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A Time to Repost |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California 
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I still talk to people frequently who do not know about Reye's Syndrome. During this flu season it is especially important to be informed and to make sure your teenagers are also. I am posting this poem and link to information about the disease for that reason. www.reyessyndrome.org Someone’s Child (in memory of Michelle) I read there was a miracle child undead I saw her smile from the newsprint her dark hair curled I could not read the screams that had rained on her spring with no sound her heart slowing to almost stop again and again and sleep far deeper than night Those who loved her must have wished her free of life in their secret souls lost hope to weight that crushed inside till death was in their eyes But she lived through the scream the unimagined soundless terror and found her way in darkness with no breath fought her way through chance and lived. My own gamine girl took to death so quickly that same year that same spring holding the same soundless scream inside her. Oh I would be the mother of a miracle child and not me ------------- Those of you who know me, know that I don't really wish to be someone's elses mother. Being Michelle's mother was a gift I'll always be grateful for. My friends Rosemary and Dale Gwaltney (both Pip members) have a website for those who are bereaved. Michelle has a room there if anyone would like to read more poems about her and see some photos. http://www.angelfire.com/zine/bereaved/michelleopen.html [This message has been edited by Martie (11-27-2009 09:38 PM).] |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Martie,I had to go back once again and read and look upon the face of that gentle child. You have created a beautiful memory for Michelle. And how wonderful of Rosemary and Dale Gwaltney to set up this space for you and your little one. Sincerely jo |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Martie - so heartwarming, and this write brought tears to my eyes... Bc |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Yes, God wouldn't have it any other way, he chose you to be Michelle's Mom!! Thank you for always bringing her here, Martie. Your poetry is lovely and heartfelt. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
With all of the new strains of illnesses to be worried over, this still is one of the all-time great worries. Now we have other worries, and this was a "grand" weekend of worry. But I've heard tonight that "all is well", so once again, we lucked out. The children of our grands all take care, but you are one of those who know that all of our caring may not always be enough.  Your more than timely repost, sissie, is always a call to awareness. Bless you! |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Thank you, dear Martie, your words touch deeply. Such a beautiful child your little Michelle and there are no words that might ever bring comfort for her loss. But what you do will help diminish the numbers of victims of this terrible disease. Love and hugs. Margherita  |
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Alison 
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Martie, I have been continually moved by your poetry to Michelle - yet today, I am even more so. The message behind your poem is important and I am moved to tears by your site for Michelle. You both are forever beautiful in my mind - beautiful in spirit and smiles. Alison |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Thanx dear one, yu always have your ears to the rails... Hugs |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Your words "gift" us, Martie M |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
Martie your "Michelle" poems always move me to tears thank you for this one. |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Martie, the tears are streaming down my face. I know it doesn't get any easier. Time doesn't heal. A beautiful poem, and so full of love. I would go on to the website, but am going to be busy with Daisy most of the day. She was a little stronger yesterday, and it looks as though she is going to be a little better still today. I just wish her back legs would strengthen soon, enough to walk by herself. Owl |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
I meant Rosemary and Dale's website. I have been on Michelle's many times. Owl |
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