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Lone Wolf Member Ascendant
since 2000-03-16
Posts 5842Lansing, MI USA |
Even after eight long years < !signature-->My eyes still fill up with tears To the heavens I turn my gaze Please light the way out of this maze That I seem to be trapped in Somehow I must search deep within Come to terms with the past Allow myself to be free at last It took many many endless days For me to look at it a different way There was a reason that you died Oh since then how I have cried You were more than just my mother You were my best friend above all others This loss to me was very great Which is why acceptance came so late My heart still holds an empty space Where your love filled me with grace I ask for your forgiveness for the anger Which almost put me on a path of danger With the help of a good friend I saw that the anger must come to an end In memories that were filled with pain Happiness once again shall reign This one is dedicated to my mom who died eight years ago....June 2, 1992. I will never forget you. 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 [This message has been edited by Lone Wolf (edited 06-03-2000).] |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
I lit a candle for your mother and said a prayer for your comfort and encouragement, I know how you feel my friend, my dear sweet friend, I know how you feel. Kathleen [email protected] |
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Lone Wolf Member Ascendant
since 2000-03-16
Posts 5842Lansing, MI USA |
Kathleen, Thank you so much for the candle and the prayer, my dear friend. This has been a long road for me, but I think I have found the way at last. I know that you know how I feel...oh how I know. You are truly a wonderful friend and I am thankful that you are in my life. 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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Cyndey Member
since 2000-05-18
Posts 84Arkansas |
I'm sorry to hear of your loss... I thought the poem to be inspiring, and lovely~ through the darkness, comes the light... I don't remember who said that once, some poet long ago perhaps. I've never lost a parent, but I do know how it feels to lose someone close to you that you love. The void never really closes does it? a great poem my friend... Cyndey |
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tracie66 Member Elite
since 2000-01-18
Posts 4713Australia |
I'm so sorry for your loss, losing your mom would be so hard to get through. I can understand it taking awhile to get over such a loss, mom's are an important part of our lives. Take care hugs are sent your way. TC~ Love is the life of the soul... It is the harmony of the universe |
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Jana Tovey Member
since 2000-05-30
Posts 257USA |
I'm sure it was the great gift that your mother gave to you that allowed you to overcome your anger. This is a beautiful tribute to her. I hope my children will someday say these words about me: "You were more than just my mother You were my best friend above all others" Sometimes I think they feel like I'm just the mouthy dragon lady. Anyway, I enjoyed this. |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
LW, this is a wonderful tribute to your mum, I am sorry for your loss. *hugs* Je t'aime plus qu'hier et moins que demain." I love you more than yesterday and less than tomorrow (unkown) |
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Lone Wolf Member Ascendant
since 2000-03-16
Posts 5842Lansing, MI USA |
Cyndey....Thank you, I am glad some inspiration came through. I wish I could remember who said that quote, but they were wise beyond their years. I do not think the void will ever close, but I think I do learn to cope with it better in time. Thanks again, my friend. Tracie....Mom's are very important and yes, it does take a while. Thank you and hugs sent back to you. Jana....Thank you so much. I am sure when it counts and your kids look back they will forget all about the dragon lady and remember the one who nursed their wounds and eased their fears. Your words mean a lot to me.< !signature--> Dark Angel....snuck right in there, huh? That's okay by me!! Thank you very much and hugs to you. 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 [This message has been edited by Lone Wolf (edited 06-03-2000).] |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
LoneWolf~ This one lays close to my heart, as I lost my mother just four years ago. Hard to handle ... believe me ... when a special moment happens and you find yourself reaching for the phone to share it with her ... and realize it isn't possible to call her. So you send her a prayer and hope she gets it. So many memories you unleashed. Thank you for sharing, hon. *Hugs* for you. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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Lone Wolf Member Ascendant
since 2000-03-16
Posts 5842Lansing, MI USA |
Marge~ Sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. It is not an easy thing to deal with for anyone. It is very hard to handle and yes, I have had those moments when I reached for the phone only to realize she was not there. Many a prayer has been sent and I hope received. You are most welcome for sharing and hold on to those memories....they are precious, my friend. *HUGS* back at ya!! 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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Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC |
Lone Wolf I too lost my Mom about six years ago so I know how you feel, trust me my friend. I was only seventeen at the time...but I was quite aware of what was going on around me and oh the pain i felt and have since. but through the years i too have turned my life for the better and worked through the grief. i am glad to see you are doing the same. god bless you and take care! amy  ps beautiful poem!! simply beautiful. "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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PoetasterD Junior Member
since 2000-06-03
Posts 42Florida |
LW, This is a BEAUTIFUL and heart touching tribute to your mother! I am fortunate to still have the love, friendship and company of both of my parents and it pains me just to think of the day when I won't. God Bless You! PoetasterD |
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Lone Wolf Member Ascendant
since 2000-03-16
Posts 5842Lansing, MI USA |
Amy....sorry for your loss my friend. Such a young age too...that must have been rough. I was 20 when my mom died. Glad you worked through it all, takes strength to endure. God bless you too...take care, Amy. poetasterD....Thank you, treasure the time you have been given for those memories will see you through the darkness. 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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