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Our Love |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light 
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 The Notebook Our Love ~ Linda L. Dowd ~ Our love soars unencumbered, above the mountains high. Aloft on wings impassioned, into clear cerulean sky. It’s purer than the driven snows, that face the Arctic poles. It’s the unifying force, of our integrating souls. “We are borne of star dust, and to the stars we shall one day return.” ~ Linda L. Dowd [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (04-16-2006 10:27 PM).] |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Earth Angel A delight to read. |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Linda! This is sooo beautiful, as is your new photo. Hugs sweetie, hope all is well with you. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Mr. T. ~ ...and it is always a delight when you stop by for a little visit!   EA  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Donna ~ Thank you ~ and thank you! As is per life and living, I am experiencing some exuberant highs ~ and some sobering lows (but not in the love department!  . When balanced out, I am AOK and doin' fine!! Loves 'n hugs, Linda  [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (04-16-2006 10:18 AM).] |
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Androgynous Member
since 2006-04-08
Posts 71 |
"It’s purer than the driven snows, that face the Arctic poles. It’s the unifying force, of our integrating souls." Well, this one didn't make me smile as much as it made me wonder and long. "It’s the unifying force, of our integrating souls." This is so true, and it's never been more appropriate to sign off as I usually do, with.. Love "How happy is the blameless vestal's lot! |
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Goldenrose Member Elite
since 2003-05-30
Posts 3665 |
Linda this poem has an undercurrent of warmth running through it..well done and thank you for sharing it.. Goldenrose. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Androgynous ~ Love is a many splendored thing! The "Love" signature at the closing of each of your replies, makes me smile. May love be your constant companion in life! To Love ~ and more Love, EA  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Dear Rose of Gold  You write some of the most romantic poems here at pip! I'm pleased that you appreciate mine as well! To love and loving! Linda  |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
Oh my EA. That sounds (and looks) like the real thing.  Beautiful! |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
"It’s the unifying force, of our integrating souls." And what an amazing force it can be - most just don't realize it. Beautiful poem, Linda! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Lovely Lady ~ ...indeed, it is!!!  I wish everyone in the world could know of such love! Sending you a loving hug, EA  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Bunches of Honey ~ It is near impossible to comprehend until one experiences it! With each passing year, I feel more blessed! When my marriage ended, I thought that I could never replace what we once had had. Surprise! A glorious new road opened up to me and I am enjoying the journey! Happy love trails to you, Dear Helen! Loves 'n hugs, Linda [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (04-15-2006 09:02 AM).] |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Loved that photo, Linda!!!! And the words do it perfect justice! *hugs*.....lily jo |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
A few minutes ago in another poem, I was hurting for you. I am very happy now, to be happy for you. Sorry to hear about the lows, though. But with a love such as this, I am sure they don't last long. You deserve so much happiness, and it is wonderful that you have it now. - Owl |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
iliana ~ Happy Easter lily jo! I adore that pic as well! It captured the kind of all-encompassing passionate love that I was trying to express through the written word. I showed it to Alan and he said I should have used a photo of he and I! So, here it is!  Sending love to you and your family, Linda xo  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Owl  Owl, I love loving, compassionate people ~ and you most definitely are one of them. I suppose I should have qualified my "Deep Sorrows" with the fact that although I have experienced them, I am not in that place now. You are so sweet. Giving you a big, loving hug, Linda  |
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Les Gartner Junior Member
since 2006-04-10
Posts 37MD |
Another very pretty poem deeply felt and well articulated - you have a great talent for words and their combinations. I do not want to be picky, but I listen to my ear and it suggests a very minor change: Our love soars unencumbered, above the mountains high. Aloft on wings impassioned, into clear cerulean sky. It’s purer than the driven snows, that face the Arctic poles. It’s the unifying force, of our integrating souls. I hope that you don't mind my doing this, but it is such a pretty poem and that extra syllable ("high") detracts from its beauty. Les |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Hi, Les! No, I don't mind you making suggestions at all. However, this time, to my ear, the word "high" works well ~ and besides, it rhymes with "sky"! lol Thank you for your kind comments about my poetry! I hope you enjoy being a part of this family of kindred poets as much as I do! Love & Light EA  |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
