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My Son Timothy....
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My Son Timothy.... |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA 
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My Son... Born the 5th of June, a hot muggy day.. Cute, cuddly, reddish hair...fat cheeks.. Turn so red when you cried, cute but sad. I had tears falling on you, I was smiling. The diapers...always wet, or need to poop. The pacifier...wanted it so bad...cried loud. Your first steps....I wasn’t there to see it. I was gone...doing my duty..I missed them. The terrible two’s...more terrible three’s The “Why”....always so inquisitive, so cute. Hard to wean you off that “Pacie”. The pull-ups...boy were they expensive.. Taking you riding in the boat... You holding the wheel...that silky hair. The wind making you squint... The look on your face when you dropped my Net. It sank out of sight...But I didn’t get mad.. How could I ever get mad at you then.. The look on your face when you caught your first fish. Unforgetable. Playing T-ball when you were 4....I won’t forget it. Such a cute little guy in a uniform. Taking you out and practicing baseball. Hitting the ball to you... You always thought I hit it a mile...still do.. Playing basketball...the hoop down low for you. Letting you win...you wanted to so bad.. Calling you “Turkey” Turk-a-lurk..... I still do that...You still like it. Seeing which one is the strongest... Arm Wrestling and letting you win again... Seeing who could push the other... Showing me your muscles... Getting hair bumps under your arms the first time. You saying “I’m a Man” as you look under your arms. You are my little man....You are 11 now... You are the most handsome little man I know. Reddish brown hair, the cutest freckles.. The girls all love you....I love you... How could I ever not love you. I hope you read this to your son or daughter... I hope you never forget that I love you. I know I will never forget you...or this.. You both are a part of my being.. I love you my son... |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
this is beautiful, Barry. Kathleen (Kay) |
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misguided angel Member
since 2001-11-23
Posts 106Australia |
Magnus, I am lost for words. Simply beautiful topic and content. Andrea Summon the courage to step out of your familiar rut and suddenly many of those things which held you back will no longer have the power to do so. |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
What a wonderful journey of reminisce Magnus! I'm sure this will be treasured for many, many years down the road of his life. Thank you for this sweet read!  Best wishes, /Kit |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
So many are so unfortunate not to have a father like you, sir. I'm sure your son realizes how lucky he is.. So many fathers have problems saying I love you to their children. You are a giant of a man...  |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggssssss) Oh Barry, I cried reading this, for you have one of the most loving hearts I've ever known from a father and friend, and you have the love in a golden heart any boy could ever dream of having in his dad! (sigh) God Bless You, sweet friend, I too hope he grows up and shares this love in your beautiful poem to his future family! (big hugggssssss) We all love you so much, sweet friend! (smiles) You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Barry, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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sodpossom Senior Member
since 2001-06-15
Posts 723N.C |
Loved the topic!Beautifully written! |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
 and This is great! This is just about the sweetest father-to-son poem I have ever read. It is a love poem treasure and pass on to each generation. Your heirloom poem. |
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arthur Senior Member
since 2001-08-14
Posts 678england |
very touching A son is yourself reborn Arthur |
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peaches73533 Senior Member
since 2001-11-04
Posts 981OK, USA |
It shows that you have been reborn through your son.What a wonderful tribute to him. Peaches |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Barry...at this moment words escape me.... "A dream is a wish your heart makes..." |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
This poem is touching me Magnus...we all need the love of our parents...James |
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walker Member Elite
since 2001-02-11
Posts 2240Florida |
I love this one, my son is 8 and he is already my hero. |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
*sigh* Your love for Timothy shines brightly in this magnificent poem, Magnus. Well done. The love of you and your dear wife, Lou, will ensure that your child will be given all the love they need to make their childhoods happy. **big hugs**   Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams. |
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Pilgrimage Member Elite
since 2001-12-04
Posts 3945Texas, USA |
I was trying to write a poem to my oldest boy Timothy a couple of weeks ago, for his birthday. I just couldn't do it. You did a great job for your son. Nan |
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Glenn Logan Member
since 2001-10-10
Posts 111Virginia |
I liked this. Glenn Logan |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Magnus, beautifully penned! Keth Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Forgive me for not posting back to each and every one of you...The duets took up much of my time.... I love you guys/gals for your warmth... It is much appreciated... Thank You.. |
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Opeth Senior Member
since 2001-12-13
Posts 1543The Ravines |
Now this, I can relate to. Excellent write. |
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