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Remembering Alex
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Remembering Alex |
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Beki Senior Member
since 1999-09-15
Posts 1569Newport Beach, CA, USA |
I do not weep, although my loss Seems more than I can bear. How can I listen to the drums When Alex isn't there? His magic fingers on the skins Were tender from the start; Each loving beat revealed to me The music in his heart. It was the music, and his smile That set my heart at ease; How could I help but love the man Who tried so hard to please? His childish antics on the stage An innocence betrayed. For all his life's experience He showed us, when he played, He carried still a child within, One who was quick to care. His heart was like a child's heart, Brimming with love to share. He shared that love with everyone Who let him draw them in With his caring, quick acceptance And his sweet infectuous grin. I know that I have gained because He shared that love with me. He found his way into my heart And became my family. I'll miss him more than words can say. I loved how he would sing Just for me if I asked him to - There wasn't anything That touched my heart the way he did Whenever he would say, "be careful, baby, I love you," In his gentle quiet way. I'll try remembering his eyes, The way he loved his drums; The way he sang his favorite song, Whenever sorrow comes. I will not stand at his grave and weep, That never was his style. Instead I'll choose to walk away Remembering his smile. [This message has been edited by Beki (edited 02-29-2000).] |
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Mike Member Elite
since 1999-06-19
Posts 2462 |
Truly wonderful poem. |
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Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC |
~Beki *wiping away tears* this was so heartfelt and emotional...felt it all the way to my toes. i know what its like to lose a loved one and someone so important to you. it is good that you can remember him and smile. healing takes a long time, its a long journey, but you do get there eventually. please take care, and keep writing. great poem! Amy  ~Live today as though it were your last but prepare for tomorrow as though it were here~ |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Beki~ This is a truly heart-felt tribute to someone you loved very much. Your tenderness shows throughout. *Hugs* to you. Smile a smile for Alex. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Beki Senior Member
since 1999-09-15
Posts 1569Newport Beach, CA, USA |
Thank you, Mike, Amy and MArge. Alex was the percussionist in my boss's band. He died 3 years ago after having a stroke on his birthday. I miss him very much. |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
He sounds like he was a special person. This is a lovely tribute to him. Wonderful poem, Beki! Denise |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
I have some of those same feelings myself, Beki.... You've somehow managed to bring them all back... Nice job |
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Beki Senior Member
since 1999-09-15
Posts 1569Newport Beach, CA, USA |
Thank you Denise and Nan.I appreciate your comments |
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RufffRyder Member
since 2000-02-25
Posts 143<------Over There------> |
Beki,First i would like to say Im sorry for the terrible loss that you`ve been thru. I can see that he is now and forever in your dreams and heart. Your piece here has a flow that will most surely put a smile in his heart. Take care and thank you. |
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Beki Senior Member
since 1999-09-15
Posts 1569Newport Beach, CA, USA |
Thank you Ruff Ryder I wrote this on the first anniversary of his death, went to visit his grave, dug a hole under the stone and left a copy of the poem. I like to think he's read it and smiles. |
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Danny Holloway Member Elite
since 2000-01-15
Posts 2034Tulsa, OK |
Beki, this is a wonderful poem. So sad that you lost someone who meant so much. You wrote about him so well that you honor him with your loving expression. Keep a strong heart. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Beki: To have someone remember us with love and cherish the smiles we brought into their life is a tremendous tribute... your poem is another. Beautiful! |
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Beki Senior Member
since 1999-09-15
Posts 1569Newport Beach, CA, USA |
Thank you Danny and Suthern for your words of encouragement. |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
A wonderfully written poem a and very fine tribute to a special person. The love poured forth in this lovely piece. Liz |
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