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Kellie_Cantrell
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0 posted 2002-05-22 09:52 PM

This poem was written in remembrance to my 1st period English Teacher. Ginger Chadwick. I dedicate this poem to her Parents and Siblings and all who are touched by her...
An Angel. Godbless

My Teacher
I know you are in Heaven,
My teacher shinning bright,
Yet, I can not help but to hurt,
For your remembrance today.
I hear you, in my heart,
Telling me it's all ok,
Yet my tears flow,
For a special teacher like you,
I did not want to go.
I know there comes a time,
When we all must say goodbye.
Yet, I thought it would be,
My graduation day.
You smiling and proud of me.

I know in my heart, you are safe and sound.
Yet as I look around the school,
I know longer see, your eyes shinning bright.
I know what you wanted out of life,
To be a teacher and make a difference,
in our young lives.
You will not be forgotten,
You shall be missed.
BY friends, family, and students.

I am proud to say,
You were my teacher,
and will forever be my guide.
The lessons you shared,
will be cherished forever,
Through out our lives.
I know someday, we shall meet again,
You will be the teacher leading small angels,
and holding their hands.

Until we meet again,
know I'll always remember,
and look up to the teacher,
Who always did understand.
You are forever engraved, upon hearts of many.
You were a work of art, here on earth.
I Know God chose you,
For your Heart, ever so true.
Someday many of us will follow,
Just to meet you, once again.
Until then, we will do the best we can.
Making you proud of the good deeds,
you have shared, with us left here on earth.
While Heaven, has now become your turf.
Holding angels hands,
and sharing lessons of life and love.

[This message has been edited by Nan (05-22-2002 10:40 PM).]

Sunshine

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1 posted 2002-05-22 09:55 PM

Welcome to Passions, and thank you for bringing to us the presence of a young woman whom we have only known through her father.

Please, check your E-mail for a Special Greeting.

And thank you.

Karilea
If I whisper, will you listen?...
I would rather be silent and write, than speak loudly and be bound.

ThisDiamond
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2 posted 2002-05-22 09:57 PM

Welcome to these arms of blue. Write with us upon the pages of friendship. Your talent and gentle words add so much to this rich dessert. ThisDiamond

Tracey
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3 posted 2002-05-22 10:04 PM

What a lovely tribute Kellie. Your words do her proud indeed, I’m so glad you posted this here. I know her father will be thrilled to know how much she touched you. There are many who will miss this wonderful woman, and I’m glad you were able to put into words how much she meant to you.

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4 posted 2002-05-22 10:09 PM

(big hugggssssssss) Oh Kellie, God Bless You, sweet friend, this is such a compassionately beautiful debut and I know deep down Ginger will never forget you and her love for you will always shine! (sigh) We will always remember her, sweet friend! ((((hugs))) Welcome to Passions, sweet Kellie, may you be inspired by all of us here as we will all be inspired by your lovely words! I can't wait to read more of your lovely words, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Kellie, thaank you for sharing!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

"Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..."

Shakira

Kellie_Cantrell
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5 posted 2002-05-22 10:12 PM

I wrote this poem after praying. I looked at a piece of paper picked up my pen and moved my hand around on the paper and this is what came out.

In class today we got an assignment back today, of course it was from her class. We were instructed to write a poem that shows something ironic. Now today I feel guilt and sorrow for writing what I wrote. Here it is

Leaving Day
As I get older
You will no longer see
The child inside of me
here I stand in an older land

No don't get older
I can just hear them say those words
I cannot let you go now
to a place not yet known

I know what I am doing
I can see where I am headed
I will be free from harm
and believe me I won't break an arm

you need not anticipate
until you sit and wait
give me a moment
to live, to learn, to love

3-19-02 7:55am 1st period English

Enchantress
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6 posted 2002-05-22 10:15 PM

Kellie, a very warm welcome to Passions from all of us here. I am so pleased you came here and gave us more insight into the young woman we know through her father, Larry Chadwick. She must have been a very caring and loving person, and even though you will miss her so, you can write about her here, if you like, and help us to know her better. Thank you so much for coming here, and joining our warm family. I am deeply sorry for the loss of such a bright young woman...your teacher, your guide, Ginger Chadwick.
~Hugs, Nancy~

~We will remember Ginger Michelle Chadwick~

Mysteria

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7 posted 2002-05-22 10:29 PM

Kellie, you show your love and respect for a vital, young woman that served her purpose well during her lifetime. I see that you learned from her more than just English, as your love of humanity is evident as is your kindness of heart (I heard she rubbed off on people that way). I am emailing this to her Dad right at this moment to read, and he said to me earlier this evening, that his afternoon with you all at the school meant more to him that he could even express. God bless you for your heart, and for this lovely poem I welcome you to Passions as a lovely young poet.

