Thanks to all of you who have written such kind words of encouragement. I forgot why I write and you friendship has reminded me. God bless you all.

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I was sinking ever slowly down, into the black abyss.

Hanging on a slender thread,the dark inviting bliss.

Wondering if someone would notice, my abscence from this place.

A calmness overtook me in this cold celestial space.

I heard a voice from far away, a soft and gentle call.

A sound  to heal my broken heart, and save me from the fall.

The voice became a chorus, of friends both far and near.

Reminding me of joys forgotten, the reasons I am here.

For you my friends, my heart still beats,my words have found new life

Your kindness and your wisdom,Give me strength in times of strife.

I’m grateful for your friendship, In my darkness you were the sun.

So you are the reason I shout this out. MY FRIENDS I AM NOT DONE!

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  • F J McCarthy on Jul 12, 2009

    This is my way of saying thankyou to all of you who would not let me quit. Thank you, F J McCarthy

  • DA Cournean on Jul 12, 2009

    Bravo! I am so glad you have had a change of heart..God bless you!

  • AngelicWings "Dee" on Jul 12, 2009

    Yea!! So happy you are going to continue with your poetry!!! May God continue to Bless you allways and forever!!

  • lindalulu on Jul 12, 2009

    I am so glad you decided to stay. Write for you my friend and you will see how much better you feel. Welcome back!!!

  • Joie Schmidt on Jul 12, 2009

    This is a lovely and strong statement. When you love something, it keeps you alive and full of hope and passion. Keep your writing dreams in your heart always!

    Blessings.

    Sincerely,

    -Liane Schmidt.

  • Katie Marie on Jul 12, 2009

    Yeah!! Was so glad to see this.

  • Scout on Jul 12, 2009

    FJ,I\’m so happy that you are still writing and not going to quit.Sometimes this happens and in an environment like this, Friends and mentors are very important.
    The piece you wrote was indeed very moving and from the heart.
    You have a gift and never loose sight of that, places like this come and go, but what is in your heart will always be there and your gift will be part of your legacy, for those who follow.Wheather it be a comfort or inspiration to them.
    Take care and thanks for sharing these precious thoughts
    Regards Scout……

  • Chris Stonecipher on Jul 12, 2009

    I am glad your still writing. I enjoy reading your works

  • Paul Roberts on Jul 12, 2009

    Your words have always been a sense of enjoyment to me as well as motivation. Keep it up, friend, fan, smile

  • LOVELYHONEY on Jul 12, 2009

    thanks for not quitting

    the world needs more of u yet

    that i am betting

  • stryka66 on Jul 12, 2009

    I’m delighted you’ve found strength, coming through friends, to take you through your tough time and to help you carry on – best wishes from here in the UK – ALEC

  • Juancav on Jul 12, 2009

    Welcome back, cheer our souls keeping up the great poems.

  • hollynoel001 on Jul 13, 2009

    awesome!!! thank you see you just needed a break talking to your friends about your feelings and getting their responses is sometimes what a person needs to bring them back to the light thanks for sticking around and giving it anther shot you eally are talented

  • irishpen on Jul 13, 2009

    .Pull up a chair and stay a while..this is lovely!!

  • cafftee on Jul 13, 2009

    Good poem and very good news too!

  • kate smedley on Jul 13, 2009

    I’m glad you didn’t stay away, hugs FJ

  • Isha on Jul 13, 2009

    Welcome back FJ. And thank you for the poem.

  • TimTim on Jul 13, 2009

    That’s beautiful awesome poem

  • Daisy Peasblossom on Jul 13, 2009

    I\’d not read your work. I will give it a look. Never stop writing.

  • theresacall on Jul 13, 2009

    good work again on your making it into the hot content list

  • ashan1614 on Jul 13, 2009

    I stopped writing for a long time because I didn’t have a support base. I think I’ve finally found one here on Triond, and from a very dear friend who encouraged me to go public with my poetry. Your story (your poem) is an encouragement to anyone who every thought about giving up.

  • Deep Blue on Jul 13, 2009

    That’s the spirit. How could ‘The Sea’ live long than the writer could stand. Don’t tell me you’re sinking in your masterpiece(because you made such a deep haiku ‘lol). We are happy as always, I’m not a good writer but I could be a good friend.I knew you have lots of fans here at Triond me included.

  • WriteEditSeek on Jul 13, 2009

    A very inspiring and hopeful message for all of us writers. Thank you.

  • Lauren Axelrod on Jul 14, 2009

    Another reason why Triond is a wonderful place to write. The friends you meet here are amazing and so supportive.

  • nobert soloria bermosa on Jul 14, 2009

    keep writing my friend

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