The Rose Beyond the Wall
Near a shady wall a rose once grew,
Budded and blossomed in God's free light,
Watered and fed by the morning dew,
Shedding it's sweetness day and night.
As it grew and blossomed fair and tall,
Slowly rising to loftier height,
It came to a crevice in the wall
Through which there shone a beam of light.
Onward it crept with added strength
With never a thought of fear or pride,
It followed the light through the crevice's length
And unfolded itself on the other side.
The light, the dew, the broadening view
Were found the same as they were before,
And it lost itself in beauties new,
Breathing it's fragrance more and more.
Shall claim of death cause us to grieve
And make our courage faint and fall?
Nay! Let us faith and hope receive--
The rose still grows beyond the wall,
Scattering fragrance far and wide
Just as it did in days of yore,
Just as it did on the other side,
Just as it will forevermore.
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THE PHILOSOPHERS HAVE ONLY INTERPRETED THE WORLD IN VARIOUS WAYS - THE POINT HOWEVER IS TO CHANGE IT
Hey Vernon I would love it if you could read the following outloud tomorrow. I'm sorry it took so long to do this. Was very difficult.:
Barbara/Tiggy. I miss you. Very simple. You were one of the best people I have ever known. You were the first to show me that I wasn't completely alone in my problems nor in my outlook on life. Tiggy I miss you horribly and I cry every day without you. But I can promise that no matter what, I will never forget the wonderful thing's you've done for me. I will try my best to live happily and pass on your message to stay cheerful in the face of all problems no matter how big or small.
To those of you like me left behind. She loved you. Don't be sad, My Tiggy would never want anyone to be sad because of her. Be happy, she lived! She taught us many things and has been an enormous help to tons of people. Those of us online in the world of DT are here if you need us. We loved her. So remember, its not that she died; but that she lived we should all remember.
Lots of Love Tiggy I hope you can hear this
Rachie
Thanks you super huge amounts Vernon. You're welcome here anytime and feel free to contact me about anything. You've been amazing in helping those of us who loved tiggy and we really appreciate it.
Lots of Love to All
Rachie
http://www.thecnj.com/islington/2008/111408/inews1114
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this is an article about tiger's death. Its quite sad so don't read it if it will upset you. But it is confirmation in the news anyway.
Veran, is there a place for us U.S. friends to send a card or something? I am so sorry I will miss her funeral. I miss Barbara so very much!!! Please know you have all my love, sympathy and prayers. My heart truly breaks for you all.
Deepest Regards,
Carolyn
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I am so thankful for the family, friends, dear people in my life!
