[Faith.Hope.Love]'s diary
"Maintaining a sense of humour even when times get tough, will smooth the stormiest seas even when they get rough!" ~ Artsieladie #Quotes
"From The Inside Out... Love"
We search for love using our eyes,
Instead of by using our heart,
And in so doing, we ultimately miss
The most important part...
Love.
We tend to love from the outside in,
Instead of the inside out,
Leaving us wondering what
True love is really all about.
Only one's heart can truly connect,
With another heart to united, reflect...
Love.
When we love from the inside out,
The love is then surreal
And nothing from external sources
Can undermine or repeal...
Love.
Written by Artsieladie, aka Sharon Donnelly ©2013-12-07 19:22:00 (EST)
Inspirational credit: Thank you and bless you, Naomi. :) <3
#Poetry "Seeds Of Love"
Sow the Seeds Of Love in your life's garden,
And you will not be needing to beg for a pardon.
Sow the seeds of malice, harm, and discontent,
And you'll reap a garden full of bitterness and lament.
In your garden of life, when Seeds Of Love you sow,
Beautiful blooms in likeness shall then only grow.
When you hoe your garden, cultivate with care,
Nourish it with kindness, invite others in to share.
All gardens need light, delivered via smiles,
Shining from the hearts of many different styles.
But gardens also need a little bit of rain,
Remember tears can't drop without a little pain.
As you grow your garden, a beautiful affair,
Its sweet aroma shall fill, permeate the air.
While smothering weeds of hatred, hence, thereof,
As the atmosphere is bathed in the fragrance labeled love.
Sow the Seeds Of Love, tend to them with care,
And you'll reap the same in abundance of which then you can share.
Written by Artsieladie, aka Sharon Donnelly ©2013-12-08 00:40:00 (EST)
Inspirational credit: Adam... :) <3
"Two Wolves ~Cherokee Legend~ "
An old Cherokee is teaching his grandson about life. “A fight is going on inside me,” he said to the boy...
“It is a terrible fight and it is between two wolves. One is evil ~ he is anger, envy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self~pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego.” He continued, “The other is good ~ he is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion, and faith. The same fight is going on inside you ~ and inside every other person, too...”
The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather, “Which wolf will win..?”
The old Cherokee simply replied, “The one you feed...”
#GoodVersusEvi
Right. It is the part we CHOOSE to feed that ultimately is or becomes who we ARE. The CHOICE IS OURS, individually. We are not given, therefore, we're not meant to have control or dominion over others, but we are given dominion over ourselves and WHO we CHOOSE to BE! ♥
"Nelson Mandela"
Humble and gracious,
Yet, determined and tenacious,
Selfless and giving,
His legacy still living
In the minds and hearts
Of generations ahead
Nelson Mandela lives on,
Shall never be dead.
The epitome of strength,
With courage, endurance,
Never lost hope or sight of,
Steadfast perseverance.
A man of principle,
A man of conviction,
A man of values,
And no contradiction.
Nelson Mandela, a true great,
Who walked the words he did state.
But with each step, a footprint, profound,
He made a positive difference, the world around.
Written by Artsieladie, aka Sharon Donnelly ©2013-12-05
Such an extraordinary man who stood so strong against all odds, never lost sight of his mission, his goal, his dream of and for The People. Such a truly, truly phenomenal inspiration he was and hopefully his life and legacy will live on to continually inspire others to be more like him. He not only talked the talk, and then walked the walk, but with every step he took, he made it count and for the betterment of mankind all over the world.
He was asked when he was released from prison if he hated those who had held him captive and to which he replied: "If I hate them then I still allow them to hold me captive." He believed in reconciliation and not holding onto grudges, resentment, and hatred.
We need more just like him in our world. He believed in hope and in "The People" and he was a true servant, a true patriot, and a truly dedicated person FOR The People. Whereas in comparison, political leaders of today only believe in themselves, serve themselves, and money.
Another GREAT has been welcomed home and so the world loses another person who was about making it a better world for ALL and sadly, there aren't more greats rising like him. Today is a very, very sad day. :'(
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| With this beautiful image shared on Facebook: "A friend is one that knows you as you are, understands where you have been, accepts what you have become, and still, gently allows you to grow." ~ William Shakespeare "Loving someone deeply, regardless of what type of relationship it is, is loving someone "as they are", complete with whatever imperfections they harbour, because another's imperfections play a role in another's "perfectness", since we all have imperfections. |
| Do I KNOW this!!! I guess this is why many people never give all of themselves and/or the very deepest part inside themselves they hide and guard with all they have/can. But the same can't expect to receive all that's possible either. It's definitely risky, but one can only hope to receive that which they are willing to give. |
"One can only be hurt as deep as one is willing to love." ~ Artsieladie #Quotes
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#Poetry #BeThankful!
