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Romy
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since 2000-05-28
Posts 1170
Plantation, Florida

0 posted 2000-06-12 05:39 PM



Our house was very messy
So I cleaned it yesterday
I fluffed your pillow, made your bed
and put your toys away.

I packed away your raincoat
in the closet down the hall,
and washed off all the hand prints
that you left upon the wall

The black marks left from roller skates
were scrubbed up off the floor
and I’ve put away your school books
that were laying near the door.

I even washed your favorite shirt
the one you wore that day
before jumping on your bicycle
and rushing off to play.

Our house was very messy
now its neat as it can be
but I would never clean again
if you were here with me.










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© Copyright 2000 Deborah L. Carter - All Rights Reserved
Alle'cram
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since 2000-02-28
Posts 1816
Texas
1 posted 2000-06-12 06:26 PM


Oh Debbie,  No words can I find to comfort your pain, I'm sorry. Writting is good therapy and precious memories, a good topic. My heart hurts for you. Your poem, so well written. May God extend extra measure to you.

Blessings,
Marcy

Denise
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since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648

2 posted 2000-06-12 06:56 PM


Debbie, this is heartwrenching. I can't even begin to imagine the pain of losing a child. You have my sincerest sympathies. God bless you.

Denise

Romy
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since 2000-05-28
Posts 1170
Plantation, Florida
3 posted 2000-06-12 08:03 PM


No, this is not about myself, but a poem I wrote about my niece who lost both her little boys in a fire.

I have written several times about my nephews, Brian and Lee, who were only three and four at the time.  I guess this is my way of dealing with it.

my children are healthy and happy, reminding me every day of how lucky I am to have them with me, to clean up after.

Thank you so much for your concern,
Debbie

Little_Spyro
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since 2000-01-09
Posts 659
San Diego, CA, USA
4 posted 2000-06-12 08:23 PM


Hey Debbie, this is some poem you wrote! And very moving...
Happy and bright, up until the last verse--that's the mark of a truly great poet.  

I think I'll write a little something for your niece--if I do it, could you give it to her? I'd appreciate it!  

Hope to see more (and stay happy!),


Little Spyro T. Dragon



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Romy
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since 2000-05-28
Posts 1170
Plantation, Florida
5 posted 2000-06-12 09:22 PM


Thank you Little Spyro, I'd love it if you wrote something and I'm sure my niece would be touched by your compassion!

I can't wait to read it!
Debbie

kelieth
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since 2000-06-12
Posts 314
Normal IL - USA
6 posted 2000-06-13 01:58 AM


Debbie,

   Your poem touches me in ways I can't begin to describe.  I liked the way you brought out the good memories of the joy you've had.

Kevin

Yu Lan
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since 2000-04-13
Posts 1462
New Zealand
7 posted 2000-06-13 03:31 AM


Oh, this is a truly beautiful description of a tragedy, wow, just so beautiful.. sad.. yes, I agree, it is a great way to cope with pain, to write about it, and in such a way as this, is just.. poetry to weep over..

well done.. a perfect tribute to your niece, and her boys..

Lynne

Lost Dreamer
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since 1999-06-20
Posts 2464
Somewhere near the Rainbow
8 posted 2000-06-13 02:14 PM


Debbie, Excellent writing, I can't even imagine what it would be like to lose anyone close to me in a tragedy especially fire. God bless you for doing your best to try and carry on.
dgvarner
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since 2000-05-13
Posts 3552
High Springs, Florida
9 posted 2000-07-12 11:31 PM


debbie..this one leaves me thinking...i get so aggravated sometimes always bending down to clean up after my 2 yr old..trying to wipe up pen marks from the kitchen floor, stepping on those toys that really hurt when you step on them!  ouch!  finding the things that she cant seem to remember where she left them, but she's GOT TO have them!  

i say often that i'll be in the loony bin before shes 5...but i cant imagine what would happen to me if i lost her....i know i would not be able to go on for a long time...

i feel for those who lose their children..it must be some awesome pain that i cannot fathom--and hope, never have to know..

dg

"A Poet's life is on written page; a scenario to take the stage--watch..." dgvarner

midnightblues
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since 2000-07-01
Posts 1597
Singapore
10 posted 2000-07-13 06:33 AM


The more beautiful a piece u write...the more tears i shed in the end! Well what can i say?*sniffle* This is touching *S* peace

If there cannot be equal in affection, then let the one with more be me - midnightblues™

Lady Lost
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since 2000-07-13
Posts 470

11 posted 2000-07-13 10:13 AM


I have a four year old little boy, I don't know what I would do if I didn't have more peanut butter hand prints to wipe off the wall...your poem was very touching, thank you.

You can never have too much fiction; reality can be such a bore

BSC
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since 2000-02-04
Posts 2919
New York, USA
12 posted 2000-07-14 08:14 AM


Oh Debbie, what a sadly beautiful piece this is.  My two boys are grown now, but I thank God everyday that I had the opportunity to chase and clean up after them.  This sure did mist the eyes, and tug at the heart.  Just beautiful.  Bonnie
Romy
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since 2000-05-28
Posts 1170
Plantation, Florida
13 posted 2000-07-14 12:12 PM


Thank you everybody for your feedback!
Caring for our children is not a duty but truly a gift from God!
I'm happy that this time I was able to find the words to express how I feel!
Debbie

chibi_dragon
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since 2000-07-04
Posts 58

14 posted 2000-07-15 06:46 PM


The careless death of a child. Heart touching, Debbie. Our society can be so cruel today...
--Chibi

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