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Larry C

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0 posted 2002-07-31 02:56 AM

The Tower of My Strength
By Larry Chadwick
Tonight my father lays dying knowing…

A man of deep emotion,
Softened through the years.
Tender heart to a fault,
Not ashamed of gentle tears.

Love beyond all measure,
Enough for each dear son.
Persuaded each as his favorite,
To believe they were number one.

Faults that were not hidden,
Shame that was confessed.
Honesty when it hurt,
The source of being blessed.

Errors that weren’t denied,
Weaknesses personally owned.
Traits that merit honor,
Efforts that should be cloned.

A life that I can emulate,
For growth that it reveals.
Then again my dad has always known,
How each of his boys feels.

July 30, 2002

If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

Mistletoe Angel

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Portland, Oregon

1 posted 2002-07-31 03:06 AM

(BIG HUGGGSSSSSS) God Bless You, sweet friend, I know he loves you and all his and your family so much and always will and I know if you could build a stairway you would hug him but know he will always be hugging your heart with his light and love and will never let you go! (sigh) God Bless You, dearest friend, you are in my thoughts tonight, we all love you so much!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

"Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..."

Shakira

mycafe
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since 2002-05-23

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2 posted 2002-07-31 03:12 AM

Larry this is very beautiful and touching...to hear of this very special bonding, you two are fortunate to have each other, indeed.

I will keep you and your dad in my prayers.

*big hugs*

mycafe

Keep counting your blessings

Gentle Spirit
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3 posted 2002-07-31 06:14 AM

Larry, wonderful write. I am sure that your dad has a special place in heart for each of his sons. Love and hugs to you.

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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4 posted 2002-07-31 08:34 AM

You know our prayers are with you...

Seymour Tabin
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Tamarac Fla

5 posted 2002-07-31 08:37 AM

Larry C,
A great write, enjoyed the read.

Enchantress
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Canada eh.

6 posted 2002-07-31 08:53 AM

~Love and hugs, to your dad, you and your family~

HopeS
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7 posted 2002-07-31 08:58 AM

A most loving heartfelt tribute Larry
Hope

Kethry
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Victoria Australia

8 posted 2002-07-31 09:07 AM

Why is it all the special people have so much pain? Beautiful tribute *Hugs*
Kethry

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

Marsha

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9 posted 2002-07-31 09:13 AM

Larry darling heart ((((hugs)))) you know darling boy that within your writing there is such strength and heart, I’m always awed by the way you compose your thoughts in this poem especially you’ve written them perfectly. The flow is superb the light touch of your spirit is in this darling and I’m stunned wonderful wonderful writing. I love it utterly utterly utterly. Such beauty in your soul darling man

I’m keeping him in my prayers and keeping you in them too, take care of you xxxxxx
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 earthquake wind and fire

[This message has been edited by Marsha (07-31-2002 09:09 PM).]

Martie

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10 posted 2002-07-31 10:03 AM

Larry

A beautiful tribute and poem of love...your dad continues to be in my prayers, along with you. Hugs!

Bridget Shenachie
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since 2002-01-23

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Kansas USA

11 posted 2002-07-31 12:07 PM

Larry--

So this is how you learned to love. This world will miss him.

Shenachie

Madame Chipmunk
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12 posted 2002-07-31 12:14 PM

Dearest Larry...
This is such a fine tribute to a man, who sounds from your description....to be so much like you.
Its clear, through this poem, where your strength and love comes from.
Your dad seems like an honorable and loveable man...just like you, Larry...

~ my prayers and hugs will be with you throughout this ordeal

Lyra

copyright2002 Lyra Nesius

"poetry is life distilled" Gwendolyn Brooks

suthern

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13 posted 2002-07-31 12:16 PM

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers... I don't even have to kneel. *soft smile*

catalinamoon

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The Shores of Alone

14 posted 2002-07-31 05:37 PM

Beautifully expressed Larry. I know that your love for your Dad will get you through this, and know that he is going to be reunited with Ginger when he passes.
So so sorry.
Sandra

Auguste

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15 posted 2002-07-31 06:04 PM

Larry, this is wonderful. My father also made each of his sons feel as if they were his favorite. He also softened as the years passed and he and I became the best of friends. You have my prayers and hopes, sir.

Michael

Bill Charles
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highways, & byways, for now

16 posted 2002-07-31 06:43 PM

Larry - this is very touching to me. You say of your feelings for him well. The best to you...

BC

Janet Marie
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17 posted 2002-07-31 07:04 PM

you are ... because he is
you understand ... because he taught
you see ... because he gave you vision
you can be ... because he believes
you will ... because it is his legacy

~~

heart-hugs

JamesMichael
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18 posted 2002-08-01 05:20 AM

Lovely thoughts...James

Tracey
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where insanity meets breeding

19 posted 2002-08-01 07:14 AM

What a loving tribute to your father Larry. He’s obviously a man of great heart and great love. He sure seems to have taught that to his children. You do him proud Larry…not just with this poem, but with the man that you are. You are the legacy he leaves behind.

You can never win or lose
If you don't
Run the race

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NewEnglandlazurlu
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A Mountain Paradise

20 posted 2002-08-01 08:26 AM

Larry ~ This is a wonderful tribute to a man who is such a part of your life and your soul. From your words of , it is clear to see why you are such a loving and gentle person.

May God's angels continue to surround your Dad and your entire family. Please know you are all very much in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs, Marti

Greeneyes

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In Your Poetic Mind

21 posted 2002-08-01 10:35 AM

love to you and the family, will continue to prayer for strength and hope....

Peace dear freind

Lauren~

The ocean looks like a thousand diamonds strewn across a blue blanket
I lean against the wind pretend I am weightless and in this moment I am happy

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