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To whom it may concern



To whom it may concern.
I am seeking the one who hears the tears.
Whose virtues are unlimited patience and unending belief.
Wisdom and knowledge of creation's soulful needs.

One who knows how it hurts to bleed.
Has felt the pain of betrayal and loss.
Places proper priority on care of family.
Respects the weak and the old with dignity.

Does not cast eyes down upon faces of poor.
My request is simple at best.
Please pour down healing relief
for we have forgotten unending belief.
Unlimited patience is lost in our grief,
wearily consumed by markets of greed.
Faithfully yours..........Earth.

Author notes

Contest prompt:
"Unending belief
and unlimited patience"
are two astounding virtues

pic: talented artistry of glittergraphics.com

A contest entry

Please don't be shy to comment...it's how we grow poetically!

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  • SilverButterfly gold member
    July 10

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    Kathleen, you well deserved the trophy for this write! wow girl each write I read of yours is better than the last. you just get better and better!!!!

    We were given the earth to enjoy and respect but somewhere along the way we've taken it for granted. you've given the earth a voice and we need to listen.

    congrats on your Gold!!!

    GBY
    SilverButterfly


  • Ronztrek gold member
    July 3

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    Delivery Confirmed!

    I can not think of a better and more heart felt message from Earth, then the words on this page. Although the trophy is so well deserved, I congratulate you for representing Earth so well from your heart. I only hope we all hear this message, and all gather to her rescue, every individual of every Nation.

    I'm so happy to have come accross this tonight. Can never be reminded enough, and in the most touching and down to Earth way, you have!

     

    In the name of, we the children of Mother Earth, " Thank You!"


  • Thoughts-of-Soloman gold member
    June 26
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    Just came back to say... Congratulations on the 'Gold' ears!

    Well done!

    Sol

  • fromtheheart1409
    June 24

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    Brava!

    This is a beautiful piece. You can see so much of the person behind this poem. Your diction got across you emotions easily. Great Job! God bless you!


    Luv ya oodles!
    Courtney


  • ears2hearyou gold member
    June 24
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    Thankyou so graciously for the Gold.
    This was a very deep soulful poem that whispered quietly
    out of my heart and thoughts.
    It was very heartfelt and mindful.....
    this poem meant a lot to me personally.
    Thankyou!
    ears2hearyou
    Kathleen/Seattle
  • joy4seen
    June 22
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    Beautiful

    You have the heart of a true poet. It is so true we need to hear the tears.

  • individuality gold member
    June 18

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    i would like to think i am that person buti have too many fault to claim tyhat title, maybe i will just smile instead to yopu. \


  • Loveandblessings2u gold member
    June 10

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    this is pure beauty,
    the picture and your words.
    made me shed a tear or two,
    very touching piece of poetry.
    i enjoyed so much.

    loveandblessings2u & yours always
    Joyce

  • Bleep7
    June 10

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    What a beautiful expression of truth! There should be more of this "type" of poetry - Mother Earth needs our help! Congratulations.


  • EeyoreUK
    June 10

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    This is a fabulous piece of work. what you've said here really moved me. Thanks so much for sharing. Best of luck

  • Wayne Leon Learmond
    June 10

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    Stunning piece of work here. People should read this, sit up and take notice. The imagery and heartfelt message within this work is there for all to see. The Earth is hurting, and we need to make her better. Because, if we do not, then the consequences do not bare thinking about.

    Fantastic my sister.

    With
    Dark
    Love
    Wayne Leon
    xx


  • snowbird600
    June 10

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    Wow, great words to read. I have to re-read this one again a few times. Very well written. I am impressed.
    Steffany

  • Jd
    June 10
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    Great

    well wrote, says what it needs to say

  • artis gold member
    June 9

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    Oh, if only the eatrh had a voice, would it be

    screaming for us to get off, or begging us to show compassion. The earth is God's jewel, its many facets shine, but it is far too long in need of a good polishing and I am afraid we are the blight. great write!~~~Artis


  • DancingQueenAngi
    June 9
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    Stunning write! It definitely spoke to me!
    ~Angi


  • Amethyst jean
    June 9
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    Absolutely Beautiful!!!!!

    I need a moment here................ I love it you did an amazing job with this poem

  • Faithhopelove
    June 9
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    You are SO talented. Absolutely beautiful!

  • Warrior-Eagle
    June 9

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    Honest I am glad I read thius.
    This was just amazingly truthful,
    and just great. you outdid yourself
    with this one.

  • JWGoethe
    June 9

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    May the earth find what it seeks, I pray. Nice write. The cynicism oozes from this one, and yet there is a hopefulness, as though one suchmight be found. Very thought provoking.

  • BigSpiral
    June 9

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    I felt that all the way through this peom, your sentiment far outweighed your use of language and imagery. The terrific, bomshell ending left me wondering if the poem might have been missing something.

