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Larry C

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0 posted 2002-06-25 03:16 AM

Grief’s Tribute to Passion’s Poets
By Larry Chadwick

A tribute is in order to my poet friends,
For more than flowers were given to me.
So many of you responded with kind words,
And I finally learned the meaning of empathy.

I feel so inadequate, not to mention extremely late,
To find a meaningful way to express what I can’t repay.
But I have truly been taught that words can be enough,
And when you don’t know how to express it, just say it anyway.

I felt like Humpty Dumpty for I had a terrible fall,
Broken in so many pieces I feared I could not mend.
Sticks and stones might break some bones,
But words can put you together again.

I’ve learned that while friendships emotionally set you free,
I had absolutely no understanding of how dependent I might become.
Death has taught me about the fragility of life,
But you have taught me where strength comes from.

I have all of your emails and all of your poems and responses too,
They’re in plastic sleeves and binders stacked by my bed.
I read and printed them at my desk, and organized them one by one,
And now I read them and they give me courage over dread.

Proof that those who claim they have no idea what to say,
Have made a lasting impact in my now flawed life.
Every word was mortar for piecing together my broken heart,
Every word adding strength to overcome strife.

In my sorrow I’m uncertain I responded to each and everyone,
Forgive me if I haven’t already made it very clear,
That without the poets of this wonderful website,
My life would have so much less for which to cheer.

But I have multiplied your sharing through its ink,
And my friends that take the time to read what you have done,
Are moved, as I will always be for the rest of my life,
To know poetry is the glue that keeps my heart with Ginger as one.

June 24, 2002

I haven’t found the time to name you all, but I love each of you.

Show you care to those you love...today.

Duncan
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since 2001-08-07

Posts 5455

1 posted 2002-06-25 03:39 AM

I've found much inspiration through you, Larry...and for that, I'm grateful.
btw...love the sig.

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

Lifehouse

tracie66
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since 2000-01-18

Posts 4713
Australia

2 posted 2002-06-25 03:45 AM

Larry~
This is a wonderful heartfelt tribute to all your friends here at passions. You are obviously much loved, respected and admired and we all feel for you very much.
Take care Larry

~HUGS~
Tracie~

Love is the life of the soul...
It is the harmony of the universe

Bridget Shenachie
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since 2002-01-23

Posts 1056
Kansas USA

3 posted 2002-06-25 04:10 AM

Someone said 'A friend is a gift you give yourself.' Wish I knew who. Anyway, PiP exemplifies that truth and you are one of the finest examples.

Shenachie

Marsha

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since 2000-07-10

Posts 7423
Maidstone Kent England

4 posted 2002-06-25 05:34 AM

Larry darling boy this is seriously excellent writing, the flow of this is perfect, as always you delight when you write, and today you excel.

Friendship is an amazing and wonderful commodity, the more you give the more you are given, your heart has always been willing to give friendships warmth and it has been returned to you, and will continue to flow back to you always. YOU are a wonderful soul, you contribute so much to this big community of ours and I would like to take the opportunity to say thank you for your friendship it is always a special gift.

Love and warm stuff
As always
Mushy

Breathe through the heat of our desire
Thy coolness and they balm
Let sense be dumb let flesh retire
Speak through the eathquake wind and fire
Oh

[This message has been edited by Marsha (06-25-2002 05:35 AM).]

Gentle Spirit
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since 2000-10-09

Posts 13989

5 posted 2002-06-25 06:17 AM

hey Larry we luv ya too buddie, and I don't know about everyone else, but you have been such a great inspiration to me as I have watched you deal with this.....
YOUR HEART IS GOLD. Hugs.

Enjoy life, this is NOT a dress rehearsal.

{on the wings of words are spirits fly...and our souls are free~me}

Sunshine

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since 1999-06-25

Posts 63354
Listening to every heart

6 posted 2002-06-25 06:50 AM

I still stand amazed at the strength of character you have shown through some of life's worse moments, and then, you turned around and hugged us all...I can see why Ginger loved her father so very much...

