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through a son's eyes |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA 
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*this one is for my Father. . . it's been 24 years on Friday since he left this plane. . .* I'm trying to remember what it's like how it used to be back then I had my whole life ahead of me it seemed you did too and so, there we were Father and Son just like so many other fathers and sons mirror images of each other but yet never admitting that we were anything like each other you probably would have said that you were nothing like me when you were my age and I never really noticed how much I'm like you now, it was something that I didn't deny, just something I never saw I wake up in the morning and I look in the mirror and I remember seeing you look into that same mirror do you see what I see? did you see what I saw? or, were our eyes still focused beyond? Mom says I have so much of you in me your hair your eyes your silly sense of humor your hands your temper but really, those were things that I never got to see in you I was too busy looking at you through a Son's eyes at that age where I still both loved and feared you you were still my Hero and I was still your Son I never really got the chance to hate you although, I probably would never have because I was the Son and you were the Father and in our eyes we've always been the same -------------------------------------------------------------- To the world, you may only be one person. But to one person, you may be the world. [This message has been edited by Sven (02-11-2002 10:11 AM).] |
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amusemi Senior Member
since 2001-12-08
Posts 1262A State of Disarray |
Just..WOW!! |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Sven, this is incredible writing, about the relationship with your father, albeit brief as it sounds, and the way you saw one another. As I read, I smiled at parts, and other times had a lump in my throat thinking about my own father who has passed over, as well. Thank you for this one my friend. ~Hugs, Nancy~ ~Time has cast a spell on you, |
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Silver Streak Member Elite
since 2002-01-02
Posts 3625FL, USA |
A wonderful, wonderful tribute, Sven. Thanks ever so much for sharing it. -newell Sharing God's Love through perfectlovepoetry.com |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
Sven..you are truly a son he can be proud of...this poem is a wonderful tribute to him....**big hugs**  I love it...Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams. |
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Tiersdin Member Elite
since 2000-11-17
Posts 2364east coast |
Very touching words and so much truth in them... beautifully written, Sven... ~Tier |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Oh, this is wonderful, a heart touching tribute. I bet he has tears in his eyes, after reading it, too. I truly believe that he sees it, on whichever plane he is now. Sandra |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Sven - this is very touching to me. I feel many of these same things only different, if you know what I mean. I miss mine also, especially the fishing trips when I was younger... BC |
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Dulcinea Senior Member
since 2001-07-22
Posts 774IN |
A very touching tribute, how thoughtful of you to remember, even after 24 years! Very nicely written. |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (tears fall down my cheeks) God Bless You, sweet friend, I just know that your father will weep in tears of joy after reading this to feel the love from your golden heart! (big hugggssssss) We all love you so much, sweet friend, this is such a heartwarming tribute! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Sven, thank you for sharing!   May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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rosepetals25
since 2000-05-31
Posts 3076PA |
Sven, Very very touching tribute. It's wonderful that he is still so alive in your memories and your heart  Hugs, Tara |
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Temptress
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-06-15
Posts 7136Mobile, AL |
Oh my Goodness, Sweet Sven Pen. You've made tears come to my eyes. I know this is a special one for you, my dear friend...and I know its straight from your heart too. This is simply wonderful and tender. Just like you.  For all who watch.Dare you say hello? Come in and ask the questions that are on your mind, but spare me your judgement until you truly sipped of me. |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Sven...this made me think of a day when I was sitting next to my dad....who I always thought was a lot like my Brother... He told me that he and I were just alike... Two peas in a pod....I will never forget that moment....or the warm feeling it gave me... Thank you for sharing this with me... |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Sven, A touching write and a good one. Enjoyed |
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Greeneyes
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
Sven~ This touched me in so many ways....what a outstanding piece in memory....WOW my friend... Lauren~ Step through the |
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Saunni Senior Member
since 2000-07-11
Posts 1777West Virginia |
Very sad, but a tremendous write. I know how it feels to think back to your dad. To us all, it seems like we just don't get enough time with the ones we love. I hope all is well with you. I'm sure your dad is looking down on you with a smile at the wonderful man you became. Sauni @~~~>~~ |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
This is a wonderful tribute to your father. Thank you for sharing it with us.  |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Sven, you have a way of making memories live! Kethry Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Sven this is a pleasure to read...James |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
thank you all my friends. . . it's nice to be back, I know that I've been away for a while. . . yes, it's been 24 years. . . I would have never believed it, had I not known it to be true. . . it seems like a lifetime ago. . . and yet, it seems like it was just yesterday. . . thank you all again. . . --------------------------------------------------------- To the world, you may only be one person. But to one person, you may be the world. |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
This poem is truly beautiful Sven! |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
Oh, GR8 Voice of the Northland. I've got one of those in me that just won't come out. Thanks, my friend. |
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RSWells Member Elite
since 2001-06-17
Posts 2533 |
Unresolved issues and unspoken words. Denied resemblances and the shared traits of blood. I've lived these words but was fortunate enough to have exchanged apologies at the very end. Still haunting. Enjoyed. "Happy people have no history" - French Proverb |
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ParisGrl Senior Member
since 2000-06-01
Posts 610 |
John, This is brilliant. I liked it very much. Although I dread the thought of turning out like my mom. Keep up the good work! Take Care, ~Laura~ |
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walker Member Elite
since 2001-02-11
Posts 2240Florida |
Sven- I really love this poem, my dad lives with me and I look exactly like him, physically and the same temperament which at times I'm not too proud of. I never tell him I love him, but i do so much....I can only write it,why is it so difficult. I love the reflection this poem brought. |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
thank you all again my friends. . . walker, why is it difficult? I don't know. . . perhaps, you should write it out. . . and tell him that way. . . -------------------------------------------------------- To the world, you may only be one person. But to one person, you may be the world. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I really like this, Sven... it's excellent. |
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