August

23

When We Two Parted by Lord Byron

When we two parted in silence and tears, Half broken-hearted to sever for years, Pale grew thy cheek and cold, colder thy kiss; Truly that hour foretold sorrow to this. The dew of the morning sunk chill on my brow, It felt like the warning of what I feel now. Thy vows are all broken, [...]

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August

23

She Walks In Beauty by George Gorden Noel (Lord Byron)

She walks in beauty, like the night of clodless climes and starry skies; And all that’s best of dark and bright meet in her aspect and her eyes. Thus mellowed to that tender light which heaven to gaudy day denies. One shade the more, one ray the less, had half impaired the nameless grace Which [...]

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August

23

Inspirational Quotes

Love is the extremely difficult realization that something other than oneself is real.   Iris Murdoch **************************************************************************************** If our love is only a will to possess, it is not love. Thich Nhat Han ************************************************************************************ each friend represents a world in us, a world possibly not born until they arrive and it is only by this meeting [...]

August

23

Give Random Acts Of Kindness A Try

One dismal evening, just a few months ago When the sky was dark and the streets were covered with snow. I had nothing specific in mind and wasn’t sure what to do, Since it was one of those chilly nights that leave you feeling a bit blue. I shuffled through a few papers and picked [...]

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August

23

Changes by Phyllis Lin

“Forever friends” you promise “Together till the end.” We did everything with each opther, you were my best friend. When I was sad you were by my side, when I was scared, you felt my fear. You were my best support- If I needed you, you were there. You were the greatest friend, you always [...]

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August

23

I Need You Now by Becky Tucker

My friend, I need you now-please take me by the hand. stand by me in my hour of need, take time to understand. Take my hand, dear friend and lead me form this place. Chase away my doubts and fears, wipe the tears from off my face. friend, I cannot stand alone, I need your [...]

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August

23

Choices by Sharon A. Heilbrunn

Hold a friends hand through times of trial, Let her find love through a hug and a smile; But also know when it’s time to let go, For each and every one of us must learn to grow. Share on bebo Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook Buzz it up Mixx it [...]

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August

23

I Won’t Be Left Behind by Sara Nachtman

I run my fastest but still get beat. I land on my head when I should be on my feet. I try to move forward, but I am stuck in rewind. Why do I keep at it? I won’t be left behind. The harder I am thrown, the higher I bounce. I give it my [...]

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August

23

Wonder by Jill Thieme

Wonder, to me, is a good place to be. It helps yopu think, it helps you see, Life’s full of twists and turns will abound, but wonder and insight can guide you around. Explore what you may and fill up your mind and hold in your heart the mysteries you find. Wonder is only saying [...]

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August

23

A Street Kids Guide (How To Get From Here To There)

It’s hard to get from here to there if you never get out of bed. You lie a lot to fool your friends but you fooled yourself instead. It’s harder to get from here to there if you set your goals too high; Ten nothing ever works out right; Too soon you no longer try. [...]

Filled Under: Teenage poetry