Open Poetry #39 |
A Pip Poem of Members We Care |
seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
We have come to a plateau In this world, our world There are passing shadows, Followed by a dark stranger Of self before others RevengeIsMine And other equally Toxic thoughts Of self Ironic Miscellanea Far too many have chosen To stand mute Placing their HopeS In the long forgotten Icebox Of ideals. Where are the castleguards? The dreamer spirits The Gentle Spirits That allow their Serenity Blaze To ignite the Suthern view Of the purest Goldenrose? Have we forgotten, It takes but one ray of Sunshine To turn the foulest of Ratleaders Into the purest of Windwalkers? I beseech of you, Take this day, ThisDiamond We have so trustfully been given and look within ourselves whisper a silent "thank you" for what we hold most precious in our lives. And in doing so, let us not forget each other People known by names of their choosing, in a world without boundaries or walls. Where appearance is counted only in small black letters, and you are measured by what counts most your words. Where we hold hands tightly, yet never touch. Laugh together freely, yet never hear a voice. And send our love knowing the recipient will receive it, and return it, though we have never met. Count as dear The poet in all of us That strives to enlighten To comfort To set a standard. Count each person individual As collectively Leaves room for contempt Never just The Lady Or Honeybunch But by whom they are A Marcel, an Aziza With respect Count each as special For within each radiating soul Each pulsing heart Every mind capable of rational thought Lives a poet With my thanks to Marge Tindal who has set a benchmark of caring we all must strive to meet. And to those not mentioned by name, you do reside in my heart. |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Well now, this just made my day. There were a few stanzas that twinked my heart with some particularity... Thank you for this, Lady. |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
Well in turn, I thank you for all you have given. Sandra |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Very nicely done Sandra...and much enjoyed. Hugs~Nancy Autumn, the year's last loveliest smile~ |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Where appearance is counted only in small black letters, and you are measured by what counts most your words. Where we hold hands tightly, yet never touch. Laugh together freely, yet never hear a voice. And send our love knowing the recipient will receive it, and return it, though we have never met. You have captured the very essence of what makes this place so special... I can't tell you how honored I am to find my name woven into your words! *S* Thank you! |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
Nancy, thank you so much. Sandra |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
*Suthern* - it fit in, as do you, so perfectly. Then there are those, myself included, that chose to be know by somewhat more difficult names We fit in also, in our own unique way. Thank you for the read. Sandra |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
seraphin....Isn't it so, just how this goes...a word is more than a word when it's a poem. |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
Very true. And thank you, Martie. |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
Thank you for this wonderful tribute to all of us and, yes, I am most honoured to find my "name" there. "Count each as special For within each radiating soul Each pulsing heart Every mind capable of rational thought Lives a poet" Beautiful - love it!! Helen (the real name) |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
Helen, I'm so glad you liked it. Thank you for stopping by. Sandra |
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CastleGuard Senior Member
since 2003-04-30
Posts 760Alberta, Canada |
Nicely done, thank you. CG |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
No my friend, thank YOU! Sandra |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Sandra, I knew your pen had more ink left in it...and that you would figure out a plan... |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
Barry, Thank you for your faith. Sandra |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
oh dear...these passing shadows are just grinning from ear to ear now thank you Sandra! You reside in my heart as well |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
Thank you, Dixie. |
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sandgrain Member Elite
since 1999-09-21
Posts 3662Sycamore, IL, USA |
You've definitely penned the feelings of the entire PIP family, so beautifully. Thank you for this piece which I'll treasure! Rae |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
Thank you Rae, for both the read and the reply. Sandra |
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themute Member
since 2006-05-08
Posts 469Maryland |
Beautiful, and in this poem types own fashion, flattering. I am the two-toed wanderer |
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sewasham Senior Member
since 2006-09-11
Posts 714Oklahoma, USA |
A very well done and wonderful tribute. A fine job indeed. Take care and Have fun. Steve |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
"Where appearance is counted only in small black letters" oh nicely done Sandra... and totally amazing |
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aziza Member Elite
since 2006-07-09
Posts 2995Lumpy Oatmeal makes me Crazy! |
I loved this. Thank you for thinking of me. aziza |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
Matt! Thank you so very much for the read! Sandra |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
Steve, it always so nice to hear from you. Thank you. Sandra |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
Now Kate, I think we all know who I consider amazing. Don't we? Thank you, Lady Sandra |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
Alison, how could I not think of you? After all, you are one more amazing Lady on this site. Thank you for all the pleasure and smiles, the thought and inspiration I've gotten out of your work. Sandra |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Sandra~ quote:In the circling, friendships are found~ The sharing and the caring are contagious !! Thanks for such a nice compliment~ Thoughtfully and creatively done~ *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ ~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~ |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
The sentiment hopefully outweighs the flaws. Thank you Marge, for always seeing the good, and overlooking the flaws. Sandra |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Count yourself as being one of the special ones, for within you is a radiating soul as well. Loving Light, EA |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
Thank you Linda. I'm not sure where I fit in, not in this world. I know I am normal, for me. I am a mom, and a friend. No one calls me daughter, sister, or wife. Special is not a word I would use to describe myself. But I do see a path, and if I can inspire one person to take up my torch and follow down the path, if I can just set but one thing right in this world, well, maybe that is where my own personal worth is. Until that time, I remain just plain Sandra |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
In response to your reply, Dear Sandra, your humility in itself illustrates your specialness. Linda |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Sandra, dear lady, thank you for including me in this fine poetic tapestry you have woven for us. This is so enlightening, and your heart shines in this. Hugs to you sweet poetess. seek the flame within yourself |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
I don't know what to say. Thank you will have to suffice. Thank you Sandra |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Nice...James |
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DreamerSpirit Member
since 2006-10-02
Posts 240Buenos Aires, Argentina |
Excellent writing..i really enjoyed. One of my favourites for sure! congratulations!. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
what a beautiful write, a wonderful way to say you care |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
James, My thanks Sandra |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
Midnitesun, Thank you, I think a great many of us care. I know you do, Sandra |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
DreamerSpirit, Thank you for reading, and for your comment! Sandra |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
seraphin, What a clever poem! I can't imagine how much thought went into this! miscellanea |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
Thank you misc. truth be told, others here have written these poems far better than I. Thank you for your nice comment though!!! Sandra |
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DragonStar Junior Member
since 2006-10-20
Posts 13Michigan, USA |
That was very cool! I enjoyed the lovely read!!! TTYL Love and Light, Blessed Be!!! |
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Paula Finn Member Ascendant
since 2000-06-17
Posts 5546missouri |
Nicely done...I really like the way you incorporated members names |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
well thankyou Kelly, and welcome to passions! I think you will like it here very much!!! Sandra |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
Thank you Paula! I took my lead from other members that had created some wonderful poems. Im so glad you like mine! |
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