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A Woman of Fine Substance
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A Woman of Fine Substance |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light 
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 Artist: Frederick Carl Frieseke A Woman of Fine Substance ~ Linda L. Dowd ~ I walk not away from mirrors, For in them I do see, ~A woman of fine substance, And I’m pleased that she is me! Each line upon my aging face, Was earned by living life, ~As a loving, caring person, ~Friend, daughter, mom, and wife. It’s not that I am perfect, I’m a work in progression. ~Learning from my lessons, ~Repeating no transgression. Faith in my abilities, Was a long time in coming. Now I venture forth, ~ Instead of succumbing. When I came to realize That God loved me so, I grew in self-worthiness And I began to glow. I greet each dawning day, With faith in God ~ and me! No matter what may come my way, All’s well ~ eventually! I walk not away from mirrors For in them I do see, ~A woman of fine substance And I’m pleased that she is me! “We are born of star dust, And to the stars we shall one day return.” ~ Linda L. Dowd |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
beautifully written, as is your mirror image...thank you Linda for your smile and warmth in every word. |
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MGROVES
since 2004-02-01
Posts 3802california |
a beautiful reflection of ones self My spirit will rise |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Earth Angel Nothing that i wouldn't have said myself.  |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Note to self: Package all mirrors in your apartment and send them to EA... save yourself the effort of avoiding them! *S* I like this very much, my friend... and you are indeed a woman of such fine substance... with an inner beauty that can't be denied... mirrors or no. *S* |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
That you be, Earth Angel, that you be! Plus, you're an angel of fine substance, too! Have a grand morning, dear friend!  ....lily jo |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
"When I came to realize That God loved me so, I grew in self-worthiness And I began to glow." Very nice! JL  |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
"I walk not away from mirrors For in them I do see, ~A woman of fine substance And I’m pleased that she is me!" And that you are dear Linda! Love the positive attitude! Hugs~Nancy In the midst of winter, |
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troubadour Junior Member
since 2006-02-09
Posts 43in the land of yore |
In inner reflection, the truest mirror we find. You have found it. t |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Linda I too see the same in my ole reflection, but it sure takes time to get there doesn't it? Nicely done, and I love the art you chose. I had written one on the dark side about the same thing in 2001 called the Mirror, but I sure see something different now. Even while we speak, envious time has passed: pluck the day, putting as little trust as possible in tomorrow! |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Linda....your reflection on your reflection is spot on!! |
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froggy Senior Member
since 2003-06-23
Posts 1893Michigan |
What can I add that those before me hadn't already said. Enjoyed the read. :-) Until he extends the circle of his compassion to all living things, |
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wvatvrider Member
since 2006-02-04
Posts 78West Virginia,USA |
Linda, You have beautifully matched picture to poem. Danny |
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Dominique-Simone Senior Member
since 2005-11-12
Posts 643 |
This has a excellent message within this.. Great job! |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
Elegantly beautiful Linda.  |
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shades of paul Member
since 2005-12-14
Posts 370In Reality |
Another nice write....paul shades of peace,love,and happiness to you |
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Goldenrose Member Elite
since 2003-05-30
Posts 3665 |
You forgot to say a women of great poetry wiring ability too here Linda, great poem, well written. 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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playing.with.crayons Member
since 2006-01-02
Posts 362Neverland |
What a lovely attitude to have! if only every woman did... well then I suppose the whole cosmetics empire would go bust. nonetheless, such a refreshing read! fills the reader with confidence themselves xxx farewell the ash-tray girl |
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Klassy Lassy Member Elite
since 2005-06-28
Posts 2187Oregon |
What a great attitude to take...especially to look for the good in oneself, which truly enables a return blessing. This poem is especially lovely, because a woman is so much more than the sum of her parts! ~ Karen ~ |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Of the finest substance, Linda! My bookshelf is about to break from all your inspirational poetry! This one has special meaning to me, as I looked in the mirror this week, and it was the FIRST time I that I began to appreciate graying hairs. I have earned them and those gentle wrinkles through much love and a lot of pain, and am growing with them. LOve your poem and artwork. The portrait is so you, as well! love and hugs, misce |
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JesusChristPose Senior Member
since 2005-06-21
Posts 777Pittsburgh, Pa |
Youth is fleeting, but inner-beauty lasts forever. I enjoyed reading this... It is quite obvious, you have a self-esteem that cannot be taught. Well done! |
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RedStoneEB Senior Member
since 2003-06-08
Posts 772uk |
The picture kinda reminds me of you |
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howardtsu Senior Member
since 2006-01-29
Posts 678 |
i agree!!!!!!!! howardtsu |
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icebox Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 4383in the shadows |
"I walk not away from mirrors For in them I do see," No mirrors in my house. Funny when I think about it. Interesting thoughts here. Thanks! |
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