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I Have Never Felt The love
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I Have Never Felt The love |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida 
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I Have Never Felt the Love (Repost because it breaks my heart to read of so many who have not had this type of love to remember.) I have never felt the love That others speak about. I do not understand the pain Some profess that love has brought. I never felt that type of love But, I have memories that speak, Of kindness and thoughtful ways Of rearing youngsters in those days, Of being busy with just living And keeping life together. Memories of sharing thoughts, Of tears shed, Over loss of babies never born. Our daughter, so bright and yet Found life just too hard to stay. The son who never lived Beyond one day. Tears of sadness and then of Happiness, Brought on by little things. And although I often think of all of it. I do not dwell upon the loss But share the memories of love. jo perry Aug 14 2006 |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
latearrival - a most heartfelt writing, which shows the softness of you. Left an impression on me... BC |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
A beautiful poem, a heartful of memories, and so very tenderly put into words. I'm truly moved by your hearts rendering~ Just lovely!! |
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Alison 
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
I knew that I would find something here and I did. There are so many good things to think about - I was telling a sister tonight how much joy I remember from our days together. Our family fought hard and loved hard. I like to remember the love as much as I can. xoxoxo A |
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Klassy Lassy Member Elite
since 2005-06-28
Posts 2187Oregon |
It is better to dwell on what has blessed if we can. It's a real learning process so full of challenges. I think perhaps we make room for blessing to bless again when we acknowlege it. I am touched by this write, because the expectations are so joyous despite losses suffered in regard to children. Love has a way of healing and strengthening from within it's own power in life. It often wears many faces, some we would not have ever dreamed. One thing is certain: it never leaves us where it finds us.  Thank you for re-posting. I am struggling a bit with the blues this evening and this got my attention. ~K |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Bill, Blues, Alison and klassy, thank you so much.I wanted to show there are good relationships and life can be better. I know there is a good life ahead for all. I hope this did help some one a little. sincerely jo |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Thanks Bill, I hope you never become deaf and need a hearing aid, but at least she found it. Thanks Late for popping in and I'm glad you had a laugh, a laugh is good for the soul. Thanks Yann, you always come up with a great comment, and they are always appreciated. Have a great day folks and take care. Lindsay |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
quote: A wonderful, insightful and uplifting sharing of love, dear Martyo. love, Margherita |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
This really touches my heart, dear lady! *S* |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Dear Late, that is such a poignant, heart touching poem my dear, sad but beautifuly written. I really feel for you. All the best love and a big hug. Lindsay |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Margherita,Suthern and Lindsay, Thank you. life is for the living and it is our choice if we want to live it or dwell on the past. I have tried to live by these words. Sometimes you have to wear a fake smile but if you do it long enough it works out for the better. latearrival [This message has been edited by latearrival (12-05-2009 07:35 PM).] |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Exhale. Even though I am oft determined to keep to my own path, I think I would be forgiven if I follow in your footprints for a bit. It would be natural, anyhow. Even birds flying south fly in the Vee formation--the stronger bird taking lead as the others fall in line accordingly. I'll stop philosophizing and just thank you for your wisdom and perspective, Jo. Much love to you. You write real. |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
good read  |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Dear late, This poem touches my heart and might have come from my heart. So close to my own thoughts. Ida |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
"Sometimes you have to wear a fake smile but if you do it long enougth it works out for the better. latearrival " So very true~~  M |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Karen, you are too too gracious to me. I was a little Methodist kid and lived my life very carefully. I married two months before I turned 17 but I prayed all te time that I would be a good wife and mother. Sometimes I did wonder, but I knew deep down there was another side to me and I had to try harder. I knew very young that the people we hang out with would make us or break us so I kept to tried and true friends. All if alive are still friends. Good people. Love you a lot kid.. jo |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Vandana, Ida and Naked thoughts, Thank you so much for your kind words. I can think good thoughts but it is not always easy to live by them. I can but try and I have tried, with the help of the memories of my Parents I mostly succeeded. As a youngster I always asked myself, when I was making choices, "What would Dad think of me" I am no angel. I am sure he was disappointed a few times but he kept his thoughts and never admonished me. Sincerely, latearrival |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
This tugs at my heart strings, and is so YOU. Thank you for sharing these thoughts. xx,Kacy |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Kacy, thank you so much.You are too kind. Do I have your correct e-mail? Missing you. the best to you I think of you often. jo [This message has been edited by latearrival (12-06-2009 05:08 PM).] |
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Nancy Hardin Member
since 2009-12-02
Posts 58Nevada, United States of America |
Heartfelt, poignant words. And yet, you still love life and it shows! Loved this. |
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