Open Poetry #48 |
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when the big hand holds the small |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
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* * * I tried to make a list of stuff-- how you came through when times were rough. The presents which you gave to me, with so much thought, yet casually. I hated when you'd go to school. but learned to tell the time that way-- I'd watched the hands and wish they'd move faster, wishing days away After noon meant you'd come home and tell me tales of the uknown. "When the big hand holds the small" Dad taught me that meant noon began-- I was so sad when you were gone. I tried to sing the songs we sang. It didn't feel right without you. I tried to color without you, but could not tell my greens from blue-- for I was born with sickly eyes, and could not tell yellow from white. Always,I relied on you. "Nope--that's green, this one is blue." You helped me with so many things... like how to make a bow from string. You taught me how to tie my shoes, so patiently, "just make a loop, then just wind the other through-- "You did it! See, I know that you can do almost anything!" Remember how we used to sing while drawing pictures in the hall? Ballerinas lean and tall. long necks, and tutu elegance You told me stories of events and we played "Truth or Consequence" and games of "Battle" with the cards. You taught me how to cross the street, and held my hand 'til I could see after I had surgery, I was surprised with two good eyes--you'd drawn pictures just for me... "Karen's home--YAY--Kay Kay's HOME!" I remember perfectly. You made a fist protectively while other kids would laugh at me. I had to wear that patch and we watched that show called "Doctari" Again, you were encouraging: "You are a lion, Kay...okay?" And I would end up giggling 'til happy tears rolled down my cheeks. "Clarence, he is just like you. you're so lucky? You get TWO when other people see just one, you see double--twice the fun!" With no you? There'd be no me. My gem and I--two hearts--one beat. "When the big hand holds the small..." (I never did grow very tall) Just one last thing I have to say-- that is how I learned to pray. Two hands together, every day: "Dear God, please keep my sister safe." * * * Happy Birthday, to Twisted Sister 2 * * * [This message has been edited by serenity blaze (05-30-2012 04:49 PM).] |
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Startime1955 Senior Member
since 2012-04-22
Posts 1072Alberta, Canada |
This is so very beautiful that I am sure she loves it no matter where she is...wonderful and heartfelt writing...*HUGS* *may our dreams ever be magical* |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
I hope she does, I hope she knows--I just had to zoom over there to leave her a gift. (Which is..wrapped, and I so seldom wrap my gifts, and she will make note of that, I am sure.) I hope I spoke for little sisters, everywhere. I would hope all little sisters can say the same of their big sisters. But I am very lucky. I love her very much. Thank you, Karen, for reading. ![]() |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
This is enchanting and besides that it is just downright cute. I love this beautiful side of you, Karen, I truly do. Damn, you put a lump in my throat. ~*~ If they give you lined paper, write sideways. ~*~ |
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icebox Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 4383in the shadows |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
![]() I just got back, and damn if we didn't just make another memory! ![]() I love my Eva 4-eva. Thanks again for reading. She really is that goood. ![]() |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Eva? sister or friend? I loved this tribute to a big sister. jo |
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ebonygirl Member Elite
since 2011-07-14
Posts 2000California U.S.A |
You are blessed to have a loving big sister. Enjoyed your poem, Smiling |
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suthern![]() ![]()
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
This brought tears to my eyes... I'm a big sister... whose sometimes-nuisance-little-sister grew up to be my best friend. *S* I hope she (like you) remembers the good and forgives the rest. *S* Beautiful write!! |
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