Janet Marie
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since 2000-01-22

Posts 18554

7 posted 2002-06-25 08:00 AM

No dear poet sir..you have taught us where strength comes from...and grace and class and dignity.
heart-hugs Larry

Enchantress
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since 2001-08-14

Posts 35113
Canada eh.

8 posted 2002-06-25 08:39 AM

Larry, you have taught us how to be strong and have much courage when facing a loss so great.
~Hugs to you my friend~

~Somewhere in my heart I'm always
dancing with you in the summer rain~

SmartChick
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since 2001-09-23

Posts 7081
On A Journey To The Unknown

9 posted 2002-06-25 09:31 AM

Larry, this is a beautiful tribute. We all love you Larry. Since I joined passions, you among a few other have been very inspirational for me. And, I always enjoy reading your poetry. It brings me so much joy. I, thank you for sharing.My heart cried many tears for you, when your sweet Ginger died.

catalinamoon

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since 2000-06-03

Posts 9543
The Shores of Alone

10 posted 2002-06-25 09:34 AM

Larry, I know that you hav been through so much, and if any words helped even a little, I am very glad.
I know passions poets have helped me a lot through some bad times, as well.
Hugs
Sandra

serenity blaze
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since 2000-02-02

Posts 27738

11 posted 2002-06-25 09:36 AM

No need, Larry. One thing I learned here, is that these good people understand.

Hugs you.

suthern

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since 1999-07-29

Posts 20723
Louisiana

12 posted 2002-06-25 09:37 AM

I would ditto Sunshine... for she read my heart and said it better than I could. *S*

This is beautiful, Larry.

Magnus

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since 2001-10-10

Posts 14135
South Carolina, USA

13 posted 2002-06-25 10:02 AM

Larry,

There are many who would have withdrawn into
sorrow and never have felt the healing and
seen the words of love. Your courage through
this time of your life has allowed you to
do so, and by so doing, allowed you to feel
the compassion of others as well as your own
self. And to begin your own healing as well.

I admire your strength...

Seymour Tabin
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since 1999-07-07

Posts 31720
Tamarac Fla

14 posted 2002-06-25 10:18 AM

Larry C,
You said this even better than Balladeer could. A classic write and I think you will touch everyone with it. What are friends for.

Martie

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since 1999-09-21

Posts 28049
California

15 posted 2002-06-25 11:38 AM

Larry

We all learn from each other...your Ginger was a teacher, so are you, by example and word...you are a also a friend.

JamesMichael
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since 1999-11-16

Posts 33336
Kapolei, Hawaii, USA

16 posted 2002-06-25 05:29 PM

Larry there is nothing as hard to live with as the loss of a loved one..I hope and pray that God will comfort you through his love and compassion and mercy as you continue to feel the love and support of family and friends...James

Charisma

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since 2000-09-30

Posts 5906
lost in blue pages

17 posted 2002-06-25 06:25 PM

(((warm hugssssss))))

Charisma

Suetang
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since 2001-03-07

Posts 5187
Melbourne, Australia

18 posted 2002-06-25 07:28 PM

Hello Larry

Your words moved me to tears. I cannot begin to imagine how you deal with such a loss but how wonderful that so many people, most of whom you have not even met, wrote their feelings and words of comfort in order to support you. I for one am so pleased that you found some solace in our humble words. You have supported me since my humble beginnings and I felt such a strong desire to try and comfort you with my words, as did so many others. It is such a wonderful warm family here and there is no other site to compare. Take care my friend and thank you for your inspiration and friendship.

