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Little Girl Lost |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
How many times I have picked up this pen ... starting but never finishing ... unable to write thru all my tears ... If only I could write the words to heal, find the verses to give you back these lost years ... ~Little Girl Lost~ I watched you from across the room today ... I saw your beautiful smile thru my silent tears. You don't smile like that very often, you carry so many burdens on those shoulders of only sixteen years. And I watched you ... watching them ... I saw the left behind, hurt, look in your eyes. I see the way they look at you ... but they cant see past your mask, your protective disguise. You should be there with them, laughing and just being a teen. Not sitting here with me ... as your life passes you by ... fate must seem so cruel, so mean. It hurts me in a place so deep ... this never ending pain I try so hard to hide. But the way you handle each moment with grace, makes my aching heart fill with healing pride. I sit here each new day ... in awe of you, you are already so much stronger than I will ever be. You carry all your pain and losses ... and you do it each day with such dignity. I think back to the promise born in you ... and the dreams and futures that have been stolen away. The gifted violinist, the talented artist ... now a body tormented with pain ... those gifts seem gone to stay. Each day I try not to ask why ... I try to accept the reasons, the way you do. But God I would give anything ... if it was me who was sick instead of you. I've already lived my life ... you never got a start on all your dreams. It all so unfair ... still I must try to hide my mother's tears and screams. Together I know we can make it ... I know we can find the strength to get through. Anytime I think I'm lost ... all I have to do is see the light that radiates from you. You are the sunshine in my day, you are my reason and my rhyme. You give me hope to carry on ... by you ... my life is sweetly defined I love you my sweet Rachel Rene, more than you will ever understand. Well, thats not entirely true ... I know you do, I know by the way you just reached over and took my hand. Janet Marie for my daughter Rachel, who suffers from Fibromylagia and Myofacial Pain Syndrome, as well as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. (Diagnosed at 12) It is an Arthritis like illness that causes muscle, joint, and soft tissue pain throughout the body. As well as attacking the bodies immune system. She is a lesson in strength, patience, and dignity. Though too sick to attend classes at her high school, she is home tutored and continues to make straight A's as she did when she was able to go to school. I wrote this after we had a rare day out ... we went to the mall to have lunch to celebrate her report card. It was hard to see many of the kids from her school there, but she took it all in stride with her usual grace. This is the first time I have ever been able to write about this subject. Something's are just too hard to express. I would like to thank a special friend from here, who when I told of Rachel's illness-- sent me websites and names of books to look for new information about her health. As well as several long informational E-mails. Thank you Parker, you are a good friend and kind soul. I truly appreciate the time and effort, and you. **** I want to come back and clarify, so there is no confusion, What Rachel has is not life threatening... I know there are SO many parents who care for sick children and many live each day wondering if its their last. I thank God everyday I dont have to live with that burden. I just wanted to make this clear. I should have put it the post at the start. thank you jm [This message has been edited by Janet Marie (edited 06-25-2000).] |
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JulieAnn Senior Member
since 2000-06-12
Posts 754Earth 3rd Rock from the sun!! |
What a waondeful tribute to your daughter you have written,,,,,I am typing through my tears....hold the time you have precious.... take care.... Julie :) |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Janet Marie--hugs to you and my prayers are with you and your daughter...words are failing me on this, but I am an e mail away... |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
~Janet Marie~ Words cannot express how beautiful this is. What a beautiful and heartbreaking tribute to your daughter. She sounds like an amazing person to be so strong, smart and hopeful after everything that she has had to live through in her young life. I am truly sorry for your daughter's suffering, but, as a mother you must so proud of such a spirited, courageous girl  I wish both of you the best. And as always, Janet, you are a very talented poet and I am sure that your Rachel is very proud of youTake care, Melissa Honeybee |
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Paula Finn Member Ascendant
since 2000-06-17
Posts 5546missouri |
i cant write thru my tears |
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brian madden Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 4374ireland |
Jan, as always your poetry touched me but this went way deep enough to bring tears to my eyes. I am lost for words. What does one say what can on say except that you have so much courage, strenght and love in your heart. We take so many things for granted... we complain when there are others who have to struggle harder than us. Jan, a wonderful tribute to your daughter she sounds like a very strong, and brave young girl. I wish both of you well. |
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Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC |
jan, i'm trying to type thru my tears but i'm sorry im unable to respond here right now. please expect an email from me soon though. i love you! love, amy "Don't be dismayed at goodbyes. A farewell is before you can meet again. And meeting again after a moment or a lifetime is certain for those who are friends." "Fate exists but it can only take you so far, Because once you're there It's up to you to make it happen." |
