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In the Name of Love

What is true love really all about? Lets break it down and check it out True love is about the highs and lows Learning to live and learning to grow Learning to give all that you have got And never thinking, “like it or not” It’s about changing the person you are And never letting things go to far True love is about a faithful friend One who helps your heart to mend Someone with which you can relate Look to the stars and plan your fate It’s about honesty and it’s about trust Has little or nothing to do with lust I once was lost with a barren soul Then an angel made me her goal She helped me face all of my fears Never failed to understand my tears She has stood by me through it all Helped me to stand proud and tall Taught me to live without addiction Helped to heal my every affliction Gives me the desire to rise above Be all I can in the name of love -------------------------------- Written for Antoinette to enter into John's "Love Contest."

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Date: 3/6/2010 8:54:00 PM
Hey, sorry I had never realized to come see these winners. Time got away from me . YOu did very well with this poem, Michael. Great write! andrea
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Date: 2/15/2010 2:00:00 PM
Congratulations Michael, on your success in John Heck's contest: Love - It Heals & It Hurts with this heartfelt poem. It's easy to see why you placed. Your poetic skills shine. Lovingly, Dane Ann ps I saw your sweet family on your blog photos. As a new premium member, I posted mine, and the chickens, etc. too. It's fun to put a face to the words.
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Date: 2/13/2010 5:27:00 AM
Wow! Michael, Antoinette is a lucky lady who sounds very deserving or your love and trust. Behind every good man.....(Smile). This is a beautiful tribute to your lady and I am so happy to see it honored. Blessings, Connie
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Date: 2/11/2010 8:29:00 AM
Congrats John for your success with this poem and for your much valued comments today.Rgds Brian
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Date: 2/10/2010 3:15:00 PM
Ahhh...what a wonderful tribute to your lovely Antoinette! Well done, Michael!! Congratulations on your win!
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Date: 2/10/2010 2:32:00 PM
Sounds like love to me. Nice use of rhyme to share your thoughts. Congratulations on your win in John's contest. Keep on writing my friend. Karen
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Date: 2/10/2010 12:48:00 PM
Congratulations on your win in John's contest Michael. Love, Carol
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Date: 2/8/2010 4:55:00 PM
Well, thank goodness Michael ... so happy to see this beautiful, uplifting write and a wonderful tribute to Antoinette. Good luck in John's contest. I was worried with the other entry you did today ... LOL ...
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Date: 2/8/2010 6:45:00 AM
Yes, bro. We are lifting heavy thoughts today ... poetry is the highest philosophy. You posed a great question and offer a great submission, great write.
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Date: 2/8/2010 6:37:00 AM
Hello MJ, all is well, this is a very lovely write dedicated to your sweet angel. I am sure that it will bring a smile to her heart. Best wishes in the contest my friend. God's Love and Many Blessings, Always, Adell
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Date: 2/7/2010 11:50:00 PM
Best wishes with this one John.Good to see you swimming again in the soup.Rgds Brian & thanks for your welcome comments today.
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