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Larry C

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0 posted 2002-10-21 02:38 AM

That Path Eventually Traveled
By Larry Chadwick

There is comfort in my knowing,
That others have walked this way before.
And cared enough to plan for me,
A pathway well defined and more.

Had I blazed this trail alone,
I would rather I had died.
But just to know they cared,
Gave me strength down deep inside.

And now this trail of grief I’ve found,
Has taught me so much more.
They’ve been my inspiration,
To act like those who’ve gone before.

Improve the way so dark ahead,
Let them know where you have been.
Help them also understand,
That sorrow will likely come again.

Lonely still the path before you,
But traveled well you’ll know.
Enhance the trail as you linger,
That grace you’ve known will show.

October 20, 2002

If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

[This message has been edited by Larry C (10-21-2002 02:57 AM).]

Gentle Spirit
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1 posted 2002-10-21 06:15 AM

Wonderful and insightful write Larry and Congrads big guy on your 5000!! A wonderful acheivement.

If I have touched one heart through my words, then I have acheived my dream...

Sunshine

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Listening to every heart

2 posted 2002-10-21 06:59 AM

Something tells me there is more
to this path than meets the eye...
well done, Larry, and congratulations
on your milestone, one that has been
quite weary lately, but still, you
left behind notes that we, too,
would have strength to find our way...

Nan

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3 posted 2002-10-21 07:57 AM

To each there is a season... Very nicely done, Larry - Congratulations on your 5,000th...

Mistletoe Angel

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4 posted 2002-10-21 08:07 AM

(smiles) CONGRATULATIONS ON 5000, sweet friend, and I know with your golden heart lighting the way before you you will find that path ever stretching on and leading you to the most tangible brightest light of all! (big hugggsssss) God Bless You, sweet friend, this is magnificent, yay, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Larry, thank you for sharing!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

"Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..."

Shakira

Kethry
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5 posted 2002-10-21 08:33 AM

Larry,
it seems you have a way of leading us down the garden path and showing us treasures we otherwise would not have seen. Congratulations on the 5,000th, that's quite an achievement.
Keth

Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown

Seymour Tabin
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6 posted 2002-10-21 08:38 AM

Larry C,
Congratulations and a wonderful poem to boot. Enjoyed

Enchantress
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Canada eh.

7 posted 2002-10-21 08:55 AM

Beautiful poem to mark this milestone Larry!
Congratulations on your 5000th post!
~Smiles & Hugs~

~ Time has cast a spell on you
So you won't ever forget me ~

regards2you
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8 posted 2002-10-21 09:08 AM

Oh Larry, this is beautiful and wise and your 'grace' comes through it all.
This is wonderful. Thank you so much for giving back to us, all you've learned, and, then some.

Thank You,
Pat

..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons..
"Desiderata"

garysgirl

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9 posted 2002-10-21 10:08 AM

Hello, sweet Larry. This is such a beautiful poem, with all your wonderful traits showing through the words. Your compassion is really special, Larry. To me the fact that you have had 5000 posts helps prove that you care about others feelings.....enough to encourage them with your compassion, love, and wisdom, like you do. Thanks for being you, dear friend, and for sharing your feelings of your heart.
Love To All,
Ethel

Earth Angel
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10 posted 2002-10-21 11:22 AM

Congratulations Larry! This is a milestone of which you should be proud!--Your 5000th post! Impressive!

Not only do you have the soul of a poet, you ARE a poet!

This poem is very moving and worthy of marking this auspicious occasion.

~ May you travel the PIP path for years to come ~

Linda

Nightshade

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just out of reach

11 posted 2002-10-21 12:43 PM

Larry - congratulations on 5000 posts!!! This poem is wonderful and has a life's lesson in it's true words. hugs, Chris

Life is not measured by breaths you take, but by moments that take your breath away.

Madame Chipmunk
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12 posted 2002-10-21 04:30 PM

Congratulations on your 5000th post, Larry

the path of living, winds and wends
we cannot see beyond each bend
the future is not ours to know
be it happiness or woe

this path traversed by all who live
through love and loss, through take and give
a lonely trail of love's despair
where cries of mourning, fill the air

but hope shines rays of light through tears
soothing senses, calming fears
filling future years with grace
a road to love, this special place

~ angel hugs to you, Larry

Lyra

copyright2002 Lyra Nesius

"poetry is life distilled" Gwendolyn Brooks

Janet Marie
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13 posted 2002-10-21 05:45 PM

There is comfort in my knowing,
That others have walked this way before.
And cared enough to plan for me,
A pathway well defined and more.

