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Cross My Heart
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Cross My Heart |
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effjayel Senior Member
since 2007-09-30
Posts 1474At the Crossroads of Infinity 
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. Last night I gave Rhiannon a farewell kiss But before she went to sleep She gave me a big, long list Of promises I must keep She recited them one by one As we cuddled in the dark After making me swear they would be done I had to cross my heart We have got to watch a movie She wants to see “The Water Horse” Then go for dinner to KFC (And sit inside of course) I’ve got to teach her to drive a car And how I write poetry Learn the names of every star And both learn how to ski By now the tears had welled in my eyes And Rhiannon made me get on my knees Swear to God that you won't die... Promise Daddy.....Please ??? . "Ignorance is the Enemy...." |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Well, if your daughter's love isn't enough incentive for you to get better and get back to her, then I'll eat my 'halo'! What a wonderful father/daughter relationship you have. God bless you both! I do not know what your surgery is for, but before I underwent my quadruple coronary by-pass, my daughters were behaving and feeling much the same as your daughter has. A child's love can get us through pretty much anything that comes our way in life.  Love & healing hugs, Linda  |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
How tremendously poignant, dear John! Sooo sweet. No, you are not going to die, you will be fine and learn to ski! love and trust Margherita  |
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simon Member
since 2008-01-14
Posts 440London, England |
John, I love the relationship that you often talk about, with your daughter, I hope she reads these things and feels so proud. |
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Falling rain
since 2008-01-31
Posts 2178Small town, Illinois |
Aaawwwwwwwww this is very sweet. Im presuming that Rhiannon is your daughter. lol. hope things are going well!! Later Bro' Zach  |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
AREN'T DAUGHTERS WONDERFUL! Ida |
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effjayel Senior Member
since 2007-09-30
Posts 1474At the Crossroads of Infinity |
Guys I so want to reply individually but Rhiannon has worn me out over the weekend & I am feeling quite whacked ..I need to be up early in the Am....Simon, you know the time but for our friends across the water, it is 12:30 am and I have to make an early start... besides which I am rather emotional having read all the lovely posts to which I have responded I hope without missing anyone off the list...special mention to Zach before I trot up the wooden hill...keep at it lil Bro' later. John |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
too beautiful John,... your love for your daughter shines thru in this one, and her love for you does the same... I hope you are on the road to recovery... love RDB Be kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight......... |
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TomMark Member Elite
since 2007-07-27
Posts 2133LA,CA |
Beautiful poem, dear John. It is the love, the strongest power that drives us through up downs in life. You are well loved. So be brave, be brave and be strong. Your lovely daughter and your beloved wife are all waiting for you!!!  Many hugs. [This message has been edited by TomMark (02-24-2008 09:26 PM).] |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
That is one of the most touching poems that I have ever read, it was sooo good,especially the last verse. good luck John. Lindsay |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Enjoyed reading this...James |
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HopeS Member Elite
since 2000-12-22
Posts 4596Perth Western Australia |
So touching and heartfelt , keeping you in thoughts and prayers John Hope |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
Wonderful write John. You are indeed, one of the wealthiest men I know |
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poddarku Senior Member
since 2008-01-15
Posts 589india |
i really like it :a great piece with mind and head working together. clever talks delay friendship! |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Dear John...though my daughter, Michelle, passed on many years ago, she still sits next to me, a gardian angel true. I'm sure the living loving spirit of your Rhiannon, sits with you too. Your poem touched my heart. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
well, I don't know how to ski and really it's not one of those things on my list either LOL everyone should have a Bucket List, and keep adding to it, to make sure life is lived to the fullest each and every day and baby girls are just the best things in the world, aren't they? I, among so many others, hold you and your daughter in this time, pray you will come through just fine. |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
enjoyed |
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MJ Member
since 2008-02-21
Posts 60 |
Very touching...thank you, and my prayers are with you. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
 Holding you, Rhiannon, and all your family in our thoughts. Wishing you wellnes, John. |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
John, This is pretty good work. The rhyming pattern is interesting, and complex. Bobby |
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Alison
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
John, The love that you share with your daughter is a gift that you share with all of us. Thank you for that. Also, thank you for returning to all of us. I know that your days are going to be filled with KFC and learning the names of all the stars, but know that you are cared for lots here too. Your friend, Alison |
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effjayel Senior Member
since 2007-09-30
Posts 1474At the Crossroads of Infinity |
quote: Ali, you have to give to receive, I get that back ten fold from you guys, I am so glad to be back amongst my peers, I almost feel like crying, but happy tears you know? As for the stars….I have learned the names of so many in such a short space of time. Rather than write them all out, I will point you to them……if you look at the posts above, just to the left of each reply is the name of each star that burns so brightly within my heart & soul listed by their individual names….I know I am cared for here & I return that feeling with all sincerity, Thank you my friend John xx |
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