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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State 
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The Wreath Some greenery with a big red bow, Your only gift this year. I fasten it to the hard ground And brush a wayward tear. I can't but think of other times When there was Christmas joy As I carefully selected Some toys for my boy. And then as you grew older, Son, You were so very tall. I bought your shirts with longer sleeves, But you outgrew them all. No shop in town for Big and Tall, I had to send away To have a perfect fit for you To open Christmas Day. But you were not the sort of lad To ask for lots of stuff. Laying your wreath, I hear you say, "Don't cry, Mom.It's enough." By: Joyce 12/16/03 |
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skyshine
since 2002-02-07
Posts 3058Beneath the northern stars |
That's so sad, Joyce--your son will always love and remember you wherever he is. A beautiful Christmas tribute.  ~sky Dreams last for so long, even after you're gone... |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
JoyceMyFriend~ This is a true misty-eyed read~ All my prayerful thoughts with you at this time of remember~ *Huglets*  ~*Marge*~ ~*When the heart grieves over what it has lost, |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Dear Joyce, My eyes cannot read the words I type, for they are bathed in your tears. How beautiful and touching is this poem that overflows with love. Seems there is more than one gift this year. Much love Liz |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
Thank you dear friends for your tender words. Love, Joyce |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Oh Joyce, you have brought tears to my eyes. I'm so surprised you even remember how long it's been since my brothers passing. You just can't help to think of them during the holidays. I just look into the skies and wonder what he must be doing up there. Your poem is tender, beautiful and touches my heart Joyce. God's blessing to you! Have hope we shall see them again. <*\\\>< Life may have influenced who we R, but we're responsible for what we become. I don't question YOUR existance- GOD [This message has been edited by WhtDove (01-03-2004 12:10 PM).] |
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sandgrain Member Elite
since 1999-09-21
Posts 3662Sycamore, IL, USA |
Thank you, Joyce, for remembering our loss, too, as you share this beautifully written piece. My lean 6'4" son always got an extra- tall size white sweater with his gifts, too. He loved them. Now each white sweater ad, reminds me. God willing, one day, we'll celebrate again with our sons. May God richly bless you throughout the new year! |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
Thank you dear friends. Yes when the pain comes I remember that you and so many have also felt the pain. We will see them again. They're waiting. Love, Joyce |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
 -ing, because not all Holiday's are filled with memories that make us laugh~In these tender times of remember, Joyce, I will think of you ... and will also think of our WhtDovie One ... who now is with her brother and also will hold MamaRae in tender prayer vigil as she remembers the loss of them both~  Joyce ... you are loved~  *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ ~*No matter what I search for ... |
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