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A giant Step
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A giant Step |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania 
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A Giant Step To my daughter upon deciding to have brain surgery to relieve the symptoms of Parkinson’s It’s a giant step I’m taking to relieve a heavy load It’s a little step toward freedom as I stumble down the road it’s a chance to re-establish little tasks a woman does it’s a ticket for a journey back to life the way it was If this allows me time to live the things I’ve not yet lived and give without exemption everything I have to give if I shall be remembered through a grandson’s youthful eyes for all that I’ve accomplished and not for my demise If I be judged not merely for doing what I can but rather just for being the person thst I am then I will have accomplished what I’ve tried so hard to do I will have lessoned fears and doubts that dwell inside of you I will have strengthened your resolve, diminished your regret created special memories thet you never will forget then as the storms of life approach that never seem to cease I will sit by winter windows in profound and silent peace Elizabeth Santos [This message has been edited by Elizabeth Santos (11-07-2010 09:30 AM).] |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
beautifully said ma'am..and I am happy to hear you are doing well. You and your family stay in my thoughts. good to see your post! |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Diminish your tears indeed - You sent them all to me! Wise words, Liz..  |
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Earl Brinkman Senior Member
since 2010-03-03
Posts 1183Osaka, Japan |
I learned about your surgery from Nan, from the posting board. I hope that your giant step forward is successful and that you continue to submit poems for us. God bless. |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
I wish you all the best and the strength to endure the trial...... One thing is for sure, the world is a nice place with you in it! Take care Eric |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
So glad to hear you are doing well, Elizabeth. May your courage and fortitude be rewarded. Ida |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
Yes, beautifully said, Liz. Best wishes for your recovery. Helen |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
As lovely written as you are, Liz~~ These are words to live by.  and best wishes always,M |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
The courage it takes to go through a process such as this is all wrapped up in one name - Lady Santos. I'm so very proud of you and as you recover, you will find much more to be thankful for! Much love, my dear. Sunshine |
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Denise
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Beautifully expressed, Elizabeth! I am sooooo happy for you and your family! |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Dearest Liz...the person that you are, is and always will be part of a very special place in this world and in my heart. |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Thank you dear friends for yiour well wishes. To hear you say you are proud of me makes me feel proud, It was an unpleasant prceedure which is reaping great benefitrts. I am walking almost normally now.I was experiencing a tremor in my right hand and foor - rather severe, and the doctor turned up the monitor one notch and said -is that better? The tremor had completely stopped. Denise, i tried to call you from the good shephard rehab cemnter but must hsve hsd the wrong number excuese my typing liz |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
The queen is alive....long live the queen!  Perfect, as always, Liz!  |
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Prasad Nataraj Senior Member
since 2008-05-29
Posts 1149Bangalore,India |
Fine writing this and glad to know alls well. "Hardwork pays in the long run" |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
Liz, please know my thoughts and prayers are with you...your a brave and beautiful woman, and this you will also conquer...love you lady... Liz, please keep us posted on your progress...this is wonderful news...stay tough and persever... |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
It’s a giant step I’m taking to relieve a heavy load It’s a little step toward freedom as I stumble down the road it’s a chance to re-establish little tasks a woman does it’s a ticket for a journey back to life the way it was ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ That verse speaks to me in such a beautiful way. I am so happy for you and this giant step in your life. May you continue to improve and live your dreams. I wish you the very best. |
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Andrew Scott Member Elite
since 1999-06-24
Posts 2558Redlands,CA,USA |
 So glad to hear of your success with the procedure. This was a very beautiful poem. Keep the faith. Peace."We'll chase them like rats across the tundra." |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
"The person who I am". The best thing anyone should be remembered for. I will remember your strenght, courage and foresight. A wonderful mentor to your family and all your friends her at PIP. jo |
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