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Trew Member
since 2000-06-10
Posts 365Ottawa, Canada |
Never underestimate the strength of a child, the conviction of a mind, or a mother's love. I see you two hold all three. My words will never do justice to the love expressed in that tribute, so allow me to simply say that I wish you both the best that life holds. Stay gold. Trew. |
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Elizabeth
Moderator
Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
Janet, this is so sad. I'm sure it touched your daughter, as it has touched so many people here. God bless you and Rachel! Elizabeth I'm grabbing my hat and coat I'm leaving the cat a note Quick call me a ferry boat-getting out of town! |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
JanetMarie~ Funny thing about God - She made special kids - and then gave them to special mommies ! Tender and touching, my friend. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
dear Janet; I'm so touched by this. I so admire the Grace God has given you both in the midst of this trial. My prayers and my love always, Ellie |
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Lorraine Nisbet Member
since 2000-05-18
Posts 218Jersey City, NJ USA |
Jan~ I am deeply touched by the courage and love in this tribute. Prayers and well wishes. ~Lorraine < !signature--> A great poet is nothing more....than a discovered amateur [This message has been edited by Lorraine Nisbet (edited 06-25-2000).] |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Perhaps, Janet Marie---through this young suffering, she has become a stronger and more spirit filled person...I believe through the negative there always grows a stronger possitive. I know you see this in her, I see it in you! You are a special woman...I admire you greatly! |
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OLIAS Senior Member
since 2000-06-20
Posts 1090Pearl city Iowa |
I cant express what I feel, J.M. except pride, sorrow, but most of all strength in the bond between you and your daughter. But these words just don't seem enough. Your spirit puts me to shame and I am deeply moved. Olias |
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Lone Wolf Member Ascendant
since 2000-03-16
Posts 5842Lansing, MI USA |
Janet Marie, So sad and heartfelt. Simply a beautiful poem you have written about your special daughter. She is very lucky in many ways to have a mother who cares so deeply for her. I am sure it is not easy some days to see her like that and think of that all that you dreamed she would be, but each and every day is a gift from God to be treasured. I know you will cherish those gifts and the memories. You have brought tears to my eyes also. Lovely writing. Take care. Lone Wolf Friends are friend forever if the Lord's the Lord of them and a friend will not say never cause the welcome will not end. --Michael W. Smith |
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Alwye
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Member Elite
since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
Oh JM, you have me near tears..your words are painfully powerful. I give my heart out to you and your daughter both. The strength in the both of you is obviously remarkable and I wish you both the best. *Krista Knutson* "Cherish your vision; Cherish your ideals; Cherish the music that stirs in your heart, the beauty that forms in your mind, the loveliness that drapes your purest thoughts. If you remain true to them, your world will at last be built." ~James Allen~ "We've made houses for hatred...it's time we made a place where people's souls may be seen and made safe"...~Jewel~ |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Dearest Janet Marie ... What a wonderful, heart-filled tribute this is to Rachel. You've expressed your emotions so gracefully and tenderly in this. I was truly captivated and touched by this lovely poem. Watch for an e-mail in a bit ... Best wishes Janet Marie & Rachel, /Kit |
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Denise
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
This one brought me to tears, Janet Marie. It is so tenderly written from a mother's heart. She sounds like a special person, just like her mom! HUGS to you both! Denise |
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Marina Member Elite
since 2000-02-10
Posts 2245Pickering, Ontario |
Jan, You and Rachel are an inspiration to us all. Just when we think are life is tough.......we find the strength in others to carry on. God bless you and Rachel. James is very good at at finding info on health matters! Who knew he would come in handy!!!!!! LOL  Hugs, Marina [This message has been edited by Marina (edited 06-26-2000).] |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Janet this is an inspiration to many! This brings tears to my eyes and much tenderness to my heart! It seems the ones who have so much to deal with like your daughter, have such a strong faith! They are a living testament to us all! God bless you! This was so touching, and I'm glad you found the words and strength to write about it! |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
What a beautiful poem for Rachel! It's amazing what children can handle isn't it? But then, she's your child, JM, she could be nothing less than spectacular, brave and sweet!!!  |
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LoveBug
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Member Elite
since 2000-01-08
Posts 4697 |
JM, this really touched me. It reminded me of how lucky I really am. It made me feel ashamed of the little things that I complain to myself about every day. Thank you for sharing this with us and opening our eyes. Oh yes, I also want to remind you to keep your faith in the One who watches over us all and helps us all bear the pains that this world gives us. As long as your daugher has Him, He will always comfort her. "We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars." -Oscar Wilde "The robbed that smiles steals something from the thief" -Shakespea |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