~* Carpe' Diem *~

Nan

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8 posted 2002-05-22 10:31 PM

We're overjoyed to have you, your classmates, and your wonderful poetry here with us at Passions in Poetry, Kellie - I teach as well, and I can see that you young people have been really inspired by Ms. Chadwick's enthusiasm.... You do her a great honor with your wonderful words. Welcome to our hallowed Passionate walls...

Write on...

Marsha

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9 posted 2002-05-22 10:31 PM

Kellie darling girl this is excellent writing, thank you for showing us a young woman who we didn’t know well but someone who we would have liked to know better.

I didn’t think I could cry anymore your poem has brought the tears again, I think my heart will always carry them. We only knew Ginger Michelle through her father Larry, but he painted a picture of someone who was as caring and compassionate of heart as she was beautiful of spirit.

Thank you for this wonderful poem, welcome to Passions souls as tender as yours will always be welcome in this hallowed place.

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Love and warm stuff
As always
Mushy

Breathe through the heat of our desire
Thy coolness and they balm
Let sense be dumb let flesh retire
Speak through the eathquake wind and fire
Oh

Kellie_Cantrell
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10 posted 2002-05-22 10:33 PM

I had her class 1st period. I was unable to meet him. He came later in the day. I really would like to though, He sounds like a wonderful man, and guessing from his Daughter his is going to be more than wonderful. Godbless and thank you all.

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11 posted 2002-05-22 10:35 PM

Welcome to the family. Your poem is a truly wonderful tribute to your teacher. We share in your sadness as we do in Ginger's family's sadness. This should inspire us all to tell those that influence our lives that we care about them and appreciate them. Thank you. I hope you will hang around!

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12 posted 2002-05-22 10:42 PM

Kellie, thank you, for this piece of poetry that shall remain in my heart forever. I did not know your teacher, but feel as if I knew her through her father, Larry, from this poetry board. Your words are so beautiful, as is the heart of Mr. Chadwick. Please, remember your beloved teacher always as a shining light.

Martie

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13 posted 2002-05-22 11:08 PM

Kelly

Thank you so much for posting this beautiful piece of your heart's feeling about Ginger..who we have all taken into our hearts. Welcome to Passions.

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14 posted 2002-05-22 11:22 PM

I don't think there can be any greater tribute to a person than from the lives of those who were touched by her. You have written a wonderful piece here, miss, and have allowed us to know her better through your eyes. Thank you so much for sharing this with us

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15 posted 2002-05-22 11:25 PM

Wlcome to passions, i enjoyed this

The man of few words...

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16 posted 2002-05-23 12:06 PM

Kellie~

what a precious heart you have, to be so loving to share Ginger with us....and her picture too...I was OK reading this until I saw her picture....then I just started crying....Softly

Greeneyes~

I would rather have one breath of his hair,
one kiss of his mouth,
one touch of his hand
than an eternity without it.

Duncan
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17 posted 2002-05-23 12:30 PM

Your poem caused me to remember several teachers I had in high school and how much they affected me then and still. A great bit of writing you've done and for a wonderful teacher.
Thanks for joining us!

Larry C

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18 posted 2002-05-23 12:38 PM

Kellie,

=======================
I know someday, we shall meet again,
You will be the teacher leading small angels,
and holding their hands
=======================

You put me into tears again. What an incredible picture that truly touches my heart. I will be at the student organized time of remembrance at the flagpole at 9:10 tomorrow morning.

Thank you so much for sharing with all of us.

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19 posted 2002-05-23 07:18 AM

And thank you for including Ginger's picture.
A lovely woman.
Larry's Pride.

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20 posted 2002-05-23 07:46 AM

I welcome you with all the rest and thank you for the wonderful input in these verses!

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21 posted 2002-05-23 08:45 AM

Dear Kelly, thank you so much for sharing your feelings with us. She must have been an incredable teacher indeed.

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Enchantress
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22 posted 2002-05-23 12:07 PM

Hello Kellie,
I came back to read through the thread once more and I see you have added Ms. Chadwick's picture....how very very lovely.
Thank you once again for coming here and posting this touching tribute....
I do hope you will stay, and I encourage you to post more of your poems for the other Passions famly members to read and enjoy...
You are a member of this warm family now as well and we are so pleased to have you here.
You have quite the gift for writing.
Hoping to see more from you soon,
~Hugs, Nancy~

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23 posted 2002-05-23 12:11 PM

Beautiful writing from your heart....your words feel wonderful and I am sure this dedication has been read by her....my heart goes out to all who have been touch by her heart and soul...magnificent...keep writing...words flow wonderfully from your heart...

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24 posted 2002-05-23 12:50 PM

*sigh* I'm glad you wrote this. Thanks for sharin' it here.

