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Denise
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0 posted 2000-05-09 04:48 PM


I’m sending hugs and kisses from above
To let you know I’m thinking of you still;
I’m safely snuggled in His arms of love
In Paradise, according to His will.
One joyous day you’ll see me once again
When time and space no longer separate
Me from your side; we’ll be together then
A blessing that no one can confiscate.
Until that day remember I love you
And that I’m smiling down upon your way
To give you strength in everything you do
To fill your heart with cheer from day to day…
And playing with the angels all the while
So Mommy dry your tears, give me a smile.

Denise



© Copyright 2000 Denise - All Rights Reserved
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1 posted 2000-05-09 04:59 PM


Denise, This poem is precious, what a thoughtful poem for all the sad mom's. You captured the little angel's beautifully. I love it, thanks for sharing this one.  
RSEvans
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2 posted 2000-05-09 05:02 PM


Denise,
I'm near speechless.  I haven't lost anyone but have often daymared about it.  Our children are extensions of ourselves and in every way I feel it every day.  Thank you for this wonderous poem.  I'm sure it will be a comfort to some.

hoot_owl_rn
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3 posted 2000-05-09 05:03 PM


Oh Denise...this is absolutely wonderful...may I add it to my collection for a booklet I am going to be making up to give to grieving parents who've lost an infant?
Martie
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4 posted 2000-05-09 06:07 PM


Denise--this touches me so...and recalls the memory of my son at five telling me he saw his sister, who died at eight, in heaven watering the flowers and that she told him she was fine.
RainbowGirl
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5 posted 2000-05-09 06:12 PM


Denise, you made me cry but in a soppy way all over again...flipping tears...

Beautiful poem...it's nice to know we're not forgotten...I hate mother's day...stupid, huh?

Big HUSG

Martie, I do believe that sometimes reassurances are given in some way or maybe it's just my way of believing that there has to be a reason...

Big HUSG...I was posting as you were and was thinking about you and then you popped up in front of me.

[This message has been edited by RainbowGirl (edited 05-09-2000).]

Aimster
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6 posted 2000-05-09 06:20 PM


Denise--

this brought the tears streaming down my face. it was elegant and beautiful. i loved the message from it. i am sure many will take comfort from this. you are a VERY gifted and compassionate poet. im so glad you are a part of our Passions family.  

take care,
amy

 ~Live today as though it were your last but prepare for tomorrow as though it were here~

poetFemmeFatale
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7 posted 2000-05-09 06:23 PM


Thank you, you inspired me to write one of my own.  This is beautiful, and of course, I'm crying too.  I just don't know what to say...it took me almost 5 years before I could even talk about it to anyone out loud.  Thank you for your thoughtfulness.
JamesMichael
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8 posted 2000-05-09 07:14 PM


Denise this is one of the most lovely poems I have seen for the little ones...so full of love, and longing, and hope..James
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9 posted 2000-05-09 07:23 PM


Denise, this is a beautiful poem. So sad, but full of hope.

 "We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars." -Oscar Wilde

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10 posted 2000-05-09 08:17 PM


You captured the hearts and feelings of all the children that were taken from their parents before their time should have been.  Great poem.

 "Even a fool knows you can't touch the stars, but it doesn't stop a wise man from trying."
Harry Anderson, "Night Court"

*Cassandra Roseen*

Denise
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11 posted 2000-05-09 08:21 PM


Gloria - Thank you for reading and commenting. I know there are many here who have experienced this tragedy and my heart goes out to them.

Rob - Yes, I know what you mean. My heart aches for those who have had this nightmare become a reality. Thanks for your lovely comments.

Ruth - You certainly may. I'd be glad to help, even in a small way, to ease the pain of a grieving parent. Thank you.

Martie - My heart goes out to you for your loss. Those dreams, I believe, are really messages from God to help ease the pain. I see she has a heart for tending flowers just like Mom. HUGS

Cindy - No, it's not stupid, I would hate Mother's Day too, if I were in your shoes. My heart goes out to you too. HUGS

Amy - Thank you so much for your lovely comments!

Gen - My heart goes out to you as well. I can't even begin to imagine the depth of the pain. HUGS

James - Thank you for your lovely comments!

LoveBug- Thanks for reading and for your lovely reply!

Dawn Eclipse - Thank you too for reading and for your kind reply!


[This message has been edited by dsnyder (edited 05-09-2000).]

