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serenity blaze
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0 posted 2001-06-22 07:46 PM



This was it--
this was the day...
the doctors said
take him away.
Nothing else that
we can do.
Take him now
he belongs to you.
His HMO won't cover this
or ease the agony of fits...
besides we do not have the beds.
Take him home. He's almost dead.
In caress, we gather him
confusion--Fortunata's whim.
At home, begins
the deathwatch wait.
The memories mock
with painted face.
And with him now
the poetry,
the grace of laughter
in the leaves,
with him all the heavens die...
to hear his moans and hear him cry.
I rage. To watch him give up hope.
Steadfast still, refusing dope.
For when death comes
he'll meet its eye...
and die awake
to say goodbye.

© Copyright 2001 serenity blaze - All Rights Reserved
Mother_Earth
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1 posted 2001-06-22 07:52 PM


serenity, I hope this isn't true life!!  The way the world is today, I am sure this happens more than any of us know.  Bless the families and friends that stay to help ease the pain of a dear life leaving this world.  Lets hope the next life is without pain.  Hugs,  ME
Logan
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2 posted 2001-06-22 07:52 PM


Then he is to be admired for it. I set up this home equipment every day of my life, and see how the ones face what is to be. I know exactly what you are going through, both personally and professionally..my best thoughts go to you and my sincere admiration for him...gentle smile..very good outpouring Serenity.
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3 posted 2001-06-22 08:10 PM


How sad and unfair and awful, this situation. You write it well.
Sandra

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with you
4 posted 2001-06-22 08:27 PM


my eyes are burning with tears from my heart....oh Serenity.....
wayoutwalt
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5 posted 2001-06-22 08:31 PM


Oh man this is well written. wanna know more I love that in a poem yuh go sen2001 feel good.
athena4
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6 posted 2001-06-22 08:40 PM


It's so sad that reality must be so selfish, and time such a thief.  Your words of love and heartfelt compassion help to balance out the scales.  I am so sorry for you, and I wish you hope and strength in the days ahead.
          Elise

Lone Wolf
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7 posted 2001-06-22 09:12 PM


I cannot even describe the sadness that this one makes me feel tonight.  So emotionally raw it grabs onto the heart and just won't let go.  Very well done.  

All writing comes
by the grace of God.
-Ralph Waldo Emerson

Janet Marie
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8 posted 2001-06-22 10:41 PM


I love you Karen.

Poet deVine
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9 posted 2001-06-22 11:26 PM


My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Karen. This is such a heartfelt poem, I hope you share it with your family to help them through this terrible time.

Your father is showing great spirit through all this - you are very much like him you know. There really isn't much we can say to ease the pain you and your family feels. Just know that we are here for you.

SmittenKitten
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10 posted 2001-06-23 12:40 PM


I hope this expression of your broken heart helps you to heal.  I am a mere stranger but I feel your pain so acutely.  My love to you
Fancy
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11 posted 2001-06-23 04:23 AM


...I came here to read...I left here sharing your pain...

"...don't ever stop loving, don't ever stop believing, don't ever stop dreaming your dreams..."
Warmly...
Fancy

vlraynes
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12 posted 2001-06-23 04:31 AM


serenity-
   such sadness and aching in
   these words...my heart goes out
   to you and your family.
   know that i will keep you all
   in my thoughts and prayers, and
   i echo sharon's words...we are
   here for you if you need us

   love and hugs,
   ~vicky

"...until you have read the verse on his
heart, you have not truely met the poet."
-vlraynes



Dark Angel
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13 posted 2001-06-23 06:50 AM


Many Hugs hon....
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your Dad and your family.

Maree (((((Serenity)))))

Elizabeth Santos
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14 posted 2001-06-23 07:39 AM


You've touched me so, I can't even respond
Bless you
Liz

RSWells
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15 posted 2001-06-23 08:20 AM


God bless you all.
serenity blaze
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16 posted 2001-06-24 01:50 AM


Sorry, I didn't answer this sooner, I thank you all for your kindness. I'll be back, soon, I hope. Dad is home of course. Smile...we've got a bed for him there. Love to you all! And thank you, so much, for your kindness.  
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17 posted 2001-06-26 03:56 PM


My heart breaks for you and my thoughts are with you.
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18 posted 2001-06-26 06:30 PM




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To the world, you may only be one person. But to one person, you may be the world.

serenity blaze
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19 posted 2001-06-27 12:58 PM


I want to thank everybody---but don't know how. Don't be sad for ME tho--I've had a lifetime with a remarkable man...and had the good fortune to carry his name. Now if I can summon just a tenth of his dignity? And just a microcosm of his grace? Then, NOTHING can keep me down. ---Love you Dad and prayers abound for YOU!!!! I love you.  
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