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~ Happy Holidays ~

Do I see the bright? Again, yes of course I do ~ When I gaze, ponder and peer, deeply Beyond the surface of all life.... Do I see my own imperfections? Never have they escaped me, these humbling truths A thousand regrets, upon the very first page! Yet what is my contribution, and or purpose I have often considered for many years?! Shall I live for myself, and myself alone? There is an empty reward I believe Within the wraps and the ointments, perhaps of this Treading these waters of light so to speak.... But, do I have the answers unto it all, this life? Not within this place, nor within this state! And shall I impose my will, and or condemn another, contrary unto it? No, this is not my intent, truly, nor is it my place For whom can hold such reasonings, conclusions, within the end of all things?.... Although, as I have afore mentioned above Perfection is not to be held within these human hands! Wherein truths, are but a shifting kaleidoscope of perceptions, for most Sometimes dark, sometimes light, yet again, within its very best A misted and fog laced glass, amid an abysmal mirror, of reflections Towards these truths, within all that there is-the answers and the why's!? So what are the conclusions to be found, as I believe and or see? I guess within the end, wrapped within one golden rule "Love," beyond measures, prejudices and condemnations For the hearts, and the souls, and the eyes, of all of life ~ These, that are held within Heavens hands, and Heavens hands alone! So, within this continuum of consciousness' ever searching journey May all of your hopes, dreams and wishes, forever and always, come true Amid the gifts beneath the trees, of unconditional and everlasting love "The Golden Rule".... ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~ Happy Holidays, Everyone! ~ Note: Never again from this day forth, shall I ever remove another comment, That I have made unto another priceless life and soul! Nor, shall I ever again, Close myself off unto anyone, whoms lives are far more precious, than any- Thing I could ever be, or even know! Please, forgive me for my, imperfections! "Shine Bright Bright Lights!"~Sincerely, John!

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Date: 12/8/2008 8:23:00 AM
Somehow, I missed this poem, so I too, am late with a comment. But thank you John, for being understanding, compassionate and loving with your wonderful comments. Yes we all have imperfections, but we reflect so much love through our poetry...your love shines each day. Happy Holidays to you too!:) Love to you , Carrie
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Date: 11/30/2008 11:09:00 AM
hiya John, thanks for your feed back on my poem restoration, we love being in church thats where we met each other and grow a lot, I go to a small group too and so dos james leanne is allowed to join beyond when she is 11 so they said when she goes to senior school in september 2009. she is in interactive at the moment and the maze once a month that group is for children with special needs so it's great they have people help them to learn and to grow, God bless love diane
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Date: 11/30/2008 2:57:00 AM
This is so beautiful John, makes me ponder so much. Oh I'm so sorry to have reached to this poem so late, but I've been quite busy lately!! In some vivid words, you have put the reality of most lives. You are a very gifted poet and this write just asks so much about reality to me!! Love, Chitra
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Date: 11/29/2008 8:40:00 PM
HI!! ^.^ Love Alexz Your Best Buddy!
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Date: 11/29/2008 1:06:00 PM
john, morals and values should be taught by actions . not used and abused by politicians who say they live by The Golden Rule when even God knows that they don't. john
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Date: 11/29/2008 12:09:00 PM
John this is so cute and well well written. i love it hehe. Good job, Sammy :)
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Date: 11/29/2008 10:02:00 AM
Beautiful wishes expressed in a beautiful poem! Hope that all of your dreams and wishes come true as well and that all of your holidays are happy ones!
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Date: 11/29/2008 9:51:00 AM
Beautiful Write John :) I am back, and intend to stay, as long as I am able to write. Beautiful poem again, just wonderful :) Blessings, ~Michaela~
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Date: 11/29/2008 3:06:00 AM
Of course. :) From the beginning, and may peace, love and light fall upon you for all of your earthbound days. This is beautiful, and hey - who among us can not claim being imperfect? Certainly not me, I am frought with imperfections, but am working on them every day. :) Beautiful, blessings, Kristin
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Date: 11/28/2008 5:46:00 PM
Read My Poems Please ? ^.^
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Date: 11/28/2008 4:37:00 PM
A bountiful of beautiful words alone can be silent gifts to enjoy and savor. These words are food for the heart, mind and soul. Wishing you and your loved ones Happy Holidays. Peace always, John
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Date: 11/27/2008 10:56:00 AM
Happy Thanks Giving to you and yours, and Bravo on such an insightful and open expressive write, as always I am left smiling at the end of the poem, God Bless, Julie x
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Date: 11/27/2008 2:02:00 AM
thanks John, and I hope you have a great holiday, the children are so happy about christmast now they feel alive in the Lord, God bless you always much love from diane
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Date: 11/26/2008 7:20:00 PM
Read my new poem it's very important!
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Date: 11/26/2008 4:51:00 PM
John, How good it is to hear from you. I enjoyed your piece. Deep and thought provoking. I have anotherpassage for you, if you don't mind. Luke 6:37-38. God bless you, dear John. Happy Thanksgiving. Love Robin
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Date: 11/26/2008 4:18:00 PM
This is a lovely piece, John!:) I wish you and yours also, happy holidays! A fine person you are..you understand something, that unfortuately, some won't>>Apologies, regret..remorse. How can one be comfortable in one's skin, when they've over-grown it?:) Love for anyone(-thing) must be encased in a peel of respect. Perfection, beauty, definitely in the eyes of the beholder. Fine to hold up a mirror too, you'll see their reflection. I hope you're well and happy..God bless u and yours! Mikki
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Date: 11/26/2008 1:35:00 PM
God bless you John and your loving family. Christ love to you Michael and John this was a wonderful read full of God's wisdom your caringness, giving of yourself and reaching out. May you be blessed a bundantly for doing so. Go with God and the Angels as Janice use to say to me...
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Date: 11/26/2008 1:32:00 PM
happens. Thank you for this act of kindness and your walk is just as strong and real as you are John. May the Lord Jesus Christ bless you for your kindness and your beautiful poetry that you are so gifted to create. Your affection has really touched me and I want you to know that I will follow Jesus his word and I want to be next to you on that horse when we join against evil. To dfeat it in Christ holy army. Have a peaceful and tranquil Thanksgiving and thank you John Rhinem for caring.
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Date: 11/26/2008 1:26:00 PM
A man after Jesus's heart you are. John forgive me for any trespasses in thought, in dissapointment, that I might have casused a man that I respect and admire. You stand for truth and Jesus and I will follow and you may lead. Thank you for your compassionate heart John your friendship mean's so so much to me. Through all this John Jesus has been there and has brought me closer to him that I have ever been. To loose a dear friend in you because of who you are is a travesty. I pray that never
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Date: 11/26/2008 12:46:00 PM
Happy Holidays to you too! Beautiful writing and introspection. I love this verse: "Perfection is not to be held within these human hands!" This is so true. God bless, have a blessed holiday season. :) Amy
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Date: 11/26/2008 12:21:00 PM
aww what a lovley wriyte, hope all is well, I am so looking forward to christmast, the children are even more exited now they are born of God and Jesus so it will be great to meditate on the true meaning of the season, happy holidays to you too, God bless you john much love from diane
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