She said burn ... together.
-TON

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25 posted 2002-05-23 01:01 PM

Kellie_Cantrell
I would some one write of me this way. Thank you.

Madame Chipmunk
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26 posted 2002-05-23 01:11 PM

I know someday, we shall meet again,
You will be the teacher leading small angels,
and holding their hands.

Thank you for sharing this very special poem with us, Kellie...and also for the picture.

We knew from Ginger Chadwick's Dad, what a special person she was....as is he...
but it was absolutely incredible to hear it from one of her student's also.

It seems that she must have made quite an impression on you and that alone, is a tribute to her.

Please keep posting poetry here at Passions.

~ big teary hugs

Lyra

copyright2002 Lyra Nesius

"poetry is life distilled" Gwendolyn Brooks

[This message has been edited by Madame Chipmunk (05-23-2002 01:13 PM).]

Muys
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27 posted 2002-05-23 03:14 PM

Hallo Kelly-Cantrell
I thank you for the Lovely pictere you send us.She was so young and so beautiful.
I am so old ninety "Why?
I can't understand.
Huhs Muys

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28 posted 2002-05-23 05:00 PM

Kellie, welcome to Passions! I'm so sorry for your loss. Your poem would do Ms. Chadwick proud. Beautifully done.

sky

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29 posted 2002-05-23 05:07 PM

a beautiful poem, showing your talent and heart...
Maureen

Larry C

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30 posted 2002-05-23 08:18 PM

Kellie,
I was so excited today when you told me at school that you were going to stay here at Passions!

But everyone should know...this is the "beginning-of-the-school-year, I'm-older-than-I-look" look for Ginger. But that is truly what I love about this picture.

Thank you Kellie, always.

PhaerieChild
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31 posted 2002-05-23 11:06 PM

What a wonderful tribute to a teacher. I remember some of mine that made a tremendous impact. Welcome to Passions. You have a remarkable talent.

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32 posted 2002-05-23 11:31 PM

This is absolutely beautiful, what an awesome display of love and respect and the heart of a warm poet. Wonderful work, welcome to passions

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Kellie_Cantrell
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33 posted 2002-05-24 05:42 PM

Thank You all for all the kind words. I was very happy at the flagpole today at school, seeing all those candles and the flag, It was a very happy day to meet my teacher's parents and I am looking forward to coming to the service tomorrow afternoon. I am very honored to be able to have the opportunity to read it to everyone in attendance, with the help of my friend Serene who is going to read a portion of it as well. Thank You
Godbless you all
With Love,
Kellie

Larry C

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34 posted 2002-05-24 11:45 PM

Kellie,
I saw the painted rock in Bothell at Thrasher's Corner today. What wonderful tributes from Gingers fabulous children.

Larry C

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35 posted 2002-05-26 03:58 AM

Kellie,
This poem was even better to hear read by you and your kind supportive friend. Thank you more than you will ever know. And Ms. Chadwick would have given you extra credit, ya' know!

Mysteria

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36 posted 2002-05-26 04:57 AM

ahhh so you did get to read it, wonderful Kellie, just wonderful. She will remain a great influence in your life, and I bet because she meant so much to you she will watch over you

Kellie_Cantrell
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37 posted 2002-05-26 05:10 AM

I was very happy to read it and it made me feel so much better. In the past year I have been to 6 funerals today my 7th so I have trained myself not to cry, but let me let you in on a secret... I cried today. I was honored and I was glad I was able to take a peak and see her one last time. I hadn't seen her since the tuesday before she died. I am just thankful that before I went home on tuesday I stopped by the class room to say hi. and that I would talk to her monday. And I did. I talked to her through prayer and I think I got an answer today. She will never look away from us. I love her, I love her family. I will always have a place for the entire Chadwick family in my heart if you need me I am here.

kaile

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38 posted 2002-05-27 07:05 AM

Hi Kellie,
a belated welcome to passions...and thanks for unselfishly sharing your teacher and helping the rest of us to remember her better...

kaile

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39 posted 2002-05-27 07:07 AM

just adding on to say that we do need you here..for helping to spread your teacher's legacy and for your poetry..hope you'll stay a while

Larry C

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40 posted 2002-05-27 08:44 PM

Kellie,
Sweetie, there is always a place for you in the Chadwick family too.

Larry C

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41 posted 2002-06-04 03:28 AM

*BUMP*

Kellie_Cantrell
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42 posted 2002-06-05 09:42 PM

I love everything about this poem, and even more I love the people I wrote it for. Godbless you. Thank You for the chance to have met you all. You mean everything to me.

Larry C

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43 posted 2004-05-18 09:59 PM

Kellie,
I liked then and I like it now. Thank you for being there.

If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

Earl Brinkman
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44 posted 2010-09-08 01:00 AM

This brought tears to my eyes. A very lovely poem.

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