Happy Thanksgiving EVERYONE!
| Today is Thanksgiving all across America. "To"day we give thanks and show kindness towards others. But.. I must ask, why can't we give thanks EVERY day? Show kindness towards others EVERY day? Why must we only delegate "just one day"? Aren't we thank- ful the rest of the year? If we can show thankfulness, kindness, and love on "one" day, can't we do likewise on ALL the rest of the days? "Thankful"I am so thankful for, oh, so many things... All the many blessings and what each blessing brings. My life is thus enriched in ways I cannot count, Nor can money buy, no matter the amount. First I must exclaim, the blessing of my Mother, In every way my hero, not like any other. For my daughter, God entrusted me with her, My love is unmeasurable, nothing can deter. All my family, whether blood or not, Love is that which binds, not to be forgot. All my many friends, each one a blessed treasure, All so very special in ways I cannot measure. There's just so many things, indeed I'm thankful for, It would take a book to say, still there would be more. All the bumps and bruises, the mountains I have faced, The pain I have endured, the bitterness I did taste, But the lessons learned, though tough and hard to bear, Are the badges of my character, I can proudly wear. The stormy seas, the blackened skies, the rain so cold and wet, Has taught me to appreciate sunshine, never to forget, That when things are at their darkest, a rainbow's just ahead, And I mustn't give up nor give in to any dread. I'm thankful for all those who have sacrificed and gave, The ultimate price, my freedoms they did save. So I'm thankful too, for the fact we have choices, And so, we must respect and wisely use our voices. We must not take for granted our rights written, said, Nor forget all the blood and given for them, shed. My thanks wouldn't, couldn't, be complete without saying Grace, I humbly give thanks to God, as I bow my lowly face, For all His many gifts and blessings; patience, love, and more, May His light guide me home to thy heavenly shore. ♥ |
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“A man who denies the desire of his heart,
Is a man who from his own happiness, shall depart.”
“There is no shame in the giving of love. There can only be shame in the receiving should the receiver choose to use and abuse the love given.”
~ Quotes-By-Artsieladie
#Poetry
"Please, Walk In My Shoes!"
Here's my shoes, please, try them on for size,
Since they seem to you so pleasant in your eyes.
Please now walk a bit, feel them fit so tight,
Tell me, are they wearing well and as right?
Now that you are wearing them, you cannot them remove.
Are they starting to hurt? Do you still approve?
Oh, what's that, you're beginning to distress?
Worry not my judge, for the pain will not digress.
Instead, the painful anguish will increase as you go along,
And the tune you've been singing will become a different song.
Please do, please enjoy their fitting,
Remember though you can't consider quitting,
Because there is no escape, you must endure,
Even though you'll reach a point you can take no more.
So, those who judge me? Please, take my dare!
Walk in my shoes and see how well YOU fare!
Please, Walk In My Shoes! Please be my guest!
You'll soon be making this very same request!
Written by Artsieladie, aka Sharon Donnelly ©2013-11-27 12:59:00 (EST)
“When we face a problem, we can find and choose a solution. When we turn our backs on a problem, the solution will choose to find us and usually NOT to our liking.” ~ Quotes-By-Artsieladie
"Guilt And Grudges"
Guilt is a burdensome thing. Grudges are the same.
Holding the hosts hostage, deceitfully laying claim.
These burdens grow heavier with the onward passing of time,
Pulling hosts deeper into an abyss, harder out of to climb.
Guilt holds one captive, imprisons and blackens the soul,
As darkness consumes the light from the host it has stole.
Grudges are emotional tumors, when rooted, inwardly grow,
Robbing the heart of forgiveness as resentment they will sow.
Guilt and grudges, each other they staunchly support,
The longer they live, the stronger they are, and much harder to abort.
Written by Artsieladie, aka Sharon Donnelly ©2013-11-26 18:08:00 (EST)
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| Indeed and true! Never 'misuse' the One who likes you... - who believes in you, who is accepting of you in spite of yourself and whatever negatives you harbour. Never say 'busy' to the One who needs you... - who would gladly help you if and when you needed the One and even after you turned your back on the One. Never 'cheat' the One who really trusts you... - who has given you chances to gain back the trust you broke, who has forgiven you for your mistakes especially time and time and time again and who is still willing to forgive you even more, who is still willing to give you another chance to gain back the trust you've so desecrated countless times. Never 'forget' the One... - Because when others have forgotten you and have abandoned you, the One will still be there for you, to sup- port you, to love you, and even though you have not been there for the One. |
| I'm sorry but putting up MY work while MY work is being denied to me??? It's a damn low blow. It's a dirty mean stunt! Oh but wasn't "I" accused of being the troublemaker? the drama queen? Well, WHO now is trying to instigate trouble? WHO is trying to stir up shit? It certainly isn't I! I didn't post my poem! Oh but I should just get over it all, right? The heartlessness of some people is despicable! Elftown has become nothing more than a home for a damn snake pit, a "human snake pit", the worst kind! So, well, HERE'S SOME TRUTH! ~~~> Badge-n-Heart-From-Hedda <~~~ Try denying THIS evidence! WHO is THE LIAR? Tell me NOW WHO put the additional, little, red heart in my badge slot on 2009-02-15 AND WHO removed it when he banned me on 2009-04-08!!! The evidence speaks the TRUTH! It was NOT I and it was NOT SilverFire! Then we wonder why we have so many problems in the world that can't be settled without some damn war. It's because some people can't stand up and tell the truth. When they're caught red-handed, they think the thing to do is lie their way out. If everyone would just tell the bloody truth, there wouldn't have even been THIS bloody mess! But blame me using lies! So commendable! It's really so amazing that when people can use something against you and throw digs, they gladly like then to run their lips. Oh but, then when you provide proof and evidence that gives them nothing to fire back at you with, then they suddenly have nothing to say! Truth trumps "trumped up" lies!  |
