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Sasikat Member
since 2000-02-02
Posts 290St. Petersburg, FL |
Two weeks ago my mother had open heart surgery. We didn't even know she had any health problems, so it was quite a shock. The whole ordeal really opened my eyes to whats really important in life. We often take for granted the ones we hold so dear. Nary a thought enters the mind of things we come to fear. Too little quality time is spent doing things worthwhile. Little things that mean a lot to others which bring them joy and smiles. Then one day comes a cry for help; you're frightened beyond belief. The flashing lights and sirens stab your heart - there is no relief. You wait for hours unknowing of the outcome you have to face. Praying and praying to God above to hold you in His grace. You're told open heart surgery is the only course to take. A triple bypass will fix the body's organ which is about to break. The surgeon comes to bring the news of the outcome of his task. Tears of joy fill your eyes; God granted the prayer you asked. You've learned a valuable lesson through this terrible ordeal. You've been given a second chance to show your loved one how you really feel. [This message has been edited by Sasikat (edited 03-12-2000).] |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Sas, this is a beautiful tribute to your love for her...very nice and an excellent reminder for all of us...take nothing or no one for granted, as it is all fragile and can be lost in a moments passing... oh how well I know... take care, janet marie ...there are places inside all our souls... that have never been touched... there are places inside our hearts... that need to be loved this much... Janet Marie *I miss you baby... I love you, always.* |
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A very silly boy Junior Member
since 2000-02-23
Posts 16 |
Oh, how true this is! And very well expressed too. |
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Beverly Member
since 2000-02-19
Posts 123New Mexico |
Sasikat, I will be praying for your mother, as I pray for all our pain (and joys!) in The Corner Pub! What a wonderful poem to remind us life can be taken without warning. Praise the Lord for his grace! About 3 weeks ago, I became a grandma. My little Lauren Elizabeth is in heaven now. I hope to have your courage to write about a difficult subject as you have. Very well written. Keep posting! |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Wonderful poem Sasikat! Praise the Lord for those second chances!  Denise |
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rich-pa Member
since 2000-02-07
Posts 317New Orleans, Louisiana |
so what do we learn? live each day like there's no tomorrow. beautiful poem my dear, i absolutely loved it and the message it entailed. rich-pa |
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Little_Spyro Senior Member
since 2000-01-09
Posts 659San Diego, CA, USA |
Wow... What more can I add to what everyone else already said? I agree with all of them, especially Janet! You've got a heart far bigger than mine, that's for sure...I'll be praying for your mom too!  I wonder if prayers from dragons are worth less than humans'...or if they're all the same? I hope it's the latter! Little Spyro T. Dragon |
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childomine Senior Member
since 2000-01-25
Posts 818st. petersburg, FL |
How very often we don't see the value of someone or something until we are put in this kind of a situation or worse. It's very scarey. Your poem shows how you obviously love your mother very much. I enjoy reading all of your poems and look forward to more. I hope your mother know the love you have for her. God bless. |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
A wonderful tribute and a wonderful poem. I liked your message. Too often we regret what we didn't say. Well done ! Sending a prayer up for your mother's recovery. |
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Wikket Member
since 2000-01-29
Posts 340Santa Clara, CA USA |
Sasikat, an interesting poem about Carpe Diem...I hope your mother is doing well and you as well. 8) --Jamie "I know I should have told you But I was so afraid you'd leave And now there's nothing left to say Well nothing that you'd believe I never meant to hurt you With the things I couldn't say I promise you tomorrow While denying you today..." by Stabbing Westward |
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