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I Am What I Am . . . . (Patricia's Challenge)
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I Am What I Am . . . . (Patricia's Challenge) |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light 
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 Artist: W. Maw I Am What I Am by Linda L. Dowd I am the whisper in swaying, white willows, I am the whistle of distant, night train. I am the rustle in shimmering poplars, I am the mist in a gentle, spring rain. I breathe in the colors of misty-hued rainbows, I breathe in the joy of children at play. I breathe in the love of mother with baby, I breathe in the silence at close of each day. I stand on high mountains and witness the splendor, I swim across seas that are without end. I fly through the cosmos with bright stars to guide me, I see dawning light that awaits around bend. ~ * ~ I am a small speck of The All of Creation, I am the sapling that grows in to oak tree. I am but an atom in God’s Infinitum, I am what I am ~ and forever shall BE. “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 (12-05-2007 05:47 PM).] |
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TinaTrivett Senior Member
since 2006-07-15
Posts 569 |
So beautiful Linda...what a delightful write. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Hi, Tina! It is so nice to hear from you! It pleases me greatly that you enjoyed my poem. I enjoyed writing it. I owe Patricia my thanks for the inspiration.  May you dream sweetly, this night. Linda  |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Yes, Linda. I think you are all of those things....and more. Ida |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
1derful write, m'lady  Poet, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write. |
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CudMonk Junior Member
since 2007-11-28
Posts 21 |
Reminds me a bit of the idea behind Krishna's explanation of his divinity in the Bhagavad Gita. I like it a lot! Well done. -Adam |
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Misty Lilacs Senior Member
since 2005-11-15
Posts 1060White Birch Forest |
Linda love, I was really hoping you'd write for this challenge and you didn't disappoint. Fabulous my friend. Hugs for always ... Home is not where you live, |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
You did wonderfully, Linda. This challenge to Patricia's sharing is coming along beautifully! Let's hope she has a chance to share this with her students, now, and in the future! |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
I get nothing but warm, loving vibes from you so I agree with everything you have said! Wonderful job meeting your challenge. "too bad ignorance isn't painful" |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Linda......you've always been warmth, to me. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
"I am a small speck of All of Creation, I am the sapling that grows to oak tree. I am but an atom in God’s Infinitum, I am what I am ~ and forever shall Be." (My fav, Linda.) And, my Angel friend, you are all that! Kaboodles of hugs and wishes.........lily jo |
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megillc New Member
since 2007-12-05
Posts 2 |
Beautifully put. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Marchmadness ~ Ida that was sweet of you to say. After completing the writing of this poem, I hoped that readers would get past the first paragraph and see where I was going with this poem. ~ Otherwise, they'd think that I've got an inflated view of myself! lol Love to you, Being of Delightful Madness! Linda [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (12-05-2007 05:40 PM).] |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Interloper ~ I always enjoy a little visit from Doctor Love! Thank you for this much-appreciated house call! EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
CudMonk ~ Why, thank you, Adam! That is quite a compliment! Giving you a warm, welcoming pip hug, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Lovely Lilacs ~ Not only was Patricia's engaging challenge and poem, "Lesson of the Day", a source of inspiration for this write ~ your touching poetic response to her challenge, was as well! Loved the warmth of your comments. You say such sweet things! ~ But of course, they are in keeping with the 'kind' of person you are! I am so happy that you have returned to the pip family fold! Love you! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Sunshine ~ You met Patricia's challenge, very well yourself!!! Yes, may Patricia's lesson for the day go on ad infinitum! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Susan ~ I am very fond of the word "warm" and so your use of it to describe the vibrations that you get from me, has special meaning for me. Thank you very much. Giving you a warm, loving hug, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Martie ~ Aha! There's that "W" word that I love so much! ~ "Warmth" May love keep you warm on the coldest of days! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
iliana ~ I got a chuckle when I saw that you quoted the last stanza. As I mentioned to Ida, I hoped that readers would get past the first stanza and see where I was going with my poem! lol KBHBLY Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
