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Amy's Place .. Poetry and Potpourri .. Mar.31 - Apr. 1, 2004
3-31-04 | JustAmy, St.Louie1 and Mama_Bear

Posted on 03/30/2004 11:44:35 PM PST by JustAmy




Welcome To....



'Amy's Place' welcomes all poets
and those who enjoy poetry.
'Amy's Place' is more than just about poetry.
Come in, relax, and share with fellow FReepers
your thoughts about any of the things on the *Menu*.

Enjoy! :)













Never Forget!




Howdy!

I'm the mouser at Amy's Place.
Amy named me 'cootblanch'....
(don't ask why. hahaha)








Amy's personal guardian ~
the always charming, lovable, huggable,

LouieWolf





Many thanks for stopping by. : )











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To: JustAmy



Music composed by Oliver Wallace.
Lyrics written by Ned Washington.

I saw a peanut stand,
Heard a rubber band,
I saw a needle that winked its eye.
But I think I will have seen everything
When I see an elephant fly.

I saw a front porch swing,
Heard a diamond ring,
I saw a polka-dot railroad tie.
But I think I will have seen everything
When I see an elephant fly.

I seen a clothes horse he r'ar up and buck
And they tell me that a man made a vegetable truck
I didn't see that I only heard
But just to be sociable I'll take your word

I heard a fireside chat
I saw a baseball bat
And I just laughed till I thought I'd die
But I'd been done seen about everything
When I see an elephant fly.
81 posted on 03/31/2004 9:33:38 PM PST by hookman
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To: hookman
Ahhhh ..... Thank you for the Dumbo theme.
82 posted on 03/31/2004 9:41:49 PM PST by JustAmy (God Bless our Troops! God Bless President Bush! God Bless America!!!)
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To: JustAmy
good nite, see you tomorrow!

83 posted on 03/31/2004 9:56:33 PM PST by hookman
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To: ST.LOUIE1; Mama_Bear; Billie; dansangel; dutchess; Aquamarine; Jim Robinson; LadyX; WVNan; ...



I could find no Welcome Graphics, so ....
Amy's Place will remain closed today!!
Hope to see you tomorrow.



Heh Heh Heh

84 posted on 04/01/2004 12:34:49 AM PST by JustAmy (God Bless our Troops! God Bless President Bush! God Bless America!!!)
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To: All


Heh Heh Heh ...
April Fool!!

85 posted on 04/01/2004 12:41:33 AM PST by JustAmy (God Bless our Troops! God Bless President Bush! God Bless America!!!)
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To: ST.LOUIE1; Mama_Bear; Billie; dansangel; dutchess; Aquamarine; Jim Robinson; LadyX; WVNan; ...
4-1-04

Graphic by MamaBear


Butterfly

What’s in those flowers that you sip,
That makes you seem so tipsy?
We can’t tell if you’re coming from,
Albany or Poughkeepsie,

Or even if you’re going to,
One place or the other.
The way you travel seems to be,
You’re looking for your mother!

Just as a toddler wanders round,
With no fixed course in sight,
The butterfly flits both here and yon,
In most erratic flight.

It seems so inefficient,
Why can’t you just hold still?
And then you stop, and fold your wings,
Upon a daffodil.

You daintily step forward,
“I haven’t touched a drop!”
And just as sober as a Judge,
You spread your wings and FLOP!

And Flip, and Flap, and bounce.
A goonie in reverse.
How can you be so comical?
I know you don’t rehearse.

And yet you get where you must go,
God knows how you can do it.
Perhaps the use of folded hands,
And faith just leads you to it.

By NicknamedBob . . . . March 30, 2004
© 2004

86 posted on 04/01/2004 12:54:32 AM PST by JustAmy (God Bless our Troops! God Bless President Bush! God Bless America!!!)
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To: NicknamedBob
Thank you for the beautiful butterfly poem.

We appreciate your talent!
87 posted on 04/01/2004 1:07:48 AM PST by JustAmy (God Bless our Troops! God Bless President Bush! God Bless America!!!)
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To: JustAmy
All I saw was post 84 about 20 minutes ago, Amy. I didn't connect it to April 1st and you definitely snookered this April Fool.

