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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States 
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It's Enough By Larry Chadwick For Ginger Michelle If I could touch you one more time, And express the love that’s in my heart, It would not satisfy my need, That we should never be apart. If I could look into your eyes, And share with you my tears, I would still feel incomplete, As I finish out my years. If I could hold your hand again, And stroll a lane with you, It would never be enough, I’d want to walk forever too. If I could hear you laugh once more, And chuckle at your jokes, It wouldn’t satisfy the need, I’d fight my ache and choke. I cannot keep what I have lost, Nor can they take what I have got. So I will settle for my memories, Because they surely mean a lot. June 21, 2004 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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GG Member Elite
since 2002-12-03
Posts 3532Lost in thought |
Ah Larry...  I know the feeling of wishing things could go on forever with the one who's gone. Memories are the best there is, and yet they're also what leaves you with that empty ache. This is a powerful, powerful write... and I wish that ache could disappear. Always, Alyssa Poems are made by fools like me, |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Alyssa, Before I dash off for home a quick thank you and reply. I linger on the memories but when I sit to write... Well I find words and feelings that otherwise would go unthought and unspoken. Not sure if that's good or bad. But I know it's satisfying. Hope I don't depress too many folks. But thank you so much for reading and understanding. Peace... 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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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Larry, your words flow from your heart into those of your readers ~ and all the way up to Heaven...  Always feel free to express your feelings to we, your Pipster friends. It is a privilege to read your loving poetry. Love & Light, Linda |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Larry, each time we remember, we meet again with those we love.. because the heart never forgets. It's good to write it out... it's good to remember. ~Heart hugs to you m'friend, Nancy~ Something tugs at me, I've no doubt of that. |
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Sadelite Member Elite
since 2003-10-11
Posts 2519 |
Larry, This is awesomely written. I've felt those very things--I am very glad you shared this. It is not depressing, but rather, a lovely expression of love. Thanks, Larry. Sadelite |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
this breaks my heart  |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
A beautiful expression of love Larry. heart hugs Maree  The clouds never expect it when it rains, but the sea, changes colour, but the sea, does not change. |
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Kevo Member
since 2004-06-02
Posts 466Navarro County, Texas, USA |
Larry, This was a very heartfelt, tender write. I was so engrossed I read it several times. You have painted clear pictures of emotion, of your lamenting spirit, of grief to the "enth" degree, and of yearning. That is tough to do and you do it without pause. That is what love does. That is what loss does. When you write from your heart, you transcend all boundaries of expected writing leaving all who read reeling in your feelings and awestruck. This is simply an amazing poem. I am distressed at the content of your poem but know that time, our friend in many regards, heals ALL things. We are here in solidarity with you. You shall not fall on our watch, my friend. Warm regards and wishes for a better tomorrow, Kevin |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
You really made me think about this concept this morning Larry. A few moments more ... may only make one desire yet more. You've expressed this beautifully, with warm sentiments that touched my heart. A beautiful piece of writing here ...  Best wishes and hugs, /Kit |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Linda, Thanks. You know how shy I am. My introspection is about the "before" and "after" of my writing. Guess you can't reclaim naivete. Oh well, one could hope.  Thanks Nancy Lee, It's gotten me through. I'd a been lost without it and you guys. Sadeliate, Thanks. I'm not typically insecure about my thoughts. But that "before" and "after" thing was making me second guess. I appreciate you perspective a lot. Dixie, Seems you have a bunch of breaking heart stuff going on. Didn't mean to pile on. Peace and thank you. Maree, Thank you dear friend. I enjoy that you read so much of my writing. 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 |
Dang Kevin, Seems you've been here for years! You are a pretty amazing man. You know I'm perking along pretty good. I lead a blessed and happy life. Wonderful wife, friends, job and soon a brand new house. But when I write...well, I think about my daughter and my dad and out it comes. I had tears flowing down my face as I wrote this piece. But it just felt like my breaking heart healed just a little more. So I write on. I am pleased that you read and amazed at your in-depth response. Thank you. Well dear Kit, My debt to you is hardly paid. It is a joy to know that I've met a small installment on what you have done for me. It truly is my joy and pleasure that in some small way I touch your life. Thanks so 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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Susan Member Ascendant
since 2004-03-27
Posts 5104walking the surreal |
What a beautiful tribute. I could not imagine such loss, but I can imagine such longings. Peace to you, and may the sun shine on your path. Hugs -- Susan Happiness isn't something that happens to you, it's created from within you. Joy is a state of mind. |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee |
You inspire me. How could we ever get enough of someone we love so deeply. Love, Reg |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
I don't find it depressing at all, Larry. You did an excellent job of expressing love, acceptance and giving a positive influence to a tragedy...excellent writing, good sir.. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I have to say there is never enough time in a day I could wish to think about a friend I lost that was dear to me like your daughter was to you. It isn't depressing to write or think of our lost loved ones, in fact isn't it a celebration of their life? In wishing you could have held onto her one more second is not depressing, but a blessing for you both to remember and cherish. How many times I have said, "If I had, If only," etc., but it would not have changed the ending of the story at all. I love to turn the pages of that story over and over, even if the ending was not what I wished it to be the story was awesome  That must surely be the feeling you have as well for your daughter. |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
Hello Larry You must have so many wonderful memories of Ginger Michelle. Hold tightly to them my friend, and always remember that she is glowing with pride and love, especially when you put pen to paper and remember her in such a loving way. I can relate so very well to this, as you probably already guessed. We are so fortunate that you honour us by exposing your deepest and most heartfelt thoughts. Take care my friend Love Sue I am in motion |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
If I could hear you laugh once more, And chuckle at your jokes, It wouldn’t satisfy the need, I’d fight my ache and choke. Oh you!!! You made my eyes water.... and touched my heart so softly. You dear Larry, write the fondest memories... I'm sure your darling daughter is smiling with you. Big hugs, Daddyo~ |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Susan, The sun is shining on my path everyday. Thank you so much. Reg, Exactly and how delightful you are still here. Thank you. 'Deer, Ya' know a little reality check is good once in a while. And thank you for helping provide that. Sharon, As do I just thought I should check to see if I had worn people out. And you have continue to be a rich blessing in my life. Thank you. Sue, Thank you. Your kindness is important to me as are your writings, especially of your dad. Peace... :hugs; 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 |
MommyO, You do know how to brighten up a day! And bless you for being so kind. May your days continue to surprise 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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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
This would have touched my heart at any time... reading it today, I just thank you for saying what I can't yet put into words. *S* Hugs, my friend. |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Larry....It will have to be enough that I just give you a hug...somehow my words aren't enough. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Larry -- Your words were so expressive and true. Lovely bittersweet write. .....jo |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Ruth, You're welcome. But you know the thanks is from me to you for your support and kindness, not to mention for reading and replying. Martie, Well I'll always to a hug. But you do indeed underestimate your words. Thank you. .....jo, Mmm, thanks. That was nice. 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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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I cannot keep what I have lost, Nor can they take what I have got. ~*~ May you always retain your memories, Larry. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Karilea, Thank you and just in case, I'm writing down as much as possible! 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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