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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song 
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I wonder Do you see the beauty that you possess? Do you see the smiles that you pass along? Do you know of the power of your simple caress? I wonder ... do you truely realize the strength in your song? I wonder ... I ponder ... I dream ... Are you aware of the rainbow that you hold in your heart? Are you aware of the peace surging through those you touch? Are you aware of the happiness you spread as you take part? I inquire ... are you aware that you give so much? I wonder ... I inquire ... I search ... Did you know ahead of time of the joy you would bring? Did you know before you spoke that your words would reach? Did you know that your own happiness rests within the song that you sing? I wonder ... did you know of your skill when you found this heart to breach? I wonder ... I notice ... I realize ... Do You? Mark Christopher < !signature--> A life with love will have some thorns, but a life without love will have no roses. author unknown [This message has been edited by Mark Bohannan (edited 11-30-2000).] |
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Gemini Senior Member
since 1999-12-15
Posts 1203Wisconsin, USA |
Mark-Another beautiful piece filled with love and expression, very nicely done. I will mark it for my personal library. |
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SEA 
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
Mark~ sounds like one for Janet....  this is so beautiful.......such admiration in your words...*SIGH* lovely sweetheart, just lovely  -SEA |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
I don't believe that she does, Mark. And yanno? There is something even more beautiful about a spirit that does not realize its own beauty...such as your own. Hugs to m'angelheart...glad to see your name in the scroll again. |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Very nice Mark...James |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
I hope the person you write of does realize. There are so many wonderful, loving people here that this could fit them all. This is a beautiful poem from one who must have a wonderful heart. Thank you so much for sharing. Much love to you and all those this amazing piece is written to, from me. Love I leave with you my friend whether it be in your life or of yet the essense of your dreams. [URL=http://path2riches.com]http://path2riches.com |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Mark my friend, now you are most definitely a champagne poet, this is utterly and delightfully delicious. Oh WOW, this is so magnificent, and I really love it. This is so superb. Did you know ahead of time of the joy you would bring Did you know before you spoke that your words would reach This is absolutely divine, the whole poems is wonderful but these lines really are my favourite. Excellant work I love it Take care Mushy  Take back the hope you gave,- I claim Only a memory of the same Robert Browning |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
What a way to re-enter your home... softly...  Karilea If I whisper, will you listen?... I would rather be silent and write, than speak loudly and be bound. KRJ |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Are you aware of the rainbow that you hold in your heart Are you aware of the peace surging through those you touch Are you aware of the happiness you spread as you take part I inquire, are you aware that you give so much ==================== It is when we see our selves thru the eyes of the ones who love us, with all our faults and insecurities... that is the moment when we see our selves the most honest and true ... and me sweet twin sen..said it so poetically perfect above ... so allow me to echo her. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder ... and your poetry holds much beauty and grace and this board had went far too long with-out it Love this one MC ... and you know that I know... love ya poet of wonder *smile* me ps ... where are the (...) LOLSprayed across my heart and hers Danced butterflies in the wild This angel, this woman , who loves me with the innocence of a child. ~DeVante~ |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
Mark.....this was OUTSTANDING.....with this one you let a woman's heart beat faster, and I know that this is a keeper. Excellent work, my friend. (hugs)) Charisma |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
This is lovely and tender. May we use it in the Valentine issue of the newsletter? I know you've given us carte blanche, but I just want to make sure that you are aware of the poems we would like to you. Thank you, Mark. |
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dgvarner Member Elite
since 2000-05-13
Posts 3552High Springs, Florida |
mark..its amazing just how much power one person can have over your emotional state of being... and how they may not even have a clue how much power they possess.....! nice write cowboy mark.. hey..wheres my coffee anyway..i been waitin and waitin......and waitin..... lol  "so lift your heart with mine...the depth to which it grieves is the height to which it can celebrate!" -Lisa Hussey |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Gemini-Thank you so much and being a new style for me, I am very flattered that you would include it in you library so double thanks to you. SEA-Thank you my friend and while I can not honestly say that JM was the soul source of inspiration in this one, it does sort of fit her completely now doesn't it. James-Thank you so much my friend. Glad you enjoyed it. Startime-I hope all that this would apply to would realize it and though it is meant as a pick me up for a very special friend, it is for all to share and