My heart does not belong to thee
It lives, yet now is earthly free.
Oh Vine that stood within all to be,
I found your tender roots in me.
How such divine could find me at last
I pulled the ends of my life through my past.
Can it be that this beauty at dawn
Had never left me, nor withdrawn…
That I instead had turned away,
For fear that Love had seen my decay.
Oh Godly might that comes in the night
We are certain, most dearly lifted to Light.
There is my Heart as it clings to Day’s Vine
Such Holy, oh whispered Love, may it ever be mine.
by Linda Willows
Photograph with gratitude to the talent of Robert Nozza
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The aim of The BELOVED is to awaken Christian Unity, embolden Fellowship and inspire Hope. "Our hearts are confident because of God’s Love, encouraged by the joy of His Loving Presence, gathered together by the enduring power of His Spirit."
Linda's journey includes writing, prayer, and daily devotion, "surely, I know less and less as my heart empties to the majesty of Seeing Jesus Christ".
With a love for people expanded by extensive travels to more than 20 countries and work in regions of crises, she expresses a lifelong dedication to the Heart of what unites us - God's Love. Willows was the Founder and Director of a non-profit Humanitarian NGO with the United Nations. Currently she is devoted to community, writing projects and Christian outreach.
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The BELOVED 
Glad to see you back. Missed your wonderful posts.
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
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thank you, appreciate your comment, blessings!
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Loved It !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Linda –
So good to hear your voice, and feel your heart again. Sending Love, Light, and Prayers for you ….
Always,
Peter
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And here the proof that prayers are answered – when whispered soft against the night. I am grateful for your return, dearest Linda. As always, your words reach to the marrow and we are blessed. ~ All my love (as ever) ~ Bobbie
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So happy to see you back, Linda! I’ve also missed your beautiful writing…sending you welcome hugs!
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So lovely to feel you and your words again Linda. Healing hugs and much love to you. Xxx
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I whisper back, wonderful poem, and photo, an amazing duet. xx
(Passing by but just had to comment)
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How wonderful it is to see you back Linda! Your words are inspiring and the loving light you share in the world is appreciated and admired. Blessings, Gina
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Linda, Sweet words of yours are back to bring a smile, cast a tear and warm my heart. So very glad you are well and sharing your gift again. Love, Lesley
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