posted August 13, 2016 01:05 PM            

Yes, in order to be on our own we just have to cut the umbilical cord and be on our own. I remember when I first left home to go and study in another state I cried like a child but lo, here I am living without them and still doing fine.

It's dismal that your friend is there no more but the good news is he is still alive in his work amongst you all. When I was in school my english teacher told me one very important fact about poets that is still embedded in the sheet of my mind, that poets have the relaxation to do spelling mistakes and form new words of their own, though lately I see even fiction/non-fiction writers follow this trait and it comes along as a sigh of relief to have invented something of your own.

As for your poetry it was certainly missed here, apart from your presence…It's a beautifully crafted one, relating a lot to your life right now if I'm not wrong.

posted August 13, 2016 01:46 PM            

I'm glad this posted it was giving me trouble or I am just impatient- one of the two!

Anyway thanks for your relevent thoughts. Much appreciated.

I am at my home for the time being again after going back and forth, staying down at my parent's home to help with her care. There was a couple of us so we took turns.

I liked the story about your poetry teacher. I love the non- conforming style of writing some do, the different word play and so forth. (like the family friend I mentioned above) His poems were eclectic with a positive message bestowed in each one. I haven't seen him in person for years, but he had that twinkle in his eyes I had noticed in pictures. I love people like that, you never quite know what they are up to, but the happiness of life radiates from them.

Thank you for the welcome back!
& God bless you too!

posted August 13, 2016 03:26 PM            

Perhaps you'd like to post something of your departed friend's poetry?

posted August 13, 2016 05:23 PM            

Good to have you around again... You were missed. *Heart*

What a richly written note, and deeply touching tribute paid to your mom as you've allowed us a window into your experiences over the past months. Thanks for sharing, so real and eloquently.

I'm so glad the two of you are Connecting in this way. You are making Memories. It will bring nourishment to both your souls....

You are Beautiful Souls....
You are FULL Consecrated Sacred Satisfied Souls.
You are The Healing Women...
Doing what Strong does for each other. {{ }}

{{ condolences for sorrows concerning the loss of your family's friend, a fellow Poet}}

(music) Strong Woman Song (Lisa Muswagon and Raven Hart-Bellecourt) [2:32] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ei4CQWCP4c

from the preamble...

posted August 17, 2016 01:12 PM            

There is not much to tell about my teacher. She was a godown of information on poetry and literature ethics. Like all that she used to tell us is quite embedded in the sheets of my memory lane and I still follow the rules, little rules that I remember. There is quite a nostalgic feeling I have in regards to literature because I was quite fond of my teacher and revered whatever she taught to us. I am not in contact with her today but still remember whatever morals and ethics she gave us.

posted August 19, 2016 01:49 AM            

Just before retiring the computer for the night, I had a hunch to look up a certain asteroid in your chart having to do with overcoming shyness and public speaking?

Would you believe that you brought up the subject, just as that particular asteroid is transiting at 19+ degrees Gemini (8/19), in an approach to the degree of your Gemmy Sun at 21+ .. ? Then after you've warmed up *ahem* to the idea, you'll get a little time to consider it further as it bumps and crosses your Saturn at 23+ (to see if you are sure and support your commitment if you'll consider doing it), and then it approaches its Return at 25.37 Gemini!!!!, just before the new beginning portal at your Ascendant, where you'll have the chance to build and incorporate this as part of who you are and what you want to do next?

16157 Toastmaster
The meaning of asteroid Toastmasters seems to be public speaking, shyness, learning to overcome shyness or stage fright. http://markandrewholmes.com/toastmasters.html

Your Toastmaster in Communications 25+ Gem trines your natal Pallas Athene 27+ Libra in 5th House (making more babies LOL), and helping to give you some great ideas. Transiting Pallas Athene (supports Career training) moves backwards now at 27+ Aquarius (in your H9 of higher learning, schooling).

This is forming powerful energy of a grand trine in Air (communications) to funnel some energetic support and ease to the idea, helping your career!

Of course, you have a lot on your plate right now with your dedication to Mom's needs, wanting to be on call. Lots of hard work there, and sacrifice. But it wouldn't hurt to 'just explore' and visit the idea, collect necessary information, for use later?

Maybe even get some insider knowledge so you can prepare some things in advance of joining the club, OR, signing up for a class at your community college?

posted August 22, 2016 03:51 PM            

You know when I was younger I did some pageants and a little modeling which didn't feel inhibited for me, perhaps because you are expressing from the outer "shell" more so..

As to where poetry is internal and deeply personal for me.

But again thank you, your time is valuable and I appreciate you looking things up for me and giving your thoughtful perspectives.

posted August 31, 2016 02:54 PM            

Pearlty!! Pageant princess??? Well, of COURSE you would be. You're gorgeous. And, your mom worked as a model. Your girls are beautiful too.

Doesn't really surprise me! LOL

posted September 01, 2016 09:10 AM            

Wishing you a wonderful September as well!!

eta.. hunker in and take care with the weather
you're having.

posted October 18, 2016 12:45 AM            

Pearlty, just lost her brother early yesterday morning, Monday, October 17, 2016.

Deep sorrow for your loss, my Pearlty...

posted October 19, 2016 03:37 PM            

You've all been through soooo much over these past few years!... and for this to happen for your elderly parents too???, right now???

posted October 20, 2016 11:01 AM            

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Originally posted by mirage29:
omg Pearlty!!!!! {{{ }}}

You've all been through soooo much over these past few years!... and for this to happen for your elderly parents too???, right now???

This is just not fair.

I'm sooo sorry.

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Yes, so very true definitely had my strength tested over and over again this year. Tomorrow is John's funeral and I have feeling it will set in and sink in. Since Monday it has basically felt like a nightmarish dream. I have been spending plenty of time with his daughters ages 22 and 25. His oldest asked "who is going to walk me down the aisle now, when I get married?" Breaks my heart. My parents came into town yesterday, and it felt relieving to finally give them a hug & cry. Thank you again for thinking of us. I look forward to a nice phone convo. with you soon beside my camp fire with a hot cup of tea.

posted October 20, 2016 12:29 PM            

I know you are a Strength there... but please DO take GOOD self-care of you, too.

*chirping* .... *crackles* .... Silent Ascents.

May your Family gather tomorrow, and find some Sense and Hope about the things that Happen in your Lives.

I closed a post with the following today, in a different forum.

I leave it also..... for you.

(music) Bridge over Troubled Water (Simon & Garfunkel, lyrics) [4:55] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjNgn4r6SOA

Sending a Rainbow Bridge to Remember Hope with each Storm in your Life...

Till sometime in the future when we will have the privilege of contact again... Be Blessed.

Shine Brightly! ... *heart*

You ARE that Angel with the Cup o Tea, in times of Adversity.

posted October 21, 2016 03:23 PM            

I've lit a Candle here at home. I hope that when you see a lit candle there, and you think about it, it might be a reminder that I (and others here) "hold space" for you...