Brian Strand Poet Quatrain

M.Si Vis Amari Ama

My dear child,as through life you go
mark thee well,this motto
if,lov of others,you wish to know
be first,to let your love flow

Inspired by the motto of Prior Leem-Michel Priory,Hampshire in 1500's.

His motto reads ' Remember if you wish to be loved-you must love

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Doris Culverhouse July 30, 2010 at 6:06 PM so true...I enjoyed your write today. Hope you are well. I have not seen any new works from you lately!

Linda-Marie Sweetheart July 30, 2010 at 1:05 PM A brand new favorite Brian.. most exquisite words and message so wonderful... enjoyed my friend.. with luv..

Andrea Dietrich July 29, 2010 at 9:52 PM This seems very familar to me. I must have read that motto before too. Good one!

Wilma Neels July 29, 2010 at 4:23 AM Real wisdom that is so vital even in today's time.. Brian thank you for your comment and guidance on "my new day" piece -- Wilma

Sara Kendrick July 28, 2010 at 6:19 PM That was true then and is true today..Thanks for stopping by and commenting..Sara

Poet Destroyer A July 28, 2010 at 9:47 AM Yes Brian S. you have a lovely poem here with a very meaningful thought . Enjoyed your blessed day.-LeeAnn