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ma miller
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since 2000-07-11
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0 posted 2000-07-15 12:18 PM


I composed this piece as a dedication to my brother-in-law one year after his brother unexpectedly committed suicide ...


OF BROTHERHOOD'S FEAST ...

The days ahead, bright as we will ever see;
Our remembrances, to light and lead our way.
Everything good remains, our hurt long forgotten;
For strength has returned from its lengthy repose.

Why's question never to be answered;
Why's answer forever to be questioned.
Quest for such and life blurs quickly;
Time spent better to echo lessons learned.

Man's worth not measured in gold's name;
But to carry the torch of memory's kin.
A proud name always given from your mouth;
For those not knowing, be quick to hear.

Others to replace, but not of your blood;
Here -- Take your fill of brotherhood's feast.
Our strong hands lay claim to your pain and sorrow;
So the light of your life be bright as we will ever see.


M.A. Miller
05.19.00



My calling before me, let quill be my offering;
For to be called poet, no greater gift to receive.

M.A.M.



© Copyright 2000 ma miller - All Rights Reserved
Janet Marie
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since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554

1 posted 2000-07-15 12:35 PM


wisdom and grace from your poets pen.
very well written tribute
love your signature quote.
take care
jm

There are places inside our souls -
that have never been touched.
There are places inside our hearts -
that need to be loved this much.
~jm~

Martie
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since 1999-09-21
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2 posted 2000-07-15 12:41 PM


Wise and well done piece MA...There are so many things to learn from life's trajedies.
Rex Allen McCoy
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since 2000-01-30
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Sippin a Timmy's in London
3 posted 2000-07-15 01:18 AM


A very nice dedication ... I'm sure it was well received ... some great advice to us all here as well

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