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Larry C

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since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

0 posted 2002-07-13 01:40 AM

Coming Home (How I came to be here)
By Larry Chadwick

It seemed to be a bumpy start,
Writing poetry from my heart.
My first attempt was in grade school,
And was considered just shallow drool.

My next attempt was as a young married boy,
Where my efforts were considered inept not coy.
I abandoned romantic poems for playful stories,
And discovered much joy and occasionally glory.

But seldom did the muse offer her inspire,
Even when sitting by a warm glowing fire.
Until Cindi offered me a chance to see this site,
It was September 10 the day before our awful fright.

I prefer to write about the lighter side of things,
But as of late am drawn by more serious musings.
For friendships here have depth that know no end,
What a wonderful place to be if your heart needs to mend.
July 12, 2002

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

Madame Chipmunk
Member Rara Avis

since 2001-12-05

Posts 8296
Michigan

1 posted 2002-07-13 01:46 AM

Larry, I am so glad that both you and I have found this wonderful family and this beautiful home.
Whichever crooked roads may have led each of us here, I am so glad that we have each other and you are so right about this being the right place to be if your heart needs mending.

~ heartfelt hugs to my brother, Larry C
from your sister, Madame C

Lyra

copyright2002 Lyra Nesius

"poetry is life distilled" Gwendolyn Brooks

Duncan
Member Ascendant

since 2001-08-07

Posts 5455

2 posted 2002-07-13 01:49 AM

I prefer to write about the lighter side of things,
But as of late am drawn by more serious musings.
For friendships here have depth that know no end,
What a wonderful place to be if your heart needs to mend.

Your versatility, Larry...I have come to expect and admire. Thanks for the story.

Larry C

Member Patricius

since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

3 posted 2002-07-13 01:50 AM

Lyra,
How did you know I needed a sister?! And bless you...I truly hope you know how much I care for you. I want for all to be well with you but mostly I wish you courage and peace.

Duncan,
What a wonderful man you are. Thank you for always being there and encouraging me.

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

[This message has been edited by Larry C (07-13-2002 02:04 AM).]

Mistletoe Angel

Member Empyrean

since 2000-12-17

Posts 32816
Portland, Oregon

4 posted 2002-07-13 02:30 AM

BRAVO!!! Oh Larry, I'm so so happy you're here, sweet friend, I believe that really time and understanding is what inspires a poet to begin writing, I could already write when I was 4 years old and in school tests I have always had high scores in vocabulary, but I never got that interested until the beauty touched my heart when I read poetry in my sophomore English class! (big hugggssssss) We're all soooooo proud of you and of the loving and wonderful words you write, sweet friend, God Bless You, we all love you so much!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

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

Shakira

Sunnyone
Member Ascendant

since 2000-07-06

Posts 5334
Staffordshire, England

5 posted 2002-07-13 06:44 AM

Larry, I am glad that you persisted in your love of writing, because it is a pleasure to read from you. Glad that you found your way to our table, and are joining us in the plates full of thoughts and feelings!!

Open the door and let your adventure begin!!!

Kethry
Member Rara Avis

since 2000-07-29

Posts 9082
Victoria Australia

6 posted 2002-07-13 08:17 AM

I can't say I would have missed you if you had never come but you did come and now I know I would miss you like crazy if you ever went away again.
*HuGS*
Kethry

Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown

Sunshine

Administrator

Member Empyrean

since 1999-06-25

Posts 63354
Listening to every heart

7 posted 2002-07-13 08:20 AM

I do believe Passions has become known for a miracle or two, as well. I've never seen a community quite like this; I doubt it truly has an equal. And sir? From you, I would wish to continue reading poetry, and prose, and seeing your smile. Thank you for all you have brought to the blue halls.

Seymour Tabin
Member Empyrean

since 1999-07-07

Posts 31720
Tamarac Fla

8 posted 2002-07-13 08:22 AM

Larry C,
Wonderful to have met you. We never know what is down the path. Good write.

Enchantress
Member Empyrean

since 2001-08-14

Posts 35113
Canada eh.

9 posted 2002-07-13 10:01 AM

Wonderful write Larry..
And we are so pleased you are here...
*I thought I was your sister?!*
You can write me at nancylee@wincom.ca
It should be working. *S*
~Hugs~

~Somewhere in my heart I'm always
dancing with you in the summer rain~

catalinamoon

Member Rara Avis

since 2000-06-03

Posts 9543
The Shores of Alone

10 posted 2002-07-13 10:20 AM

Larry, I'm so glad you are here, and that you had the extra support of this wonderful group during your difficult times.
Hugs
Sandra

Larry C

Member Patricius

since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

11 posted 2002-07-13 11:00 AM

Noah,
Thanks for sharing. It is nice to have you here.

Sunnyone,
I don't believe we've met. But thank you very much.

Keth,
You're too funny. It's nice to know I'd be missed. Just for the record, I'm thrilled you're here and have enjoyed your friendship as well.

Karilea,
Thank you dear friend. Where would I be without you.

Sy,
I'm so glad I am here to have made your aquaintance as well. Now if there would just be a gathering on the west coast.

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

Larry C

Member Patricius

since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

12 posted 2002-07-13 11:02 AM

Nancy Lee,
Sibling rivalry already!? Really now...and your email still isn't working for me. Grrrr.
And thank you.

Sandra,
Me too and for all you have done...thank you so much.

