come back to him...kids can get so caught up in what is right in front of them, that "I can't see past my own nose" kind of a thing, that they do forget to say it. Later on in life, those things he thinks they took for granted, will be the things they remind him of and thank him for.  |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Agreeing, these words could be spoken more often, at home and in public. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
You are so right, Martie. Thanks for posting. ....jo |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
SEA -- I do the same thing with my mom...hehehe...thank goodness for unlimited long distance. My father passed some time ago while I was still young....he taught unconditional love...just wish I had shown him more gratitude but I know he knows. *hugs* .....jo |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Kacy, ain't that the truth!!! It'd be a nicer place, that's for sure. Thanks for reading. ....jo |
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ecrivan Member Elite
since 2001-12-10
Posts 3923my own state |
actions speak more strongly...enjoyed  |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
You know Jo, I am thinking that the please and thank yous come with age, my son caught on early as have his girls, but some it takes longer Nicely done!The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
I hope your friend learns soon how much he is appreciated, and since it's going around? I thought I'd take a moment to express gratitude for our friendship. You are a lovely being, jo-jo. (She even tolerates me calling her jo-jo.  ) |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
This is a wonderful poem. I have found, that for some people, it is just not in their vocabulary to say the please and thank yous. |
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choshi Senior Member
since 2004-01-01
Posts 1184New York |
Gratitude is like that, not always shown with words, But in simple acts of kindness and random acts of love. Beautiful ~Jo...I see many have picked up on the above line.....It resonates so very deeply with me and you have expressed this so very well, so lovingly. Warm wishes ~P |
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DavePage Member Elite
since 2003-12-21
Posts 2917 |
It is often the two secret words that open doors and people can not think what they are. Nice one Jo. Dave |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Gratitude is like that, not always shown with words, But in simple acts of kindness and random acts of love. How very true! *S* You've written beautiful wisdom, my friend. *S* |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
so so true, and a wonderful read...you express so nicely what is...well done |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Ericc, Mysteria, Serenity, Smart Chick, Paul, Dave, Suthern, and LeeJ - thank you all so much for your endearing comments, and yes, Karen *winks from jojo* .....jo |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Jo, I wish I'd written this or even applied this! Yes, there are so many dear ones who I owe gratitude and appreciation. This hit home with me. BTW, I'm thankful I have you as a big sister! What a lovely poem! Love, Cathy |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
awesome write! awesome! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
lily jo, your wisdom is showing ~ and your kindness. Your friend is fortunate to have you as one! Love ya! Linda |
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Susan Member Ascendant
since 2004-03-27
Posts 5104walking the surreal |
in common courtesy, respect is shown - such simple little words carry such great volume and yes, often it is in actions that the words are said - children are little sponges and mimics - they will do as they see - so then should we behave - enjoyed the thoughts of this jo - and the heart in it SusanIf I wander far enough, long enough, will I finally know . . . |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
Jo I can so relate to this as I'm sure many people can. Great write! Take care....Sue I am in motion |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Thank you for the beautiful reminder, dear Jo. Mothers never expect gratitude, but when it is expressed, it goes deep. Love, Margherita |
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Sunshine
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since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
The easy things are so very often overlooked... |
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