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Larry C

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since 2001-09-10

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United States

0 posted 2009-03-13 01:11 AM

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By Larry Chadwick
Remembering Ginger

I planted the seeds
that now bloom
with memories
that we nurtured
way
back
when.

When
you were
little
and I
was young.

Back when
we read of
Winnie the Pooh,
often.

Now I
reap
the reward
of what I didn’t know
then.

How delightful
that
Winnie the Pooh
sits
in the corner
and reminds me
of you.

I liked
being
your
dad.

March 12, 2009

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 (03-13-2009 09:14 AM).]

Mysteria

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since 2001-03-07

Posts 18328
British Columbia, Canada

1 posted 2009-03-13 01:55 AM

How funny it is that all these wonderful little things are so important to us and jog our memories. Beautiful memory Larry.

Alison

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since 2008-01-27

Posts 9318
Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy!

2 posted 2009-03-13 01:56 AM

Larry,

I do so like this. Ginger must have been pretty special to inspire you with this poem.

Thank you for sharing.

Alison

SEA

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Member Seraphic

since 2000-01-18

Posts 22676
with you

3 posted 2009-03-13 09:31 AM

Larry

you make me miss my Daddy so much

passing shadows
Member Empyrean

since 1999-08-26

Posts 45577
displaced

4 posted 2009-03-13 11:11 AM

I am holding half an acre...
torn from the map of
the hundred acre wood

Pilgrimage
Member Elite

since 2001-12-04

Posts 3945
Texas, USA

5 posted 2009-03-13 11:27 AM

This one started out simply, and quietly, and I'm at the office and I'm trying not to cry.

Nan (Pilgrim variety)

serenity blaze
Member Empyrean

since 2000-02-02

Posts 27738

6 posted 2009-03-13 05:48 PM

oh Lar...

through tears

I LIKED my Dad too, and I always felt like he liked me too.

You are somethin' special yanno. Love you darlin'--

LindsayP
Member Elite

since 2007-07-28

Posts 3410
Australia, Victoria

7 posted 2009-03-13 09:15 PM

That is one cute poem Larry, it brought back memories of me when I was a little boy sitting in the corner reading 'Winnie the Pooh'. Thanks Larry.

Lindsay

WTBAKELAR

Senior Member

since 2008-09-09

Posts 1089
Utah, USA

8 posted 2009-03-13 09:20 PM

Having a very young son, and in my 50's I so worry that I may not be here to see him become the man I wish him to be.

I liked your poem in a very sad and knowing way.

Well written WT.

Bill Charles
Member Patricius

since 2000-07-11

Posts 10619
highways, & byways, for now

9 posted 2009-03-13 09:29 PM

Larry - this is very touching, liked it a lot...

BC

Larry C

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since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

10 posted 2009-03-14 12:23 PM

Dear Sharon,
It is indeed very pleasant. It does put a smile on your face. Thanks.

Dear Alison,
Well not that I'm biased but she brings back many fond memories. Thanks.

Ah Susan,
It is a challenge to live only with our memories. I find it precious to know that you were a daddy's girl.

Dear Dixie,
But we are not empty handed.

Dear Nan,
Sorry about that! I just shared this with Nancy and she burst into tears. What kind of talent is that?

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

Larry C

Member Patricius

since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

11 posted 2009-03-14 12:27 PM

Dearest Karen,
Dads. Guess we wouldn't exist without them! It's a nice bonus that they like us too. And thank you sweet lady.

Lindsay,
Thanks. It is pleasant to recall.

WT,
Thank you. This is about my daughter who died at 28 almost seven years ago. It's a fond memory for me but sad that we can't make anymore memories.

Hey Bill,
Thank you kind sir. It's always a pleasure to be read by you.

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

BluesSerenade
Member Patricius

since 2001-10-23

Posts 10549
By the Seaside

12 posted 2009-03-14 01:09 AM

Just hugs, Larry! The heart tends to the deep rooted love that blooms and grows forever.

Ya made my eyes water, and you made me smile.

Earth Angel
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since 2002-08-27

Posts 40215
Realms of Light

13 posted 2009-03-14 01:17 AM

"I planted the seeds
that now bloom
with memories"

~ indeed, you did.

Both you and Ginger were blessed to have the other for the precious years you were able to share together. Not only did you have a daughter to be proud of ~ she had a father to be proud of as well. God bless you both.

Love & Eternal Light,
Linda

suthern

Member Seraphic

since 1999-07-29

Posts 20723
Louisiana

14 posted 2009-03-14 10:48 PM

Heart hugs to you, my friend. Those last words are heartbreaking and uplifting at the same time... she was as lucky to have you for a dad as you were to have her as a daughter.

{{{{{HUGS}}}}}

Larry C

Member Patricius

since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

15 posted 2009-03-15 02:42 AM

Dear Bluesie,
What a kind friend you are. I do miss being able to talk. I pray all is well and thank you.

Dear linda,
Thank you for such generous words.

Ruthie,
Well now that's a feeling I know quite well. Bless you and hugs back.

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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