As others have said, I do not believe I could come up with words for this one that it would do it justice. The writing in it self is amazing-the feelings are just above what could be said by anyone other than the love of a mother to her daughter. My prayers are with you both. |
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Eloise Senior Member
since 1999-11-27
Posts 1096Wyoming |
What a tender and wonderful tribute you have written for Rachel. Very touching piece. |
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CocoBaci Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 3043 |
Thank you for sharing this one Janet, it embraces the depth of my heart. Coco [This message has been edited by CocoBaci (edited 06-27-2000).] |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
Together I know we can make it ... I know we can find the strength to get through. Anytime I think I'm lost ... all I have to do is see the light that radiates from you. You are the sunshine in my day, you are my reason and my rhyme. You give me hope to carry on ... by you ... my life is sweetly defined I love you my sweet Rachel Rene, more than you will ever understand. Well, thats not entirely true ... I know you do, I know by the way you just reached over and took my hand. ............. Janet, This is a very "feeling" tribute to your daughter...My best wishes to you and Rachel...May you see better days... You definitely touched my heart with this one...Janet, Take Care, Regards, sudhir Death, be not proud, though some have called thee, Mighty and dreadful, for thou art not so; - John Donne |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
How does one adequately say thank you for such amazing, sweet, understanding, and encouraging replies... the words thank you seem so inadequate at the moment. Please know EACH and EVERY one of your sincere words were heartfelt. Thank you for all the wonderful E-mails that were sent as well. I have said this many times before ... THIS PLACE IS MAGIC... GOD BLESS THE POETS. THANKS AGAIN, with love and respect, Janet Marie |
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Justbleu Member Elite
since 1999-08-31
Posts 3329Oregon, Originally From Alaska :) |
~Janet Marie...I loved this piece soo much!! For one I love parents who love their children with such deep love and caring!! I can tell she is your young treasure!! It was a pleasure to read this wonderful piece!! Children are a blessing in one's life!! Thank You soo much for sharing this with us!!! Take Care!!! HUGS!! Bridgette  "Somewhere, somehow, it should be possible to touch someone and never let go again. To hold someone, not for a moment but forever." Unknown |
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Butterflies_dont_cry Member Elite
since 2000-03-06
Posts 3733Michigan |
Butterflies don't cry but I'm crying my eyes out as I type....Jan this is beautiful and you are such a beautiful mom...no wonder you understand so much about Shane and Monika...Goodness knows I love you and you have just been tucked even deeper in my heart for this one, your strength is amazing. Marge said it best re: special kids and special mommies...yes you are and yes she is. These are painful diseases for adults...let alone children and to watch your child in pain is every parent's nighmare...**Angel wing Hugs** and you know I'm but a yell away... she has you to lean on and you have someone (quite a few "someone"'s) to lean on too never be afraid to ask. Love you I do! |
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EagleOne Member Elite
since 2000-03-07
Posts 2829Between a laugh and a tear... |
Wonderful words written by a wonderful mother for a wonderful daughter! God grant me the serenity to accept the people I cannot change, the courage to change the one I can, and the wisdom to know it's me. ~Unknown |
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Jamie Member Elite
since 2000-06-26
Posts 3168Blue Heaven |
I have had teardrops on my notebook and my keyboard as I have written some of my own poems, seldom however have I been so moved by the words of another..My brother suffers from Fibromylagia as well...God Bless You!! |
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Jamie Member Elite
since 2000-06-26
Posts 3168Blue Heaven |
Just a note to let you know: I had to come back and read this again it was so moving. I hope you don't mind but I made a copy to send my brother. Again a very heartfelt as well as heartrending poem. |
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JP Senior Member
since 1999-05-25
Posts 1343Loomis, CA |
Janet, Add me to the list of those in tears... Rarely do I respond to a poem and tell how I can relate to what was written, or how a poem expresses how I feel, for I often think those are thoughts best left to one's self. However, this poem has given me a unique look at a mother's point of view when dealing with a sick child - now I have an inkling of the thoughts my mother must have when her and I talk. The idea that I have so selfishly avoided her pain in relation to my own situation makes me ill (in my heart). Your work here has given me a gift, a great gift of sight, and compassion for her. Thank you. Yesterday is ash, tomorrow is smoke; only today does the fire burn. JP "Everything is your own damn fault, if you are any good." E. Hemmingway |
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Michael G Senior Member
since 2000-06-25
Posts 579Nashville |
Dear Janet, I cannot see clearly at the moment, your words touch me, such a tribute to your daughter. |
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tracie66 Member Elite
since 2000-01-18
Posts 4713Australia |
