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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light 
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 The Epiphany ~ Linda L. Dowd ~ Motes of dust danced in the light, As I lazed away in bed. Sagebrush thoughts kept tumbling ‘round, My dazed and sleepy head. Pensively, I languished there, Then from me slipped a sigh, For thru’ the open window, I spied blue denim sky. Clouds were softly swirling, Playing hide-and-seek with sun. I wished to fly up high and free, Until my days were done. The struggles of the road I walked, Had taken quite a toll. I yearned for sweet serenity, To soothe my sinking soul. While lying there in reverie, An epiphany soon appeared. ~ Each step in my life’s journey, Was to be embraced ~ not feared. Through loving self and others, And with faith in God above, I could conquer all that came my way, Through inner strength and love. By turning from my challenges, My essence lost its glowing. ~ I had to walk with courage, And trust my inner knowing. I swiftly cast the covers off, And leapt from cozy bed. No longer would I hide from life, For I planned to live instead. [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (06-12-2005 01:47 AM).] |
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
"Through loving self and others, And with faith in God above, I could conquer all that came my way, Through inner strength and love." excellent....perfect  |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
"By turning from my challenges, My essence had stopped growing. So now I walk with courage, And trust my inner knowing. I swiftly cast the covers off, ~ Leapt from the safety of my bed. No longer would I hide from life, For I planned to live instead." Spot on you are, Linda! And I hear you. Think I'll send Kermit a copy of the poem I wrote -- think I should? Thank you, sweet sis, for this and for your courage and love. Bucket and buckets of hugs and rainbows! KBHBLY......lily jo |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
SEA ~ I'm pleased that you dropped by this evening! Your visits are always appreciated! May you wake to a glorious new day!  EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
iliana ~ Oh, jo, you are so incredibly sweet and I do value your friendship! Yes, you most definitely should send your poem to Kermit! Regarding the buckets and buckets of hugs and rainbows ~ Right backatcha sweet sis! KBHBLY 2 Linda |
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Goldenrose Member Elite
since 2003-05-30
Posts 3665 |
A poem of hope, courage and strength, you already possess them Linda, but you rhymed it just great..thank you... Goldenrose. Desire for nothing except desirelessness,hope for nothing except to rise above all hopes, want nothing and you will have everything.avatar Meher Baba. |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
Linda These are the type of poems I like to read early in the morning....I call them "soft" poems. Don't get me wrong, this poem has a strong message. It is the way that it is written that makes it tender. The last stanza ends the poem perfectly.... --------------ice/ford ><> |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Earth Angel You are always a delight to read. I delight in reading candy, tastes good too.  |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
absolutely enlightening and inspirational! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Rose of Pure Gold ~ Thank you for saying so. Yes, I do possess those virtues ~ I just wish they were always in bountiful supply! lol Go out and make it a good one!  Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
ice/ford ~ I understand what you are saying, and I thank you! Nice-and-easy-does-it, can be a pleasant way to start the day.  May yours be a glorious one! Linda  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Mr. T. ~ Awww, shuckums. That was a very sweet thing for you to say! That deserves a special treat! ~  ~ I hope you like jellybeans!May you be surrounded by flowers, candy and sunshine this day!  Angel blessings, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Gentle Spirited One ~ Good morning, Donna! I love those two words, "enlightening" and "inspirational". I find them extremely gratifying whenever they have been used to describe my poetry! May you shine as does the sun this day! Hugs with love, Linda |
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Pilgrimage Member Elite
since 2001-12-04
Posts 3945Texas, USA |
I love the denim sky and the sagebrush thoughts. And yes, I'll live too, even though it seems the harder thing to do. Nan (Pilgrim variety) |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
EarthyOne~ You've penned a new 'favorite' for me to keep~ This is stunning~ Thank you~  *Huglets* ~*Marge~ ~*When the heart grieves over what it has lost, |
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EvocativeVerse2 Senior Member
since 2003-09-10
Posts 1279 |
Loved it, loved it, loved it! |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Beautiful and full of wonderful inspiration Linda. Very much enjoyed. Hugs~Nancy ~Somewhere in my heart I'm always |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Nancy ~ It pleases me when you enjoy my poetry, Dear Poetess! Here is a nice cold glass of ice water with a twist of lemon for you! Hope this will help cool you down during this extremely hot weather we're having.  Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Pilgrimage ~ Ooops! I am responding out of order! I am glad that your are a liver! ~ of life, that is! lol Good to hear from you! Hugs with love, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Margie Girl ~ Whenever you save a poem of mine, I am extremely flattered. Knowing that my poetry has a home with you, is very gratifying! Loving hugs, EO |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
EV2 ~ Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!  May your day be full of sun and fun! Big hug, EA |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
quote: I had to straighten my back when I read this perfect ending. YES! You are so wise and beautiful, dear Linda. Love and hugs. Margherita  |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
While lying there in reverie, An epiphany soon appeared. ~ Each step in my life’s journey, Was to be embraced ~ not feared. When I've found myself pouting that my path hasn't been easy... I remember where it has brought me... and give thanks instead of complaints. *S* You obviously do so, too... and most poetically! *S* This is beautiful, my friend! *S* |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Margherita ~ Your replies always colour me pink! I am always so relieved when my last stanza can pull my poem together! Thank you, Dear Heart! Loveya! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Belle ~ Yes, 'tis true, like you, I do! Mind you, it ain't always easy, is it?!? Love you! Linda |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
 awesome! |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Excellent work! Eric |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Dixie ~ There you go jumping up and down again and clapping your hands! That's a good way to keep in shape! lol Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Hi, Eric! How are things out there in the eastern part of our glorious country? It has been hotter than Hades here in Ontario. That is one of the reasons I like visiting Heaven! It's cool and blue up there! Seriously speaking, it was good to hear from you! Big, warm hug, Linda |
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