to see that beauty that we all hold within our grasps. Thank you dearly for your kind reply and your wishes for love. Serenity-Have I told you how wonderful and beautiful you make each day with your kindness and gentleness? Well in case you were wondering, YOU DO!!! Thank you so much my friend. Marsha-Why my friend and president, thank you so very much and I am glad that you found some favorite lines in this one. Your dedication and your heart do not go unnoticed by anyone from what I can tell. Karilea-Thank you my friend and softly is most often better than with resounding over abundance wouldn't you say? JM-You know how much your friendship means to me and as I said earlier in a reply above this one, you fit this one quite well yourself and I believe as you do that we all hold that beauty within us that we don't see as easily and as clearly as those around us......and the (...), well, I don't know, maybe in your stocking this year, make sure you look. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.Charisma-Not only do I get your wonderful replies but I can always count on you for some wonderful hugs. Thank you my friend and I am glad that you enjoyed it. Sharon-Thank you very much and yes you may use it in the issue and thank you again for letting me know which ones you will be using. dgvarner-Yes, it is amazing and even more amazing is the trail of evidence that is left with all that they touch. Thank you dearly and as for the coffee, well, I think you went to the wrong cafe, cause I was waiting for weeks hours at a time but you never showed. Perking more later on tonight. |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Wonderful write Mark! I love the angle of perception and the loving flow of the questions that are really poetic statements of love and discerning affection....write'em cowboy...good to see ya on the page again... ......take care.......... ethome |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
MarkB~ This is just so YOU ... beautifully said from your heart that perceives much about others. Most who are as giving as your poem implies are not aware of the depth of their giving - they do it because they are blessed with the loving spirits and don't use a yardstick to measure their hearts. Giving of themselves to others is as natural as breathing. It's really all about giving, with no expectations of getting anything out of it, but the joy of knowing that it reached another heart and made someone know they are important because they are loved by somebody. How beautiful of you to recognize it and to take it to ponder. You're quite unique in your ability to see the good in others ... Love you - I do. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Elizabeth
Moderator
Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
One of the most beautiful expressions of love I have seen. |
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Victoria
since 2000-08-12
Posts 5869 |
Very lovely Mark..sincere and tender..as all your poems are.. ~Victoria~ A poem is never finished, only abandoned. - Paul Valery (1871-1945) |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Hi Mark---It is so good to see your name here again ..What a wonderful poem...I loved the format and of course your heart spoke in the words, so they were sweet and tender. |
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snowpants Member Elite
since 2000-09-16
Posts 2061KS |
'Did you know ahead of time of the joy you would bring? Did you know before you spoke that your words would reach? Did you know that your own happiness rests within the song that you sing? I wonder ... did you know of your skill when you found this heart to breach? I wonder ... I notice ... I realize ...' Whew. If this person didn't already know, I am SURE they do now. This is an absolutely phenomenal illustration of the love in your big ol' heart, my friend. 'Welcome back!' sp 'cause I am hanging on every word you say, and, even if you don't want to speak tonight, that's alright, alright with me... |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Mark, one can only hope that the person this was intended for realizes just how special the writer behind it is. Well done and it's going into the library now. *s* Beautiful....*s* On the wings of words our spirits fly, and our souls are free. ~me~ |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
Mark,Liked it!!!!!!! |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
It is precious. What is that you express in your eyes? It seems to me more than all the words I have read in my life. Walt Whitman |
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Butterflies_dont_cry Member Elite
since 2000-03-06
Posts 3733Michigan |
Mark* This is truly beautiful...those that touch our hearts the deepest often seem oblivious to the impact that they have in our lives...and yes that is what makes them so very special...I think it's a goal for each of us to live for the happiness of others...because it can't help but come back to you. Written as only you can write my friend...so nice to see your work again~ The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched ---- they must be felt with the heart~ *??* |
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Rosebud1229 Senior Member
since 2000-04-05
Posts 1813North Carolina |
