It's Not All Bad (In Honor of Larry C Jr.)

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Larry C

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0 posted 2002-06-07 01:41 PM

It’s Not All Bad
By Larry Chadwick

It’s for the void we feel inside,
That makes all these tears we’ve cried.
But it’s your tender love and grace,
That always puts a smile on our face.

Your brother acknowledged that this is sad,
But reminded me that it’s not all bad.
That if we were thinking like we should,
Then we would see in this some good.

I had to press him for some reasons why,
At a time like this I should do more than cry.
He is still as smart as ever you knew,
And this is what he said of you:

Ginger will never have to bury her brother,
And she’ll never bury her dad or mother.
She’ll never know the pain of a divorce,
On the chance she chose wrong, of course.

Ginger never knew she was about to die,
She never even suffered or wondered why.
So through his tears he had a smile,
Your brother is so like you, my child.

June 7, 2002

[This message has been edited by Larry C (06-07-2002 02:40 PM).]

Sunshine

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1 posted 2002-06-07 01:48 PM

You continue to amaze with
your strenghtening blaze...

write on, Larry, it's good
for our souls...

Midnitesun

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2 posted 2002-06-07 01:50 PM

You have an amazing family. I am deeply touched by your son's wisdom and compassion. It is obvious that your son and daughter both received the best any father could give. Loving hugs to all, Kacy

JamesMichael
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3 posted 2002-06-07 02:21 PM

Yes...wise and comforting thoughts...James

Bridget Shenachie
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4 posted 2002-06-07 03:17 PM

Beautiful poem. Beautiful picture. Thanks for sharing the love in your beautiful family. I'm not over-using the word beautiful. God bless you!

Shenachie

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5 posted 2002-06-07 03:32 PM

beautiful, just beautiful Larry

Larry C

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6 posted 2002-06-07 03:41 PM

Karilea,
Are you sure? I don't know any other way. Thank you sweet friend.

Kacy,
It's tough being the parent of a sage.

Thanks.

JM,
Thank you sir James, thank you.

Shenachie,
Well...maybe a little. But I like it anyway. Thanks.

ps,
Your sensitivity is appreciated. Thank you.

suthern

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7 posted 2002-06-07 04:17 PM

His words are so true... and something to hold onto as you search for strength to get you through one day at a time. This is very beautiful, Larry... make that both Larrys. *S*

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8 posted 2002-06-07 04:19 PM

Larry,

What a lovely girl. Thanks for sharing. You and your family continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

Glenn, Barbara, and Kimberly.

Magnus

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9 posted 2002-06-07 04:20 PM

Would just saying my own emotions won't let
me speak right now...suffice...

Larry C

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10 posted 2002-06-07 04:32 PM

Suthern,
Thanks for all your kind words. I continue to proud and happy. Thank you.

Barbara,
What a surprise to see your response. Thank you so much for EVERYTHING and to Glenn and Kimberly as well.

Magnus,
Of course...always. And thanks.

Duncan
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11 posted 2002-06-07 04:33 PM

I find inspiration in you these days, Larry. So apparent how loved your children are. Beautiful poem, wise thoughts.

Forgetting all I'm lacking
Completely and complete
I'll take your invitation
You take all of me

Lifehouse

Martie

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12 posted 2002-06-07 04:39 PM

Larry

I am so touched by this, by you...by your son, and by Ginger. Hugs!

NewEnglandlazurlu
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13 posted 2002-06-07 05:34 PM

What a beautiful daughter. And your son has the heart of an angel. You and your family continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. I hope the sun is beginning to shine on you once more. Hugs, Marti

" My wrinkles are badges of courage and reveal that I am a Mother."

Kellie_Cantrell
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14 posted 2002-06-07 05:56 PM

Larry- That poem is so just right on the mark. Its brilliant. It really shows that everything will be alright. We will all be there soon. Maybe not soon enough we may think. But it will be sooner than we wanted

SmartChick
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15 posted 2002-06-07 05:57 PM

What a beautiful poem, Larry. And, the picture, too. Thank you for sharing this with us.

Larry C

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16 posted 2002-06-07 06:13 PM

Duncan,
:blushing: Thank you kind sir. I so appreciate your support...more than you know.

Martie,
Thank you and always I will cherish such kind words.

Marti,
Your thoughts and prayers are so appreciated. And there is a silver lining. Thanks.

Kellie,
How can you be 18 going on 45? Thank you sweet girl. I cherish you more than you may know.

SC,
Thanks, always and you're welcome.

Suetang
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17 posted 2002-06-07 06:50 PM

Hello Larry

It seems to me that your children have the same valuable qualities as yourself. The love you project through your words is so heartfelt and how proud your children must be to have such a devoted and caring father. I know I would be more than proud.

Take care my friend

Love Sue

Suetang

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18 posted 2002-06-07 06:54 PM

(big hugggsssssss) God Bless You, sweet friend, while my heart continues to cry over her loss, I too smiled reading this knowing the love in your sons heart and how I know he too will grow up and with such a loving heart take the whole world like suprise with Ginger's love at heart! (sigh) This is sooooooo sentimentally gorgeous, 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..."

Shakira

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19 posted 2002-06-07 07:10 PM

Right, Larry, it is so important to look for positives even when it seems impossible for them to exist. Another one is that, for those who believe, Ginger sits with God, a place we all aspire to find one day. Very good thoughts here, my man

Madame Chipmunk
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20 posted 2002-06-07 07:43 PM

Larry...She is a beautiful angel, and your son is very wise.
You continue to amaze me with your loving strength.

