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Without Effort |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States 
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Without Effort By Larry Chadwick For the memory I’ve closed my eyes to picture you, But you are not there. I’ve carried pictures too, And studied them with a prayer. Since you’ve gone I’ve adjusted To what it means to be alone. Things are so different, So much different than I’ve known. I’ve visited places that we shared, And found comfort in being there. But the effort of seeking you, Is for the memories we used to share. And then with no effort on my part, I close my eyes and fall asleep. Amazing what I find in the dark, It is so incredible I dare not weep. When I least expect it, I find you in my dreams. It affirms what I’ve always known, You were as special as it seems. July 26, 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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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Larry, I truly believe that she is with you at those times. I truly do. Yours was a very special father/daughter relationship that transcends time and space ~ and you will be reunited. Until then, she drops by for little visits.  Loving hugs, Linda |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
You live and write of beautiful relationships, without effort. |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Larry Your poetry touches, as always. I'm so glad you have your dreams!  |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
It's those memories and dreams of lost loved ones that keep us going Larry. This most certainly touched my heart. Hugs~ ~Somewhere in my heart I'm always |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Larry. This was such a sweet, tender write, and an honor of those memories......jo |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
"And then with no effort on my part, I close my eyes and fall asleep. Amazing what I find in the dark, It is so incredible I dare not weep. When I least expect it, I find you in my dreams. It affirms what I’ve always known, You were as special as it seems." The comfort you feel in this is apparent Larry. Very good to read you again bud...  |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Lovely writing Larry...James |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
beautifully spoken |
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~K~ Member
since 2004-07-27
Posts 148 |
I find myself at a loss for words. Just wanted to let you know I'm feeling you. |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Amazing what I find in the dark, It is so incredible I dare not weep. When I least expect it, I find you in my dreams. It affirms what I’ve always known, You were as special as it seems. =================================== I wish you could see the smile on my face... oh how well I know these little gifts... they come to us when we need them the most. I'll have to see if I can find something for you. love this write Larry.  |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Absolutely beautiful Larry. hugs, Chris Life itself is the most wonderful fairy tale. |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Sometimes it just works that way, m'friend. Listen to the wind, you'll hear the songs... |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
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SEA
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
"When I least expect it, I find you in my dreams. It affirms what I’ve always known, You were as special as it seems." great big bunny hugs for you... I loved this  |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Linda, Comfort when we least expect and most need it. Thanks. Kacy, Those are extremely generous words. Thank you so much. Martie, I think of you often. Thank you for understanding. Nancy Lee, So true. And thank you dear friend. jo, You are so faithfully kind. 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 |
Hey Dunc, Thanks for being around for my sporadic postings. And thank you for your kindness too. James, Thanks sir. Much appreciated. Dixie, Thank you. ~K~, I'm very honored to be visited by a brand new member. Welcome! And thank you for your kindness. Hope you love it here half as much as I have. I gotta find your writing though. JM, Every touch heals a broken spot in my heart. It's nice you touch so often. 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 |
Chris, How I appreciate your tender heart. Thank you. Hope all is well. Karilea, Indeed it does. Good thing too... And thank you muchly. M, Thanks, I needed that. Susan, Ahhh, you made my day! Seems you are asking some interesting questions lately. 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 |
It does seem that the images we seek slide just out of reach... until we stop reaching. *S* To everything there is a time... *S* Excellent write, my friend. *S* |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Ruth, Thanks. So true. I like that you still read. Hope to get hooked up at home before the summer is over. 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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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Beautiful Curse Every moment of every day ... you're still with me in every way. Time passes but the love remains, as does the need ... this goes unchanged. Warmed by the light that glowed with in ... touched by the words of a poets pen. Every moment of every day, you're still with me in every way ... (in my heart to stay) Every poem and song ... every rhyme and verse ... you're still here ... like a beautiful curse. JM/2000 ~~~~~~~~~~~ On Mornings Return By mornings light I rise ... and I feel you from the depths of my soul. While in that quiet moment, I know I am complete and finally whole. You're still with me every second, everywhere I look ... it's you I see. You are the breath that sustains, you are my poetic light of destiny. My day's new dawn ... my moon's midnight sky. My falling star to wish upon, my angel wings to fly. I see you in the satin clouds, I taste you in the rain. I hear you in the winds of change ... softly whispering my name. This love remains unfaltering, you're in my heart to stay. As you shine on me with the morning sun ... I smile for I now know ... heaven's not so far away. JM 07/2000 ~~~~~~~ (wanted to share these...both written after dreams) gotta love those "traces"  |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Sweet! Keepers both and dreams extrordinaire. And you're the best for taking the time. I love those as they teach 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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El_Campeador Senior Member
since 2003-01-29
Posts 761Ohio, USA |
Thank you for sharing this, Larry. May God bless you. Ben “We are all travelers in the wilderness of this world, and the best that we can find in our travels is an honest friend.” –Robert Louis Stevenson |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
You know that darn ole Janet Marie always finds just the perfect reply I know when I was so upset I couldn't remember if Willow's birthmark was on the left or right side of her cheek, no matter how hard I tried, I couldn't picture her face in my mind. She sent me one of my own poems to read.That night I dreamt of her and saw her clearly. Memories keep them alive and eventually we find a place that is comfortable but the space in the heart never quite fills, at least for me. I felt this and wished I could be giving you and Nancy Lee a big ole hug. (but can we wait until winter - wow, you guys have hot weather right now!) |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Ben, Thank you and he truly has in many ways. In fact, more than I deserve. Sharon, Yup, I'll say it again...you're the best. And thank you so much for understanding and caring. I'd wait forever just for a hug from you and hopefully that would be in a cooler place. 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 |
I read this awhile ago, and didn't have a chance to reply... but I promised myself I'd come back and read it again, and reply. So, here I am! The beginning of this reminds me of after my grandma died. I had spent all my life with her and then several months before she died I spent taking care of her 24/7 while she was in bed... and all the sudden I couldn't see her face. I was so mad at myself because it wasn't until I pulled out a picture that I could see her again. It had happened to me before, with other deaths, but never quite so extreme. With different reminders, certain smells or the way a tree rests, just-so, against a horizon, I go back into that short but deep and sharp mourning again... but when I forget her face it always turns up again, either as I try to sleep, or in a dream. Ahh I don't know why I said this much, but still, just wanted to thank you for the poem. It is powerful and beautiful and full of your love for her... Always, Alyssa Poems are made by fools like me, |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Alyssa, I like that you share your heart! And thank you for such kind words. You continue to inspire me and I do appreciate that. 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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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
Larry There is absolutely no doubt in my mind as to how special Ginger Michelle was. I would imagine she would have had the kindest of souls and the warmest of hearts, much like that of her father. Your words touched me deeply and how very well I could relate to this. Take care.........Sue I am in motion |
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MGROVES
since 2004-02-01
Posts 3802california |
precious, absolutely precious |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
(((HUGS))) |
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Snickers123 Member
since 2004-05-07
Posts 94United States-Iowa |
Beautiful... |
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