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Larry C

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0 posted 2002-10-18 02:24 AM

Family Portrait
By Larry Chadwick

It seemed innocent enough,
Never even thought about fluff.
After all, such a clever picture,
Would be a fun memory for sure.

So we lined up on the couch,
Making sure no one was a grouch.
Then she climbed on board,
A picture worth a thousand words.

Now I’ve been quite wrong before,
But this time was really hard to ignore.
Yup she did…she passed gas,
Mother or not she was on her #%&.

October 16, 2002

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

[This message has been edited by Larry C (10-18-2002 08:38 PM).]

Midnitesun

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1 posted 2002-10-18 02:28 AM

ROTFLMAO!!! I was rejected! told I didn't have permission to view mom's #@!& or whatever it was in that pix.

Fix your link, sweetie.

Larry C

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2 posted 2002-10-18 02:36 AM

Kacy,
It was under construction and is fixed smartie pants. Now you'll understand the poem!

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

Midnitesun

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3 posted 2002-10-18 02:40 AM

LOL. What a funny family. Laughter heals, so this family snapshot and poem should be posted in every doctors office.

Aromatherapy, anyone?

Larry C

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4 posted 2002-10-18 02:42 AM

Kacy,
No thanks we already passed!

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

Midnitesun

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5 posted 2002-10-18 02:49 AM

Hehe. I 'pass' by Porter Adventist Hospital almost daily, want me to drop off a copy?
Maybe if laughter were as contagious as staph germs we could win all Life's battles?

Larry C

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6 posted 2002-10-18 02:50 AM

Kacy,
Sure but I am a member of the church that owns and operates the place. Probably get recognized!

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

Midnitesun

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7 posted 2002-10-18 02:52 AM

Better to be recognized than overlooked.

garysgirl

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8 posted 2002-10-18 03:50 AM

Larry, I love this family portrait that you painted.....the pictures, too. Thanks for sharing the explanation.HeeHee!!

Love To All,
Ethel

Tracey
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9 posted 2002-10-18 06:52 AM

Now Larry, surely you were mistaken….women do not pass gas…it must have been one of your brothers, and your Mom got the blame for it!!!!
Great pic’s to accompany the poem by the way. Looks like it was lot’s of fun, even if it was a bit of an assault to the nostrils!!!

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

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regards2you
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10 posted 2002-10-18 06:57 AM

This is quite creative. The pics and the poetry, a good balance.

Laughter is my favorite state of mind.

Thanks for this.

Warmly,
Pat

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"Desiderata"

Sunshine

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11 posted 2002-10-18 07:00 AM

Names! I want names of all of the victims! I want the name of the accused, as well!

Precious memories...

Enchantress
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Canada eh.

12 posted 2002-10-18 08:48 AM

Larry...I love your family photo album!
This has been such fun...
I can well imagine the memories
that came back to you
putting together these poems.
Fantastic!
~Hugs~

~ Time has cast a spell on you
So you won't ever forget me ~

Seymour Tabin
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13 posted 2002-10-18 08:51 AM

Larry C,
You devil you, LOL enjoyed.

Earth Angel
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14 posted 2002-10-18 09:21 AM

Larry ~

You know I love this! It appeals to my sense of.....now, what sense was that?!? hehe

Keep 'em comin'!

Linda

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15 posted 2002-10-18 09:40 AM

Larry,

This was too funny first thing in the morning. What a lovely pic. A handsome family, all laughing and sharing time, sharing love, and oh well that thing too.

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16 posted 2002-10-18 09:43 AM

(giggles in delight) Ohhhhh, what are we going to do with you? LOL! Now let's see what picture plans they have in store for you, hehehe! (smiles) This is cute and so delightful, sweet friend, every one of your dedications is like a big hug to everyones heart, 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

VAS
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17 posted 2002-10-18 09:51 AM

And does this mother know that millions may view her 'defining moment?'

Whether on the shoal or on the shore,
I'll seek the lighthouse evermore.

Larry C

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18 posted 2002-10-19 12:49 PM

Kacy,
That depends on whether they see you or smell you!

Ethel,
It was a lot of fun. Then and now. Thanks.

Tracey,
I knew that was true of woman from the south. But the north?

Thanks.

Pat,
Ours too! And thank you.

Karilea,
Victims first: Ted, Rob, David(the coward that fled) and me! The accused: Marie! ROTFLMBO Thanks for the fun.

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

Larry C

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19 posted 2002-10-19 12:54 PM

Nancy Lee,
Nothing beats family! And you are so right. Thanks. Glad you enjoyed too.

Sy,
Well ya' know...when I was a kid they were a big production if we did them. Aaand they had to be called "putsies" not "f****". So revenge is sweet!

Thanks.

Linda,
LMBO Too funny. Thanks for sharing the fun.

WR,
Yup, we share it all. LOL It was a ton of fun. That's my mom. Thanks.

Noah,
You should know by now I'm hopeless! And thanks for participating in the fun.

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

Larry C

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20 posted 2002-10-19 12:55 PM

VAS,
Fat chance!

Not until I get to show it to her so I can see her response. LMBO Thanks.

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

NewEnglandlazurlu
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21 posted 2002-10-19 09:50 AM

Larry, you are indeed one very lucky man to have such a wonderful, loving and enjoyable family. Although, I'm hoping your Mom has a great sense of humor as well as smell!!!

I am having a lot of enjoyable moments with you and your family this morning.

Thank you, hugs, Marti

Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.

Martie

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22 posted 2002-10-19 11:23 AM

Larry

Big smile for this one!!

Larry C

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23 posted 2002-10-20 01:47 AM

Marti,
When we did the power point photos for dad's funeral...we had a butt shot in it. Mom just snickered and never said a word. She's a great sport. But then again with the for men in her life what choice did she have?

Thanks so much.

Martie,
With a nose plug no doubt! Thanks.

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

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