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Before The Tears
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Before The Tears |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores 
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Before The Tears ~*Marge Tindal*~  As far as the Native eye could see resplendent land of luscious green Water pure from mountains cascading flowing full downstream Fish, fowl and fauna in abundance shared with all Before the tears of the people gathered and began to fall Across the land - unto the hills valleys stretched in endless array Before the tears of my people Before the land was taken away There will come a day of reckoning where the spirits are gathered still A return of peaceful abundance when no more tears are spilled Gathered in the promises from the Kitchi Manitou Before another tear is shed - from me or from you *My ~Warrior~ ... this one is for you~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Very meaningful and lovely, Marge. Sandra |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Think back to the days...before any of the settlers...and I mean any...ever arrived.. Was America that peaceful then?? Or did the indian tribes fight amongst themselves too?? This is beautiful Marge...truly exceptional. takes me back about two hundred years in time. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
CatalinaMoon~ I appreciate knowing you found it thusly so~ Magnus~ There is no doubt in my mind that the days of peace were more abundant before the arrival of the 'settlers' from afar~ From the days of long ago ... I'm sure there was always a territorial battle to be settled. The difference is that the Indian only used from the land what he needed ... and 'fighting' among themselves was mainly a necessity for survival~ The difference was that they didn't 'take' the land as the 'settlers' did~ Red Cloud (Makhipiya-luta) Sioux Chief said - 'They made us many promises, more than I can remember, but they never kept but one. They promised to take our land, and they did. ' Thanks for the interesting comment~ Made me search for Red Cloud's comment ... and I love a good search~  *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
It was probably heavenly when our land was pristine. We have made so many mistakes (mostly out of ignorance, I hope) and have harmed this wonderful land to a great degree. It is a shame what happened to the Native American, yet where would we be if we had not "conquered" this land from sea to shining sea? Beautiful write, dear Marge. Lovely images of a time long gone and, unfortunately, never to return. Fool, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I have often wondered As I held in my hand Artifacts from Choctaw Who once walked my land - Did I inherit Through blood or theft? I love my hills But was someone bereft? Cherokee blood Flows through my vein; Before my Dad's purchase Did anyone deign To buy the land Where I'd eventually live? Was it taken by force Or did someone actually give The owners full value? These thoughts fill my mind Though others would choose To leave the past behind... I can't help but wonder When spirits whisper my name If my presence brings pride? They know they have claimed My heart and ignited A burning desire To feel the breath of justice Fuel the keeper's fire. Forgive me, Marge... I'm not quite sure where that came from... Your beautiful poem touched me deeply and reminded me of a very special weekend... I was intending to say that no one could visit the land of "before the tears" and open their heart to the voices on the wind without accepting the need for that day of reckoning... when my fingers started typing. *S* |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
splendid |
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Dennis L. White Senior Member
since 2000-02-17
Posts 1463Michigan, U.S.A. |
Marge, This poem honors the people who loved this land and respected it before it was taken away from them in the name of progress. Your ancestors were a spirit filled people, noble and hard working. YES, tears should be still shed for the way they were treated. Thanks for this thoughtful and insightful poem. Peace unto you, Dennis :^) |
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His Poet Senior Member
since 2001-12-18
Posts 750 |
Wonderfully stated message, full of beauty and spirit; just as this country's ancestor's knew it. Cheryl |
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Logan Senior Member
since 2001-05-28
Posts 1641Arkansas |
And the tears watered the land, to grow the crop of first, digust on what was gone, then came the hope of reclaiming what could be again, if only in small spots..and then the crop of what was in the heart to cherish all of what was...very well done, Little Goose...very gentle smile |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Marge: What a stirring poem! I love it! I often look at the country and wonder how it was before the white man came and changed everything! This gives me a glimpse. Betty Lou Hebert |
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strbbux Member Elite
since 2001-12-19
Posts 3859 |
Marge this was wonderful.. I loved it and it made me think about how the Indian had their land taken from them, I have a friend who is an american Indian and she is sending me the ten commandments of the american Indian and I can't wait to read them. Nice poem. well written and moving. floria |