I'm glad, too, because a day without a poetry ping is a day without sunshine.
88 posted on 04/01/2004 1:10:04 AM PST by leadpenny
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To: All; hookman

Photo by Hookman © 2004

I AM YOUR FLAG
By Bill Nelson,
WL, Pack 878, ASM, Troop 14, Unit Commissioner, Tempe District,
Grand Canyon Council, Phoenix, Arizona

I am the symbol of the living America, the badge of its greatness, the emblem of its destiny.

I am faith. It is I who keep men mindful of their priceless heritage, life, liberty, and the right to pursue happiness.

I am hope. I represent the land of promise wherein, already, man's loftiest dreams have approached closer to realization than ever before on this earth.

I am life. Each strand and fiber of my being is a memorial, dedicated to the sacrifices of all those strong men and steadfast women who have lived and died in the nation's service, that it might live forever.

I am tolerance. So long as I shall wave, all people under my protection may freely worship, think, write and speak, undaunted by the shadow of fear.

I am justice, tempered with mercy. For I am friend to the oppressed and downtrodden of every land.

I am a sign of the future. I wave over schools throughout the nation and in them the nation's future is molded.

I am the flag of the United States... the last... the best hope for peace on earth.

89 posted on 04/01/2004 1:21:18 AM PST by JustAmy (God Bless our Troops! God Bless President Bush! God Bless America!!!)
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To: leadpenny
"a day without a poetry ping is a day without sunshine."

Good morning, Leadpenny. Thank you for that lovely compliment.

I decided to be a little silly today. I'm happy that you came back to find us open. :)

Today we featured two FReepers. NicknamedBob's poem in #86 and Hookman's photo in #89.

Both are excellent examples of FReeper talent.

Hope you have a Thursday is Terrific!!
90 posted on 04/01/2004 1:30:27 AM PST by JustAmy (God Bless our Troops! God Bless President Bush! God Bless America!!!)
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To: hookman
Thank you for sending me that beautiful photo to use in today's thread. You captured a wonderful picture of our flag.

Thank you for sharing it.

Have a wonderful Thursday!
91 posted on 04/01/2004 1:34:04 AM PST by JustAmy (God Bless our Troops! God Bless President Bush! God Bless America!!!)
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To: All


Friends

There's nothing as nice as someone who shares,
your laughter, your secrets, your wishes and cares,
someone who's there through your good times and tears,
who stays by your side as your friend through the years.

- Autymn Skillings -

92 posted on 04/01/2004 1:42:43 AM PST by JustAmy (God Bless our Troops! God Bless President Bush! God Bless America!!!)
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To: All; MeekOneGOP; Darksheare; lonestar; Donaeus; PreviouslyA-Lurker; Diver Dave; cyborg; Jen; ...

93 posted on 04/01/2004 1:49:57 AM PST by JustAmy (God Bless our Troops! God Bless President Bush! God Bless America!!!)
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To: JustAmy; NicknamedBob; All
"Butterfly" was read with a smile. Awesome!

When I tell people about FreeRepublic, I almost always use "Amy's Place . . P&P" as the hook.

Being one who is poetry-challanged (except for reading it), I am truly humbled by the talent here.

Thanks for all you do.

94 posted on 04/01/2004 1:50:30 AM PST by leadpenny
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To: JustAmy; yall
Mornin', everybody ! Happy Thursday !


Have a cup while you Freep !

95 posted on 04/01/2004 1:59:26 AM PST by MeekOneGOP (Become a monthly donor on FR. No amount is too small and monthly giving is the way to go !)
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To: leadpenny
Thank you .... I am also poetry-challanged.

Those kind words are most appreciated.
96 posted on 04/01/2004 2:02:15 AM PST by JustAmy (God Bless our Troops! God Bless President Bush! God Bless America!!!)
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To: MeekOneGOP
Good morning, Meekie.

Thank you for bringing coffee again this morning. I'll have a cup a little later. I'm going to sleep for a couple of hours.

Have a terrific Thursday.
97 posted on 04/01/2004 2:04:34 AM PST by JustAmy (God Bless our Troops! God Bless President Bush! God Bless America!!!)
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To: JustAmy; Jen; KangarooJacqui; Brad's Gramma; Victoria Delsoul; T'wit; PreviouslyA-Lurker

April 1, 2004

Arranging Your Mind

Read: Philippians 4:4-9

Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! --Philippians 4:4

Bible In One Year: Judges 13-15; Luke 6:27-49


Several years ago I read a story about a 92-year-old Christian woman who was legally blind. In spite of her limitation, she was always neatly dressed, with her hair carefully brushed and her makeup tastefully applied. Each morning she would meet the new day with eagerness.