  • Pisces rainbow
    June 9

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    this is great

    cries of earth,

    very clever

    equisite

    God bless...


  • Poetry-and-rhyme
    June 9

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    a msg from earth to whom it may concern this is something fabulous to the maxxium i liked the way you put it in a letter a pledge pleading from earth
    wonderfullly written with an awesome pic and imagery
    greatness im bookmarking this

  • Lady Mak
    June 9

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    This is beautiful

    This poem is truely beautiful, it truely makes the reader think and draw their own conclusion, the title is captivating and arouses curiousity very well done. Wonderfully written and a beautiful picture too.


  • rbruce gold member
    June 9

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    Very well expressed but perhaps just a little idealistic.I must, however, agree with the sentiments herein.Anexcellent poem.

  • TheRose
    June 9

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    Interesting graphic. The lines read for me like a last ditch incantation to whatever/whoever could hear and assist. An exceptionally emotively worded sos expressed so as to appeal to a wide audience. Well expressed.


  • On.Fire.4.Christ.
    June 8

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    Truly Wonderful!

    This was absolutely Phenomenal!

    "One who knows how it hurts to bleed.
    Has felt the pain of betrayal and loss.
    Places proper priority on care of family.
    Respects the old and weak with dignity."


    "Faithfully yours.........Earth."

    Wonderful Job!

    This was beautifully written,
    Well done,
    Good luck<----(Like it's needed. ) in the contest!!!

    Nikki

    . Rewarded 6


  • Violet Moodswing gold member
    June 8

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    Wow awesome graphic. I love the way you start the poem. It grabbed my attention. It speaks clearly but in a voice that wasn't typical.

    It is the epitome of prayer in earnest. Without the doctoring up of thee's and thou's or anything that would candy coat the request. Just pure and simple expression of need. Nicely done.

  • Xianaria gold member
    June 8

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    I really enjoyed what you've said here.

    Does not cast his eyes down upon faces of poor.
    My request is simple at best.
    Please pour down healing relief
    for we have forgotten unending belief.
    Unlimited patience is lost in our grief,
    wearily consumed by markets of greed.
    Faithfully yours..........Earth.

    Very well written!

    . Rewarded 6


  • Blue Rew silver member
    June 8

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    So much of what I write is in hopes of drawing
    attention to the needless demolition of our
    mother earth. You give these thoughts spiritual
    overtones and chant-like rhythm with rhyme.
    Patience and belief are two elements the natives
    of these lands lived each day. We have fallen
    far from Her natural rhythms, have replaced her
    gifts with lacking creations of our own...
    thus disrespecting her in so many ways without
    thought, without repent. We all need to step back
    from what "normal" life has become and give ourselves
    a chance to heal. Thank-you so much for the link and
    for finding a connection between myself and these
    wise sentiments. Blue

    . Rewarded 8


  • CountryCousin
    June 8

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    This has.

    This has a deeply insightful spiritual aspect to it. I find it soothing this morning after a rather difficult day yesterday. I am glad that I did read it because believe it or not right now this has a special meaning to me.

    . Rewarded 4


  • Thoughts-of-Soloman gold member
    June 8

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    This is a little uncanny. I have just been amidst writing a poem concerning the same subject of 'Earth' also, and intending its use as a contest prompt.

    Most worthy qualities to request from a spirit of compassion.
    Nice write and good luck in the contest ears!

    Sol

    . Rewarded 6


  • Purush
    June 8

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    "One who knows how it hurts to bleed.
    Has felt the pain of betrayal and loss.
    Places proper priority on care of family.
    Respects the weak and the old with dignity."
    very aptly said. It drew my attention well.
    All the best in my contes

  • Cerulean gold member
    June 8
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    It's awesome.


    Never stop looking/discovering.


  • Susan John Francis
    June 8
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    WOW!!!!!!!! very true indeed!!!!!!!!!!

  • Cannonsfire silver member
    June 8
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    Amen! Love, C


  • Drupadee
    June 8

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    You've been blessed by writing such a well poem...yes we are sometimes become a monster to the earth.
    Thanks for reminding and goodluck in your contest

    . Rewarded 4


  • Soulful Woman silver member
    June 8

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    Exquisite writing. Your words were more than just "words". They had a power to them that gave the reader a different perspective on life.
    Good luck in the contest.
    Soulful Woman

    . Rewarded 4


  • Velvet Rose Petals
    June 8

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    This is the most gorgeous poem ever. I don't even know if you can use that to describe a poem. I believe in everything you are saying. This is absolutely beautiful. You are a very talented writer..

    . Rewarded 4


  • oikevois baby silver member
    June 8

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    WOWZA!
    A great write sweetie. It's very well written, and is a great concept to write on. I enjoyed reading it!

    Mylee
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