Open Poetry #6 |
~ Mother So Strong ~ |
poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
~ Mother So Strong ~ Three words come ringing clear when I think of who you've been - Always "dedicated" to your role as our mom through thick & thin... I look back to days gone by and I sense your silent tears - But we do have happy memories you've been "strong" through all the years. Our days weren't always sunny but you were there through all the rain - It's the rain that makes young flowers bloom, so it was worth the tears & pain... For me, you're my example on how to withstand strife - So many silent tears you cry, yet you carry on with life. You forgive no matter what, always smiling, standing strong - Reaching out with loving arms, sacrificing for so long... "Determined" as our mother, I just wanted you to know - I do appreciate the years you gave, and I won't ever let them go... ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ You sheltered us from rain, yet we blossomed just the same. We love you mom, Genny & Judy March 3, 2000 [This message has been edited by poetFemmeFatale (edited 03-03-2000).] |
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poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
Wanting to remain somewhat silent in Open, has been my intention...however, I wrote this today, and wanted to honor my mom by sharing it. Thank you for allowing me to post it here for her. |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Gen...what a beautiful tribute to your mother, I'm sure she'll love it |
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January Flowers Member
since 2000-02-01
Posts 209South Carolina |
This is GREAT, pFF! Silence is not always such a good thing...nice to see you posting! May I send this to my mom, too? [This message has been edited by January Flowers (edited 03-03-2000).] |
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poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
January - Feel free to share it with your mom. I think we should all make sure our mothers know their lives haven't been in vain, and it's best to tell them while we have the chance, instead of waiting until after they're gone, and then regretting we didn't share our hearts with them, and our love. Thanks so much. |
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tracie66 Member Elite
since 2000-01-18
Posts 4713Australia |
So glad I read this, it's just devine and was written well. Your mum will just love this...thanks for sharing it with us Keep all the windows of your mind open Anne Rooks |
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Cerenity Member Elite
since 2000-02-16
Posts 2637Escondido-California |
Hi poetFemmeFatel, My moms birthday was the other day and you just wrote what I have been trying to write for a very long time. I always want to say just the right thing but the mind does not come forth with words to tell her just how I feel, I to would like to send her your poem if it is ok? Thank you, Cerenity |
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Danny Holloway Member Elite
since 2000-01-15
Posts 2034Tulsa, OK |
This poem is really beautiful and I believe expresses how wonderful mothers are and that no matter what, they love you unconditionally. Well said pFF |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Lovely tribute to your mom...Heart warming. |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Knowing how much I would love to receive something like this from my three sons I am sure she will treasure your beautiful poem. James |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
A beautiful poem from a beautiful daughter Liz |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
PoetFemme~ 'You forgive no matter what, always smiling, standing strong - Reaching out with loving arms, sacrificing for so long...' I've said it before, I'll say it again ... Mom's are like that, yeah we are. Lovely piece of your heart. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
beautiful tribute to your mother... I liked the line in your dedication as well, "and now see the real beauty behind her silence." very poetic and wise. take care, janet marie When you see through love's illusions, there lies the danger... And your perfect lover just looks like a perfect fool So you go running off in search of a perfect stranger While the loneliness seems to spring from your life Like a fountain from a pool. Jackson Browne |
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HelmutB Senior Member
since 2000-01-06
Posts 964Canada |
You certainly showed how much you love your mother and it's done so beautifully. The ability to describe life with words is similar to painting a picture; both can be powerful tools. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
*grabbing tissue* |
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Marina Member Elite
since 2000-02-10
Posts 2245Pickering, Ontario |
This is absolutily beautiful!!! After my Dad died I was forced to help my Mom in anyway I could, but we had never gotten along since I was always"Daddy's Girl". But your poem reminds me of how hard she tried.A wonderful poem Femme! Marina |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
This is beautiful, PFF... and your advice to those who still have their moms is very wise... tell them what they mean while you can! *S* |
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Toyy Junior Member
since 2000-03-02
Posts 16Reno Nv. |
This really touched me, I wish i could send this to my mom but she passed on last year at this time on my bday, if you dont mind I would love to send this to my sister. although i know it will make her cry, I also know she will enjoy it as I did. Could you please hand me a tissue? God bless and have wonderfull day!! gil |
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Butterflies_dont_cry Member Elite
since 2000-03-06
Posts 3733Michigan |
You are a gifted writer and your mother sounds like a beautiful person. you created a touching tribute to her. |
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Alina Le Ann Junior Member
since 2000-01-30
Posts 40INDIANA |
beautiful poem!!! thanks for sharing it with all of us... I've always felt closer to my daddy and now through some hard times I'm growing closer to my mother so I totally understand your thoughts and feelings Alina Le Ann |
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RufffRyder Member
since 2000-02-25
Posts 143<------Over There------> |
First off,I would like to say that this is a very nice read pFF. Next I would like to say that I find some that replied here rather...rather...well I can`t find the words that describe a person that will say bad about one and then turn around and post with nothing but sweetness. Thank you pFF for sharing with all of us...even if some aren`t real! |
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poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
Thanks again to everyone, I really didn't feel comfortable posting this, but am glad I did. RufffRyder - Thanks for your comments...I do know what you're talking about, it's okay. That happens alot here you know. I know who my true friends are - and to be totally honest with you, there are many here who REALLY dislike me, yet they love my work, so what's a girl to do? ROFLMAO (wink) It's all fair in the end though! I simply appreciate anyone reading and commenting, it doesn't matter to me what they think of me, as long as they give me an honest opinion on my work, that's all I'm after! Lots of kisses to ya Rufff ! hehehe I'm like a duck, I let alot of it just *roll right on off* my back....Quack!! |
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