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If I Fall Asleep
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If I Fall Asleep |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States 
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If I Fall Asleep By Larry Chadwick For My Nancy Lee If I fall asleep not to wake, The world will still carry on. And when the Lord does come for me, Eventually I will see another dawn. If I fall asleep not to wake, The sun tomorrow will still rise. And I will count on those I knew, My memory to reprise. If I fall asleep not to wake, Then I will rest in peace. The pain I bore, Will finally have release. But if I fall asleep not to wake, Just one thing that you should know: I loved you from the day we met, And my sleep makes it no less so… November 25, 2003 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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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
 What a nice write!It's about time we saw your smile again.  Love ya, and you two have a great turkeyless thanksgiving day  |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Masterfully beautiful words LC....good to "C" ya.... |
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GG Member Elite
since 2002-12-03
Posts 3532Lost in thought |
I needed this right now... you have no idea. Thank you... its beautiful. Always, Alyssa He was a man of sorrows |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
"But if I fall asleep not to wake, Just one thing that you should know: I loved you from the day we met, And my sleep makes it no less so…" Hey Larry!!! It is good to see you! Have missed your kind words and heart. Stick around, we need ya... |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Larry, awake or asleep you write the breath of life. Keth Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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Greeneyes 
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
awww hiya -- you have been sooooo missed....and what a beautiful gift to give us and your Nancy Lee.....hugssssss HAPPY THANKSGIVING....  Lauren~ I had a dream last night |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
First let me say...how much you wonderful people truly mean to me. You continually touch my heart in ways so profound it defies the distance that we share. Thank you. To Kacy(the sister of my choosing), Bless you for your faithfulness and commitment to the truth. This will be my 53rd turkeyless thanksgiving! Barry(my gentle souled friend), You are a Class act. And that is a big C on purpose. Bless you. Alyssa dear girl, Bless your heart and may your trials pass quickly. Your response means more than you could possibly know.  Duncan(my smile making buddy), Thank you. I promise to work on getting back online at home. I have truly missed you and your antics.  Keth, Only you know how to humble a man who struggles with too much pride. Thank you dear girl. I hope you have an adequate supply of courage for your challenges.  Lauren(my dear friend with a big shoulder), The candle burns. Bless you for your kindness and faithfulness. I pray all is well for you. 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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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Larry~ An absolutely, wonderfully tender and touching read~ Happy Holidays sir poet~ *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ ~*When the heart grieves over what it has lost, |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Larry..first it is so very very good to read you again! Then may I add how wonderful and love filled this piece is. Your Nancy Lee is a very fortunate lady! Have a very blessed Thanksgiving..and please stick around. ~Smiles & Hugs...from this Nancy Lee~  ~I've loved you forever, in lifetimes before~ |
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icequeen Senior Member
since 2001-12-09
Posts 633FL USA |
So very beautiful. Very. Caroline the only man worth your tears will never make you cry |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
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SharaRose Member Elite
since 2003-07-19
Posts 2501Somewhere out there~ |
What sweet words to unfold before the eyes of the one this is intended. Lovely, lovely this is!  Love, Terri~  |
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ecrivan Member Elite
since 2001-12-10
Posts 3923my own state |
Inspiring.Wonderful words to share this Thanksgiving, enjoy your holiday! |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
I love this Larry...wise words for us all |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Larry, thisi is a beautiful write, and darn it sure is good to read your words again! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Larry, it was wonderful to see a title with your name next to it! You have been sorely missed around here! I have never read a poem of yours that did not move me deeply! ~ from cracking me up laughing to breaking me down crying. To read your poetry, is to experience a piece of you! ~ Remember now, this is an "angel" speaking! tehe Love you, love your poetry. God bless you and your family and friends on this Day of Thanks Giving! Love & Eternal Light, Linda PS ~ and please don't go giving us any more scares! |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
