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Dirdum...(One more time...)
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Dirdum...(One more time...) |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA 
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Sorry folks - I don't like to write when I'm feeling down - But there are occasional exceptions. Both of my daughters are diabetic.. Today the second of my three munchkins has been diagnosed as well. I wrote this last time I went through this... The doctors say that it's rare for even two siblings to be afflicted. Yet, this is the fourth time I've endured this very difficult day - leaving only Cassandra untouched...  For the loves of my life... Stacie - Sandra - Garrett - and now Jake DIRDUM The greatest gifts in life define Devout parental care. Souls woven of life's finest thread Darn pride in fledglings' fare. My quest that I might stand their stead; Same tears shed thrice before. Mellitus lance bescourged this day Sweet progeny once more. What future's cast as shadows lay Beneath their ventured stride? Insidious this curse within, Ensuing years decried. E'er days of bliss or bleak chagrin We each must heed His call Our lives to live as His design But must He have my all? Waft every crest upon your destined sea |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Oh Nan ... I'm so sorry. This is truly unusual to have it touch so many in your family in this way. Your poem expresses your thoughts beautifully and with the tenderness and concern of a loving mother .... many hugs to you all ... Best wishes and hugs, /Kit |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
((((hugstoyou))))))) to see you through...... |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Nan, I'm sure that you will hug them all even closer to your heart now. This is a heavy load for one family to carry. I will keep you in my thoughts of love and peace. |
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sandgrain Member Elite
since 1999-09-21
Posts 3662Sycamore, IL, USA |
I'm so glad you shared this and soooo sorry you and your children have this cross to bear. It's already difficult bringing children up today when they're healthy, but God knows you're so capable and will be a testament in more than your beautiful poetry. Bless each of you, Rae |
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cpalmer Senior Member
since 2001-06-26
Posts 977Phoenix, Az |
Nan, I am so sorry to hear this news...my prayers are with you and your family...The Lord will provide...take care Hugs Cindi God is our inspiration; Words of the heart can be music to our ears |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Few things are sadder that afflictions that touch children...my thoughts are with you all. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I dont' know what is worse the infliction of this illness on a child, or the strain it puts on a Mother's heartstrings, for she will hold on so tightly with all her love that it hurts. This is terrible news for you Nan, but if those apples don't fall far from the tree, they are strong. I wish you all strength, love, and may your ties to each other never feel any strain. God Bless, and here is a hug from this laptop until I can give you a real one. ~I always have time to listen to someone talking from their heart~ |
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Tracey Member Elite
since 2001-08-29
Posts 2808where insanity meets breeding |
I'm so sorry to hear this, fate is indeed cruel to inflict this on two of your children. There have been so many advances in diabetes and I pray that these will keep your children well and strong. If she who dies with the most toys wins, then can I have some toy boys please? |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
Nan, my heart goes out to all of you... (((((HUGS))))) |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Nan~ Hugs and prayers for all of you~ ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
I remember this from the last time. I'll keep your whole crew in my thoughts. Hug the munchkins for me! |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Nan, Mike is right about the children. And perhaps all our love for you will help you through. You know you have mine. |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
*tears* You and they are all in my prayers, Nan. Yes, we would stand in their place, take all their ills upon ourselves, to spare them any of the pain. (((HUGS))) |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
My prayers go up for you and your children. You wrote your feelings so very well. Now you must strengthen your faith ... in the hardest hours. |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Thank you everyone..  |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I am attending a meeting tomorrow on this very subject, and I doubt I will learn anything new to share with you, but now, now I will listen just a little more carefully, for more than we know [and I have a friend who shares this with yours] are affected daily by this terrible affliction... but if I do learn something new I shall pass it on... you never know where angels reside... and He won't give you more than you can bear.... hugs... |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Nan, I am so sorry this has happened to you. I wish you all the best. |
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