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

Tracey
Member Elite

since 2001-08-29

Posts 2808
where insanity meets breeding

13 posted 2002-07-13 11:22 AM

This is a great place for sharing feelings, gaining strength, and wonderful friendships. So glad we all found it, and hat’s off to Ron for creating such a wonderful place.

SmartChick
Member Rara Avis

since 2001-09-23

Posts 7081
On A Journey To The Unknown

14 posted 2002-07-13 01:26 PM

Larry, I am so glad you did find your way here, so I had a chance to meet you. I always enjoy reading your poetry, more than you know.

the_loner_23
Member Ascendant

since 2002-06-08

Posts 5479
Jacksonville, Florida, USA

15 posted 2002-07-13 01:36 PM

Glad you are here.

Cold hands means a warm heart

JamesMichael
Member Empyrean

since 1999-11-16

Posts 33336
Kapolei, Hawaii, USA

16 posted 2002-07-13 03:30 PM

Larry always nice to see you here...one of the beautiful gifts of life to find a place of friendship...James

Larry C

Member Patricius

since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

17 posted 2002-07-14 01:42 AM

Tracey,
Indeed...hats off to Ron for sure! Tell me about your car race, please! And thank you as you know I feel the same.

Sue,
Thank you so much friend. I do indeed worry about you and hope all is well. Peace and courage to you always.

loner,
Thank you. Hope this place becomes so comfie it requires a new pen name.

James,
You have such a gentle romantic spirit. You inspire the best in me. Keep up the good work and thanks.

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

kaile

Member Ascendant

since 2000-02-06

Posts 5146
singapore

18 posted 2002-07-14 11:00 AM

For friendships here have depth that know no end,
What a wonderful place to be if your heart needs to mend.

Larry, you hit the nail on the head...the support of Passions friends has always encouraged me to look deeper within myself...glad you are here to share your musings..

Martie

Moderator

Member Empyrean

since 1999-09-21

Posts 28049
California

19 posted 2002-07-14 11:18 AM

Larry

I'm so glad you found your way here!

Gentle Spirit
Member Patricius

since 2000-10-09

Posts 13989

20 posted 2002-07-14 12:29 PM

and I am so glad that you are "home"...you belong in this family..thank you for being a part of it dear friend. hugs.

Enjoy life, this is NOT a dress rehearsal.

{on the wings of words are spirits fly...and our souls are free~me}

Larry C

Member Patricius

since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

21 posted 2002-07-15 12:25 PM

faterider,
Thanks and I am so glad you are one of my friends.

Martie,
You have been so kind and willing to share. Thank you for being here.

Donna,
And you too! Thank you for everything.

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

mycafe
Senior Member

since 2002-05-23

Posts 584

22 posted 2002-07-15 05:38 AM

I've always liked your poetry so I'm really glad that I found you here!

mycafe

Keep counting your blessings

suthern

Member Seraphic

since 1999-07-29

Posts 20723
Louisiana

23 posted 2002-07-15 12:13 PM

It's no wonder it took me a while to find you. *S* On the day you joined, my car was suffering the results of a bad tank of gas and had me stranded in another state... and the day I got back to a computer, our innocence disappeared.

I know the reasons you're glad you found us... I hope you also realize how glad WE are. *S*

Lady In White

Member Elite

since 2001-02-12

Posts 2799
USA

24 posted 2002-07-15 01:36 PM

Heart mending smiles
to a poet who belongs
to Passions...

Suetang
Member Ascendant

since 2001-03-07

Posts 5187
Melbourne, Australia

25 posted 2002-07-15 09:32 PM

Hello Larry

It has been such a privilege to write alongside a gentleman such as yourself. Your words often comfort me for which I am so very grateful.

Take care.....Sue

I am in motion
I am blue
Love is an ocean
I'm anchored in you
- Shawn Mullins

Larry C

Member Patricius

since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

26 posted 2002-07-16 02:52 AM

Sue,
Those very thoughts of your writing express my sentiments so well dear lady. I will always be thankful for your friendship and your words. Bless you.

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

Larry C

Member Patricius

since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

27 posted 2002-07-16 02:57 AM

Sorry but these are out of sequence...oops!

mycafe,

Thanks for such kind words. It is a pleasure getting to know you as well.

suthern,
Funny how even that day is locked in our minds. Yes...being here was meant to be for both of us I'm sure. Thanks.

Lady in White,
Kindness unparalleled. Thank you for being such a class act.

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

Greeneyes

Member Rara Avis

since 2000-09-09

Posts 9903
In Your Poetic Mind

28 posted 2002-07-17 11:18 AM

I am glad you found your way here....

Lauren~

The ocean looks like a thousand diamonds strewn across a blue blanket
I lean against the wind pretend I am weightless and in this moment I am happy

Larry C

Member Patricius

since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

29 posted 2002-07-17 11:38 AM

Lauren,
Me too...and thanks.

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

Mysteria

Member Laureate

since 2001-03-07

Posts 18328
British Columbia, Canada

30 posted 2002-07-18 11:54 AM

Larry, it is people like yourself that make this place what it is, and I am so proud to call my my friend

Excellent write.

Nothing means more to me than faith,
family and my friends.

Proud Canadian

Larry C

Member Patricius

since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

31 posted 2002-07-18 05:15 PM

S-H-A-R-O-N,
So does that make you your own friend or me mine! LMBO Gotcha... And back at you even more friend. Thanks.

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

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