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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States 
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Naked Joy By Larry Chadwick It was when they were just five and two, Far more innocent than me or you. Occasionally, together they would take a bath, And I could see them splash and always hear the laughs. When the bubbles were finally gone, And their pajamas not yet on, There was still time to have some more fun, So naked through the house they would run. The giggles and the laughter not fully played out, In their bare condition they would scream and shout. Squeaky clean and exhausted finally dressed for bed, On their knees short prayers the last thing that they said. I smile now as I did then, And long for those times again… Gone but not forgotten are the memories, Of Larry and of Ginger experiencing joy with ease. June 26, 2002 In memory of when there were two Show you care to those you love...today. [This message has been edited by Larry C (06-27-2002 01:53 AM).] |
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Krishankins
since 2002-06-23
Posts 972Texas |
Thank you Larry. Not only do I love your poem, but it made me think of those times when I would have to chase my daughter, and fight to get her into her jammies  Krishankins your 100grit love is smoothing my soul |
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Bridget Shenachie Senior Member
since 2002-01-23
Posts 1056Kansas USA |
No one can read this without smiling. Delightful! Shenachie |
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Kellie_Cantrell Senior Member
since 2002-05-22
Posts 1667New York |
Big Smiles. That was a very good poem because almost everyone who has siblings cvlose in age experiences that! |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggssssssss) Oh Larry, God Bless your heart, I know how you will miss those moments so so much, but know that these memories will always be with you as will the love and laughter you share with your children in heart! (sigh) I truly think you are an angel on Earth, 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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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Kris, Yup...those are fun times too! Tell me about your daughter sometime. Thanks so much. Shenachie, And I thought it was just me...  Thanks.Kellie, As it should be...thanks for that. Noah, So true...thanks. Show you care to those you love...today. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
What a delightful reminisce... brings me memories of a much younger time with my own brother... and the walls of water waves we would create... thanks for this |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
memories.....thank you for some of my very own tied up in this. thank you~ for your heart. Enjoy life, this is NOT a dress rehearsal. |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
How you touch my heart, once again. This is a special memory of mine as well. I always remember their total exuberance, and how much I envied their innocence... Beautiful Larry! |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Larry darling boy Oh how utterly utterly I love I love it utterly utterly. The feelings of joy and delight are exquisitely written darling heart, absolutely exquisite. I remember the wonder of chasing Krissy, Paul and Emma, when they were supposed to be getting their night things on. You know I love this don’t you? Of course you do. Absolutely perfect writing   Love and warm stuff As always Mushy  Breathe through the heat of our desire |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
I too remember and miss those days with my kids...nice write Larry.....(yanno, Balladeer and his sister still do this) |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Beautiful Larry...just beautiful...James |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
The sweet innocence of young siblings.. made me stop and remember my own children when the were young at bathtime...wonderful Larry...thank you for this. ~Hugs~ ~Somewhere in my heart I'm always |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Larry C, You turned the lights on a happy time, thank you I enjoyed. |
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Pilgrimage Member Elite
since 2001-12-04
Posts 3945Texas, USA |
Wonderful poem, wonderful memories.Nan |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
What a delightful poem... I enjoyed this very much, Larry. *S* ROFL @ Toe... *shaking head* Ya shouldn't be telling secrets like that! LOL |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
A wonderful poem of memories. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Karilea, Fond memories for sure. Thanks. *hugs* Donna, That makes me feel so good. Thanks. Karen, I can only imagine. Cool, thanks.Marsha, Dear girl, hug your kids for me and thank you for the love. Toe, And you know this how? ROTFLMBO Thanks too. James, Thanks a bunch. Nancy Lee, My pleasure and thanks. Sy, I like that and thank you kind sir. Nan, Thank you, thank you. suthern, Thank you and you are so right about Toe. Sue, Thank you so much. Show you care to those you love...today. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
mine would run from her diaper changes...she knew purity and fun when she was a year and a half old; she liked to laugh at me, chasing her around the house, diaper in hand. Boy do I miss those days. Now she runs TO me.... for money |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Wonderful memories never leave. Very touching write! |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Wonderful memories never leave. Very touching write! |
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my3monkeytoes Member
since 2002-05-11
Posts 152In the Carolina Breeze |
Oh, Larry! I remember doing that...and it doesn't seem like as long ago as it was! I suggest we have "annual naked joy" day, when we all vow to get squeaky clean and run around the house in nakey bliss, in honor of days of yore! What do you think? It could be PIP's first annual "dance like nobody's watching" day. He He! I really enjoy your posts, Larry, but I think this is one of my favorites! ~SM |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Children right out of the bath are the sweetest things. Treasuring memories. Sandra |
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Greeneyes
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
thank you for sharing this.....what a treasure of precious memories.... my friend....Lauren~ Emeralds from mountains |
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paladin
since 2001-08-05
Posts 930Pensacola,Fl. |
Just a thought.Why not require that all wars be fought in the nude.That should disencourage a lot of fat,ugly generals. paladin |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Paladin...just think...there'd be all those extra "guns" and "targets".... |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
passing shadows, Those were the days... Thanks. ethome, That's what is so great about them. Thanks. SM, Okay...you go first. But it does sound like a Kodak moment! Thanks. LOLSandra, I'm with you on that one. Lauren, Enjoy the next round for me too. I'm positive your girls do this... Show you care to those you love...today. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
paladin, ROTFLMBO You're good. Too funny and thanks. Toerag, And the moon would always be full! LOL Thanks. Show you care to those you love...today. [This message has been edited by Larry C (07-04-2002 01:21 AM).] |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Laughing at Paladin big time! Oh my - put me in front that would stop the war for sure! Larry, how lucky the three of you were, I always wished to have a brother or sister to play with. Memories are made of this to borrow a phrase, and you surely made me smile at a Father's love. Nothing means more to me than faith, |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Sharon, Speaking of smiles. I'm ROTFLMBO at you! I may have to enlist. And thank you so much.  Show you care to those you love...today. |
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