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Loving Siblings...Forever (4,000th to Larry Jr. & Ginger)
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Loving Siblings...Forever (4,000th to Larry Jr. & Ginger) |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States 
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 Loving Siblings Forever By Larry Chadwick I once wrote of what I thought I knew, About my son and my daughter too. Having heard their gripes about each other, I was concerned about this sister and her brother. I gave them plenty of advice, And I did it more than once or twice. I thought I had a broken heart, Thinking they were far apart. I mistook the tension in this rivalry, For bad judgment and stupidity. I’ve got brothers and should have known, You can’t assume by what is shown. But now she’s died and gone away, And I was relieved by the truth that day. They’d loved each other all along, It’s just that both their wills were strong. Their bond was always there, And not just because of daddy’s prayer. They adored each other so much more, Then dad could have even hoped for. Now we like to share the memories, And talk about their stubborn victories. But daddy is so much wiser today, Too bad it’s since she went away. June 7, 2002 [This message has been edited by Larry C (06-07-2002 11:12 PM).] |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (BIG HUGGGSSSSSSSSS) God Bless You, sweet friedn, you have one of the most loving sensitive hearts I'm so blessed and lucky to know and I know deep down your kids will be true siblings forever and their love for each other will only grow every day! (sigh) This is a wonderful sensitive and touching tribute to the children who love you so much, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Larry, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
What a very special picture that is... thank you for sharing it with us. Congrats on your milestone Larry... and thank you for the encouragement and generosity of my work that makes up some of that number. heart-hugs gentle poet jm When man is lead to arrogance, poetry reminds him of his limitations |
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Greeneyes
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
lovely hearts there.....tender words.....  Lauren~ I would rather have one breath of his hair, |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
Hello Larry The true depth of your emotions is revealed in this heartfelt dedication to your children. I have no doubt they're proud to have you as their father and to share in all your love. Your children are a reflection of your warmth and love. Congratulations on your 4,000th post! Take care Sue Suetang |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
That is a beautiful picture, Larry and goes so well with the lovely and loving poem. Their love for each other is evident in that picure... thanks for sharing it with us.  ~ butterfly hugsLyra |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Noah, Thank you so much. And congratulations on your graduation. JM, The pleasure is all mine. The emotion of your poetry has always touched me deeply and I so cherish your work and your tender heart. Thank you. Lauren, Thank you for always being there, sweet lady. Sue, Thanks for everything. If I were rich enough I'd visit down under... Lyra, It sure is isn't it? And thank you sweet friend. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Larry, I write this with the moist eyes, but with a tender smile. What a wonderful photo of Ginger and Larry Jr, both smiling.Your depth of love for your children will always be tucked away, safely in your heart. Thank you for sharing this with us. |
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wayoutwalt Member Elite
since 1999-06-22
Posts 4870TEXAS (it's all big) |
the poem hits hard... does it help if i say its nicely done? |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
What beautiful kids Larry. You know I never had siblings but I hung around with a girl who did, and brother did she fight with her brothers, just I think it is natural as when they got older too, just try and say one word about any of them and kaboom! This was a lovely poem about family (and I am a sucker for family poems), really nice. There is nothing means more to me than |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Hand over heart hugs, Larry... I just glimpsed a pic of "Pride and Joy"! and? hey? I'll plant a big wet kiss right in the middle of YOUR forehead--but? only if y'wear my fuzzy sylvester slippers! MUAH!  heart touches m'friend... |
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Kellie_Cantrell Senior Member
since 2002-05-22
Posts 1667New York |
In each and every poem I read that you have written about Ms. Chadwick. I feel as if I know her a million times better. Where there are no real words to show how I feel. Or how you feel for that matter. I believe that if I was deeply emotional towards this whole thing. It must be 10,000 times more emotional for you. I honor you, I am blessed for knowing you. I hope I will always be able to know you. Godbless! I Love You, Kellie |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Wonderful photo and touching heartrending poem.....My heart is extended as far as I can get it out to you! |
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blakloks Member
since 2002-06-01
Posts 60 |
wow...great emotional poem! this poem is filled with love ... thanx for sharing it |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
In a way, I'm so glad you realize that Ginger still has much to teach us all, and there are some life-lessons that just bear repeating... Thank you Larry... |
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SiO2 Junior Member
since 2002-06-05
Posts 24New Zealand |
Very sad but a beautiful tribute and there is always the hope that the grandchildren, or others will be able to learn without the pain from such a poignant poem. |
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ecrivan Member Elite
since 2001-12-10
Posts 3923my own state |
I think you always knew deep down that there was more behind their rivalry than meets the eye- alot of strong willedness comes from the parent anyway..it is good that you have put words to the common departure of a sibling in a family and expressed it in the way that others can learn from..but then we live to make mistakes too, I'm afraid..so the truth is there will always be silbling rivalries that masks the bond of love. |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
The love in your family is truly obvious in your verse, Larry She's not far away - Believe in that  |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Larry~As Nan just said, 'she is not far away'. This is a very beautiful tribute to the love between siblings. I know how I love my sister...and pray for her now. Heartfelt hugs Larry.... Congratulations on your 4000th Post! ~Hugs~ |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Larry A Wonderful photo, Larry, and precious lesson bought at such a price. Your words touch the grieving mother in me. Hugs, and congratulations on your 4000th post! |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Kacy, Thank you, it's the safest place I could find. Bless you. Walt, It sure does! And thanks. Sharon, I should have known better. Live and learn. Karen, Get out the slippers...and thanks for noticing the pride and for the MUAH! Kellie, Forever friends and forever grateful! Thanks. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
ethome, And what a big heart you have. Thanks. blakloks, Nice to meet you and thanks very much. Hope you like it here. It has meant so much to me. Karilea, Thank you as it helps so much to be able to share and to know you care...so much. SiO2, Lessons well learned and shared. Thanks and welcome to Passions. Nice to meet you. Martin, Yup...they proved my theory wrong. I figured different gender and 3 1/2 years apart would eliminate it. LOL Boy was I wrong. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Nan, Can't be too far as she is in my heart...thank you so much. Nancy Lee, Indeed and I continue to pray for your sister. Bless you dear friend. Martie, Thanks and for sharing in my grief... |
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