Mark you've also become very wise, elegant and so poetically spoken, I believe sometimes those most close to you do not realize at times the magic they possess, the beauty that is beheld in the slightest things, Just hearing their voice no matter what they say, But the way to their heart is never giving up and holding on tight, and giving them the boost of life, they need to see the beauty not only from within but from the outside to the inside, I know you inspire, delight and give us all true enchantment with your words. I've missed your poetry my friend, thanks for the magical journey. |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Hey you!!! Sorry I've missed you, seems our paths have not crossed for a wee bit (my reality is interfering with this lovely place). It is so good to read you again ... this is just lovely Mark, and so very true. It is amazing how many people do not realize the special beauty and warmth they share with others ... if only they could see themselves through these beautiful words you've penned .... just beautiful! Best wishes, /Kit [This message has been edited by Kit McCallum (edited 12-01-2000).] |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Mark my friend, the weekly meeting of the MBOOPAS will now come to order. And Daphy and Sues if you're going to argue you can sit apart, right. (That's me being a wicked and hardhearted woman, and I am aren't I everyone. YES SHE IS!) Right here we go, and I have promised that this can stay on screen for the rest of today, sort of soften the blow of me not allowing them to run riot because it's Friday! Daphy as usual heads the list. This is now my favourite, you wrote this for us didn't you. (No I know you didn't!) Daphnie This is a really great poem Kelsy I think this is fantastic, how are we ever going to choose a favourite Jan (Have I not said this!) Love this one far more than Daphy does Sue (Don't set her off again) And I love it more than either of you Delia (I'm warning you!) This is absolutely just WOW Pat Truly a wonder I really love this one. You are a great poet! Fran This is terrific, a superb poem. Can I take this home please Mel I really love this one David And finally me, because although I've given my reply I haven't as your President, and I have to get some perks now don't I, well I hope so. I love it it is an excellant, divinely beautiful poem that illuminates your heart with an incandescence that truly becomes you. Okay it's true I'm just winding them up, but it's true nevertheless, every single word. Take care Mushy Marsha Pres of MBOOPAS Take back the hope you gave,- I claim Only a memory of the same Robert Browning |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Ethome-Thank you so much sir. Your words always bring a smile to my face and your sincerity does not go unnoticed one bit. Marge-You are one of those that do so much my friend...and I will bet you don't know have as much as should about the depth of your heart and all that it gives now do you? Thank you so much my sweet friend. You know I love you. Elizabeth-Thank you so much. I really appreciate your taking the time to read and reply. It means alot to me. Victoria-Thank you so much and I do try to write that way as you know. Martie_Thank you my friend. It is nice to be back writing and reading again as limited as it is. Hugs and love to you. sp-Thank you my dear friend for your invigorating reply. It is nice to be back. Big ole heart huh? Now don't go giving anything away.LOL Gentle Spirit-To be in your library is truely an honor and I thank you dearly. vandana-Thank you much. I am glad that you like it. Kathleen-Thank you very much. I always enjoy your kind replies. Holly-Why my sweet friend, thank you so very much. You know how I love to write like this and well, it may have been a long time coming but it did feel good. Rosebud1229-I too have missed yours and will be catching up very shortly hopefully. Thank you so much for your always wonderful and uplifting replies. They mean the world to me. Kit-Well, hello my sweet friend. Yes, it does seem that our paths are not crossing much lately but believe me, you are never far from this cowboy's thoughts nor heart. I will be sending you a nice "HOLIDAY CHALLENGE" soon so be prepared my friend. Hugs to you.Marsha, Daphnie, Kelsy, Jan, Sue, Delia, Pat,Fran,Mel, David--Thank you all so much for you continued dedication to me and your always wonderful replies. You all know that you are held dearly in my heart and your words never fail to give me many warm smiles. |
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CocoBaci Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 3043 |
Mark, how I adore reading your 'enchanting' verses... Ya know my friend, I gotta tell ya that your poetry is captivating... As always Mark, the pleasure is mine today to read this one you write... Coco [This message has been edited by CocoBaci (edited 12-01-2000).] |
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Passions Voice Member
since 2000-10-23
Posts 291Michigan |
This is wonderful. Surely the person that you speak of is very lucky to have you in their life. Very touching Mark. passion is life. . . ~Diana |
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Daniel J D Senior Member
since 2000-10-01
Posts 1471Hillcrest, Queensland, Australia |
Mark, The message is loud and clear, a great poem. I thank you. Respond to my call and let the waves of my heart fill your life with the wonders of love (Daniel J D) |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
 forgot to add it to my library...whoops...{~,^}Karilea If I whisper, will you listen?... I would rather be silent and write, than speak loudly and be bound. KRJ |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Mark- i wonder...do you know that all of these things are true of you, my friend.. this is absolutely beautiful, and so full of your heart... nice to see you back.. love and hugs, ~vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, you have not truely met the poet." -vlraynes |
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A Whisper's Caress Senior Member
since 2000-11-03
Posts 791on the horizon of a fairytale |
MArk, this is gorgeous!!!!!!! I loved every word. WOW!!!!!!!! Look within the heart of a poet, and you will see a reflection of their soul. |
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