~ hugs and tears

Lyra

copyright2002 Lyra Nesius

"poetry is life distilled" Gwendolyn Brooks

Nan

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21 posted 2002-06-07 07:45 PM

You have a totally beautiful family, kind Sir..

Larry C

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22 posted 2002-06-07 08:04 PM

Sue,
Thank you so much. I can't imagine a stronger bond between child and parent then what I have known. It hasn't been fantasy land but it has been wonderful. You do your papa proud.

Noah,
Well at 31 Larry Jr. has made good use of his years. But he always has been wise for his age. Thank you Noah, always.

Michael,
Absolute truths you speak. And from a papa who understands the difficulties of hardship. Thank you kind sir.

Lyra,
Always, thank you so much. Peace to you.

Nan,
Dear lady, I believe I do and thank you for that.

[This message has been edited by Larry C (06-07-2002 08:04 PM).]

Titia Geertman
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23 posted 2002-06-07 08:37 PM

Take care of this boy of you Larry, he has wise and beautiful thoughts

He's reversing the thought of 'sad she can't anymore....' to 'glad she wouldn't have to...'

and that's good

Beautiful, tender poem, thanks

Titia

A rose is a rose is a rose...I guess...
Check out my new website: lookheretitia.fcpages.com (I didn't 'link' this, so it won't take too much space).I

Enchantress
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24 posted 2002-06-07 08:45 PM

Larry....you continue to amaze me with your strength and insight.
It's times like this you give me strength to carry on, and be strong...I appreciate you.
~Hugs~

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25 posted 2002-06-07 10:03 PM

What a smart young man, and his Dad is pretty cool, too.
Take care.
Sandra

Larry C

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26 posted 2002-06-07 10:24 PM

Titia,
Yes...he is indeed precious to me. Thank you friend.

Nancy Lee,
I could only hope to be such an encouragement to you. Thank you and bless you.

Sandra,
He is and cool is good. Thank you.

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27 posted 2002-06-07 11:23 PM

Lovely dear friend, just as she is.....luv to you...
Lauren~

I would rather have one breath of his hair,
one kiss of his mouth,
one touch of his hand
than an eternity without it.

Larry C

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28 posted 2002-06-07 11:24 PM

Lauren,
Thanks dear friend. I like that.

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29 posted 2002-06-08 12:26 PM

Thanks for sharing your family with us all, Larry. We have been enriched.

Larry C

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30 posted 2002-06-08 12:50 PM

S Arthur Grey,
I don't believe we've met, but thank you for the kind words, sir.

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31 posted 2002-06-08 03:14 AM

Your son is very wise and like I told you last night, you won't have to worry about the guys Ginger dates now, as up there they are all "angels"

I hope you show this to him as it shows pride of both Father, and of Son.

[This message has been edited by Mysteria (06-09-2002 01:44 AM).]

Larry C

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32 posted 2002-06-08 06:17 PM

Sharon,
You are so right. And I will indeed show him. And thank you for last night.

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33 posted 2002-06-08 10:01 PM

Larry,
so true sweetie....there are things she will never know and all she has to look forward to is seeing the face of Christ at His great return! Hugs my dear friend! and hugs to Larry Jr. for his courage and strength!

Larry C

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34 posted 2002-06-08 10:17 PM

Awww Cindi,
I needed that. And how did you find a computer in San Diego? Thanks for taking the time. See you soon.

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35 posted 2002-06-08 10:19 PM

Larry, this is outstanding... and I never looked at death this way before, but I can see some light in what you are saying here. Beautiful write and a very beautiful girl in this picture. I wrote you something last week, not sure if you saw it yet or not. Take care and best wishes, always!

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

ecrivan
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36 posted 2002-06-08 10:23 PM

Thanks again for sharing your family with us Larry we can all learn from the experiences you have expressed

Larry C

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37 posted 2002-06-09 01:33 AM

Saunni,
I would have gotten there eventually but Larry Jr. took me there in less than 24 hours. I'll always be grateful.

I'll look for what you wrote right away. Thank you always Saunni for your support.

Martin,
It is indeed my privilege and a special joy that others are interested. Thank you for your kind support.

Kethry
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38 posted 2002-06-10 08:54 AM

Larry,
How'd your son get to be so wise?...he must've learned it from someone...I wonder who?
*Huggles*
Keth

Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown

Larry C

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39 posted 2002-06-10 12:55 PM

Kethry,
Well since I raised him I may have an idea. Thanks...always.

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40 posted 2002-06-10 04:56 PM

Well, that made me cry. I knew it would. It's wise and true, and it still makes me cry. I feel for you, my friend.

Nan

Larry C

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41 posted 2002-06-10 07:15 PM

Nan,
If it helps you...your tears have mingled with mine. I know it helps me. Thank you dear friend.

rwood
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42 posted 2002-06-10 07:44 PM

Sometimes..your children..are a reflection of you. In this case..they are beautiful and wise.. Hug you for that.

Sincerely,
Reg

Larry C

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43 posted 2002-06-10 08:45 PM

Reg,
Thanks for the hug and support.

Rosemary J. Gwaltney
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44 posted 2002-06-15 04:06 PM

Oh, I am so very, very sorry! This is terrible! But it must be a little comfort to have a son so wise. He must have learned his wisdom from his father.

The spiritual wind that holds survivors aloft, plants the seeds from which bloom new hope ... R.J.G.

[This message has been edited by Rosemary J. Gwaltney (06-15-2002 04:11 PM).]

Larry C

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45 posted 2002-06-15 06:37 PM

Thanks Rosemary.

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