Had I blazed this trail alone,
I would rather I had died.
But just to know they cared,
Gave me strength down deep inside.

And now this trail of grief I've found,
Has taught me so much more.
They've been my inspiration,
To act like those who've gone before.

========================================

You will already know what those verses mean to me and that they touch me in places deep....I know the distance that must be traveled before arriving upon this path...and while I wish you didnt have to learn this lesson of the heart...I also know the peace that comes from realizing we never walk alone when we follow the traces left behind.
Youve penned a heart-light and a most appropriate poem to mark both a poetic and personal milestone.
heart-hugs to you Larry...thank you for all that you've taught and shared with us here.

Unknown to us, there are moments when crevices open for time to come alive with begining.

John O'Donohue
Conamara Blues

Auguste

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By the sea

14 posted 2002-10-21 06:18 PM

Larry, congratulations on your 5000th post. We can never precisely know the path, but we can leave small treasures of ourselves along it as we travel...just as you have done.

The stars will shine when I am gone,
the earth will turn on as before,
the gulls, still race along the shore,
the morning star, still kiss the dawn

Larry C

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United States

15 posted 2002-10-22 01:01 AM

Donna,
Thanks for being there.

Karilea,
You have given me so much strength. Thank you.

Nan,
Thank you always for being so kind.

Noah,
And God bless you too dear friend. Thank you so much.

Keth,
Aww...such kind words. Thank you for your friendship.

If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

Larry C

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16 posted 2002-10-22 01:07 AM

Sy,
Thanks for being a part of my life. And thank you for reading and responding.

Nancy Lee,
Thanks so much for all you've done for me.

Pat,
Such kind words. Thank you for your tenderness.

Ethel,
You seem to be describing yourself. Thank you for you kindnesses.

Linda,
Wow. Glad I was sitting down for that one.

Thank you.

If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

Larry C

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17 posted 2002-10-22 01:12 AM

Chris,
Thank you for your support. Peace.

Lyra,
====================
but hope shines rays of light through tears
soothing senses, calming fears
filling future years with grace
a road to love, this special place
====================
Without hope it is for naught. Thank you so much for such gentle understanding. Peace to you dear girl.

JM,
You are so sensitive and giving. Bless you for all you mean to me. Thank you so much.

Michael,
It seems that is so. Thank you sir and courage and peace to you.

If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

JamesMichael
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18 posted 2002-10-22 05:41 AM

Beautiful picture and writing...congratulations on 5000 Larry...James

Larry C

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19 posted 2002-10-23 12:11 PM

James,
Thank you so very much. Glad you enjoyed.

If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

Paul Wilson

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20 posted 2002-10-23 11:28 PM

Larry... A very touching poem.
I'm so glad you didn't have to travel this path alone...Paul

Had I blazed this trail alone,
I would rather I had died.
But just to know they cared,
Gave me strength down deep inside.

Beautiful.

BluesSerenade
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since 2001-10-23

Posts 10549
By the Seaside

21 posted 2002-10-23 11:50 PM

There is comfort in my knowing,

that says it all dear Man~

even for those who walk the path alone...

Each one of your poems is a milestone in my book~
and I look forward to 5000 more.

FuzzyFrazzledFraggle
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22 posted 2002-10-24 12:02 PM

full of hope and now I don't feel so alone..and congrats on 5000

Consider yourself fuzzed

Larry C

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23 posted 2002-10-24 01:46 AM

Paul,
Me too! And thank you for such kind words.

Lori,
Better friends than you don't exist. Thank you dear lady.

fuzzy,
Very sweet of you. And thank you so much.

If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

Cpat Hair

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24 posted 2002-10-24 08:48 AM

Darrn... now I need to say something nice about you cause I enjoyed the poem..( knowing I am holding back cause I enjoy all his poems...but am not about to tell him that)

Good stuff Larry....

Larry C

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25 posted 2002-10-25 12:18 PM

Cpat,
The man whose humor and wit can match the best, gone soft. I do indeed appreciate that side of you too. Thanks.

If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

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