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jbouder Member Elite
since 1999-09-18
Posts 2534Whole Sort Of Genl Mish Mash 
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Autistic shackles hold your little tongue From telling me the punch line of the joke That caused your fits of laughter to provoke Excited happy tears. You’ve never sung Your favorite Barney song, and when you clung To me that winter night when you awoke To fearful, bitter sobs, you never spoke A word of what tormented one so young. Although autistic shackles bind your speech, Your love is blazoned on your beaming smile. Although I missed the punch line of that jest, I laughed myself to happy tears. And each Dark night when you awake and fears defile Your sleep, in Daddy’s arms you'll find your rest. |
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Justbleu Member Elite
since 1999-08-31
Posts 3329Oregon, Originally From Alaska :) |
I remember this one!! It is very cute!! Poems about children tend to make me SMILE!! Bridgette  "Creation of woman from the rib of Man: She was not made from his head to top him; nor out of his feet to be trampled upon by him; but out of his side to be equal with him, under his arm to be protected, and near his heart to be loved." -Unknown |
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SEA 
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
This is incredibly touching.....I just love it. -SEALive,Love,Laugh :) ~SueB |
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BSC
Moderator
Member Elite
since 2000-02-04
Posts 2919New York, USA |
How perfectly you show the love of a Dad for his son. This is so very touching. Bonnie |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
This is such a tender and loving poem Jbouder. Though he may wear the veils of "autistic shackles", such wondrous gifts your son bestows to you. Your love and pride shine deeply through your words in this tribute to your son. Best wishes, /Kit |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
So caught up in responding, I missed the checkmark (guess you know I'm voting for this one now) |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
I love this one...someday would you trek over to the Announcments Forum and update us on your son? Last time you told us about the change in diet and what it was doing...we'd really like an update Jim.  |
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Ryan Member
since 1999-06-10
Posts 297Kansas |
This is a very moving tribute for your son. You convey your own emotions toward the situation excellently (I wonder if that's a word...doesn't sound like one, but I like it anyway). Ryan I like too many things and get all confused and hung-up running from one falling star to another till i drop. This is the night, what it does to you. I had nothing to offer anybody except my own confusion. —Jack Kerouac |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
I enjoy all of your work, Bouderwocky - but this one IS really special, isn't it??..* |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
jbouder, A beatiful tribute, this one to your son, I love the last two lines so much, I can't express how much...except, it says it all... I hope that you had a nice and happy father's day Regards, sudhir. [This message has been edited by Sudhir Iyer (edited 06-19-2000).] |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
amazingly perfect heartstrings in every line touching, and beautiful a reflection of your heart and strength take care, |
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X Angel Senior Member
since 1999-11-07
Posts 1521Oregon |
Oohhh this was wonderful! You're a good Daddy. ~Heather |
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Novacaine For The Soul Member
since 2000-05-26
Posts 122New Orleans |
dear jbouder, how absolutely touching and wonderful it must be to have a father that so adeptly and willingly tells of his love for his son... this is a beautiful piece and it's got my vote for the book... sincerely, a sad tomato you're such a beautiful freak... i wish there were more just like you... |
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Songbird Member Elite
since 1999-12-15
Posts 2184Missouri |
One of my favorite's of yours, glad to see it again. Hope you had a great Father's Day! |
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Brad Member Ascendant
since 1999-08-20
Posts 5705Jejudo, South Korea |
It's about time this one showed up here!! Brad |
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netswan Senior Member
since 2000-03-28
Posts 1369Washington |
Jbouder -- this is incredibly touching and well done and such a hard subject. Sweet love of a father ---so beautifully written. ~netswan |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
heartwarming poem that tugs at my heartstrings....love it, jbouder |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
This touched me deeply when I first read it and it still does. |
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Not A Poet Member Elite
since 1999-11-03
Posts 3885Oklahoma, USA |
Jim, I think this will always be one of my favorites. Pete |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Yes, this is very special! Denise |
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bsquirrel
since 2000-01-03
Posts 7855 |
You're obviously a great father, and not a bad poet, either. Mike |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
This is one of the most loving poems I have ever read, and brought tears streaming down my face , again. The poem and the father and the son are all the best! Liz |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Jim~ A very touching render ... what tender thoughts from the heart of a father. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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wayoutwalt Member Elite
since 1999-06-22
Posts 4870TEXAS (it's all big) |
i remember loving this one |
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Elyse Member
since 2000-04-16
Posts 414Apex (think raleigh) NC |
beautiful. completely belongs in the book. luv Elyse |
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Rosemary J. Gwaltney Senior Member
since 1999-08-26
Posts 997northern mountains, Idaho |
Tears. Tears. Your incredible love for your special son shines so brightly. Absolutely, this poem should be in the book! The spiritual wind that holds survivors aloft, plants the seeds from which bloom new hope ... R.J.G. |
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Rosemary J. Gwaltney Senior Member
since 1999-08-26
Posts 997northern mountains, Idaho |
I'm sorry, I didn't mean to post this twice. First time it ever happened to me! [This message has been edited by Rosemary J. Gwaltney (edited 06-21-2000).] |
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gothicmoth Member
since 2000-06-05
Posts 89 |
Oh my. What else can I add that everyone else hasn't already said. This one truly touched me. |
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Christopher
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
I remember this Jim... It still touches me... Bless you man. Chris |
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jbouder Member Elite
since 1999-09-18
Posts 2534Whole Sort Of Genl Mish Mash |
I want to thank everyone for your kind comments. I especially want to thank those in CA for their invaluable guidance in teaching me how to improve the quality of my writing. Jim P.S. PdV, I will post an update in Anouncements soon. Thanks for your interest. |
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warmhrt Senior Member
since 1999-12-18
Posts 1563 |
Teach, I've always loved this poem...it reveals the emotion behind the bond between a loving, concerned father and his child. A gentle, tender testament to your love for your son...it brought tears to my eyes the first time I read it, and now it has again. I hope he is still doing well. Kris the poet's pen...gives to airy nothing A local habitation and a name ~ Shakespeare |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
A wonderful touching heart poem! I'm so glad you posted this for the book! |
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A Romantic Heart Member Ascendant
since 1999-09-03
Posts 5496Forever In Your Heart |
Touched my heart, and it will touch many others! |
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Christopher
Moderator
Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
Just wanted to bring this back to the top... In all honesty, the heart in this makes it one of my all time favorites here... |
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Rosemary J. Gwaltney Senior Member
since 1999-08-26
Posts 997northern mountains, Idaho |
Your poem is exquisite! Your description of your precious little son's disability is written with such love and tenderness. I really thank you for sharing this! I am also the mother of a disabled child whom I love as you do yours. |
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Mother_Earth Senior Member
since 2000-11-20
Posts 13701/2 year Texas & 1/2 year Michigan |
I wasn't even a member when you first posted this, but I am so glad it found its way back. I am crying, but don't know why. This is such a beautiful verse and about such a beautiful child. See God knows who to send "special" childern to. Hugs, ME |
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