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Nightshade 
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach 
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 . . . One more year has passed without the tinkle of her laughter. Without her optimistic view - that there's a "happily ever after." One more season has slipped by without her face so full of love. A heart too kind for earth's abode, Now rests somewhere up above. We learned to dance and flirt with care - not hurting other's feelings. How to pray and to forgive Throughout a lifetime's dealings. She taught us far too much to list. Her life was a gift unopened. All she met with came away touched by words she'd spoken. Without her here she still comforts us. Our souls are bonded three. And time stands still in photo framed My mom, my sister, and me. . . - Chris Barker -2004 - in loving memory of our mother who passed away far too soon, January 25th, 1969. Miss Ya Mom!! |
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muted
since 2004-01-15
Posts 2949Elapsing, Eclipsing, Evolving |
~*~ a very pretty photo and a very beautiful tribute~*~ |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
What a Keeper this is... in heart, and soul! |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big angel hugs) Oh Chris, this is sooooooo beautiful, sweet friend, this made me cry as I know how it feels missing someone so long and I know your mother will always be guiding you from the heavens with your sister! (kiss on cheek) God Bless You, dearest friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Chris, 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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McLean Member
since 2004-01-05
Posts 484state of marital bliss |
Oh my goodness...is that you, the little one in the photo? Looks just like you, dear! Beautiful ache you have described here, and it's a pain I cannot even imagine... McLean |
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Chrissypooh Member
since 2002-02-19
Posts 80Canada |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
A wonderful tribute, Chris. Yes your mom is with you and Nancy Lee everyday...watching and smiling with love. She must be very proud of both her beautiful daughters. believe in what your heart feels... |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Chris, they never leave us when we are ready to say goodbye....Seems that something was forgotten, missed, still needed to be done... But the preciousness of it all is what they gave us before they left...all of the wonderful memories... Hugs Lady... |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Thankyou friends. She was one special lady for sure, and not a day goes by that my sister Enchantress and I don't think of her and smile. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
My dear little sister... I know we are both feeling a multitude of emotions today. Sadness at missing her..happiness with fond memories. And a thankfulness that you and I have each another. She gifted us with a joy for life, and a love of friends. Taught us how to wink for the cameras, gave us a love of classical music.. and a dance in our step ~ a true appreciation for the arts. Thank you for the remember...I love you Chris. ~Missing you always Mom, forgetting you never~ In the midst of winter.. |
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inkedgoddess Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-19
Posts 7392Ohio |
so full of love. A heart too kind for earth's abode, Now rests somewhere up above. yes, some are just too special to be stuck here, and fly home earlier than we'd like them too..... and wow, i now see, that the two of you (u and nancy) are in one photo with your beloved mama, i now see the sweet resemblance in all of you |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
Oh Chris... How blessed this gold... For somehow, we all still feel that touch through you. TD |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
NancyLee  inkedgoddess & TD....thankyou so much. |
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1slick_lady Member Ascendant
since 2000-12-22
Posts 6088standing on a shadow's lace |
this is a picture...to a heart...hugs...h |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Lovely...James |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Nightshade - my thoughts are with you Chris... BC |
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Goodknight Member Elite
since 2002-06-15
Posts 2386Ohio, USA |
this is sooooo well done and so full of emotions - thanks for sharing this - paul |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Helen, James, Bill & Paul - thankyou so much for reading and commenting. hugs! |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Awwww Chris, thank you for sharing this. This is a beautiful poem. |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Dear Chris, Thank you for sharing your memories and all the love that you've known. I am sure she is smiling and keeping you close under her wings. Isn't that just like a Mother! I am so touched by your poem, you wrote it just beautifully. Heart ~Hugs~ to you and your sister. |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Hugs & Thanks, Sue and Bluesy!!  |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
library...   |
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kayjay Member Elite
since 2002-06-24
Posts 2015Oregon |
I think, among your mother's many gifts, was the one she gave to both of you so that you still love each other. Many adult siblings do not. Hugs to both. Ken Through rubble and trouble and dark of night |
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Richy Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 3050 |
Chris there is no doubt that your mother was a special and lovely person. The proof lies in her two wonderful, and and beautiful daughters. What a loving tribute to such a remarkable lady. I’m sure she was an amazing woman. Blessings, Richy p.s. So nice to see you again! Love your new picture! |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
My sweet little friend, you have written your heart here and it's beautiful, just like your picture of your Mother, Nancy, and you. I am so glad that she gifted us with you and Nancy.  With love and hugs, Ethel |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Tears for a beautiful tribute to your Mom, Chris. Love to both you and Nancy ... Huggles, Marti I take no credit for my poems. Although I write them, I feel |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Thanks so much Marti. hugs! |
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