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Midnitesun
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0 posted 2005-05-17 11:34 PM



Slap me silly
if I become so complacent
that I miss a golden chance
to allay the moment of pain
for another soul in need
of a smile and a hug.

Yes, dark moods and careless words
are a black rain,
but missing an opportunity
to shed a small love light
is like...
embracing an iceberg.

So slap me silly
if I become complacent.
Give a damn...
give a smile and a hug.

© Copyright 2005 Kathleen Kacy Stafford - All Rights Reserved
Earth Angel
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1 posted 2005-05-18 12:14 PM


There would never be a need to slap you silly, Dear Kacy! ~ for you are one who would never, ever, become complacent! You care too much for there ever to be a need for a wake up call!

Loving Light,
Linda

Midnitesun
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2 posted 2005-05-18 12:19 PM


hugs, Linda, but alas...(can we still say alas and not have everyone laughing? LOL)
I have missed many golden moments, but instead of beating myself up, I usually just vow to do better the next time.
Thanks for your generously kind reply!

wandering glider
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aloft
3 posted 2005-05-18 12:24 PM


How ironic to find this.
Seems like I've given a lot lately
and gotten the slap in return.

I could use a hug and a smile myself right now.

Thank you.

ctowen
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4 posted 2005-05-18 12:50 PM


I have not been here as I feel I should have ....

      the last words we shared was of a gentleman whom was spared of your smile .

I, for one, will remind him of it when we so meet ....


              It is a miraclous sight to behold my friend.
                   it resounds of your soul.


                            Nice pic too ... looking extraordinary!

passing shadows
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displaced
5 posted 2005-05-18 01:28 AM


you got it
timothysangel1973
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Never close enough
6 posted 2005-05-18 01:39 AM


Amen sister
vlraynes
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Somewhere... out there...
7 posted 2005-05-18 02:16 AM



Only if you do the same for me...



"When the power of love overcomes the love
of power the world will know peace."
--Jimi Hendrix

Midnitesun
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8 posted 2005-05-18 08:20 AM


hugging you, glider, for you've lifted my spirits more than once
Craig, I saw Gary yesterday, gave him a big hug. (California rebound...eh?)
Dixie, thank you sweetie
T'angel, smiling a warm thanks
Vicky, c'mere for your hug

adagio
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9 posted 2005-05-19 11:50 AM


I can't picture you missing a thing.
If ever you do ,
chances are I'll miss it too!
  

Sunshine
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10 posted 2005-05-19 11:53 AM


Loved the title...

and embrace the message!

LeeJ
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11 posted 2005-05-19 11:57 AM


enjoyed, but I don't believe you'd ever need to be...

hugs

Ethan Halo
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on the roof again
12 posted 2005-05-25 03:17 AM


i'm reading a book on buddhism and the 8 steps to enlightenment right now... and your lil verse here sums up what i've read today.

i won't slap you silly, but i'll tug you back onto the path.

you set a beautiful example, midnite.

we all got somethin' to atone for...

D.Lester Young
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Austin, Tx
13 posted 2005-05-25 05:42 AM


beautiful message here.
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