From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=222">poyen_fpy</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

wolfscreamer, i sincerely hope you'll find another love somehow. your poems make me cry. 
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=1120">Chances</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

amaryllis - Oh, how I want to be kissed. I'll be on about THAT poem all night!
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=1179">amaryllis</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

chances- haha i know what you mean, i WAS thinking about it all night so i had to write something...Im sure you know what i mean.  I was able to read "A Moment's Hesitation"-a wonderful peice!! I love your word useage and how you choose to group them together-wonderful wonderful!
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=161">Malu Lani</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

aparjita:  Pretty girl was very touching, I am assuming it is about someone you know?  And, A Smile for Spring, was beautiful<BR>
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ladyinwaiting:  that quote was fabulous, just what i needed to read today
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=1128">lovestruk</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

Thanks for reading my stuff! Lulu....I read cuts! GREAT!
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=1174">Dana</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

aparajita: your comment regarding Losing Sanity really meant a lot to me. Thanks.<BR>
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Star of David: I really appreciate your good thoughts and can really use them during some depressing times. 
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=161">Malu Lani</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

Dana: Tangible was beautiful, I loved it! :-)
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=220">wolfscreamer</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

poyen , if any of my writings affect someone enough to have them comment here then in some way it makes me smile. I can,t speak for any of the many contributors here but for myself the day I stumbled on the Blender was a memorable day for me.Not only could I read words written by people who through reason of sadness, happiness, loneliness or any of the many reasons we write on here had shared their feelings through words, but I could actually put my own feelings into words and people could read.For the creation of the Blender I thank you Kirk, long may it continue. 
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=962">Lulu</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

Star of david-<BR>
Thank you for caring, you didnt overstep any boundries. I am a recovering "cutter". I havent cut in 5+ months, but because I am restricted from doing it, It makes me want to do it more. I have stopped(proudly) and I appreciate your comment. It is a very serious condition which I terribly regret gaining. Thanks again.<BR>
~*Lulu*~
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=220">wolfscreamer</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

lady in waiting. <BR>
The name I whisper, every line perfect
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=872">CryingShame58</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

Kirk,<BR>
I like the changes you have made...<BR>
CryingShame
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=872">CryingShame58</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

J. Knipp...<BR>
i like your recent submission and especially the ending of <a href="/blend/wv.cgi?id=2003.03.14.13.13.28806">Skin Garden #2</a> ... "there is no telling..."<BR>
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Ladyinwaiting...<BR>
I am glad you are posting here...i like all work you submit..<BR>
CryingShame
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=1176">aparajita</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

jim...  thank you, that is the most romantic thing i have ever had said to me.  i am just gushing!<BR>
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j knip...  wow!  skin garden #2 i so evocative.  incredible images displayed through your words.  thank you.<BR>
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malu lani...  thank you!  pretty girl is what i always called my beautiful child when i would leave her notes.  i appreciate your comments, and must tell you that my pretty girl has been reading the site and has commented quite positively about your subs.  she said she loves them!  especially mentioned 'the end of the rope' as one she really likes.<BR>
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lady...  oh, but that we could all really hit the delete button so easily and more often.  probably wouldn't do any good anyway because even with delete though, the memory still hangs on, stubborn rascal.
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=962">Lulu</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

Dana-<BR>
Tangible.......beautiful!!!<BR>
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~*Lulu*~
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=900">RennieLorca</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

B.K.~ Let me extend my sympathy on your losses. Only You was a treat to read. Hoping to see you back with a happy heart soon.<BR>
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J. Knipp~ I enjoyed Skin Garden #2.<BR>
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ladyinwaiting~ Delete ... amen.<BR>
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carol~ until ... take care of your heart.<BR>
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amaryllis~ "So you'll never feel the claws of lonliness again" ... I like that line with poem.<BR>
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poyen~ Welcome to Blender.<BR>
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Kevin~ thank you for that. I think we all just give it a try and sometimes find the magic in words with each other. You know I've always enjoyed the dedication you give to crafting your lines and sharing here.<BR>
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aparajita~ Smile for Spring ... nice boost for the season after a miserably cold winter. And, thanks much for your compliment.<BR>
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Lulu~ congratulations on your triumph in overcoming.<BR>
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lilla, wolfscreamer and others who've mentioned that Blender has been a good place of poetic refuge and understanding. I think we are all almost equally grateful to Kirk for supplying the forum and website.<BR>
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Dana~ in answer to your question: the only organizing I do is in which "voice" (pen name) I care to use. There is no journaling in my Blender account except in some particular pieces that stand alone. Some poems journal a particular time or event for me. I just usually post a new or old work from some inspiration here.<BR>
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Echolocation~ I've enjoyed Wislawa for years. I like some of her translations better than others. Yes, I meant Elocution in the "together as one" -- even had it that way in my notes but mistyped. Thanks.<BR>
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willtobe1~ glad to see you add Dream, reissued to your account. There are other poets here I go back and read old archived works on. Kirk has made folks aware on how easy it is to google up any old Blender poet with www.google.com and that is how I found your original Dream work Blender archived piece easily.<BR>

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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=158">footballdude</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

LuLu, <BR>
  im glad u have stop cutting! u will neva know how much it meens to me too know ur not hurting ur self. i hope u will neva do it again! i luv ya work!<BR>
                   ~Footballdude
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=158">footballdude</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

