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Auguste 
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea 
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A racing heart and shortened breath, if this be life, it sure beats death, the clammy hand that held my own ‘til thread through needles, stitches sewn. I shook the hand away in fright and kept a vigil through each night. I warned Death, “Stay away from me, or death to Death would surely be.” I could not cough, the pain intense. At times, meds robbed me of my sense. The loss of sleep, hallucinate, from early morn, ’til it was late. My veins collapsed, another blew. The nurses knew not what to do. Infected chest, intensive care, which meds to try, which ones to dare. I rose from bed and said, “Back off, I need to walk and try to cough.” With pillow, cushioned ’gainst my chest, I coughed a little, did my best . My body, stitched like Frankenstein, I moaned in pain, but did not whine. Dragging tubes, IV, I walked, while nurses listened as I talked. I said to take the meds away. I’d handle pain from day to day. Don’t cloud my mind, I need it clear, so I’ll recover, deal with fear. They pulled the tubes from out my side. The pain was such I nearly cried. Pneumonia had been let in. I have one more fight left to win. Today I rest in my own bed and can’t recall all that was said, but know instead of months, I’ve years, to cherish life through smiles and tears. [This message has been edited by Auguste (06-25-2002 09:10 PM).] |
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Temptress
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-06-15
Posts 7136Mobile, AL |
*sigh* This is just wonderful, Micheal. Some of your best work for more than one reason of course. Glad to see you back and posting. Its wonderful to have you around. (((hugs))) How grave is my condition, for I cannot find the words to say, I need you so. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
How glad we are to see you writing, our good friend and fine poet... you are a Winner...all around... |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
Hail Auguste! Welcome back, warrior! |
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Krishankins
since 2002-06-23
Posts 972Texas |
heart warming, passionate victory. I love it. Krishankins your 100grit love is smoothing my soul |
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haydenjames Member
since 2002-02-14
Posts 164Antigua & Barbuda |
GREAT WRITE! My poetry is at: http://www.thehayden.org |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
* I knew you would make it * ~Smiling through tears here~ Take it easy for awhile Michael,please. But, it is sooo good to see you back here!! You have no idea how happy I am at this minute! ~Gentle hugs sweet man~  |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
So happy to see this, and know you are well enough to write it. And another hospital hell story, they cause so many problems, sometimes. Sandra |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
It's wonderful to see you here Michael!  |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (tears fall down my cheeks) Oh Michael, we have all missed you soooooooo much, I know how hard it must have been going through all of this, take your time and heal and whenever you are ready, we are always here for you! (BIG HUGGGSSSSSSSS) We all love you so much, sweet friend, God Bless You, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Michael, 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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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Michael, my friend...it makes my heart so glad to see this reflective poem from you. Seems you are a fine example of the saying, "what doesn't kill you, makes you stronger". You took charge of your life, and now you get to live it. YIPPEE!!  |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Michael, fabulous victorious write. Kethry Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Thank you so much for sharing your very good news with us, Michael... I am so very happy for you. In my own case, there is no tumor at all in my bladder, but she took some tissue samples and we will have the pathology report next week......Although, I'm sure its okay.... I'm still nervous. She Couldn't Find It!!! Lyra |
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Bridget Shenachie Senior Member
since 2002-01-23
Posts 1056Kansas USA |
Great write. So glad to read your winning poem! Shenachie |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Michael, hugs happily dancing around the room......so good to see you again. Enjoy life, this is NOT a dress rehearsal. |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Jenn, thank you much for the welcome back and for the nice words. *hugs* Karilea, yes, I am a winner. Having so many wonderful friends praying for me has given me more strength than you know. Thank you! Interloper, thanks for the welcome back. Krishankins, I thank you for reading and am glad you liked this one. haydenjames, thank you much! Nancy, not to worry. I am getting plenty of rest and sleep and following doctor's orders. Thank you, sweet friend. Sandra, yes, the hospital was hell, but now I'm home, so would just as soon put it behind me. I suppose that writing this was my first step in doing so. Thank you and *hugs* Sharon, Thank you! Noah, I am doing well, my friend, so please have no worries. Each day I grow stronger. Thank you! Martie, an interesting way of putting it. LOL! Yes, I took charge and am now quickly recovering. Thank you! *hugs* Kethry, thank you very much! Lyra, it's only natural to be nervous, but both you and I know already that the results will be negative, right? Claim your victory, my friend. You deserve it! *hugs* Shenachie, isn't winning fun? : ) Donna, *hugs* back and glad to be back home at Passions with my friends. God bless each of you and thank you dearly.  |
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