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Crimson Tide |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States 
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Crimson Tide By Larry Chadwick Hope springs eternal I was standing in the crimson tide of grief, My mind a blur with thoughts of disbelief. I thought storms were usually pre-announced, But out of nowhere this storm had pounced. Stained by that which I had not expected, The crimson tide left me utterly dejected. I looked down at the swirling crimson tide, Because of it a part of me had died. I had to keep my balance, I dare not fall, Death was giving me a personal call. Already it had taken what I valued most, And left me feeling empty, almost like a ghost. I knew that my full attention was required, Lest the crimson tide took all that it desired. I raised my eyes and looked up to the sky, This crimson tide was not my time to die. It was as if the sky had opened wide, To purge from me the crimson tide. I heard Him say “He knew that I was stained. That by this crimson tide I had been pained. I must keep my eyes transfixed upon the cross, That is how He gave meaning to my loss.” Then I knew that all was well, The crimson tide a momentary hell. Don’t look down you will despair, Keep looking up He is always there. And if the crimson tide comes rolling in, It’s but a moment and He’ll be back again. June 11, 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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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
thanks for the reminder |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Let the healing begin, Larry. Hugs to you. I still keep you in my thoughts and prayers my dear friend.  |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
 Larry.The clouds never expect it when it rains, but the sea, changes colours, but the sea, does not change. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Heart hugs to you dear Larry. Good to see you posting in Open.  ~ Trace my body with your words, |
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INclan Senior Member
since 1999-07-20
Posts 1024Indiana, USA |
So true! |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Hope springs eternal, indeed. My kind of write, Larry... and I'm coming to expect the very best from you. Thank you. |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
nice to see you and even nicer to read you M |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Larry -- excellent writing! |
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Skyfire
since 2000-12-27
Posts 3381Riding |
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pictureme Member
since 2003-11-28
Posts 248Ohio, USA |
Hi Larry, So glad to see you in this forum! Wonderous words which shines thru faith! I'm very proud of you! Keep writing my friend! pictureme :-) |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
This really hit home Larry ... too often, we can be overwhelmed by sadness at the unlikeliest time, and become awash in our grief. I'm glad you've captured the reminder that during these times, if we look "up" we may find some comfort to help in the journey. Such a beautifully heartfelt write. Very much enjoyed. Best wishes and hugs, /Kit |
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GG Member Elite
since 2002-12-03
Posts 3532Lost in thought |
I do know this one, so well. And Amen to it. The fact that you know it must mean pain, though... so here's a Always, Alyssa He was a man of sorrows |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Chris, You're welcome. And thank you for reading.  Karen, Thank you dear lady. The crimson tide was just a thought flirting in the fog during the night. Usually there is no recall the next morning. But this one stuck so I used it. And I think of you a bunch. I pray all is well. Dark Angel, Thanks for the hug. I can use all I'll get. Nancy Lee, The opportunity comes seldom but is a joy. And thank you for reading. Miss ya'. INclan, I think this is the first we've met and you've been here so long! What is wrong with me. And thank you for reading. 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 |
Karilea, Your support and encouragment mean so much to me. Bless you for always being there for me. And thank you for the kindest of words.  M, It is lovely to see you and even lovelier to be read by you! You're the best. Skyfire! How fun to see you in my thread. I think of you often and pray that all is well. And thank you. pictureme, Awww. I find you in the main too! Thanks for following here to read. And thank you for your faithfulness. 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 |
Kit, See. Now that's what I mean. I find your character as striking as your writing. I wish I could find the words that tell you how much you touch my life. Thank you for being my friend. Alyssa, Thank you and so true. I heard the other day a saying that suggested a person could not be trusted until they knew this kind of pain. Made me stop and think... 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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Greeneyes
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
such a wonder in this....goes deeper between the lines....miss you 'round here.....hopefully one day you will be back to stay for a few....  ~~**~~ |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
thought storms were usually pre-announced, But out of nowhere this storm had pounced. Stained by that which I had not expected, ======================================= For some things...there will be no "warning" ... some losses are so great, the impact knocks the wind out of us. For reasons we may never fully know--life tests us and there will be no preparing...We have seen you stand in the eye of the storm, we have seen you pass the test, and then set the example of handling heart-loss with dignity and a quiet resolve that became a force of its own. We learn from you...we grow in your light. We thank you for that. " Well it seems as if we've been thru it all and back again ... now I know there'll be something more ... No more tears left to hide ... We have made it thru a long and lonely night. Better days ... are on our side ... Well it looks as though we're doing something right." Melissa Manchester I love you more the further I go ... before this existence ... you were always here inside of me. Nelly Furtado |
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MERCURY Member
since 2003-04-16
Posts 190Ireland |
Great stuff |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
This has such power and beauty in its words... but knowing the paths you've walked in its writing adds such poignancy. There is much strength here... in poem and poet. *S* |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Oh, Larry, you are one great big vessel of love and how I wish the red tides of sorrow would cease trying to sweep you away. Time is a great healer, my friend. I, myself, am coming to believe that. Sending you a bubble of loving pink Light, Linda |
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Startime55 Member Elite
since 2003-04-05
Posts 2148Alberta, Canada |
You touch the heart and soul with your words and leave behind a feeling that you have shared your inner being...It is great to read your words again....**hugs** |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
Amen Brother! JL She said: ”You look cute in the dark.” |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Lauren, Hopefully by July. And thank you for such kind words. JM, It's the once stained always stained thing. I mourn for others differently now. And my minds covers this topic in my sleep. Which is where this poem came from. I'm not trying to preach to the choir, because I know you know. I think there is recovery and I have that. But you don't get over it. The object now is to share. Perhaps there is value for others in my suffering. Just know that I am well and will never cease to be amazed and blessed by your friendship and insight. MERCURY, Thank you. Ruth, You are a kind and gentle friend. Thanks. Linda, Bless you. I gotta say that is my first bubble of pink Light! 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 |
Karen, Thank you for your faithfulness and your kindness it is truly appreciated. JL, Thanks a bunch. 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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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Nice writing...James |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Thank you James. 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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