megillc ~ Hi, there! Thank you for dropping by and leaving such a "beautiful" reply! I am pleased that you enjoyed my poetic attempt at Patricia's challenge! Giving you a warm, welcoming pip hug, EA |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Lil Angel, this is absolutely lovely. I am enjoying the replies to the challenge so much. Hugs. |
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Patricia Member Elite
since 2003-04-06
Posts 2160Missouri |
It turned cold in my city this afternoon, but how warm I feel after reading your lovely words. You are truly a beautiful lady, EA. Thank you, my dear poet. Love always, Patricia |
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aziza Member Elite
since 2006-07-09
Posts 2995Lumpy Oatmeal makes me Crazy! |
Linda You are a beautiful woman and this poem is wonderful. You know, I am learning from your poetry and from your responses - I am learning how to be a bit gentler myself. I have come to admire you a great deal. Alison |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Gentle Spirited One ~ Hi, Donna! Thank you and I enjoyed reading yours as well. Yes, Patricia has really started something special here! Love to you! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Patricia ~ You go, girl! Look what your "Lesson For Today" has blossomed into! You must be thrilled! ~ and look at all the wonderful exposes that have evolved from your brilliant little inception! Well, I best get back to the boards and read some more! lol Love Always, Linda  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
aziza ~ Your glowing comments touched me deeply, Alison. I believe that you and I must belong to a "mutual admiration society". I appreciate your words beyond measure and I humbly give my thanks to you. With mutual love and respect, Linda |
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Joe Houck Member
since 2001-04-23
Posts 324california |
I like this. This poem actually goes really well with your signature quote at the bottom as well. Not sure what Patricia’s challenge was exactly, but I think you won....lol "A witty saying prooves nothing" (Voltare) |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
I fly through the cosmos with bright stars to guide me, I see dawning light that awaits around bend. ~ * ~ I am a small speck of The All of Creation, I am the sapling that grows in to oak tree. I am but an atom in God’s Infinitum, I am what I am ~ and forever shall BE Fantastic, dear Linda, I recognize you fully in this .... and me too! Soaring with you in this awareness. Love and hugs. Margherita |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Hi, Joe! Long time no see! Here is Patricia's challenge that Sunshine posted in Poetry Challenge. /pip/Forum7/HTML/000743.html It would be great if you shared a bit about yourself and your roots, as well! Big hug, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Margherita ~ But of course you would recognize yourself in this write! We are kindred spirits! Love to you, Spirit of the Cosmos! Angelo Terrestre |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
EA- thank you, I love this poem! I mean i really love it ARCTIC WIND |
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Ceinwyn Member Elite
since 2000-07-09
Posts 2175VA |
One day I will reach my full potential. I will tap into it. And I feel I am finally on my way. I don't feel the tears. I love your words and your guidance and you. I can't say this enough you are a true Angel! I am blessed to have met you. Love, Kris 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 |
AW ~ You mean you "really love it"?!? lol You are such a dear boy. Thank you for your enthusiastic reply, Refreshing One. Loves 'n hugs, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Kris, I am deeply moved and gratified by the out-pouring of love that you have gifted me with in this warm, and effusive reply. Thank YOU! ~ and yes, you are a beautiful work in progress with many good things coming your way! ~ and you will deserve them ~ and will have earned them! Love to you! Linda |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
I stand on high mountains and witness the splendor, I swim across seas that are without end. I fly through the cosmos with bright stars to guide me, I see dawning light that awaits around bend. Dear Linda, I can't believe I missed your contribution to the challenge, but now I have found it and it is simply stunning! thank you for sharing love RDB xx Be kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight......... |
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Bronzeage Member
since 2007-07-20
Posts 197 |
A wonderful piece, thank you. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
RDB ~ Hi, Roneice! I'm pleased to have been able to share a bit of who "I am", with you! ~ and I am pleased at your reception of it! Thank you, my friend from the Land Down Under! Giving you a warm hug-o-love, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Bronzeage ~ Greetings, Cliff Diver Man! I'm pleased that you dropped by to read my offering for Patricia's challenge! Have a great day! EA |
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