In Memory of another Lost Family member (Tribute to my Grandma Rodeheaver)

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Open Poetry #31

In Memory of another Lost Family member (Tribute to my Grandma Rodeheaver)

the_loner_23
Member Ascendant

since 2002-06-08

Posts 5479
Jacksonville, Florida, USA

0 posted 2004-01-26 05:31 PM

In Memory Of
Frances Rodeheaver
March 7,1919 to Feburary 24, 2003

I remember all the good times with grandmother
Going to visit her
In New Wilmington, Pennsylvania
During the summer and sometimes fall

I would play in the grass
Roll in it
Play with my toys in it
Build little fake nests in it

At night we would try
To catch some fireflies
Put them in a jar
And watch them light up
Until they died
The next morning

I remember
The rabbits in her back yard
And always around
Was the smell of dead skunk
Phew!!!!!!!!

I loved looking at
All of her hundreds of dolls
She loved to collect
Of the years

I remember one time
Sleeping on a cot
Out on her enclosed porch
And listening
To all the night noises
Until I fell asleep

***************************

I inherited her Strawberry Shortcake Dolls
In her will
I guess she knew
I loved those
The best

She passed away tonight
But I just want to remember
The good times
Before she got sick
And died

So I sit here
At my computer weeping
As I write
All the good times
I had with her
But at least I know one thing
She is suffering no more
And is forever at peace

Cold hands means a warm heart

Mistletoe Angel

Member Empyrean

since 2000-12-17

Posts 32816
Portland, Oregon

1 posted 2004-01-26 06:32 PM

(big angel hugs) Oh Julie, you have shared so many priceless, precious memories with us all of your love for your grandmother, dearest friend, I know just like the smile on Strawberry Shortcake's face that she is always guiding you from the heavens with fondest love! (kiss on cheek) God Bless You, sweet friend, I send angel comfort hugs your way, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Julie, 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
But if the bright lights don't receive you
You should turn yourself around and come back home" MB20

Joyce Johnson

Member Rara Avis

since 2001-03-10

Posts 9912
Washington State

2 posted 2004-01-26 06:41 PM

A lovely write for your grandma. She must hve been lovely. Joyce

Midnitesun

Member Empyrean

since 2001-05-18

Posts 28647
Gaia

3 posted 2004-01-26 06:42 PM

your memories will keep her alive for you Julie
a good memory write, one to share with other family members

ThunderMage
Senior Member

since 2002-06-20

Posts 812
Canada

4 posted 2004-01-26 06:55 PM

We all know that feeling. The best thing to do is remember the good times and keep them alive in your heart.

What is life without poetry and adventure?
"Little sister" is just another way of saying "Guardian Angel"!

McLean
Member

since 2004-01-05

Posts 484
state of marital bliss

5 posted 2004-01-26 11:51 PM

Wow. Amazing memories and a life that lives on in you. Thanks for sharing!

McLean

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