I have been where you are now and you are so correct! Nothing can replace the exuberance a new true love can gift you. A state of euphoria you never knew exsisted. Energey and imagination you never felt before. All combine to keep you in a state of estacy and ebullient excitement. Second love can be exceptionaly exciting, no matter what the age. I am here to exclaim and edify this fact.. martyjo |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
martyjo ~ Exactly! Hopefully your eloquent and impassioned testament will give hope to those who are alone and broken-hearted. There is life after death! ~ In more ways than one! I am happy to know that you know of this kind of rebirth!  Hugs with love, Linda |
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Les Gartner Junior Member
since 2006-04-10
Posts 37MD |
Hi EA, Thank you for the nice words welcoming me to this family of poets. I apologize for my error concerning the extra syllable, it was not the word high but the first word of the line "far," that I was suggesting that you should drop. My copy of your poem incorporates the correct suggestion. So instead of "far above the mountains high," I was suggesting "above the mountains high." I certainly agree with you that the word "high" is important and it rhymes with sky and must be retained. Les |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Hey, Les! You'd make a great editor! I do agree with your suggestion! ~ and I just deleted "far". You're right! Now it flows smoothly! Soon you're going to be charging me for your editing suggestions!  Love, Life, & Poetry! EA  |
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Les Gartner Junior Member
since 2006-04-10
Posts 37MD |
Hi EA, I would never charge you for editing - after all, what would I do with all that money? But I am glad that you did not mind my suggestion and I am glad that you agree that the poem flows better. Although I am not a poet, I have always loved poetry and have translated a number of poems from my native Hungarian as well as from one of my favorite German/Bohemian/Chech poet, Rainer Maria Rilke. He was an unbelievably talented poet. Les |
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Ceinwyn Member Elite
since 2000-07-09
Posts 2175VA |
I have yet to see "The Notebook" this was such an emotional write..it makes my heart ache..for many reasons..I'm not lacking love but I can't put it into words. I am spellbound with certain poets and you happen to be one of them. Because you speak with your heart. If at first you don't succeed destroy all the evidence that you tried. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Les ~ Now I'm even more impressed with your editing abilities! ~ Your native tongue is Hungarian and you're not a poet?!?  Sending you a hug and a smile across the miles! EA  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Ceinwyn ~ I am so pleased to hear from you today, Dear Kris! I hope that your Easter Sunday was a pleasant one! Thank you for your exceedingly touching reply. I was touched on several levels. Oh, and btw, thank you for reminding me of the name of the movie that the photo is from. Loveya! Linda  |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
(smiles) Yay! Oh Linda, I'm just sooooooooo happy for you and Alan, and I know with all my heart your love is bound to leap high above all rainbows with unicorn prance and transcend each singing waterfall, yay! (does happy love lindy-hop) When I'm with my dream lover in my dreams we always experience such magic, and that makes me believe there's no unifying, incandescent force that can ever compare to the beauty of love, yay, God Bless You Both, 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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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Noah ~ Alan was touched by your caring and compassionate words regarding the passing of his father this week. It has been a difficult time but his spirit is strong. He wishes that you could find someone like me! I thought that was so sweet of him to say ~ for your sake ~ and mine! lol I want your life to be all that you desire it to be! Love & Angel Light, Linda  |
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froggy Senior Member
since 2003-06-23
Posts 1893Michigan |
A heart of Gold and Love you have Linda, shows through your poetry. :-) Until he extends the circle of his compassion to all living things, |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Beautiful, as always, Linda. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
froggy friend ~ I live for loving and being loved. Love is what I breathe in to feed my soul ~ and Love is what I breathe out to feed the soul of others. Warm huggums to you this spring morning! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Smartest Chick ~ A "Beautiful" word from a beautiful soul! Thank you! May your day reflect to you the love that your radiate to others. Linda  |
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