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I Want You To Know - Dedicated To My Grandma and My Family
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I Want You To Know - Dedicated To My Grandma and My Family |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA 
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Dedicated to my Grandma, Phyllis who passed away on June 15, 1996  I Want You To Know  My dear, Deborah, my first born, the most beautiful baby girl that I have ever laid eyes upon... you grew into an extraordinary woman, whenever you read Winnie The Pooh think of me and you when you were once the young girl with auburn hair in my arms, my little Debbo, always adoring you  I want you to know, Jennifer, my second child, that your humour and your exuberance brought tears of joy to my once tired old eyes and filled my empty walls with laughter, thank you for my Jason, my second grandchild, I have found in you a daughter and a forever friend, I will always be your Mrs. Beautiful, my fiery Jen-Jen .gif) You must know, Laura, my third baby girl, that although I rarely told you in life, I am so very proud of you, you blossomed into a lovely, strong and intelligent woman, you gave me my first grandchild, my Melissa, and, when the rain falls gently upon your sweet face, it is a proud mother's tears from Heaven for you, my Laurie Dorie I need for you to know, Christopher, my last child, you were the miracle that I had hoped for - my precious bouncing boy with blond hair and dancing green eyes, you gave me Brittany, my last grandchild, know that I am proud of your creativity, your tender heart and your lively spirit, always my man-child, my little Chrissy I know that you miss me, but, please dry your eyes, for, I am not gone I am the fresh breeze prancing on pansies, and a glorious rainbow at the end of a storm, I am a breathtaking sunset with colours divine and the waking sunrise, greeting you in early morn I am Eden's golden rays cascading from the clouds, and a fragrant rose of scarlet red, I am a soothing melody waltzing in the wind and the butterfly wings in a poet's head I will never leave you, my children, death ends a life on earth, but, not a relationship, you will always be mine... and I, yours, forevermore, you have the memories in your heart to keep me close, to keep me alive I shall live within your laughter, your smile, your breath and in every teardrop you shed, this, I promise you... I know that you miss me but, please dry your eyes, fill not your hearts with pain and grief, realize that I am finally home, the Lord has given me relief, this, I want you to know Love, Mum (Phyllis) xoxo  "Unforgettable that's what you are, unforgettable though near or far... Unforgettable in every way and forevermore that's how you'll stay"  By Melissa Phyllis Monette  [This message has been edited by Melissa Honeybee (edited 06-14-2001).] |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
This is enough to start me crying. I wrote one for my Grandma recently. She is still living, but there cannot be much time left. I undersatnd the love expressed here very well. Sandra |
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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
Melissa, I love the beauty of your love and dedication to your grandmother. This is soooo exquisite! My Nanny was the greatest love in my life, no one has ever loved me as she did! love, Ellie A friend hears the song in my heart, and sings it to me when my memory fails. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
SweetMelissa~ What a lovely, lovely presentation. You share your heart so sweetly. This brought me many dear memories of relatives no longer with me in the flesh - but my heart holds their spirits. *Hugs* to you, hon. Thank you for being a poet. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
I've lost one grandmother - Tomorrow I'll be attending my Grammie Anderson's 98th birthday party. She's the most wonderful lady in the world - at least to me...  ... I'm so grateful that we can have yet one more birthday with her - This is a lovely tribute, Melissa - Grandmothers are special indeed... |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
Sandra, Ellie, Marge and Nan - Thank you for reading and replying to this special poem of mine, it means a lot to me and my family They say that it gets easier over time when a loved one dies, but, that's just a myth, today is the anniversary of her death and it is still difficult to accept that she is gone, but, that's why I wrote this poem to show that at least she is finally at peace with God and my Grandpa~ Melissa~ |
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Mother_Earth Senior Member
since 2000-11-20
Posts 13701/2 year Texas & 1/2 year Michigan |
Melissa, this is so beautiful. I only had one Grandma and she was a tough old bird that had no time to hold or kiss boo-boo's. I want so much to be different to my Grands and Great-Grands!! Thank you for sharing all of this great love with us. ME |
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sodpossom Senior Member
since 2001-06-15
Posts 723N.C |
Very sweet and heartfelt dedication!Nice job! |
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Dennis L. White Senior Member
since 2000-02-17
Posts 1463Michigan, U.S.A. |
Melissa, What a beautiful portrait of love and wisdom you have crafted here! Beautiful in word, perspective and presentation. A wonderful tribute to your loved one! Great writing! Dennis :^) |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
She is a beautifull lady, in looks and character, and I think you take after her, writing this splendid poem Titia A rose is a rose is a rose...I guess... |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
Mother_Earth, sodpossum, Dennis and Titia - Thank you so much! It means so much to me that you shared this poem with me, your replies have touched me |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
for, I am not gone I am the fresh breeze prancing on pansies, and a glorious rainbow at the end of a storm, I am a breathtaking sunset with colours divine and the waking sunrise, greeting you in early morn I am Eden's golden rays cascading from the clouds, and a fragrant rose of scarlet red, I am a soothing melody waltzing in the wind and the butterfly wings in a poet's head =========================== Melis, I am very very impressed with this... the way you wrote this thru her eyes...like a letter to each of her kids... that is a very cool and clever level of inspire... and the emotional depth and sincerity shines in every verse..its obvious this was important to you and your efforts pay off. She's quite a muse for you you have done her proud, your whole family... and you honor her in this wonderful and loving tribute. Outstanding writing and presentation. thank you for sharing this with us.  |
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Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC |
Mel- i am sooo glad i came across this tonight! this was a beautiful tribute to your grandma. may you know she is an Angel watching you in heaven and i am sure very proud of you. she is probably smiling ear to ear. you have a beautiful heart my friend and an amazing talent. thank you for sharing her and this with all of us! we all are indeed blessed to know such a fine lady. (that goes for both you and your grams) love ya hon. your friend amy "A friend is someone who knows the song in your heart & can sing it back to you when you have forgotten the words." |
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Lone Wolf Member Ascendant
since 2000-03-16
Posts 5842Lansing, MI USA |
Stunning work, Melissa. So many memories you share. She lives on always in all you are and all you do. An angel watching down from heaven who smiles upon your face. This was so tender and sweet. Just lovely. All writing comes |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
What a wonderful tribute to a very special lady. You painted a beautiful portrait. Take care......Sue Suetang |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Melissa, This is a very lovely tribute to a grandmother and a family - filled with love and adoration. This piece says so much about you and you loving heart Liz |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
Another superb work here Melissa, it's like you tapped into her being to find the words for this one. . . it's a work of a heart that is indeed open and understanding. . . Just amazing. . .  ------------------------------------------------------------------ To the world, you may only be one person. But to one person, you may be the world. |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Beautiful Melissa! What a wonderful way to cherish the memory of someone who touched your family in so many ways. This was just lovely. Best wishes, /Kit |
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Lady In White
since 2001-02-12
Posts 2799USA |
A charming tribute, Melybee... thank you for this.... |
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rosepetals25
since 2000-05-31
Posts 3076PA |
Melissa, Beautiful Melissa I miss my gramma so much.. but as you stated in the poem, I know she is here everyday holding my hand. I'm sure your grandmother is proud that you have written this for her Thank you for sharing.TaraB |
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