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Marge Tindal

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since 1999-11-06

Posts 42384
Florida's Foreverly Shores

0 posted 2001-03-03 03:01 AM

Know This !
~*Marge Tindal*~

He never did anything bad to anybody
Never intentionally hurt a soul
Oh, he gave a shove - took a shove
but always took more of it than he gave
Then you, you son of a fuddrucker
fired a gun through the window of his van
and blew him away
~
Sometimes - most times
it's something you read about in the newspaper
Happens to a stranger whose name you don't remember
the day after tomorrow
But sometimes - oh god, sometimes
it lands right in the front yard of your heart
The sirens aren't down the street
the television cameras aren't in San Diego
It happens in your friendship circle
And when the bullets explode
- the fragments cut into your heart
So where is the remote to change the channel then ?
~
Wherever you are, you son of a fuddrucker
forget that he was to marry the next day
forget that his bride-to-be now wears shades of somber
forget that he left four children in sorrow
forget that you took his life
But ... don't ever forget
that for the rest of mine
I pray that you will have to run
for the rest of yours
~ as a matter of fact - I can guarantee it ~

*In loving memory of Dr. Kent A. DeLong
February 2001

[This message has been edited by Marge Tindal (edited 03-03-2001).]

lucky
Senior Member

since 2000-01-17

Posts 1601
Idaho

1 posted 2001-03-03 03:22 AM

Is that a matter of fact... lots of tears... nice message Sis.

dale

[This message has been edited by lucky (edited 03-03-2001).]

Janet Marie
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since 2000-01-22

Posts 18554

2 posted 2001-03-03 08:02 AM

let the writing help heal your heart ...
let the anger keep you strong but not own you
let the memories hold your heart ...
and yes ... in the end ...
they WILL have to stand before a higher court ...
my thoughts and prayers to all in the loss.
hugs to you dear poet.
powerful writing...truth in your words.

Lady In White

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since 2001-02-12

Posts 2799
USA

3 posted 2001-03-03 08:13 AM

Marge, I did not know....

Marsha

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since 2000-07-10

Posts 7423
Maidstone Kent England

4 posted 2001-03-03 08:54 AM

Margie girl, Firstly what can I do to help, secondly what can I do to help you.

As always you have writen your heart, and if I can't offer anything else know that my heart is with you. ((((HUGS))))
love you dear heart

And I do mean if I can help call me
Wonderfully writen piece love
Take care love as always
Mushy

Take back the hope you gave,- I claim
Only a memory of the same
Robert Browning

SEA

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Member Seraphic

since 2000-01-18

Posts 22676
with you

5 posted 2001-03-03 09:44 AM

very painful to read this morning, I hope you are ok.......hugs and love to you sweet Marge....SEA

Mark Bohannan
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since 2000-06-21

Posts 7269
In the winds of Cherokee song

6 posted 2001-03-03 09:49 AM

YOU BET HE WILL!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so glad that you decided to get this out of your system my sweet friend. It is about time you let some of it go. I know that the pain is still very much there and nothing can take that away right now but we also know that certain "SEEN" knowledge will find a way to bring it all to the light of day. Love and hugs to you my dear friend. YKIAHFY

DreamLess
Member

since 2001-02-28

Posts 92

7 posted 2001-03-03 10:22 AM

really painful words ..

WRITTEN BY ME..(17 YRS HIGHSCHOOL GIRL)
EASY ON ME.. I'M JUST AN AMATEUR

ethome
Member Patricius

since 2000-05-14

Posts 11858
New Brunswick Canada

8 posted 2001-03-03 11:19 AM

God! that's so terrible Marge! The words of truth are pouring out of your heart here Marge. When it hits close to home then the tradgedy of it all becomes so very large and real.
I feel the depth of your painful anger and want you to know that I agree with every word! Love to you!! ethome

Denise

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since 1999-08-22

Posts 22648

9 posted 2001-03-03 12:19 PM

That such a tragedy has touched you saddens me, Marge. I'm so sorry. My sympathies to all.

BloomingRose
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since 2000-08-09

Posts 3092
Florida

10 posted 2001-03-03 02:18 PM

Marge,
So sorry this man lost his life. This struck very close to home for me. My father was murdered by some nameless face, for a few one dollar bills. Tradgedy that is so pointless cuts to the core.
I feel your pain, and understand the loss. Prayers for the family, for you, and all who are suffering.
Hugs,
Debra

Paula Finn
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since 2000-06-17

Posts 5546
missouri

11 posted 2001-03-03 02:51 PM

Sweet lady know that you are in my heart and in my prayers and that if it were in my power that fuddrucker would be standing before you right now...God knows Marge...He knows and while that doesnt ease the pain in your heart...his day will come when he has to face this judge of all judges...

JamesMichael
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since 1999-11-16

Posts 33336
Kapolei, Hawaii, USA

12 posted 2001-03-03 04:43 PM

Strong words Marge...I believe that Justice comes to those that deserve it...you can run but you can't hide...James

Greeneyes

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since 2000-09-09

Posts 9903
In Your Poetic Mind

13 posted 2001-03-03 10:18 PM

I am so sorry for this loss....be well and peace marge.....

***

Greeneyes~

"Within you I lose myself
Without you I find myself
Wanting to be lost again."
-Unknown

snowpants
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since 2000-09-16

Posts 2061
KS

14 posted 2001-03-04 09:41 AM

This piece practically moved me to tears, Marge...I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. And, yes, he will eventually pay for his actions. And, I hope you know we're all here for you, m'friend...take care!

sp

do I believe we'd be better off apart?
can I see my world without you in it?
baby, not for a single minute...

2dalimit
Member Elite

since 2000-02-08

Posts 2228
Mississippi coast

15 posted 2001-03-04 09:55 AM

I know what you mean. It can and does happen close to home. A friend of my son's was murdered the other day. The sad part is, is that many people are affected by one lousy "fuddrucker's" actions.
Melton

Martie

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since 1999-09-21

Posts 28049
California

16 posted 2001-03-04 11:54 AM

Marge my friend, I am so glad that you have put your feelings into words here, and have shared them with so many who love you and care. My heart felt love and respect go to you now, as always.

suthern

Member Seraphic

since 1999-07-29

Posts 20723
Louisiana

17 posted 2001-03-04 05:52 PM

The pain and strength in this one are astounding... and my heart hurts for your grief. Well written!

Voiceless
Senior Member

since 2001-02-19

Posts 686
Under the stars upon the wind

18 posted 2001-03-04 07:01 PM

so much
sadness in the hurt and pain..
Sorry to all who have ever
had to endure that burden..

~*Peachy Be*~

Gemini
Senior Member

since 1999-12-15

Posts 1203
Wisconsin, USA

19 posted 2001-03-04 10:35 PM

Marge-I am sorry. My brother is a police officer and he has seen more than his share. I feel your pain and Gods speed to you. Hold on to special memories and may time ease your pain.

Marge Tindal

Member Empyrean

since 1999-11-06

Posts 42384
Florida's Foreverly Shores

20 posted 2001-03-05 07:03 AM

Taking a moment to thank each of you for your tender,
thoughtful responses.

Please keep my sister, Lori, in your prayers, as Kent was her fiancé and her life has been turned upside down by this horrible crime.

Special hugs to Martie, Mark, Marsha and Michael,
and you each know why.
~*Marge*~

~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
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