"A Little Red Heart"
| Yes, the Mayor did, to my badge box, add A little, red heart that made me very glad. On the day after Valentine's, such a special touch, It made me very happy. To me, it meant so much. But when it came time for him to admit, declare, He chickened out, I guess he didn't dare. For if he did say he had done the deed, Others would have then felt a likened need To turn on him, just like they did with me. So it became a secret, a secret that must be Kept from all and hidden very well, Not to be mentioned nor to ever tell. When I thought that leaving would truly be the best, Because of all the cruel mockery towards me and the jest, This angered him. He became curt, Decided to get even with me for his own hurt, And so he removed the little, red heart Knowing that my own, it would tear apart. What's so really sad about this incident, Is in its intention, what it truly meant, For the person who gave it was too afraid to say, That and why he did, so near Valentine's Day. And so the recipient, me, myself, and I, Can only think of it now and just, sadly cry. Not because of the little heart I lost, But because of its repercussive cost, Leaving me to wonder what could have been, If only he had had the courage to say so then. For what he didn't know, and now likely never will, Is how much he meant to me, and even does so still. |
By Artsieladie, aka Sharon Donnelly ©2013-08-25
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Unity
One lash is
intertwined with
another.
When one
falls,
the other follows.
Written by [Akayume]
How to submit a poem
Date: 2013-11-25 20:24:14
Poem #: 1705
Mod: wicked fae mage
2013-11-25 21:22:31
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Written about Monday 2013-11-25
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#Poetry
Since when is a poem or anything else featured, even acknowledged, that's by a banned member?
Just how cruel can people be?
"The Beauty Within"
| Was on: http://elftown Now at: http://elftown Oh, great King, Aikanáro be thy name, Have seen your mighty strength, been singed by your flame. With an air of arrogance, a mountain full of pride, A thicket of projections methodically applied; High upon a pedestal, although up there alone, You present yourself to which no one can atone. But, you cannot hide what's deep within, concealed, In spite intentions driven, for magic has revealed A warm heart beating, romantically inclined, Kind, gentle, yet strong, with an independent mind. Only one that cares enough to pursue beyond your cover, Will appreciate the soul within, be pleased to discover, The elements of a rogue are just a masterful disguise, But for a true believer, the reflections in your eyes Speak in silence clearly to tell a different tale, For a rose lies in waiting, its beauty to unveil. When the day has come, in the mirror you do see, The greatest power within you has yet to be set free, It is then you will be granted, a power unsurpassed, And the darkness in your heart shall be out forever cast. |
Written by [Artsieladie], aka Sharon Donnelly ©2011-01-11 02:20:47
In case anyone is interested, THIS poem was written about how I perceived [Hedda].
If anyone has a problem with this? Tough cookies! Kiss my American ass!
| I wrote this poem, inspired by the very same person who delights in causing me nothing but heartache now, apparently and in accordance with his actions. But still, I offer to this person forgiveness and understanding and yes, even love. However, all the offering in the world cannot penetrate a heart that's hard- ened and surrounded by a wall of resentment built on his own insecurity and lack of faith in himself and who listens to the concepts of others rather than listening to and following his own heart, the heart I still see in spite of and even through the pain he causes me. |
"There is no shame in the giving of love. There can only be shame in the receiver should the receiver choose to use and abuse the love given." ~ Artsieladie #Quotes
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"Unreturned Love"
| Although my love is real, deep, and very true, I cannot seem to break down your wall to reach you. Still reeling from the pain of a previous love gone bad, The entrance to your heart is closed, leaving me so very sad. This ache in my heart cuts just like a knife, As I watch you struggle through your own strife. Since you cannot strike against the cause of your grief, Instead, I've become the one being used for your relief. I'd gladly wipe away all your pain and your sorrow, In hopes we could then be free to love through each tomorrow. But here I am standing on the outside looking in, Trying to make sense of a loss that should've been a win. To describe how I feel, there are no words to say, And would it really matter if I said them anyway? I know you cannot see the pain you're causing me. Your own inner turmoil holds you captive in pure agony. So I'm left helpless to watch in dismay, As you fight the demons day after day. Love can only live in a heart that receives, When given by a heart that in love, believes. |
<i>Written by Artsieladie, aka Sharon Donnelly ©2013-11-24 </i>
<i>I wrote this for a very close personal friend who is feeling/going through this right now. There isn't much worse to have to endure emotionally than </i>
<i>falling in love with someone who, because of issues they're battling within themselves, don't return the love, and even worse, will ultimately use the </i>
<i>person in love with them as their personal "grief release". :'(