Janny~ First I must say this was a touching and tender poem...thanks for sharing it with us Second I think that is the hardest thing in life is to see our children in pain and sometimes there is nothing we can do or say to take that pain away. I send my love to you and your daughter and lets hope for a cure to her illness even if it's only to lesson the pain. Take care Janny girl luv Tracie~ Love is the life of the soul... It is the harmony of the universe |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Excellent writing Janet...I can feel your frustration but I can also feel the Love and affection between you and your daughter. Take care hon.... James |
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Jan Member
since 2000-06-14
Posts 114 |
JM I can only begin to imagine the pain that you feel for your daughter. As a Mom I know how hard it is to accept even the little hurts that you can't heal for them. You daughter sounds like an amazing young woman, as do you. |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Oh Janet Janet! I have been so busy I have'nt been posting on the board lately. I don't know what to say - I felt the emotion swell into my chest to the point it almost overcame me. What an amazing young woman she must be and you must be so proud. The following poem is one that we all know but it has always been a source of encouragement to me so I'll just quote it to you because of the positive moral values that it infuses in the heart and mind. If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs and blaming it on you; If you can trust yourself when all men doubt you, but make allowance for their doubting too; If you can wait and not be tired by waiting, or, being lied about, don't deal in lies, or, being hated, don't give way to hating, and yet don't look too good, nor talk too wise. If you can dream - and not make dreams your master; If you can think - and not make thoughts your aim; If you can meet with triumph and disaster and treat those two imposters just the same; If you can bear to hear the truth you've spoken twisted by knaves to make a trap for fools, or watch the things you gave your life to broken, and stoop and build them up with worn out tools. If you can make one heap of all your winnings and risk it on one turn of pitch and toss, and lose, and start again at your beginnings and never breathe a word about your loss; If you can force your heart and nerve and sinew to serve your turn long after they are gone, and so hold on when there is nothing in you except the will which says to them: "Hold on" If you can walk with crowds and keep your virtue, or walk with kings - nor lose the common touch; If neither foes nor loving friends can hurt you; If all men count with you, but none too much; If you can fill the unforgiving minute with sixty seconds worth of distance run - your is the earth and everything that's in it, and - which is more - you'll be a man, my son! I know you have a daughter and Kipling is writing this to his son who is going off to war. The spirit and the meaning remains the same for all. The love Kipling is showing here for his son is the same kind of love you have for your daughter. For that same spiritual reason I have to say I love you for loving your daughter so much. Your poet friend E. Lewis True....... |
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kat Member
since 2000-05-20
Posts 387 |
Janet I've read this over and over and everytime I do my emotions overwhelm me. I sit here writing with tears in my eyes not really knowing what words there may be to express adequately what I want to express. This is so touching, emotional and heart warming that I feel no words can do justice of what I want to say. She has been blessed with a beautiful mother as you and you have been blessed with a beautiful and couragious daughter as her. Your total and unconditional love shines through in every word of your poem. I hope that someday someone will come up with something to change her life and make it the way you've always prayed that it would be. Thank-you so much for sharing this with us. Take-care and my warmest of wishes goes out to both of you. kat |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Once again I say a deeply hearfelt thank you to ALL who have replied to this poem. I have been moved to tears every day since posting this by all of your sincere and wonderfully kind words. Many of you have shared personal stories with me in E-mails as well and I am so touched by that as well. We all have so many common bonds in here. We can all learn so much from each other. THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!! God Bless you all. take care with much love and respect Janet Marie |
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TerryW Senior Member
since 2000-03-23
Posts 779Louisville, Mississippi, USA |
Janet Marie~ A lovelier tribute I have never beheld, my dear. I know Rachel is very proud of it. Just rest assured, my friend, you are just as special to me as she is to you. Love Ya~ ~you reached inside, you touched my heart, and I am all the better for it~ Terry A. Woodson, Jr. |
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Corazon Senior Member
since 2000-02-02
Posts 1209 |
I don't know who could read this without awefilled tears.....big hugs for you and your daughter and applause for this poem |
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Danny Holloway Member Elite
since 2000-01-15
Posts 2034Tulsa, OK |
BEG, beautiful writing! A life isn't significant except for its impact on other lives. |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
Janet,such a powerfully moving poem that tugs at my heartstrings...i can only wish that i am better equipped with words so that i can comfort you, to ease some of your pain... i wish both of you well |
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Leigh Anne Junior Member
since 1999-06-15
Posts 48Scottsboro, AL USA |
This is truly a beautiful, heartfelt poem. As a new mother myself, I admire your strength and love, for my son's cries of hunger break my heart, when I should be so very grateful, that they are not cries of pain. Thank you for opening my eyes to this. I do know a little about Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue, being that my mother has suffered from these for years. Please email me, and I will be happy to get you some breaking news on a study being done at a local university. Remember the saying~~"A mother's love is next to God's love"....and your tribute is a definate testimony to that! God Bless you both!  Leigh Anne~~~ To be a mother is to accept your heart will forever walk outside your own body!" |
