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RIP, Rob
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RIP, Rob |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana 
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Even when your steps slowed And cane evidenced constant pain You’d take the stage with a boyish grin And your voice would soar so sweetly I’d be smiling through tears And cheering through choked throat. Wrinkles were only illusions Because years disappeared And we were young again. With the twinkle in your Temptation Eyes You made fans feel like friends And the warmth that saturated each note Lasted long after concerts ended. Through all the ups and downs of my life I never needed to ask Where Were You When I Needed You? You were with me in song after song. You always honored our veterans And their sacrifices with Lets Live for Today - An anthem for those who survived, A poignant reminder of those who didn’t And thousands of voices sang along, believing. I hope you heard and felt the love When your beloved Nancy Played it as you breathed your last. I believe you are with Christian And free from the pain you’ve long endured But Heaven Knows, this world is emptier And you will be sorely missed. I can’t Wait A Million Years Or save the words for a Midnight Confession Here and now, with an aching heart, I tell all the world that I love you. Rob Grill (The Grass Roots) 11/30/43-7/11/11 |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
Beautiful tribute and one that I just know he sees and understands. ~ Employ teenagers while they know everything. ~ |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Oh yes, he's hearing this where he's at. I hope my brother is beside him.  |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
This is very beautiful and poignant! I don't know this artist, but you made me curious with your loving words. Will listen to some Youtube tunes. It's good to read you again! Love, Margherita |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
JerryPat2: Thank you so much for your kind response!  Sunshine: Can you imagine the beautiful music they're creating? *S* Thank you! Margherita: I think you'll enjoy the listening! *S* Thank you so very much! It's been a while and I wasn't sure anyone cared to read my scribbles anymore. I know this piece is all heart and no talent... I do greatly appreciate the three of you for responding. |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Yes, dear Ruth, I enjoyed the songs I listened to on youtube! And what are you saying about "no talent" here!! This is beautiful and you are a most talented writer and I am looking forward to your further offerings. The right time is now, you know! Love, Margherita |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Wonderful tribute, Suthern. And I fully agree with Margherita on the talent thing. Michael |
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Juju Member Elite
since 2003-12-29
Posts 3429In your dreams |
No, pip slowed down for a while. I wouldn't read in to lack of posts. A lot of us are just short on time as well. Juju -Juju |
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Alison
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Ruth, I seek out your poetry. Please don't be gone for so long. This is beautiful - as are you. Keep sharing and I'll keep reading. That's a promise. xoxoox Alison |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Ruth I, too, seek out your poetry when I can find it. It is always all heart and all talent. I have never heard of the singer, nor any of the songs except "Where Were You When I Needed You", but the tears rolled down my cheeks as I read this, so sensitive and beautiful is your poem. I have missed you and your poetry. Give my love and purr-meeows to Kate and Colin. Love and hugs Owl |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Lovely tribute, Ruth. Ida |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
The iconic artists who pass on, leave behind an incredible gift of giving us the soundtrack to our lives. A beautifully written tribute by a beautiful poet.  |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Margherita: I'm glad you enjoyed the music! *S* Thank you so much for the return visit and your very kind words! *S* Michael: There are few poets I respect as much as I do you... just to see your name here would be an honor... then you go and give me a grin that just won't stop... Thank you! *S* Juju: I was used to the weekends flying by... but even the workweeks rush by now! LOL Thank you for stopping by! Alison: You're one of the main reasons PIP is always in my thoughts even when I can't make it part of my life. Thank you so very much... and I promise... I'll try harder. *S* Owl: I've missed you, sweet lady! *S* Big hugs to you and Cleo and Benji from Kate and Colin and me! *S* Thank you so much for your kind words... they're greatly appreciated! Marchmadness: Thank you so very much!!! He was one of the good ones. *S* serenity: This past week, I've listened to his contributions to that soundtrack with sadness that he's gone... but also with gratitude that he'd left so many wonderful memories along with the music. *S* Thank you so much, my friend!! *S* |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Suthern gal, you had me with the first stanza and the rest didn't disappoint.....a beautiful piece of writing. I've missed you (and ole what's-his-name). |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Balladeer: Thank you so much, my friend. *S* I've missed you, too... and sure 'nuff miss that sweet prince of a man you love to malign! LOL |
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