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Flutterwings Member
since 2001-07-10
Posts 288Maine |
Marge, tears heal, and so is this meaningful work of art. Bravo! Love and peace Maggie ((~.~)) |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
Thank you for sharing dear Marge, your words moved my heart deeply. So much in common with my people. A thread to my library. ((hugs)) Charisma |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
oooops pushed the submit button to quickly. forgot the thread  |
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Soaringeagle Member
since 2000-12-06
Posts 156CANADA |
MAIDEN MARGE THIS BRINGS TEARS AND THOUGHTS OF YESTERDAYS AND MAY BE YOUR VERY BEST WRITE BLESSINGS WARRIOR |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
Beautiful poem Marge, I like your native verses very much Titia A rose is a rose is a rose...I guess... |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
*sigh* this is so sad.......How I wish we could have left all the beauty and not tried so hard to claim so much. Such waste....there was so much lost not only in nature but loss to the people who took such good care of it. This poem brought tears to my soul. Thank you. **big hugs** Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams. |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Marge, your poems are always such a delight to read. This is just beautiful. I love the picture, too. |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Margie girl darling sister of my heart, when your spirits move to write with your pen they always produce tears of wonder in me. I can see the beauty of the land before the outsiders came. The rapers of land, the despoilers of forest, the desecraters of spirit. Your writing is always most powerful when your guides take you back with them. Utterly utterly breathtaking. beautiful image too. Be still within the wind Margie girl and hear the spirits call, and blessed are we who hear them speak through you Love this writing darling girl absolutely love it   Love and warm stuff As always Mushy  To give light to them that sit in darkness..... to guide our feet into the way of peace St John ch2 v1 |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Forgot to add it to my library whhops xxxx Love and warm stuff As always Mushy To give light to them that sit in darkness..... to guide our feet into the way of peace St John ch2 v1 |
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The Rusty Knight Member
since 2001-08-29
Posts 414Texas |
Every poet has a subject that is written on their heart and no mattere how good everything else is, when they write about this subject the magic always comes through...Marge this is your magic. Dan |
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KokoStewartKoomoa Senior Member
since 2000-12-04
Posts 580Waikiki, Hawaii |
THIS HAS MEANING TO ME AS NEVER BEFORE. I AM ENGAGED TO A NATIVE AMERICAN MAN AND HAVE FELT THIS IN HIS STORIES AS TOLD TO ME...SAD.....SAD STUFF, MY FRIEND...LOVE, KOKO Aloha with warmest regards, Koko |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
This really says a lot Marge. It's absolutely beautiful! |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
InterLoper~ Sweet friend ... we cherish the land that the blood of the American Indian is washed in~ We need to remember that 'there was a place - a special place' ... There WILL be a 'return'  SuthernGal~ This is a *gift* from the Spirits to your heart~ That is a special reason for us to be quiet and listen~ Thank you dearest lady~ HootieGal~ Thank you so much~ Dennis~ It brings a special glow to know you've read and enjoyed~ The tears remember the times when peace was among us ... may it someday be again~ Thank you dear friend~ HisPoet~ Thank you so much~ Logan~ Within the heart of the 'keepers' there is a 'guardian' that holds the truths for sharing with others~  BettyLou~ Thank you dear lady~ Strbbux~ We all need to make the time to know of the losses of the past~ Thank you so much~ FlutterWings~ You are wonderful ... thank you so much~ Charisma~ Thank you darling friend~ I know that this subject is special to you also~ SoaringEagle~ My ~Warrior~ ... you have always been such peaceful inspire to my heart~ I love you~ Titia~ Thank you my sweet friend~ StarTime~ Yes .. we must remember the tears that were shed and hold them close to our hearts~ SmartChick~ Thank you, sweetie~ MarshaLove~ I love sharing the *gifts* the spirits bring to me~ Thank you for enjoying them also~ RustyKnight~ What a wonderfully encouraging reply~ I appreciate it very much~ KoKo~ How wonderful to see you here and you bring such delightful news~ Congratulations sweetie~ ETHome~ I thank you always my sweet friend~ *HUGS TO ALL* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Marge--When you write the tears of these memories..you touch a place that hurts and heals. Heart hugs to you, dear friend. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Marge, this is a sad yet marvelous write. You always pen these Native Anerican pieces so beautifully and hit them right on. Enjoyed so much. ~Hugs, Nancy~ ~* A dream is a wish your heart makes... *~ |
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