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redheart angrybraids Member
since 2000-04-16
Posts 410honolulu, hawaii |
okay, so, i'm crying, you two have got to be some of the most beautiful people out there, i know what it's like to go threw these hard deeds in life, my little friend/sister Dakota, her mother and her were in a terrible car accindent and Amy her mom died, Dakota was severely injured, and has to go to physical therapy for probably the rest of her life, she's only five, this year, and she is one of my hero's, she just hung on, and wanted to live, and she is doing well know, though it will be along time before she understands what has happen in her life, all that strive and all that care, blessed be us and blessed bring us to our healing day. thank you woman for being, thank you to your daughter who carrys on in a warriors way. Kindly, Redheart Angrybraids |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
thank you again so very very much...I am still so blown away by the response to this poem and so moved by all of your wonderful kind and supportive replies... I thank you from my heart for allowing me to touch you in this way and for helping me pay Rachel such a lovely tribute... thanks seems like such a small word in comparison. love and gratitude and REPSPECT to all jm |
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Marina Member Elite
since 2000-02-10
Posts 2245Pickering, Ontario |
I just wanted a second look at this exceptional piece! Marina It is a blessing to have wings for words, and passion in pen Marina Crossley |
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TexUS Member
since 2003-03-20
Posts 228 |
An emotional tribute...truly touching. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Dear Lord, you are both so blessed to have each other. I am without words, sorry. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I really don't know what to say, except through your writing about Rachael, many will learn the symptoms of these horrible ailments, and also that strength and love will get them through. Thank you too for your informative emails as well. |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
A reminder that I needed. Thank you for sharing this. "too bad ignorance isn't painful" |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Susan, thanks for the bump of this - I had only yesterday sent an email to Jan wondering how her sister and Rachael were doing. Jan has her hands full, (of love) and I guess she is busy out there spreading it around. I had forgotten what it was her daughter had and was trying to tell someone yesterday, and now by the grace of great karma, here it is! Wishing them all a wonderfully serene, holiday, and all of you too! |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
I swear, some of us females on pip have a connection that goes beyond great Karma.. it's like one of us thinks it..and another picks it up.. "too bad ignorance isn't painful" |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
It's good to read this again....Merry Christmas, dear Janet Marie...I miss you!!  |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Janet Marie, I am so pleased this popped up (thank you Susan). You, my friend, have an incredible daughter. And you have a daughter that has an incredible mother who (in this writing) has under estimated herself. I am so pleased you found the courage to write this as I found things about you and your family that mean so much to me. It occurs to me that she is now a woman. And I can't help but wonder how she is. Peace. If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Susan, Sharon, Martie & Larry...thank you for the bump and for asking about Rachel. So much has happened since I wrote this... shes 22 now. This illness seems to run in cycles...after graduating high school, she had a couple years of remission and she was able to get her license and a job, but at times the Chronic Fatigue makes things so hard....she tries to push herself and not give into it. She is doing better now, earlier this year she had another rough spell with the Fibromyalgia and has spent the last several months recovering. Last year she worked at job that took a lot out of her physically and her legs and feet couldnt handle it... After months of rest and physical therapy--her feet and legs have healed as much as they are going to and recently she had some very good news...she got the job shes been trying to land for over a year at a local, major company ... they have awesome pay and full health benefits that start immediately and offer college tuition reimbursement and many other great perks...its a job that lets her have a chance at a long term future with a company that you can build a real career with. She starts after the first of the year...and best of all its a "desk job" and wont be so demanding on her body as the previous retail jobs have been. Anyway...thats a nutshell update. Thank you so much for thinking of her... she teaches me about strength and self empowerment everyday.  Thank you for missing me...I miss you guys too...Im still taking care of my sis after complicated surgery. Her recovery will be slow. I know I miss poetry and interaction here, but theres just not enough hours in the day since my sis got sick. As we all know, life has a funny way of redirecting our priorities for us. I hope each of you have a wonderful holiday with your families. Happy New Year too... heart-hugs of the mothykind.  |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Way to go Rachel! Way to go! Merry Christmas to you all too, and here's hoping Trisha improves more and more as time goes by, and with that, I shall go pray for her (and you too lady!) Night night all. |
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