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One Silent Night . . . .
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One Silent Night . . . . |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light 
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 One Silent Night ~ Linda L. Dowd ~ +*+*+*+*+*+ One silent night, when all was still, in snowfall soft, I walked Church Hill. Bathed in glow of lamplight shining, shone Tudor homes with ivy twining. The cedar boughs, hung low with snow, were lit with lights that made them glow. The air was sweet and fresh to breathe, each door was hung with Christmas wreath. Gray plumes of smoke rose in the air, from homes of olde down lane way fair. A Hallmark scene, serene and lush, this Christmas Eve of calming hush. One silent night, when all was still, in snowfall soft, I walked Church Hill. +*+*+*+*+*+ [This message has been edited by Balladeer (09-14-2007 02:18 AM).] |
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inot2B Member Elite
since 2000-09-18
Posts 2205Arkansas |
Another voice to put with a picture. Beautifully written as well read. Enjoyed very much. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Oh, how beautiful!  I thoroughly enjoyed the audio accompaniment, Linda. You have such a soft calming voice, like a gentle caressing snowfall. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
The voice of an angel! How wonderful this is Linda!!!! I must fine out how it's done. magic?  ~Merry hugs and Christmas smiles, Nancy~ ~Let peace begin with me... |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Linda How wonderful to hear you read with your voice as soft and gentle as the snow falling on Church Hill.  |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
I do agree with all the above. Beautiful. Heart warming. JL  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
2B ~ This is my first post with audio. I was so pleased to be able to hear the voices of Balladeer and Noah, that I wanted to be able to do the same! I'm pleased that you enjoyed the fruits of my labour! I am not a techy person, so it took me a while to figure everything out! I hope I'll be able to repeat the process!  EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Thanks, Kacy! The voice can be a valuable instrument for healing others ~ and one's self! If I keep my voice calm, it keeps me from over-stressing! lol I also find that using a soft voice is very soothing for the clients of my alternative health practice. Warm hug, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Nancy ~ I am so pleased that I was able to share more of myself and that it has been so well received.  Thank you for your warm reply! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Martie ~ It was good to hear from you! ~ and I'm glad that you could literally hear from me! lol Big hug, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
JL ~ Very nice words from a very nice man!  Thank you! EA |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Linda, this was so beautiful. |
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froggy Senior Member
since 2003-06-23
Posts 1893Michigan |
B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L. Enjoyed this piece. :-) Santa most certainly come visit you. :-) |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Sue, you are the smartest and sweetest chick! Loves 'n hugs, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Froggy Friend ~ Hiya, stranger? It was good to hear from you! ~ and thank you for the beautiful BEAUTIFUL! Big, warm hug, Linda |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (smiles) Yay! Oh Linda, I'm soooooooo happy you're sharing your voice here too, dearest friend, you truly do have the calm, comforting voice of an angeless, yay! (kiss on cheek) You would make a wonderful audio book narrator, dearest friend, yay, God Bless You and may your Christmas evening be filled with joy and comfort, yay, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Linda, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other" |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Love this...course, if it were me, all you would hear would be the bellowing of an old steer... Well done Linda...love it!! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Merry Mistletoe Angel You are so sweet, and cheery, and bright! You make me smile on the inside and the out! Thank you!  Linda  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Barry ~ Hmm! You bellow like a steer? ~ I'm intrigued!  I love how you loved it! Linda |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Simply beautiful! Merry Christmas my fellow Canuck! |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Wow! Wow! Wow!...and did I forget to say WOW! Ah, Linda, I could listen to your voice all day. What a beautiful presentation you have made. Your voice is clear and heavenly, your diction and pace superb and i just don't have enough superlatives to describe you. I DEFINITELY WANT TO HEAR MORE!!!  |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
SweetAngelicOne~ The poem is lovely to read ... and truly Heavenly to hear~ So, QueenAngel Encore ! *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ ~*No matter what I search for ... |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Mysterious One ~ Thank you, Sharon! I'm pleased it all worked out! May joy be your constant companion this Christmas and throughout the coming new year! Linda We are born of the stars, And to the stars we shall one day return. ~ Linda L. Dowd |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Balladeer ~ After reading your exceptionally complimentary reply, it has taken me a few moments to regain my composure! My goodness, that has to be THE MOST generous and enthusiastic response that I have ever received! THANK YOU! You deserve an extra big "THANK YOU"! If you could see my face right now, you'd crack up! The huge smile on my fair skin is so big that my eyes have become like two little pee holes in the snow! You are a sweetie pie, my fellow Leo! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Madam Marge ~ Awww shuckums! Now I'm a blushin'!  Thank you for your warmth and kindness! EO  |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Currier and Ives, my Dear Angel! I didn't hear the audio, but I'm sure it is as beautiful as your poetry! I love your shimmer! misce |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
misce ~ Thank you for your "shimmering" reply! May your Christmas Day be merry and bright! Sending you blessings for a wonderful 2006! ~ Ooo! Writing "2006" just made me realize how fast time is flying by! Loveya! Linda |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
What a treat it is to hear your voice reading your work... beautiful!!! *S* |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
suthern ~ Why thank you kindly, suthern belle! May all your kind and loving ways be reciprocated tenfold! Hugs with love, Linda |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
I have to agree, what a lovely voice! Perfectly presented as well. I look forward to more readings from you! "too bad ignorance isn't painful" |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Oh my, Susan! I just noticed the number of posts you have at this moment! ~ 6660 ~ Uncanny to show up on a Christ-mas poem! lol Thanks for droppy by and leaving such a nice reply! May 2006 bring peace, harmony, and love to your world! ~ and to the rest of the world as well! Love & World Light, Linda |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
I wish I had seen this one on Christmas Eve because it is just perfect for it! Linda, your voices enhances the claming words so wonderfully fitted together. We should keep the spirit and hush of this poem with us every evening. ....jo |
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