Open Poetry #11 |
Remember, Sarah? |
Rosemary J. Gwaltney Senior Member
since 1999-08-26
Posts 997northern mountains, Idaho |
~ ~ ~ < !signature-->~ ~ ~ Remember, Sarah, when we held hands tight at the ocean-side as I tried to explain why your dainty little feet were being pulled out to sea with sucking sand, at the same time as water was rushing us in toward the shore? Remember your wonder? And Sarah, remember when we talked in the night in our sleeping bags about the night, stars and moon, and where had the sun gone, and how could the world be that huge, and God’s power and love for us so great! Remember your fascination? Oh, Sarah Joy, remember your saving of shells and seaweed, kelp, rocks and grasses; everything was so beautiful to you! Oh, mommy, keep this for me until we get home! The dash was always stuffed with piquantly scented treasures * * * We were blessed with six priceless years * * * Remember how you told me you wished we had time to live time over again, so we could have all our fun again here? Ah, sweetheart, I too could have had no greater wish. * * * Now, my precious daughter, it seems to me a very long time until Heaven. But we’ll be there together. We’ll sit at the feet of Jesus, and He’ll tell us all about everything. It will be all perfect joy; better than any Thanksgiving or Christmas here. And your sweetness, earnestness, your giggles and kisses, and our love for each other will be there for us to keep forever. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ The spiritual wind that holds survivors aloft, plants the seeds from which bloom new hope ... R.J.G. [This message has been edited by Rosemary J. Gwaltney (edited 11-21-2000).] |
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Lloyd Junior Member
since 1999-06-16
Posts 17Torquay, Vic. Australia |
What can one say, Rosemary ? This left me with an ache in my heart. The ache in yours must be a hundred times greater. Thanks for sharing this with us. |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Bless you Rosemary .. and thank you for sharing her with us... her smile and your heart shine in every beautiful line take care sweet poet jm There are moments ... when I Love you beyond the limits of my human heart ... ...you will always be mine. Collin Raye |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Rosemary that's a wonderful tribute to a wonderful little girl and I felt my eyes misting as I read about the wonderful times you had with her as mother and daughter..it's so hard because it's seems so final but I think you have the right attitude and you definitely have the faith to go with it.. I send you all my love .... may you reach your goals in peace and happiness.....ethome |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Rosemary--You capture a time of sweet memory and I know so much the feeeling so precious, never lost, set in time...hugs sweet lady! |
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Victoria
since 2000-08-12
Posts 5869 |
How blessed you both were if even for a short time to be able to share those wonderful moments together rosemary..my sis died at 12 and my mom wears a locket around her neck with a piece of my sisters blond hair inside..its been over twenty yrs but it seems like yesterday..HUGS ~Victoria~ A poem is never finished, only abandoned. - Paul Valery (1871-1945) |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Rosemary~ Dear heart, this is just so loving and touching. Sarah Joy ... such a lovely angel waiting for you there. Her name breathes the sigh of angels. Big heart-hugs ! May you and yours have a blessed Thanksgiving, my dear lady. Love to you and Dale and the children. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
This has touched my heart...you have written the words so beautifully...James |
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Saunni Senior Member
since 2000-07-11
Posts 1777West Virginia |
Awwww, this is soooooo sad but sooooo well written. I felt so much reading this one...stay strong and keep the faith. Sauni Sauni :) Have you ever known the color grey when the nighttime finds you weak I have, I've walked that road each time; that's where my angel sleeps |
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lucky Senior Member
since 2000-01-17
Posts 1601Idaho |
Yes my dear... all to well... for all our our loved ones lost. Writing isn't just something I do, it's something I am. To write of feelings that touch all hearts in some manner is my delight. -Marge Tindal |
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Rosemary J. Gwaltney Senior Member
since 1999-08-26
Posts 997northern mountains, Idaho |
Lloyd - I thank you so much for your care, and your response! You must have a very warm heart. Janet Marie - I appreciate you seeing my dear little one so clearly in my words! ethome - Sarah was a wonderful little girl, and I thank you for your words, your care, and your encouragement, more than I can say! Martie - oh, I know that you know! I wish neither of us had to know. Thank you. Victoria - I'm so sorry you lost your sister when she was 12! None of us ever know what anguish the other may have endured, until someone attempts to put it on paper, and share it... the thought of your mother's locket brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for your comments. And yes, I was most blessed to have had Sarah for six beautiful years. Many parents aren't given even one minute. Marge Tindal - thank you, Marge, for your comments, and also for enjoying her name! That brought a smile to my face! She was one joyful little daughter, as well as deep and thoughtful beyond her years. jmlee12345 - thank you too, so very much, for your words! Saunni - and I thank you too, so very much! By the way, I like your signature. lucky - I know you know, my darling husband. I'm sorry for the tears in your soul as well. With love, Rosemary |
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