tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post20877532527634199..comments2024-03-26T09:20:29.620-06:00Comments on TeacherDance: More Words-More StuffLinda Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-62351625588393829462012-12-03T20:30:53.188-07:002012-12-03T20:30:53.188-07:00Thanks Laura. I will, I will!Thanks Laura. I will, I will!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-52024946174214574802012-12-03T11:52:45.946-07:002012-12-03T11:52:45.946-07:00Aw, Linda--this is just lovely. Cherish all those ...Aw, Linda--this is just lovely. Cherish all those memories, friends, and loves!laurasalashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13807781795919555208noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-13225370328554165072012-12-01T07:33:16.178-07:002012-12-01T07:33:16.178-07:00Yep-it's tough but I am doing it. A friend has...Yep-it's tough but I am doing it. A friend has too & says it is so freeing once done! She has really motivated me!!😊Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-54154436914917102742012-12-01T06:00:37.911-07:002012-12-01T06:00:37.911-07:00We are trying to help my mom reduce the amount of ...We are trying to help my mom reduce the amount of STUFF in her house, and it's hard, just plain hard, for her to let go of the things that were saved for love, or thrift, or sentimentality, or good intentions, or stubbornness...She is torn apart by the knowledge that neither my brother nor I will have the space or the desire to keep all the things that SHE has lovingly treasured all these year. <br /><br />So I don't know FIRST hand what you're going through, but I can imagine...Mary Leehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09078793537148794310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-622727298779863742012-11-30T23:09:20.396-07:002012-11-30T23:09:20.396-07:00Hi Violet! Those savory bits keep me going, I gue...Hi Violet! Those savory bits keep me going, I guess. I cannot wait to settle down, but maybe that's not right? Slowing down is not good, is it? Ah-h, more to ponder... Thank you!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-977728082246087962012-11-30T23:07:48.253-07:002012-11-30T23:07:48.253-07:00I think you're right-we get really sappy aroun...I think you're right-we get really sappy around this time. I have had so many happy Christmases & this will be just another journey that will be made happy by the kids. A new chapter for sure. Wish you could run right over for a cuppa! Thanks, Donna.Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-7124203347123886752012-11-30T22:57:53.594-07:002012-11-30T22:57:53.594-07:00Love this, Linda, especially the last four lines. ...Love this, Linda, especially the last four lines. You are savouring all the bits of life without apology. I'd like to be more like that!<br /><br /><a href="http://vnesdolypoems.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow">Violet N.</a>Violet N.https://www.blogger.com/profile/16586574800230604652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-38759919763293916922012-11-30T22:18:32.918-07:002012-11-30T22:18:32.918-07:00Loved "Lovely times follow me
And more are st...Loved "Lovely times follow me<br />And more are still to come". <br />Maybe it's the holidays, but I've spent more time the past week, weeping for no reason...except that some sappy, sentimental thingy was on TV or I caught a glimpse of a picture that took me back to younger days, or my husband did something especially nice, or a cookie tasted really good! <br />Lovely times are still to come! Thanks for that thought. I can't think about it TOO seriously, though, or I'll be blubbering again!Donna Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13738281869266957726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-87424561901461202002012-11-30T21:42:23.914-07:002012-11-30T21:42:23.914-07:00Thank you Amy. Yes, we want to keep it all close ...Thank you Amy. Yes, we want to keep it all close to our hearts, don't we? Thanks for the wishes Amy. It was a terrific Poetry Friday!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-13966924189810357462012-11-30T21:12:35.938-07:002012-11-30T21:12:35.938-07:00Dear Linda, This is so beautiful. And so true for...Dear Linda, This is so beautiful. And so true for me too. As my children grow up, I just want to keep every last article of clothing. Your bundles are treasures, and in your new home, maybe you'll keep pulling them out as writing inspiration too... Good wishes, friend. a.Amy LVhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16625469276544426664noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-54671024876404305542012-11-30T20:35:51.801-07:002012-11-30T20:35:51.801-07:00I am really looking forward to decorating for Chri...I am really looking forward to decorating for Christmas. It will be both a joy & a challenge. First I guess I'd better start shopping. I think the internet might be very helpful this year.Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-59613957175555254282012-11-30T20:34:46.589-07:002012-11-30T20:34:46.589-07:00Thanks Ruth. Nice to hear from you. Thanks Ruth. Nice to hear from you. Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-62297160557762283402012-11-30T19:03:39.890-07:002012-11-30T19:03:39.890-07:00What a lovely oem! I can so relate. I am a collec...What a lovely oem! I can so relate. I am a collector of ticket stubs, souvenirs and so many mementos. I know I need to weed but it is so difficult. <br />I hope your move goes smoothly and that your first Christmas there will be special.Beverley Bairdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12973073253078139054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-47873591685488067192012-11-30T18:38:47.669-07:002012-11-30T18:38:47.669-07:00You're right to let yourself feel those things...You're right to let yourself feel those things, even when they're painful! I hope the move goes very well.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12463332371535167975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-37998042190653287642012-11-30T17:57:47.004-07:002012-11-30T17:57:47.004-07:00Thanks Betsy-I will start with this poem, & se...Thanks Betsy-I will start with this poem, & see what happens. There is so little time right now, but soon!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-83825307366503593192012-11-30T17:56:53.130-07:002012-11-30T17:56:53.130-07:00It's been years of collecting Susan, so I just...It's been years of collecting Susan, so I just cannot save it all, but I certainly am saving some. Thank you for your advice.Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-46521724628365712972012-11-30T17:44:12.895-07:002012-11-30T17:44:12.895-07:00 I love how this poem formed. I am sure it was alm... I love how this poem formed. I am sure it was almost impossible with the flood of memories and tangible little moments you found in boxes and bows. I think the notebook to savor the lines that are flying is a great idea.Betsy Hubbardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10492340502962987362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-61141746237927654852012-11-30T12:53:24.455-07:002012-11-30T12:53:24.455-07:00I love this, Linda! Yes, more good times to come b...I love this, Linda! Yes, more good times to come but allow yourself to feel all the mixes of feelings from the huge life event.<br /><br />I have lost so many things I had saved, and regretted not saving still. I am trying to recapture them in words so I do not lose the memory. <br /><br />Good luck on the move.Susan Taylor Brownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06931432581676140096noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-31889659622157973012012-11-30T11:41:17.776-07:002012-11-30T11:41:17.776-07:00Thank you. I love the serendipity of you looking ...Thank you. I love the serendipity of you looking & me just finding the postcards. Lots of fun!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-4957136568200626532012-11-30T11:40:05.186-07:002012-11-30T11:40:05.186-07:00Thanks Jama. I feel your support & love every...Thanks Jama. I feel your support & love every bit!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-25126420537586025422012-11-30T11:39:33.964-07:002012-11-30T11:39:33.964-07:00Thank you Renee, perhaps I should keep a book of a...Thank you Renee, perhaps I should keep a book of all these words flying up?Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-55181288300772888682012-11-30T11:38:59.967-07:002012-11-30T11:38:59.967-07:00Thank you Robyn, I appreciate the words! I though...Thank you Robyn, I appreciate the words! I thought I might research the quote since several have been asking. Apparently it is derived from an essay Williams wrote. Here is the link I found: http://www.poetryfoundation.org/learning/essay/237888 <br /><br />So after reading this, I am venturing that Williams meant that if a poem is thought to be complete, it works exactly like a machine, serving a purpose. <br /><br />This might be a good conversation on Poetry Friday?Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-49880958153610261052012-11-30T09:57:26.985-07:002012-11-30T09:57:26.985-07:00Hi, Linda. Isn't it amazing how so many of us ...Hi, Linda. Isn't it amazing how so many of us have been holding onto, letting go of, and wondering about memories and the past this week. Wishing you continued good luck with your move.Author Amokhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13636391982938592789noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-71312915114344328012012-11-30T09:10:02.476-07:002012-11-30T09:10:02.476-07:00An arduous task, memories flooding back -- so many...An arduous task, memories flooding back -- so many emotions as you go through all your things. For all the changes and the stresses they might bring, there is always a note of optimism in your poems and posts. Moving forward, welcoming the new challenges and adventures. Thanks for sharing this chapter in your life with us so candidly. :)jamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07859083373087448194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-59008207309838686862012-11-30T08:00:32.064-07:002012-11-30T08:00:32.064-07:00I neither blush nor deny my feelings,
but applaud ...I neither blush nor deny my feelings,<br />but applaud the sensibilities that guide me.<br /><br />Yes! I love these lines. Another beautiful vignette from your moment of big changes. Thank you, Linda!Renee LaTulippehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13520719663052253627noreply@blogger.com