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Lily B
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since 2000-03-31

Posts 91
Auburn, IN, US

0 posted 2002-01-01 02:20 PM

Of Death and beyond I oft obsess
and query all who’d lend an ear:
beliefs on Heav’n and saving Grace
bestowed upon our loved ones dear.

Upon my sister’s self-demise
I fretted where her soul may land,
for angry gods no doubt despise
a mortal’s death by her own hand!

Yet, would not those whose minds belied
their common sense and means to cope
be spared the judgement set aside
for those with reason, wit and hope?

Lo! Until the passing of mine own last breath,
I’ll continue to ponder the mechanics of Death.

****

(c) Julie A. Remke

[This message has been edited by Lily B (01-01-2002 06:09 PM).]

Mistletoe Angel

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since 2000-12-17

Posts 32816
Portland, Oregon

1 posted 2002-01-01 02:23 PM

(sigh) I believe as long as we trust in ourselves and accept whatever tomorrow brings while also capturing each moment with a smile, we can find reason outside the thoughts of Death and feel comfort we bestow. (kiss on cheek) We all love you so much, sweet friend, this is so wonderfully thought-provoking! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Julie, thank you for sharing!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

JamesMichael
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since 1999-11-16

Posts 33336
Kapolei, Hawaii, USA

2 posted 2002-01-01 03:19 PM

Something we all will share...and hope that we have prepared wisely...I believe that death is the beginning of our souls new journey...James

Midnitesun

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since 2001-05-18

Posts 28647
Gaia

3 posted 2002-01-01 03:30 PM

What compassion and love you share in this tender write. I respect your perspective of your sister's fate.

Lily B
Member

since 2000-03-31

Posts 91
Auburn, IN, US

4 posted 2002-01-01 04:27 PM

Thank you all for your comments and words of wisdom! They're appreciated...

~Julie~

amusemi
Senior Member

since 2001-12-08

Posts 1262
A State of Disarray

5 posted 2002-01-01 05:02 PM

I am sorry for your loss. She must know how much you love and miss her, where ever she is. My heart goes out to you.

serenity blaze
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since 2000-02-02

Posts 27738

6 posted 2002-01-07 10:35 AM

Quite good, Lily B! I like the introspection in this piece!

Irish Rose
Member Patricius

since 2000-04-06

Posts 10263

7 posted 2002-01-07 05:21 PM

Oh God, how this moved my soul.........

Kathleen--
Neither genius, fame, nor love show the greatness of the soul.
Only kindness can do that. ~Jean Baptiste Henri Lacordaire~

Interloper

Member Rara Avis

since 2000-11-06

Posts 8369
Deep in the heart

8 posted 2002-01-07 05:27 PM

I hope you do not ponder over much.
Nice write, indeed.

Fool, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write.

Startime
Member Ascendant

since 2000-10-03

Posts 5918
Canada

9 posted 2002-01-07 05:32 PM

I believe that...God is the only one who knows our deepest heart and He will not judge harshly those who are not in their right minds but feel driven to take their own lives. He will look at the whole person and give the love and healing they so desperately need. This poem touched me deeply. **big hugs**

Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams.

Lily B
Member

since 2000-03-31

Posts 91
Auburn, IN, US

10 posted 2002-01-08 07:39 AM

My thanks to all of (((you))) for your kindness. I appreciate the readings and feedback very much.

:)

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