what a lovely poem for your Nancy Lee... so good to see you and I hope you are well  M Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Larry |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Dear Margie, Thank you sweet friend. Please know I think of you. Nancy Lee, How I miss this place. And it's largely your fault. Thank you dear friend. May you have a wonderful holiday. Caroline, I see you joined just months after me though I don't recall having met. Sorry! But thank you for your kind words. They'll help me wade through life. Chris, A flower is always a lovely gift especially when accompanied by your goreous smile. Terri, How kind of you. Your thoughtfulness is a wonderful gesture. Thank you. 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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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Martin, You are a faithful friend. Thank you kind sir. Dixie, Thank you for your kind words and happy holidays. Donna, Aw, thank you sweet lady. You are so kind to me. I've missed this place but am still not online at home.  Now Linda, Passions in Perpetuity. That's you PiP. I love your heart and your gentle spirit. And I always enjoy immensely your responses. Thank you dear friend. M, Thank you. You have taught me what it means to grow and I'll always cherish that gift. Bless you and happy holidays. 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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ParisGrl Senior Member
since 2000-06-01
Posts 610 |
Larry, This is a beautiful poem. Have a Happy Holiday. ~Laura~ |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
My goodness, Dear Larry! That was one very sweet reply to my reply! lol  You sound wonderful! ~ but may I suggest you drink lots of strong coffee so that you don't "fall asleep" for decades yet to come! 2 U 2Linda A PiP and proud of it! lol |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Love never really dies does it? It's a feeling that remains for all of our days, even when it turns away, there is a place, and a peace to make. You always write from your heart Larry dear, and this, warmed me inside and out. Happy Thanksgiving Day, I've missed you~ |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Linda, That better be som really special "coffee". Thank you kind friend.Lori, Life must be too hectic for us both. I have missed you as well. Hope you had a wonderful holiday too. And I do know you understand. 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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Kellie_Cantrell Senior Member
since 2002-05-22
Posts 1667New York |
Dearest Larry, You have amazing character and are the most honorable and humble man I have ever met. From pain that brought you so much sadness and tumbled into strength. The tears you shed the hugs you gave. The love that extends from your heart. All of this has made you the incredible person that you are. I am intensly blessed for the opportunity to have met you. You have been through so much, and have taught so much about love and loss. Love Always and Forever, Kellie Marie Love, |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
It is so good to see you, Larry, with these thoughtfilled words. |
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Ladycat
since 1999-07-05
Posts 782At the edge and a doorway,TX |
Wow, that was so moving. I almost didn't stop crying since that touched somewhere so deep seeing how I just lost someone special to me too. Thank you so much for making me see things from that light. God Bless Love, Ladycat Dancing is the loftiest, the most moving, the most |
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Deb Lynne Member
since 1999-08-19
Posts 180Where blue skies meet blue ocean |
I don't know where I've been to not have read anything of yours before....but I am SO glad that this was the first! You make me believe that romance never dies....Gotta look more of your poems! |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Oh Larry, I am so glad to see you. This is a wonderful poem. Does you Nancy Lee know how lucky she is to have you? Hope to see you again. |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggsssssss) Oh Larry, you truly are Christmas every day of the year to all, sweet friend, through the adversity you've endured this year and through the tears, you have only grown stronger and your father and Ginger and all your loved ones and friends like myself are sooooooooo proud of you! (smiles) God Bless You, sweet friend, you are an inspiration, 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 "You'll find something that's enough to keep you |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Oh, Larry... that's a lucky lady you have there. *S* This is so beautiful. *S* |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Dear sweet Larry, I don't know how I missed this wonderful poem before now. I am so glad to see your name here. You know what a hopeless romantic I am from reading my poems, but Larry, this is what LOVE is all about. True love is truly everlasting.....for forever and for always. Thank you for sharing your heart with us, and I will be glad when your internet is back working at home!! We all miss you, sweet friend.  Hugs to you and yours, Ethel |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Martie thank you. I feel so negletful of you. I just have no online time. Sorry. LadyCat, Well, it means so much to me to know that my sorrow has been a benefit to others. So sorry for your loss. Deb Lynne, Isn't it amazing that we have both missed each others work. I have no online time anymore since I'm offline at home. But when a get a chance... And thank you SO much. Smartie, You are too kind. She hasn't even seen it. So don't tell. Noah, Well dear friend, we haven't crossed paths in toooooooo long. And thank you for such tender thoughts. 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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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Ruth, Sweet friend, you never disappoint me. And thank you. Ethel sweet girl, Your responses make my day! And romantics seem to have a special understanding. Thank you so very much. 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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