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strbbux
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0 posted 2002-01-02 12:48 PM


Dedicated to my son George who went to our Lord Dec. 5th, 2000

A Thin Wall

I only had to look at him to smile
He wore his feelings on his sleeve
Some things he couldn't hide
To laugh, to smile, to have some fun
He always was the one
To bring some humor to mylife
My heart he always won
And when he wasn't feeling well
I wanted to be there
To let him know I loved him
To let him know I cared
And if perhaps I was the one
Not feeling well one day
I'd never have to tell him
My fears he would allay
Today still, he is calming me
And I am calming him
The wall that comes between us
Is so very thin
I feel his presence every where
And talk with him each day
So never will I feel alone
If only he could stay
We'll meet again one day.
We'll meet again one day.

Floria aka strbbux
© 2001



[This message has been edited by strbbux (01-02-2002 12:52 PM).]
© Copyright 2002 Floria Kelderhouse - All Rights Reserved
serenity blaze
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1 posted 2002-01-02 01:14 PM

No words from me today, Floria. Just HUGS.
SmartChick
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2 posted 2002-01-02 01:29 PM

This is a beautiful dedication to your son.
Startime
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3 posted 2002-01-02 01:30 PM

What words are there that could ever touch the feelings that you express in this poem. Tears flowed freely with this read. ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL AND HEARTFELT. **big hugs**

Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams.
strbbux
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4 posted 2002-01-02 02:03 PM

Thank you so much serenity, smart chick and startime. I so appreciate you reading and replying to my poems. I am not getting emails about replies to my poems. I know the box is checked off but somehow it isnt working.. hope I dont miss anyone.. Floria
His Poet
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5 posted 2002-01-02 02:31 PM

Floria, a moving tribute to your son's memory. Very lovely. Cheryl
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6 posted 2002-01-02 02:35 PM

This poem cries out to me, Floria.
and your pain reaches out from deep between the lines.
Your son must have been a darling person, and I know he still watches caringly over you.
Lots of hugs!

copyright2001 Lyra Nesius

"poetry is life distilled"  Gwendolyn Brooks
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7 posted 2002-01-02 02:43 PM

You and George will indeed be together again someday! My heart goes out to you and your family. (hugs)

RP

[This message has been edited by RosePetal (01-02-2002 02:43 PM).]
GenXer
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8 posted 2002-01-02 03:02 PM

So very sad.  This a really beautiful tribute to your son.

Dave
strbbux
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9 posted 2002-01-02 07:10 PM

Thank you Madame chipmunk, I am blessed with three other grown children. George was my best friend. He was everything a human should be,Kind, loving, generous no matter what color or who you were. I miss him so much. No warning, just a fast blood clot to the heart while he and I were having coffee alone in my kitchen. I was in a trauma for four months..after that is when my writing started. floria
strbbux
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10 posted 2002-01-02 07:11 PM

Yes rose petal, I do firmly believe that. thank you, floria
strbbux
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11 posted 2002-01-02 07:12 PM

Thank you Gen very very much, floria
Irish Rose
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12 posted 2002-01-15 07:16 PM

I read this holding back tears, I know the loss of a child...

Kathleen--(Kay)
A true friend does not love you for who you are, but in spite of who you are." -- Caroline Tran
strbbux
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13 posted 2002-01-15 11:08 PM

Oh Kathleen, I am so sorry, thank you for responding, floria
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14 posted 2002-01-16 12:59 PM

So sorry for the passing away of your son, it's a tough thing to deal with, I can only wish you no further suffering in the future
lovely write.
N orth Carolina Girl
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15 posted 2002-01-16 09:35 AM

Floria,my heart goes out to you.I can`t imagine losing a child.I have one son who uses the name Sodpossom on here,(Stevie)I know how much it hurt when my brother died unexpectantly.But it was nothing to what mama and daddy was feeling.You have my love and sympathy.




Juanita

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16 posted 2002-01-16 09:40 AM

"We'll meet again one day."
And this time he will stay.
Floria, a very nice write.
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17 posted 2002-01-16 10:25 AM

Sorry for the loss of your son, this is very touching...Peace to you...

Lauren~


Tomorrow's another day
and I'm thirsty any way
so bring on the rain

[This message has been edited by Greeneyes (01-16-2002 10:26 AM).]
Martie
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18 posted 2002-01-16 10:32 AM

A wonderful poem about your special son...he is with  you still, for sure..in your heart and in your words.  Hugs!
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19 posted 2002-01-16 11:00 AM



(sigh) So sad but beautiful, sweet friend, sweet friend, this had me crying in tears to feel for your loss, but yet I know deep down with all my heart he will always love you and he will always be guiding you with his love until you meet him again! (kiss on cheek) God Bless You, sweet friend, all our hearts with you always! (wipes tears) You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Floria, thank you for sharing!



May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton
Elizabeth Santos
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20 posted 2002-01-16 11:11 AM

Floria,
In admiration of the beauty of your poetry and your heart
Liz
strbbux
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21 posted 2002-01-16 11:12 AM

Dear Ecrivan thank you so much for your comforting words. floria
strbbux
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22 posted 2002-01-16 11:13 AM

N Carolina, thank you so much for your sympathetic words.I am also sorry for your loss of your brother.God bless. floria
strbbux
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23 posted 2002-01-16 11:14 AM

Seymour, thank you so very much. floria
strbbux
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24 posted 2002-01-16 11:14 AM

Thank you Lauren , floria
strbbux
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25 posted 2002-01-16 11:16 AM

Thank you much Martie, from one who knows. God bless. floria
strbbux
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26 posted 2002-01-16 11:16 AM

Dear Noah, thank you so very much. floria
strbbux
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27 posted 2002-01-16 11:17 AM

Thank you Liz, it means a lot coming from you. floria
OWG
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28 posted 2002-01-16 12:14 PM

dug it lady...the thin wall between here and now and there and then...well done
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29 posted 2002-01-16 01:00 PM


This is very moving and so beautifully penned with grace...I am sorry for your loss.

Take care,
Melissa~

"Poetry is not an opinion expressed...
it is a song that rises from a bleeding
wound...or a smiling mouth"

~Kahlil Gibran~
strbbux
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30 posted 2002-01-16 01:26 PM

Thank you much OWG, floria
strbbux
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31 posted 2002-01-16 01:27 PM

Melissa thank you so very much. floria
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32 posted 2002-01-16 01:40 PM

What a wonderful poem, brought from such sadness within your heart. Through your words, I feel the pain of this loss, and can only offer a cyber hug. But how fortunate you were to have had such a wonderful relationship, so caring and tender. And now, cherishing those memories keeps him close to your heart.  
strbbux
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33 posted 2002-01-16 01:53 PM

Midnite, your words went right to my heart. thank you. floria
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