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- Heaven - In Honour Of Canada Day
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- Heaven - In Honour Of Canada Day |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA 
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Heaven  You see, I disagree solemnly that Eden exists above, Canada is the only paradise... the one and only breeze of love  If God's kingdom is nirvana our haven forevermore, what use is there for golden clouds or cherubs of feather galore?  I'd rather grace sacred ground beside a Saskatchewan stream or across the plains of Alberta enraptured in prairie dream The marvels of Manitoba whisper my name in it's mountain peaks sweet serenade of B.C. rain is the only symphony my soul seeks Divine spirit of North West Territories dances with drums of New Brunswick wonder applauding the birth of my heart beautiful Ontario to discover I'll view the valleys of Quebec a noble province in all it's glory, I'll wing with angels in Nova Scotia then, stand in awe of Yukon Territory No, I won't be arriving at the pearly gates I won't greet St. Peter at a lesser door my allegiance belongs to the maple leaf and fair Newfoundland and Labrador Well, at this rate, it's unanimous I'm never going to die! I'll remain where my breath belongs sailing the tranquil tides of PEI So, I'll sing it loud and I'll sing it proud to sky of blue, I refuse to go! I pledge my devotion to Canada the only heaven I wish to know By Melissa P. Monette Happy Canada Day! July 1, 2001 *Tim's "Almost Heaven" inspired this* |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Melissa~ Just beautifully done in honor of Canada's day of freedom celebrated. You do your country proud, dear poet. ~*Marge*~ P.S. Parker ... I'd have replied to yours too, but you put those (parenthesis) in the title. No can do ! But if Melissa will let me piggy-back ... it was lovely also. *Hugs* to you both. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Dee Member Elite
since 2000-08-19
Posts 2330Queensland, Australia |
Melissa, I am a true patriot and love to see it in other people. Just a shame that Australia's really the only heaven! Otherwise your poem would be perfect.  have a great long weekend!Dee I wish you every happiness and may you always have the best of the good things in life. a brand [This message has been edited by Dee (edited 06-30-2001).] |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
HAPPY CANADA DAY ALL Well if you think for one second I am going to even try to put one up here think again, you just did me proud girl! Sorry was out having a ton of fun and forgot to come and read or comment. We have to let our American friends know about us too, our fireworks, forefathers, our scenery, our wonderful healthcare system (it is basically free here folks), and HEY, this is a great place to come for a holiday, the American Dollar is worth $1.656 in B.C., but not sure about other provinces. So come one, come all, to the most beautiful country (well we think so eh Melissa)? From another PROUD CANADIAN EH!  HAPPY CANADA DAY MY CANADIAN PIPP FRIENDS! Melissa I sure hope you are entering this somewhere for Canada Day girl it is a rea winner! You did an absolutely fantastic job! "Lose your temper and you lose a friend; lie and you lose yourself." |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
 Thank you for your replies  I'm enjoying this special day! |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
you know. . . the Boards of Tourism in any and all of the Canadian provinces should use this in their materials for those of us that might want to travel to Canada. . . it's beautiful Melissa. . . we could take a lesson from you. . . -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To the world, you may only be one person. But to one person, you may be the world. |
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cpalmer Senior Member
since 2001-06-26
Posts 977Phoenix, Az |
Melissa! Well written and from the heart indeed!  I take you love Canada? lol Cant wait to read more!Cindi  God is our inspiration |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
Oh Melissa, this is fabulous! I ditto all that!! Such a shame I was born in the wrong country.  |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
You're all making me  from ear to ear~I truly thank you all for sharing this occasion with me!~ |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Melissa - Hope you won't mind - it's tourism they want, it's tourism they get! Here is a link to just about every province, pictures, arts, you name it, and remember...your dollar is almost like TWO, so come on up, but let us know when you are coming - we will throw you a party CANADIAN-STYLE...Here is the link, have a look! http://home.about.com/aboutcanada/index.htm Thanks Melissa! If I have made you smile today, then I have done my job! ~* Mysteria *~ |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Melissa: I so enjoyed this and glad you have enjoyed your day. I am Canadian, but have lived here in the States for many years now. I come back whenever I can. Since I live in North Idaho, it's usually Nelson, or someplace close to the border. I was born in Alberta. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 :celebration:BRAVO!!! I LOVE IT!!! Ooohhhhhh...I love Canada and all it is known for in both it's natural beauty and tradition!!! (kiss on cheek) I love it, sweet friend, we all love you so much, O'Canada!!! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Melissa, thank you for sharing! May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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