After her husband of 70 years died, it became necessary for her to go to a nursing home where she could receive proper care. On the day of the move, a helpful neighbor drove her there and guided her into the lobby. Her room wasn't ready, so she waited patiently in the lobby for several hours.

When an attendant finally came for her, she smiled sweetly as she maneuvered her walker to the elevator. The staff member described her room to her, including the new curtains that had been hung on the windows. "I love it," she declared. "But Mrs. Jones, you haven't seen your room yet," the attendant replied. "That doesn't have anything to do with it," she said. "Happiness is something you choose. Whether I like my room or not doesn't depend on how it's arranged. It's how I arrange my mind."

The Bible says, "Rejoice in the Lord" (Philippians 4:4). Remind yourself often of all that Jesus has given to you and be thankful. That's how to arrange your mind. --David Roper

God takes delight when we rejoice
In all that He has done
And when we thank Him for the love
He shows us through His Son. --D. De Haan

The happiness of your life depends on the quality of your thoughts.

98 posted on 04/01/2004 4:01:13 AM PST by The Mayor (God always knocks loud enough for the seeking soul to hear.)
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To: JustAmy; Jen; KangarooJacqui; Brad's Gramma; Victoria Delsoul; T'wit; PreviouslyA-Lurker
Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! --Philippians 4:4


God takes delight when we rejoice
In all that He has done
And when we thank Him for the love
He shows us through His Son

The happiness of your life depends on the quality of your thoughts.

99 posted on 04/01/2004 4:01:42 AM PST by The Mayor (God always knocks loud enough for the seeking soul to hear.)
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To: All
Time Gets Better With Age

I've learned that I like my teacher because she cries when we sings "Silent Night".
Age 5

I've learned that our dog doesn't want to eat my broccoli either.
Age 7

I've learned that when I wave to people in the country, they stop what they are doing and wave back.
Age 9

I've learned that just when I get my room the way I like it, Mom makes me clean it up again.
Age 12

I've learned that if you want to cheer yourself up, you should try cheering someone else up.
Age 14

I've learned that although it's hard to admit it, I'm secretly glad my parents are strict with me.
Age 15

I've learned that silent company is often more healing than words of advice.
Age 24

I've learned that brushing my child's hair is one of life's great pleasures.
Age 26

I've learned that wherever I go, the world's worst drivers have followed me there.
Age 29

I've learned that if someone says something unkind about me, I must live so that no one will believe it.
Age 30

I've learned that there are people who love you dearly but just don't know how to show it.
Age 42

I've learned that you can make some one's day by simply sending them a little note.
Age 44

I've learned that the greater a person's sense of guilt, the greater his or her need to cast blame on others.
Age 46

I've learned that children and grandparents are natural allies.
Age 47

I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.
Age 48

I've learned that singing "Amazing Grace" can lift my spirits for hours.
Age 49

I've learned that motel mattresses are better on the side away from the phone.
Age 50

I've learned that you can tell a lot about a man by the way he handles these three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights.
Age 51

I've learned that keeping a vegetable garden is worth a medicine cabinet full of pills.
Age 52

I've learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you miss them terribly after they die.
Age 53

I've learned that making a living is not the same thing as making a life.
Age 58

I've learned that if you want to do something positive for your children, work to improve your marriage.
Age 61

I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance.
Age 62

I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catchers mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw
something back.
Age 64

I've learned that if you pursue happiness, it will elude you. But if you focus on your family, the needs of others, your work, meeting new people, and doing the very best you can, happiness will find you.
Age 65

I've learned that whenever I decide something with kindness, I usually make the right decision.
Age 66

I've learned that everyone can use a prayer.
Age 72

I've learned that it pays to believe in miracles. And to tell the truth, I've seen several.
Age 75

I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one.
Age 82

I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love that human touch-holding hands, a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.
Age 90

I've learned that I still have a lot to learn.
Age 92

100 posted on 04/01/2004 5:05:30 AM PST by Dubya (Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father,but by me)
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