RennieLorca,<BR>
       nice Work!
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=158">footballdude</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

B.K.,<BR>
  The poem,Baby Do It Again, is tight...sounds like how i feel bout a chick! well, it sounds like how i feel bout every chick i start to like/love!<BR>
            ~Footballdude<BR>
  
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=74">Echolocation</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

tj -- you continue to awe, inspire and touch me --<BR>
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Being a confirmed worshipper of books from an early age, <a href="/blend/wv.cgi?id=2003.03.12.23.52.4098">My Grandfather's Room</a> struck right into my soul. I can't think of a more beautiful compliment -- wherever your grandfather is I'm sure he's proud!<BR>
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And <a href="/blend/wv.cgi?id=2003.03.12.23.56.10956">Where Is His Father</a> is wrenching -- the pain of both mother and child is sharp as a knife.  So is the pain that remains unacknowledged/denied by the man who missed out on all that being a father can/should be ("dam them, damn you" was a nice touch).
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=12">Tanqueray Cowboy</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

Echo~<BR>
<a href="/blend/wv.cgi?id=2003.03.11.21.04.29182">Silence is Golden</a> nicely done.  Nice to see you again, something must be agreeing with you.  Remember, though, silence can also enslave.<BR>
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Kevin ~<BR>
Thanks for your work.  Always.<BR>
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Teej ~<BR>
<a href="/blend/wv.cgi?id=2003.03.12.23.52.4098">My Grandfather's Room</a>.<BR>
<a href="/blend/wv.cgi?id=2003.03.12.23.56.10956">Where Is His Father</a>.<BR>
I'd comment but for the lump in my throat.<BR>
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=962">Lulu</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

B.K.-<BR>
"Baby Do It Again".....wonderful....so descriptive..I loved it. =D<BR>
Rennie- Thank you...I am slowly learning how to deal with my pain in a productive way. I love your work, your one of my favorite poets. Take care.<BR>
Footballdude- =D Thanks ...just for being in my life. Every day gets easier knowing that your there for me. Your poems make me feel alot better, sometimes I read them when I'm upset and need something to positive focus on.<BR>
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~*Lulu*~
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=962">Lulu</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

I just wanted to thank everyone for being so supportive durring my recovery. After learning of my "situation"(I guess thats what you would call this) many people saw me as a freak..I have even heard some people warning others of the "psycho girl". Thanks again...I will remember this always. <BR>
~*Lulu*~
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=1103">ladyinwaiting</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

Amaryllis and BK ~ the kisses ...awe the kisses...how sweet they are....thank you for sharing<BR>
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wolfscreamer ~ thank you for your kind words<BR>
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Rennie ~ compliments from you always make my day<BR>
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aparajita ~ yes memories...notice I did not mention memories...for they are mine to hold dear as I paint portraits in my mind<BR>
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CryingShame ~thank you for your lovely compliments...I too love your works<BR>
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Echo ~ your works are beautiful...I so enjoy them<BR>
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malu lani ~ thank you for you kind words...I have found myself watching the board to see your next comment...thank you for making my days brighter<BR>
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Poyen ~ welcome...welcome to loveblender...may you find peace here<BR>
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Chances ~ as always your works bring me joy<BR>
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kareem ~ god I love your stuff...please more more more<BR>
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willtobe1 ~ so nice to see your works...beautiful<BR>
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jim ~ where are you...I am wearing this shirt and no place to go!!!<BR>
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Ok ....I could go on and on and on...I just love this place...you all...everyone...I just love it all...just love all of you...thank you for sharing<BR>

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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=1050">Kase</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

To everyone who has encouraged me,<BR>
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Thank you so much.  I had no idea that so many people cared or thought of me.  Your encouragement means so much!  I guess I just have an on going case of writer's block.  The fact that the people whose work I admire so (Chances, Rennie, Jon, CryingShame) took the time to put thought on me for even a few minutes of their time, well, that brings tears to my eyes.  When I went back to catch up on the board today, and seen such kind words....Thanks you guys.  It means more than you know or ever will know.<BR>
   I was told when I was 13 that I had Lupus, and have been in and out of remission for 10 years.  I found out recently that there's a good chance that I'm going to lose my right kidney unless my brother matches and is willing to donate his kidney.  If you have Lupus, you can rarely get on a transplant list, due the the nature of the disease.  They say the besides of the high risk of rejection, the risk is too high that your body will just attack the new organ, therefore they would rather give the organ to someone it may "help more", as my doctor put it. <BR>
  I guess I've just been wallowing in self-pity.  I do apologize.  I've kinda just wanted to give up most of the things that mean the most. Your words have put a rare smile on my face, though they did make me cry also! Thanks again.<BR>
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Champagne--  Thank you for taking the time to read my work.  Your words helped me in a particularly difficult moment. You are kind and generous in your words and you brightened my day.  Thank you.<BR>
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Everyone, take care and don't take every day life for granted, no matter what your age.  Life is too short.  May God hold you all safe in his palm.
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From: <a href="/blend/av.cgi?id=1103">ladyinwaiting</a><BR>
Date: 14 March 2003<P>

Kase ~ I am sorry to hear of your illness...I will keep you in my prayers...may God be with you
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