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To David, My Son
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To David, My Son |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296
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To David, Someday My Son…. Mission…overlooked or forgotten Sometimes, I’d like to…but… Simon says…love madly Then…a tap toe smile threads What might save the memory of scent? A thousand years of daybreak might point the way I’ve seen those years…in eight Felt bones of echoing touches Tried building a fire to warm us Short or elongated, we make it fit better Or try with hearts so wide… Lost in a clean elegance of thought Conforming to elusive, restrictive delights and All the while, knowing… Knowing there is never a winner Yet, cats sit outside the door with ears cocked The soul knows what the mind & heart deny I have to look for more…find that path Hobnob with what is not mine Find a way beyond the face of thoughts Compassion mends a leaking roof Slipping past any inner sentry I might employ Closing my eyes to better hear an abyss of Fleeting touches….”there is always more for me to learn” And I must….never fear being wrong In foresight of the abyss…there are stars like pearls Steamed by my own sea, I shall not complain About stinking volcanic ash…from which land rises Or the mansion I’ve never visited or wore Oh, how the evil one, never ceases to surprise me Yet, he lives from my careless sewing We talk, he snickers and I tell him I’ve built mind-towers He can’t get in…I won’t allow it… He laughs & says, he wants me even more… I think I have been informed again About an ancient dark…underground drugs and things of evil intent There on the ground lays a blood-smeared blouse with broken sails I point and say, “I shall be what you cannot imagine” Then tease him to dare me… He flips me a double dog dare “I go to the concealed” smiling an answer Hitching a ride on the back of an owl Waving good-by to a fleeting world Not knowing where I eat next And yet…knowing…all will work out in the end My name is very small, but, it is still a name I refuse to trade…. As the evil one is always there So to, are the everlasting rivers It’s ok to be who and what the angels gave you Of loving madly…perhaps only a crumb at first But as each new day begins So to, shall sing, the song of a new breakfast Even sweeter then before… Don’t trade who you are for any cost… Somehow my mission will be learned Before the swells of any storm It is within the eye that I am lost And by that, make myself free My mission is a spiritual window Perhaps built, just for me…by me You are my mission…or were Now it’s your time… Be as you wish…. You to, will learn There will be brief clouds painting the sky Your sky, is a canvas Paint over the clouds Look deep within wavelengths Paint the oasis for her Give her azure blue oceans Teach her to tie her shoes Then…let her go To wade within a river of love Love her madly Not with impatient hands But give her libraries Let her walk in…. Then my song will smile And all the words I’ve written will make sense Someday….my son… Remember...it is you the evil one fears [This message has been edited by LeeJ (02-16-2005 09:52 AM).] |
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Dark Stranger Member Patricius
since 2001-03-19
Posts 13631West Coast |
a mother speaks from her heart and god told him the same words before he was even born it is safe under your prayers lee j enjoyed you here |
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inkedgoddess Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-19
Posts 7392Ohio |
It’s ok to be who and what the angels gave you I hope your beloved david listened well youre a treasure chest of treasures  |
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choshi Senior Member
since 2004-01-01
Posts 1184New York |
Ahh Yes! and you do indeed "paint over the clouds" ~P |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
LeeJ Good morning sweet. If he sat for that he will sit for anything.  |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
Lee this touches |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
"Remember...it is you the evil one fears" You, Lee J, are a wonderful mom indeed. This is a great tribute to your son. I bet it makes his eyes water. I bet his wife will love this too. Excellent!! JL |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
LeeJ, my friend of remarkable wisdom...this just made me smile and want to hug you and my sons as well...thank you!  |
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MGROVES
since 2004-02-01
Posts 3802california |
wow lee~ gave me goosebumps~ very wise words and written at a very good time thankyou~ ` |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Beautiful write lady.... |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I didn't have a chance to read this yesterday... I'm so glad I found time to savor it today. *S* |
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Susan Member Ascendant
since 2004-03-27
Posts 5104walking the surreal |
wise and loving counsel - wrapped in mother's heart - enjoyed this greatly S If I wander far enough, long enough, will I finally know . . . |
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Ericc Member Elite
since 2003-01-31
Posts 4178 |
Wow...this will stand the test of time. And be treasured reminder for your son...on what a mother's love is truly worth. Eric |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
He is so fortunate to have a mother like you, and believe me, there is no other like you. THis touched me deeply Can you come over on Sunday? Liz |
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DavePage Member Elite
since 2003-12-21
Posts 2917 |
Lee You capture so many messages and meanings here. Excellent. Dave |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Lee, you write with great wisdom and the feelings of a woman who has been in those shoes...knowing what the right things are and what to avoid. You have told the story very beautifully, something to be treasured and shared. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Well, normally, I would say "dang" but this deserves more of an Amen. and a Damn, Girl.... Wow... a slightly envious curtsey... a solemn, gee, IWIHWT.... |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Excellent write Lee!!! hugs~Nancy In the midst of winter, |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
"Compassion mends a leaking roof"... So much I could relate to here LeeJ...but this one line captured so very deeply the all there is! Excellent write! EXCELLENT!! TD |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Nice writing...James |
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