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It Came to Me
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It Came to Me |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States 
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It Came to Me By Larry Chadwick I walked up to your casket, And you were not there. So I stood and waited, Until I sensed your presence in the air. It came first at the sound of a child, Who laughed as she played a game. As I paused to reflect about you, I knew things wouldn’t be the same. Further signs began to appear, They came to me one by one. The difference you made in my life, All my memories and our fun. The students lives you touched, Each day by what you would do. How they have new found strength, That is drawn from having known you. Signs come to me from nature so abundantly, The setting of the sun when the day is done. It’s the wind that whispers through the chimes, And the squirrels that play when spring is begun. And when I sit with your brother, And together we do reminisce, We draw our strength from you, And there is great satisfaction in knowing this. May 29, 2002 |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
dear Larry... I feel like my head is a ball of twine right now. I wish I could touch you...because words won't do. I can only pray it's enough you know that we are here, listening... grief is a difficult road, and I offer my hand. My heart aches with you. Cyberspace seems cold, but hey, touch any spot on the screen and know my hand reaches back... love you, m'friend. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Karen, Somehow I am not conveying the truth to you. This place has been more than you describe to me. I have truly experienced much love, strength and support from these blue walls. You have been a large part of that. All these things in this poem happened and impacted me just that way. They aren't just words they are experience that means so much. Bless you dear friend! Thanks. |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
smiling... you, my friend ARE GENEROUS... AND? just a lovely being... |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Karen, My hope is that I am reflecting exactly what I have been given by these blue walls! Honest...you're the best. Thanks, always. |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Larry...my dear brother....It is so good to see you back here again. I had just mentioned to David today that I was going to email you b/c I hadn't seen you here. The poem is beautiful and I am so happy that we are able to provide you with so much support. Today I had a CT scan and I had to take prednisone b/c I am allergic to the dye they use...thats why I am still awake....Prednisone is a stimulant and I probably won't sleep much tonight. On Wednesday, I get to discuss the results of the scan with my oncologist and I am very very scared. I have been telling everyone that the tumor is gone because it feels like its gone...to me. I have no more symptoms...but, of course that doesn't mean its totally gone..... Sorry to bore you with that...I am just all juiced up with prednisone right now...........and so very happy to see you back here again.  ~ many many welcome back hugsLyra |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Lyra, Don't make me set ground rules...  You are not allowed apologies for imagined boredom. Please understand that I am genuinely interested in your well being. Even when you're medicated! You have my number and I carry my phone. Courage dear friend. I am anxious to hear the outcome and pray all is well. Peace to you, dear friend. |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Soft words from your heart Larry...James |
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HopeS Member Elite
since 2000-12-22
Posts 4596Perth Western Australia |
Larry its hard to find words at times like these but you will always remember with heart sharing those memories Hugs Hope |
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my3monkeytoes Member
since 2002-05-11
Posts 152In the Carolina Breeze |
Just beautiful, LarryC. |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Such a beautiful remembrance Larry. May your heart be filled with warm and cherished memories always.  Best wishes and hugs, /Kit |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Larry, hang onto those beautiful memories, they will see you through your grief. ~Thinking of you, Nancy Lee~ ~Somewhere in my heart I'm always |
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Elan Member
since 2002-05-03
Posts 382State of Wide Eye |
May she always remain with you, and that you be comforted by the breeze |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Larry darling boy this dear friend is utterly utterly lovely, your love and Ginger’s angels breath lie over this as a web of sunlight lie on a sun dappled wood. I think you’re an awesome writer, your love for your daughter is always there. I hope that maybe you can feel my hand reaching out to you in love and camaraderie, I’m there if you ever need me. Grief over such a personal loss cannot be assuaged by mere words, but please know each of my words carries my fondest love to you. Take care my friend, you really are loved by us all. And this is a truly exceptional poem from you  Love and warm stuff As always Mushy   Breathe through the heat of our desire |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
And when I sit with your brother, And together we do reminisce, We draw our strength from you, And there is great satisfaction in knowing this. ============================= your title is so appropriate..and so you pass the wisdom of your heart on to us. Your example of humility, dignity and grace in this time will be one that we will learn much from I believe. heart-hugs Larry jm When man is lead to arrogance, poetry reminds him of his limitations |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Larry Cherish all these thoughts of her...keep them next to your heart. She will always be with you, the bright daughter of your smile. Hugs...good to see you here! |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Larry~ Tenderly conveyed from your heart~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
Larry, I am so glad you understand that she lives in your memories My most sincere condolences my friend. You are an inspiration to us all. Fool, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write. |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Larry C, My head and heart still rings On your sweet poem and it's wings. |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Beautiful Larry. I'm glad you can keep happy memories. Sandra |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
I don't know how to describe how these words of yours tug at my heart strings so you're going to have to go with me on this. I get misty and yet I get strengthened! |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (BIG HUGGGSSSSSSS) Oh Larry, whatever you do, always hang onto those happy memories, for we will always remember Ginger, just as I know all those lucky students who had her will always be blessed to have an angel teach them and will grow and be inspired by the love and wisdom she gave them all! (sad sigh) My thoughts and prayers are with you as always, sweet friend, God Bless You, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Larry, thank you for sharing! May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Larry, I am so glad to see you back. I missed reading your poems. This is a beautiful poem. Thank you for sharing. |
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Saunni Senior Member
since 2000-07-11
Posts 1777West Virginia |
Larry, this is sooo heartfelt, and I have to say, she sees you, My Friend. Just keep living in her loving memory and it will appear as she has never gone. You can find her every where, Larry Sauni:)The Only Time I See The Sun Is When I'm Within That Vanilla Breeze.The Only Time I'm One With The Sun Is When He Shelters Me From The Rain. L.S |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
You always find a way to encircle life's challenges with warm hugs and gentle smiles. The strong spice of life in Ginger must have been much like yours. She will not be forgotten. Tender warm hugs to you, your son, to Nancy Lee and the entire family. You are an inspirational tower of strength to those of us who often feel weak and powerless. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
James, Thank you friend. Hope, You are so right. Thank you friend. m3mt, Thanks. Kit, I know you are right and I am truly grateful. Thanks so much dear friend. NancyLee, It does everyday, thank you. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Elan, Yes indeed and thank you. Mushy, Sweet friend, such kind gentle words you offer. And that is one long arm you have there, but I feel your touch. Thank you. JM, Such generous words. From a woman who is all that and more I am ever grateful. Thank you dear friend. Martie, I know you are right. But just to be sure, I'm tatooing a heart with her name in her signature over my heart. Marge, From the woman who always writes from her heart...thank you! |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Interloper, Such gracious encouraging words. Thank you friend. I have drawn so much of my strength here and in her memories. Sy, I couldn't wish for more. Thank you friend. Sandra, For all your support thank you. Those memories give such hope. Thanks. ethome, Me too! Thanks. Noah, Indeed...what a wonderful thought. Thanks friend. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
SC, Awww, thank you. It's good to be back. Saunni, Almost, dear friend...almost. Thank you. Kacy, You give the best hugs and encouragement. Thanks babe. |
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