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I only knew her for a short time and it was only through email correspondence and in discussion groups. She and I shared liberal views and had a number of discussions on various issues of public policy. I would like to extend my sincere condolences to... moreI only knew her for a short time and it was only through email correspondence and in discussion groups. She and I shared liberal views and had a number of discussions on various issues of public policy. I would like to extend my sincere condolences to the members of her family. less
Even though Richard is more known for his bad jokes, he penned this poem in honor of Barbara.
Guiding light
.
The stars pulse
with rhythm with my soul
the tides ebb and flow
with the roaring of my blood
I throw my life to the winds of fate
and watch... moreEven though Richard is more known for his bad jokes, he penned this poem in honor of Barbara.
Guiding light
.
The stars pulse
with rhythm with my soul
the tides ebb and flow
with the roaring of my blood
I throw my life to the winds of fate
and watch creation unfolding
hoping that I am strong enough
and praying that I am pure enough
to hold heaven in my heart
and love the whole world
opening my soul to the stars
and unlocking the universe inside
my spirit turns inside out
exploding like the sun
to finally set me free
as I travel the heavens
as a guiding light of love less