Love Sue

Suetang

Mistletoe Angel

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since 2000-12-17

Posts 32816
Portland, Oregon

19 posted 2002-06-25 07:35 PM

(big huggggsssssss) God Bless You, sweet friend, you have given this place and all of our hearts a love that we are all so lucky for you and heartfelt compassion that we will always treasure, as you will always be our dearest friend in our hearts! (sigh) I know deep down Ginger will never forget you and now she is smiling guiding you with her love blessed to have you in her heart always! (sigh) God Bless You, sweet friend, 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

Kethry
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since 2000-07-29

Posts 9082
Victoria Australia

20 posted 2002-06-25 08:19 PM

Larry,
you are the inspiration, I just have the rare priviledge of calling you friend.
*Hugs*
Kethry

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

Madame Chipmunk
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since 2001-12-05

Posts 8296
Michigan

21 posted 2002-06-25 11:33 PM

Thank you for your wonderful thank you poem, Larry...
I think that there are so many of us here at this home without walls, who have much to be thankful for because of the friends we have made here, and the prayers received.

~ may God bless you

Lyra

copyright2002 Lyra Nesius

"poetry is life distilled" Gwendolyn Brooks

Larry C

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since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

22 posted 2002-06-26 12:20 PM

Duncan,
And it is a ditto back. Benefits all around. Thank you.

Tracie,
Thank you so much.

Shenachie,
Thank you for such kind words. You are a faithful friend.

Mushy,
Sweet girl, you bless my soul. Over and over again. Thank you. And hug your girls for me.

Donna,
Thank you. I'm just trying to manage what I thought could never happen.

Karilea,
Always you have words that inspire and humble all in one swoop. Thank you dear friend.

JM,
To a woman who showed me the way...I only followed. Bless your dear rich soul.

Nancy Lee,
Only because I used you as a crutch when I couldn't stand alone. Thank you sweet friend.

SC,
So I was wrong...I wasn't on a black list.

Seriously, I am humbled by your remark and am overwhelmed by your sympathy. It means so much to me, thank you dear girl.

Sandra,
Indeed your words mattered a lot. Thank you so much for that.

Karen,
You are one of the best. Thank you for your consistent support and for being there with hugs. I won't ever forget.

suthern,
Wow...thank you so much for that.

Barry,
I couldn't have done it without you, all of you. And you are so right in what you say. Thank you my man.

Sy,
well...I put the passion in it, the words need work. But thank you very much.

Martie,
Your tender words mean everything to me. Thank you.

James,
Please know your prayer is answered and immensely appreciated. Thank you.

Charisma,
It is so nice to see you here and to get those special hugs of yours. Thank you for that.

Sue,
You certainly succeeded in your efforts of solace. And especially in friendship. I'm still ticked I'm too poor to visit Australia! But this is the next best thing. Thank you.

Noah,
When it comes to tender hearts...you excel. Thank you for that, always.

Kethry,
My other first rate reason for wanting to visit Australia! Such generous thoughts...thank you.

Lyra,
And nobody knows any better than you dear friend. So true and thank you, thank you.

Show you care to those you love...today.

passing shadows
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since 1999-08-26

Posts 45577
displaced

23 posted 2002-06-26 05:04 AM

I think we all knew what was in your heart before you put it into words right here Larry. I'm glad I could contribute a little.

Muys
Member

since 2002-04-06

Posts 389
The Netherlands

24 posted 2002-06-26 09:33 AM

Dear Larry and Nan

It is so good that you can wrote the sadnes you feel inside.
It is an ode to your loving daughter Ginger that you have inspiraten for tell us.
Thank you
I am thinking about you

Muys

Kellie_Cantrell
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since 2002-05-22

Posts 1667
New York

25 posted 2002-06-26 03:57 PM

awww. that was really sweet!~ Good write

Larry C

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since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

26 posted 2002-06-26 09:06 PM

passing shadows,
Yes, I'm glad too. Thank you so much.

Muys,
You have such a sweet and kind heart. Thank you so much. All around the world...I am amazed still.

Kellie,
Thank you so much.

Show you care to those you love...today.

[This message has been edited by Larry C (06-26-2002 09:07 PM).]

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