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Trillium 
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA 
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She Brought us Joy Our mother died when I was small. I don't remember her at all. My sisters always said that she Was beautiful and I can see In pictures that they saved, it's true. I hardly missed her as I grew, But when my father said he planned To ask a lady for her hand, We were alarmed and then she came And life was never quite the same! We didn't know what we had missed! Or what it felt like to be kissed Before we drifted off to sleep. Her promises were made to keep. We didn't know how arms would feel That held you close and helped to heal The many wounds of growing years. Someone to share your times of tears. She brought a joy to every day And never passed a chance to say How dear we were and all the while, Her love for us showed in her smile. We blossomed underneath her care And every night we said a prayer, That God, who brought her to our door, Would let her stay forevermore! Published in Oatmeal & Poetry 1997 [This message has been edited by Trillium (12-22-2001 01:33 AM).] |
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Lord Kelath Von Saint Junior Member
since 2001-12-13
Posts 16 |
Greetings, and wow. this poem made me think. Was there a peaceful "let go" of the past memory, or did this bring more beauty to the "new member" as time progressed. i read this and many things came to mind. my feelings were mixed. never being in this situation, i wondered if... hmm? thank you for this. -Lord Kelath |
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Lighthousebob Member Elite
since 2000-06-14
Posts 4725California |
This is beautiful ... My mother died when I was two. In the small period of time that we were together, my mother took hundreds of photographs of me and kept very scrupulous records of every event in my life ... What this tells me is that my mother loved me very much ... and that has been a wonderful knowledge to take with me through life. God bless you and thank you for posting this poem. -Bob |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (smiles) Oh my gosh, this is sooooooo beautiful, your mother must love you so so much just the way you love her! (smiles) I still live with my parents, and I love my mom so very much! (big hugggssssss) God Bless You, sweet friend, we all love you so very much! You are a delight to us all and you fill us all with joy! (kiss on cheek) You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Betty, thank you for sharing! :heart;  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Lord Kelath: Thanks for reading this poem. It is actually written about my grandmother, who talked to me so many times about her step-mother and how it opened a new world for her. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
A loving tribute to your step-mother. An I know she deserved it. Bless you. Joyce |
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strbbux Member Elite
since 2001-12-19
Posts 3859 |
This is the most heartwarming poem I have ever read. How lucky you were that she came into your life after your loss. Merry Christmas to you. Floria |
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his poet II Junior Member
since 2001-12-20
Posts 18 |
Betty Lou, What a refreshing insight on step-mothers. Your grandmother was so very lucky to have found that love in another woman after losing her own mom. And what a great favor she did by sharing that with her family. Lovely poem. Cheryl |
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Unwritten New Member
since 2001-12-26
Posts 1California |
Very nice poem. I wish someone like that came into my life after I lost my mother. |
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L Tiuch Member
since 2000-02-04
Posts 151NY |
This is a beautiful tribute to three women who have made such an impact on your life. How fortunate that you all had one another to love and to honor in such a special way. God Bless. Linda |
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Apachecat906 Member
since 2001-09-04
Posts 217Michigan, USA |
Trillium (I'm sorry I dont know your real name yet) Well, I dont get teary very often, but somehow this was the poem I was supposed to read today. I love it, I don't know how to express why, except you made me think about moms and daughters and the different relationships we have with different people-- I guess I didn't realize how much this is a subject of my life right now. Anyway, sorry to ramble, but you hit a good spot in my heart today, so thanks! |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Joyce: Thanks for your comments. I guess I should have mentioned at the start of the poem, that this was about my grandmother and not me. She talked so much to me about her step-mother and suddenly one day, it became a poem. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Floria: I appreciate your comments. Sorry that I didn't explain, I was writing about my grandmother. I was not close to my own mother and I have thought so much about the stories my grandmother told me, concerning her wonderful step-mother. Glad you enjoyed the poem. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Cheryl: Thanks for your remarks. My grandmother knew how lucky she was and she treasured her time with her step-mother all her life. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
unwritten: Welcome to Passions! I will look for your work. Thanks for your comments on the poem. Sadly, not all of us are blessed with a step-mother, to carry on when we lose our own. I hope your time with your mother gave you many wonderful memories. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Linda: Thanks for reading and for your nice comments. Betty Lou Hebert |
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BloomingRose Member Elite
since 2000-08-09
Posts 3092Florida |
Beautiful poem. It brings tears to my eyes, because I am a stepmom. It sounds like some have a wonderful experiance as a blended family. Lots of challenges going on in mine, but this gives me a bit of hope and peace. Thank you for sharing. Hugs, Deb |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Deb: Thanks for your comments and I'm glad this poem held special meaning for you. this is my grandmother I am writing about. I was never close to my own mother, more's the pity! I too am a stepmom and it has gone amazingly well. I feel really blessed in that respect. Happy New Year to you and your family. Betty Lou Hebert |
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