Marina
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12 posted 2000-05-09 09:27 PM


Denise, what an absolutly beautiful and thoughtful poem.  My eyes and my heart were full as I read this.  It is my belief that all of God's children are in a wonderful playground and all are excepted for who they are.

Marina

Rex Allen McCoy
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13 posted 2000-05-09 10:09 PM


We all know this ... but it is good to be reminded every now and again ... especially with such a beautiful poem
Thankyou
Rex}>{{{{o>

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14 posted 2000-05-09 10:13 PM


I see that you continue to shine as always Denise....This is truly lovely

 A man does not love a woman because she is beautiful...But she is beautiful because he loves her.



Pepper
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15 posted 2000-05-09 10:25 PM


Denise,
I'm going to copy this and place it among Tiffiny's Treasure Box .... Thank you, dear one; this touched me more than you could know ......

Janet Marie
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16 posted 2000-05-10 12:50 PM


Denise, this is so perfect and so very sweet.
for those who have known this loss, this weekends holiday is so hard...
thank you for thinking of them and giving them this tribute.
take care, jm

Denise
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17 posted 2000-05-10 09:11 AM


Thank you Marina, Rex, David, Pepper and Janet Marie for reading and for your kind comments.

Pepper, To have this be a part of Tiffiny's Treasure Box is a great honor to me. HUGS

Denise

Kit McCallum
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18 posted 2000-05-10 09:19 AM


Oh Denise ... this was so timely for me today ... you'll never know ... tears are streaming. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Much appreciation for a wonderful poem ...
/Kit

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19 posted 2000-05-10 09:46 AM


the flip side of the coin for me..i really liked this  
WhtDove
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20 posted 2000-05-10 10:19 AM


Oh Denise! How touching, you left me speechless. You have a heaven sent heart made of gold  

ps thanks for the PUSH

Sudhir Iyer
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21 posted 2000-05-10 11:24 AM


What a caring and thoughtful poem, this, Denise.

I am glad to have read this one. This gives so much support to the heart of parents who have lost their young ones.

Thanks for posting this one.

Regards,
sudhir


 In any moment of decision,
The best thing you can do is the right thing,
The next-best thing is the wrong thing,
And the worst thing you can do is nothing.
- Theodore Roosevelt

Denise
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22 posted 2000-05-10 08:14 PM


Thank you Kit, Walt, Rebecca and Sudhir for reading and for your lovely comments.

Kit- I can totally sympathize with you in your loss.

Walt- I'm very familiar with that flip side as well and sympathize with you.

Rebecca- You're welcome, and thanks again!

Sudhir- I'm glad you enjoyed this and I too hope it brings comfort to those in need of it.

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23 posted 2000-05-10 08:37 PM


Oh my. This was beautiful. Ya know, the Bank President in a small town where my parents live, lost his daughter to cancer some time back. Once in a while my parents say how depressed he gets and how much he wants to "go" now and be with his little girl. We all keep telling him God has work for him here still. I think (with your permission) I'll print this, and send a copy to him. I'll do that in hopes that it brings a smile to his face at least. Thanks for this poem. This man and his family have been on my mind a lot recently, and this is perfect for what I'd like to say.

 Nothing can deter a poet, for he is actuated by pure love. Who can predict his comings and goings? "Thoreau"

Denise
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24 posted 2000-05-10 10:37 PM


Yes, Temptress, by all means. I'd be honored to be able to help in some small way to ease a grieving parent's suffering. Thank you for your lovely comments, too!

Denise

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25 posted 2000-09-14 04:44 AM


Denise-  This was a very touching and lovely poem.  I lost my son two years ago at birth.  The pain is still there and all the poems and support helps so much.  I dedicated a web page to my son and I was wondering if I could use your poem on my page.  Thanks.

Live life to it's fullest, because one day you will be gone and you might regret not having done the things you've wanted to.



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26 posted 2000-10-09 08:54 AM


This a beauty, dee!
Denise
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27 posted 2000-10-09 10:17 PM


I'm sorry for your loss, louisianasweetie. I can't think of anything more devastating than losing a little one. My heart goes out to you and all the other moms and dads who have lost children. Yes, you may use this on your site. I'd be honored.

Serenity, thanks so much!


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28 posted 2001-08-26 01:56 AM


Denise~
The compassion in this beautiful piece needs to be shared again~
Thank you for your heart~
*Hugs*
~*Marge*~

~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
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