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Rebekah-Ann

She carries with her the sorrow
of a thousand yesterdays, still
she always greets with a smile
when, asked the shallow question
"how are you, today"

for darkness came and stole her
life's flame, without a hint nor
preminision suddenly alone, now
stuck with only one decision

Not easy...
you see...
for giving up seemed the only way
till reality she found, when she
woke one day and back at her stared
with (his) blue eyes, this perfect
little girl...

Who made every day worthwhile
the one, the reason for her smile.

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  • Abby In Chains. silver member
    November 27, 2007

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    this is sad and beautiful.

    i really love it. i might stop by your page next time i get the chance

    if i ever get a chance ^.^

    Abby


  • Perfiction
    November 16, 2007

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    'She carries with her the sorrow
    of a thousand yesterdays'

    Simply beautiful and very nicely crafted. A beautiful dedication.


  • Lola Green
    November 15, 2007

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    Back to read this again... My favorite lines are:

    She carries with her the sorrow
    of a thousand yesterdays

    and

    for darkness came and stole her
    life's flame, without a hint nor
    preminision suddenly alone, now
    stuck with only one decision


    I love reading your poetry.... When can I see the next one????


  • vici377
    November 9, 2007

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    Excellent

    love the way this one progresses..you can feel the deep emotion in it..excellent way you ended it...just fits it perfectly..


  • Forgotten Garden
    November 9, 2007

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    Oh My Goodness

    I read this and was touched but didn't know exactly how to comment it. So I scrolled down and found Rebeckah-Ann's comment. I went to her page and realized that she is a widow. (don't know how I missed that in the poem) But then, the power of this piece hit me. Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful piece about your friend. It was beautifully written and a wonderful tribute to your friend.


  • innocentangel0523
    November 9, 2007
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    Great Job! This caught my eye bc the title is my name.


  • Jillybean128
    November 8, 2007

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    Beautiful...

    This is a beautiful write. I love the way your words flow.

    Not easy...
    you see...
    for giving up seemed the only way
    till reality she found, when she
    woke one day and back at her stared
    with (his) blue eyes, this perfect
    little girl...

    I love these lines. I think they really end your poem off nicely. Congrats on a great write

  • thoughtsforu
    November 8, 2007

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    Touching write for your friend. Lifting her heart up as she reads this will definately bring a smile to her. Welcome to AP the people and congradulations on the Spotlight entry.


  • fleur de lys
    November 8, 2007

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    I don't know Rebekah-Ann but I do know this is a beautiful, heartfelt poem. Welcome to AP and congratulations on a marvelous write.


  • pearl-dragon
    November 8, 2007
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    Such beautiful heartfelt words to lift the spirits of one who needs it. Friends are so important in our lives, especially those who are there in the bad times. Congratulations on your 'spotlight' and welcome to AP. I think you will find so many wonderful people here, as I did, and you will find that your poetry will grow and flourish.

    Margaret


  • sultan gold member
    November 8, 2007

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    A lovely write of affection ...

    Two years ago I realized that writing poetry for someone is one of the deepest ways we express our love for them. Although I don’t know her, I’ve read some of Rebekah-Ann’s work and find her openness and honesty irresistible. She seems an easy person to love, and you’ve painted a lovely picture of your affection for her. Thank you for sharing this and writing it. Warm regards, Sultan


    • Elsje
      November 8, 2007
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      WOW ! Thank you Sultan

      mmm, loved your "on the mark" response to
      my poem! Definitely true, when we love
      someone the words we use to express our feelings with, almost wright themselves.


  • AliceinPoetryLand gold member
    November 8, 2007

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    Beautiful!

    Certainly a stunning reason to keep going! A beautifully crafted piece with a lovely flow, rhyme and rhythm.
    Congratulations on being on the front page
    Gaylene

    • Elsje
      November 8, 2007
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      ;->

      Hi there!

      Just wanted to thank every one of you, I
      do appreciate all your comments and yes, I know Rebekah well, she's a close friend
      and we work for the same company!!!

  • Lola Green
    November 8, 2007
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    this is really so beautiful!

    You know Rebekah? She is really something special!

    Great that you lightened up the poem speaking about her little girl in the last stanzas. I think that is the only reason she never gave up on life!!!

    Very well done and congratulations on the front page!!!

  • Seeking Peace silver member
    November 8, 2007

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    Wow this is so beautiful, it is amazing what a baby can do to one's life and heart, make you feel things, one never thought possible...

    Congratulations on your front page status..

    Karen


    • Elsje
      November 8, 2007
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      Thank you!

      I appreciate you commeting my first poem.
      and that you actually understood it ;-)


  • cherche -d -ame
    November 8, 2007
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    thank you ever so much
    reenie

  • cherche -d -ame
    November 8, 2007

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    ahhhhhh...never mind my previous question. I got it now and this truly is beautiful in a sense that the warmth seems to reach across these vast distances of cyberspace and settle right next to me here. I love the border with that precious baby as well
    z and
    reenie


  • Rebekah-Ann silver member
    November 8, 2007

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    I have tears streaming down my face!!!

    This is really so beautiful! Thank you for your "how are you today's" each morning my dear friend. Thank you for your hugs and for wiping away all my tears!

    You are the very essence of what God calls LOVE. You really are a true friend!

    This is so beautiful!

    I love you!

    Becks

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