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Those that wait

Missing image

the dark heaved tones

of  bright and light

where the sun struggled

its rise into the sky



it seemed the morning

waited its turn



there was silence in my heart

as each beat skipped

long enough to awaken

awareness in shadows



where the morning

awaited its turn



awed, I received this blessing

reminded that Light

provides morning

to those that wait

 

 

 

 

 

Author notes

Written in the early hours of the morning of my professoral inaugeration - 11 November 2008.

L to R:
Myra [aka myrataal], Org her husband, Hanlie my youngest daughter, Amor my wife, and to the right of me, Lesley [my future son-in-law], Kevin my brother-in-law] and my sister, Tertia [absent was my eldest daughter, Seugnet, who was sitting for examination]. This picture was taken at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, Port Elizabeth South Africa.


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  • JustSimplyLissa gold member
    November 26, 2008

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    This is a very soothing write. I love the break of dawn, there is nothing more gorgeous then the earth waking up. Thank you for sharing this wonderful write.


  • R S Adams Jr silver member
    November 19, 2008

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    Hanlie looks just like her dad.

    A wonderful poem at this important time. Congratulations and best luck in your chosen profession. Your family and friends must be so proud of you. God bless.


    • FransB gold member
      November 19, 2008
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      Thank you

      I appreciate you comments. She was my 'last' one, and I was honoured to help her into this world. I was humled by this academic experience. Frans.


  • Lady Ireland gold member
    November 18, 2008

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    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!
    You look so proud standing there with all your loved ones around you, knowing you i bet you got a pic later which included your ohter daughter.

    This poem is very spiritual Frans, so easy and enjoying to read, you are the best.
    Dolores x


    • FransB gold member
      November 18, 2008
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      Good morning my friend

      Thanks for stopping by. 'You are the best!" - well, I do not know of that, but I will bask in the sun on that for a while. However, everything goes to Him who made this possible. Lovies to you . Frans


  • funny valentine
    November 16, 2008
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    Congratulations!
    And the poem is lovely.
    Stay happy. :]

    -dyslexic heart


  • CitrineSunrise silver member
    November 15, 2008

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    Thank you for sharing this special day with all of us. Congratulations on a wonderful achievement. I did have to laugh at the date of the poem, however. You lost an entire year in the early morning hours.
    The poem itself expresses the heart of who you are; humble, erudite and conscientious. It is a pleasure to read your work. Peace, Liz


    • FransB gold member
      November 15, 2008
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      Thanks Liz

      I think you now realise that I am in one mad rush. Trying to get on top of things - perhaps shifting the date a year forward will help!! Thank you for stopping by, and thank you for your friendship. I have come to admire you as a poet. Frans


  • Sandal
    November 15, 2008

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    Congratulations and thanksgiving!

    This is a wonderful and important milestone in your life! What a blessing it is to be surrounded by friends and family to share your joy. Your graceful acceptance of work, waiting and reward are a beautiful example.

    • FransB gold member
      November 15, 2008
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      Your encouraging

      blessing is much appreciated. Thank you my friend. Frans


  • myrataal gold member
    November 15, 2008

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    What a bright star ...

    on the academic velvet of night you are! Emotional capital finds its balance in purpose, in the Book Divine ... Not only do you understand the essence of teaching, but also the key to healing. Thank you for a wondrous evening of friendship, inspiration and a refined example of true compassion in sharing your talents, as God intended us all to do.

    Many blessings on your future, Frans, and all the best to you and your family, which you made me feel part of.

    Weer eens baie geluk. Ek is trots op jou! Dankie vir jou nederige voorbeeld in uitnemendheid en standvastige geloof.

    Edengroete
    Myra


    • FransB gold member
      November 15, 2008

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      Myra

      Dankie. Hierdie aand was iets besonders, meer as wat ek kon inneem - die wete dat jy daar was is ook meer as wat jy ooit sal besef.

      Myra, thank you for travelling so far to join me on this evening. By no doubt your purpose entered into the realm of mine so many years ago, a true example of the network of endopathic interdependence within the sphere of Purpose Capital.

      Blessings to you and Org.

      Frans


  • Sandygram silver member
    November 14, 2008

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    Oh what a beautiful family you have. And Congratulations. That is so wonderfu. Blessings to you and the family. Hugs and Smiles

    Sandy


    • FransB gold member
      November 14, 2008
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      Thank you Sandy. Glad this is all over now and I can return to the humble paths of teaching! Frans


  • stavykm gold member
    November 14, 2008

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    Congradulations

    Oh Frans this is just beautiful. Yes to have worked so hard as you have then to see the beauty

    awed, I received this blessings
    reminded that the Light
    provides morning
    to those that wait.

    Oh how I can relate to this emotionally in a different way. What a beautiful picture of family and friends then the poem is just beautiful with imagery and a very gentle soft undertone. I just loved it. Thank you so much for sharing your talents with me. You have been blessed with many of talents Frans.

    Wishing You Many Blessings
    Much Love Always
    Kelle Marie

    • FransB gold member
      November 14, 2008
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      Kelle Marie

      Thank you. Blessings are wonderful moments of waiting! Frans


  • Denerica
    November 12, 2008

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    Amen

    He has turned my morning/mourning into dance, Don Moen has a song titled We wait. I got it is sometimes worth waiting.

    • FransB gold member
      November 12, 2008
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      You comment

      is much appreciated. It makes my poem look so good. Frans


  • FaerieNWonderland
    November 12, 2008
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    very heartfelt


  • Sandygram silver member
    November 12, 2008
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    So Uplifting

    Your words are always so inspiring. Whenever I stop by I know my day will become a little brighter no matter how I am feeling. Thank you for that. The words you share here are like the light in the dark sometimes. Yes good and light come to those who wait. And I can't wait to read your next poem. .
    Have a beautiful day dear friend.

    Blessings To You,
    Sandy

    • FransB gold member
      November 12, 2008
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      Thank you Sandy

      Always nice to hear from you, and I appreciate your comments. Frans


  • samantha jean
    November 12, 2008
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    Very beautiful. It has a wonderful hopeful feel throughout the whole thing.
    Great write.


    • FransB gold member
      November 12, 2008
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      Thank you

      SammyStarxx, I still have problems with adding line spaces, but I did enjoy writing it. Your comments are appreciated. Frans


  • Cannonsfire
    November 11, 2008

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    Beautiful, even in darkness there is always a glow of pure light

    • FransB gold member
      November 11, 2008
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      Thanks

      for reading and commenting. Frans

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