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Air Mail to Gram - A goodbye letter
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Air Mail to Gram - A goodbye letter |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone 
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Dear Gram Any love that's within me you and Grandpa put there you were more than Grandparents you filled my life with care. Now you both have gone away and I'm at such a loss How did all those special years end with such a cruel cost. I feel much more alone now than I've ever before It hurts so much to lose you My Gram, who I adore. Is it true you are there now? It still seems so unreal Are you dancing with Grandpa in your favorite high heels? Are you walking with Auntie on the beaches of Maine, eating salt water taffy? Is it all just the same? Are you again Charleston Queen while the men beg to dance? And your eyes only for Merle he, your king of romance. I do believe that the spring in your two step is back and no longer does age hurt nothing more that you lack. How I wish I could see you as you used to be then still I do know that someday I will see you again. I don't know how to live life that does not include you Gram I'm feeling so lonely tell me what I should do... * * * * * * * Gone from this plane never gone from my heart Eva Tibbetts 6/10/1907-3/1/2002 |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
with the gift given you by knowing them...the what to do..is simple...we go on. Go on knowing that they live in us, and around us every day...the best way to honor them is to live as they have taught you... heartfelt wishes for you to find peace.. |
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strbbux Member Elite
since 2001-12-19
Posts 3859 |
Catalina this is so so heartfelt. It is exactly how i feel with my son up there. I am sure she is dancing with grandpa. And that sould soothe your soul. Lovely words expressed here. floria Floria |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Beautiful words...soft hugs...James |
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Moonlight Romeo
since 2001-09-10
Posts 982The heart of you |
Goodbyes are always the hardest, but they will always be with us. Thank you. What light through yon window breaks? It is the east, and Juliet is the sun. |
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Hopefloats Junior Member
since 2001-10-30
Posts 26NH |
Sandra, I know your pain, and I feel your sadness. Make sure to give yourself the downtime that you need, and some quiet moments to reflect. Time does heal, although our lives are never quite the same. You know that you are always in my prayers and I love ya!!!! (((hugs)))..Beautiful poem, just beautiful!!!!~~~~Deb |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (tears fall down my cheeks) Oh Sandra, this is so very sad, my heart goes out to you and your loss, but I know deep down with all my heart your grandma will always love you and will never forget you and deep down she wants you to be happy and will forever encourage you with he rlove and light! (kiss on cheek) My heart goes out to you, sweet friend, my thoughts and prayers are always with you, God Bless You, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Sandra, thank you for sharing!   May love an dlight always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
words are always heard. . . and felt. . . thoughts for you my friend. . .  --------------------------------------------------------- To the world, you may only be one person. But to one person, you may be the world. |
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Victoria
since 2000-08-12
Posts 5869 |
yes sandra..you will see her again one day..she is young and beautiful again..at least i know when my father died and i dreamed of him twice within a month after he died and he was young and handsome again...i havent dreamed of him since..hugss ~Vic |
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MyEnchanted_Melody Senior Member
since 2001-05-30
Posts 1106across the land of dreams. In your heart, I'd always be. |
Such a heartfelt sad write. My heart goes for you dearest Sandra... May you find the solace and the strength you need soon. Love & {{{Hugs}}} ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ |
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rosepetals25
since 2000-05-31
Posts 3076PA |
catalinamoon, This brought tears.. I remember when my great gramma passed. It's so hard.. so painful, but she is with you everyday, offering her loving hand to guide you through. You are in my thoughts Sandra. Big hugs to you, Tara "My heart is like an open book, for the whole world to read" - Motley Crue, Home Sweet Home [This message has been edited by rosepetals25 (03-04-2002 03:25 PM).] |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
You are all so good to me. Thanks for reading this, it comes from the heart. I hope the pain fades soon. I'm working on it. Sandra |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
I don't know how to live life that does not include you Gram I'm feeling so lonely tell me what I should do... ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I know this feeling so very well Sandra, having lost just about everyone in my family except my sister. We do go on...in time we find a way to cope and just knowing that you will see her again one day will bring you comfort. ~Hugs, Nancy~ ~Time has cast a spell on you, |
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Ariana Senior Member
since 2000-10-08
Posts 571Orlando, Florida |
Sandra Memories will always be with you tucked away in that special place in your heart. We don't ever want you to forget them, just change your lifestyle to live without them close to you. I often go into my bedroom and talk to a picture of my mother. I know she is listening and it helps me to live without her. She also helps me to make decisions. Big soft hugs to you. |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
Moon, I remember when my Maw Maw died in 1980, shortly after her 80th birthday - I was crushed. I, too, had lived with her. I wrote a little something later that helped me come to terms (probably more the writing itself than the words) and I've never shared it, but I want to post from me to you. And keep writing about your loss Moon - the process of speaking to her helps immensely. My heart to you... jwesley |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
Sandra I have to be honest and tell you that because of the subject matter, I really didn't want to read this poem. I lost both of my grandmothers within 6 months of one another and though that was now years ago, it still isn't something I can think much about. If I had dealt with the loss the way you are here, perhaps I would have worked through it better by now. You wrote a beautiful, loving tribute here...thank you. |
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Silver Streak Member Elite
since 2002-01-02
Posts 3625FL, USA |
Sandra, thanks for sharing so much beautiful love with us. It means a lot to me, personnally to feel this kind of love. Most of my family. my grand parents, mom, dad, aunts, uncles, many cousins and dear friends have gone on and are now waiting my ascension. I dearly look forward to rejoining them one of these days. You are very special to me and I know that your family awaits you, too, for one big super celebration in the sky.  ((Sandra)) -newell Sharing God's Love through perfectlovepoetry.com |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
I do believe that the spring in your two step is back and no longer does age hurt nothing more that you lack. Sandra - I believe this too. So, if your Gram, and all of our loved ones that have passed over are fine - we must be strong and celebrate life as best we can until once more we are all together. hugs, Chris Life is not measured by breaths you take, but by moments that take your breath away. |
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Tracey Member Elite
since 2001-08-29
Posts 2808where insanity meets breeding |
I’m so sorry to hear about your Gram Sandra. It’s so hard to lose someone you’re close too. Although the pain does subside, you never really stop missing them. I’m sure she’s up there dancing with your Grandpa, and they’re both watching over you now. Hugs to you dear friend. If she who dies with the most toys wins, then can I have some toy boys please? |
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