»
Archives
»
Open Poetry #42
»
My Daughter
| Open Poetry #42 |
|
My Daughter |
|
|
Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Yes, she is beautiful, intelligent and successful in so many ways. But I think I am most proud of her when she takes the time to feed that old, stray cat, when the opossums take food from her hand or a bird finds her shoulder a safe place to land. When every child in the neighborhood benefits from her kindness and generosity. The daughter who joins her mother in a good cry over a sad movie and yet, is a strong, outspoken independent woman who always tells the truth (to your face) and would do whatever was neccessary to protect her family. Word to the wise, do not criticize her husband. Not a smart thing to do. She was lucky enough to marry the man she deserves. Ida |
||
| © Copyright 2008 Ida Werrett - All Rights Reserved | |||
|
OLIAS Senior Member
since 2000-06-20
Posts 1090Pearl city Iowa |
A fine heart felt celebration of pride and love, well written and enjoyed. Regards OLIAS. |
||
|
graeshine2006 Member
since 2008-06-03
Posts 368The Prairie Lands, USA |
Sweet words from a sweet mother!  |
||
|
Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
I wrote this poem as a birthday gift for my daughter, Gina. My only surviving child. Her birthday is in Feb. and I plan to put it in her birthday card. The best part about this poem is it is all true. Ida |
||
|
OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
This is so lovely, Ida, in a million ways - well, so I thought until you said, "your only surviving child" - yes the poem is still so lovely of course, but I feel so very, very sad about the rest. Big warm hugs to you and your daughter and all her animal friends - Owl [This message has been edited by OwlSA (07-02-2008 06:14 PM).] |
||
|
2islander2 Member Ascendant
since 2008-03-12
Posts 6825by the sea |
Thanks Ida THe harmony of a relationship should be an example for many, I'm glad you and Gina are so close, I'm sure she will be moved by your enlighting poem. hugs yann |
||
Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
A wonderful write, my friend. I like the way you think! |
||
|
Ericc Member Elite
since 2003-01-31
Posts 4178 |
A beautiful tribute. Eric |
||
|
Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Thank you, Olia-so nice to meet you. Debra-I had a feeling right from the start that we are going to be great friends. Diana-Yes, I lost my first born son many years ago, he was only three. My oldest daughter passed away at 34 with cancer, leaving a ten year old daughter. life has certainly been difficult at times. Maybe that was why I was given Gina and three wonderful granddaughters and the cutest, sweetest great granddaughter you ever saw. Nothing can replace a lost child or ever heal that wound but we learn to appreciate the blessings we are given. You are such a sweet lady and remind me of my daughter when you talk about your animal friends. Kacy- I certainly like the way you think too. I try to soak up as much of your wisdom as possible. Love you all, Ida |
||
|
Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Thank you, Ericc, a true compliment coming from a poet such as yourself. Ida |
||
|
The Shadow in Blue Member
since 2006-05-18
Posts 493EL, Michigan |
Your daughter sounds like an amazing person, Ida. You wrote an amazing tribute to/about her. I'm sorry about your family losses,but am proud of your strength. Enjoyed ~Jill |
||
|
OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Oh, Ida - two! I can't imagine . . . Wordless, hugs, and tears. - Owl |
||
|
Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Thank you so much, Jill. I am sure I have told you before how much I enjoy your writing. Always look for your name. Ida |
||
|
Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Yes, Diana, My son was very young when he died but my daughter, Danielle was quite a remarkable person as well. I have written about her and one day when I feel I can handle it, I will post something. Ida |
||
|
A Romantic Heart Member Ascendant
since 1999-09-03
Posts 5496Forever In Your Heart |
No gift could ever compare to a daughter than such as the way you have written about her! She is blessed to have a mother like you! how do you think she got all those fine qualities you speak of? ~Hugs ARH |
||
|
Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
A precious gift from your heart, dear Ida! Your bond is a very harmonious one. Such a joy to read! She will deeply cherish your love filled words. Love, Margherita  |
||
|
Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
If I remember correctly, and I seldom forget such things, you have an Aquarius daughter as well. Margharita. Ida |
||
|
Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
ARH, Thank you for the kind and loving words. Ida |
||
|
XGarapanX Senior Member
since 2008-06-19
Posts 1435Antarctica |
What a beautiful tribute. ·´~`·»Garapan«·´~`· |
||
Alison
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Ida, I love your poems, but this one is so special. Thank you for sharing Gina with us. Love, Alison |
||
|
Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Thank you Garapan and Alison. Your comments mean so much to me. Ida |
||
|
JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Nice...James |
||
|
Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Thank you, James, Ida |
||
|
OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
I am looking forward to your post about Danielle, Ida. Hugs - Owl |
||
|
jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
Reading, in your replies, your life, makes me treasure so much more, my own. I've, and I, sometimes think mine has been/is harsh, but I know better especially when I read the experiences of others. Still, I guess all is relative; but inside I know better. Your trials help make ME a better person, my friend...enjoyed the read. j. |
||
|
passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
excellent  |
||
|
Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Thank you, Jimmy, I appreciate your kindness and your touching comment. Ida |
||
|
Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Thank you, Dixie. I always look forward to your inputand always enjoy your writing as well. Ida |
||
|
Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
a beautiful gifting from a beautiful person.. Ida, I'm sorry for your losses... but as you say, you have your beautiful daughter, grandchildren and great granchild to smile your days... I wish you continued love and laughter for your days... love RDB xx Be kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight......... |
||
|
Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Hello neighbor/Ida....Happy 4th! There is much love in your poetic words here...I'd say you are both very lucky to have eachother. |
||
|
Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Hi Martie and thank you. Happy 4th to you too! I am cooking right now for a block party at my granddaughter's house. I had to take a little break and found your very nice message. Hugs, Ida |
||
|
miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Ida, Your daughter is just the type of woman I would like to be! Beautiful poem and sentiments! ~miscee |
||
|
Richy Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 3050 |
Dear Ida, how wonderful and courageous of you to share so much with us. I bet your amazing daughter takes after you, and is so proud of you as well. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, and daughter. That kind of heartache just seems so unfathomable, and yet here you are, lifting us with your selflessness. You are a very special angel Ida, which I am so blessed to know. Rich  |
||
|
Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Yo Ida, Nice poem about a nice daughter. Bobby |
||
|
Spuddette Member
since 2008-07-03
Posts 112England |
Your poem was uplifting. Thankyou. |
||
|
The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
how sweet is the love between mother and daughter and how wise is the woman who holds such a wonderful child close to her heart you could have been bitter about your losses Ida, but instead you have loved all the more you are a remarkable woman and this a beautiful tribute |
||
|
vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
nice |
||
|
Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Thank you, Miscellanea for your much appreciated interest in my writing and your lovely comment about my daughter. Richy, You are such a sensitive person and a wonderful writer, Thank you so much. Thank you for always reading and commenting, Robert. Spudette, I am really enjoying your poetry, Thank you for commmenting on mine. Hi Lady, I think it takes a remarkable woman to know one. Thank you. Vandana, Thank you so much for always responding to my posts. Hugs to all, Ida |
||
|
|
⇧ top of page ⇧ |
|
| All times are ET (US). All dates are in Year-Month-Day format. | ||
