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Finding My Voice
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Finding My Voice |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia 
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 My beautiful Dad, Erik Gunnar Bjornson 29 November 1923 - 30 May 1999 * * * * You would always take much interest Whilst watching the nightly news I would often listen intently As you expressed your point of view Many times you felt so passionate About the stories you would read You were such a wealth of knowledge And I learnt much from your lead You never knew me as a writer My voice was hidden way back then But through my grief I found a calling Exposing my feelings through my pen I began to find a purpose As my words began to flow But my heart was tinged with sadness For you were never to know I opened my soul to strangers Sharing the love I felt for you 'tho my life turned upside down Thoughts of you would get me through I wrote about my garden And shared my love of the sea Through my ever flowing words I felt your presence close to me I'd write of love and romance And of those in desperate need Poetry became my main obsession How my mind would eagerly feed I've made so many friends And for them so much I care I find comfort revealing my feelings From my heart and soul I share So, Dad, I hope you see me And I hope I've made you proud My life now has more volume And through my heart my voice is loud I am in motion I am blue Love is an ocean I'm anchored in you - Shawn Mullins [This message has been edited by Suetang (08-15-2002 12:44 AM).] |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
'... So, Dad, I hope you see me And I hope I've made you proud...' Sue hon there is NO question in my mind or anyone else who knows you. Your Dad is your guardian angel, your inspiration and your protector. He is bursting with PRIDE at the accomplishments and writings of his little girl. Know he is always by your side inspiring you. You are a wonderful and gifted poetess and a woman I am proud to call friend. Hugs, Marti "Even if life is full of thorns, |
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WhiteRose Member Elite
since 2002-07-23
Posts 3208somebody's dungeon |
You've become a wonderful writer who touches so many with her words. I've sure your father sees, and is beaming with pride. |
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Goodknight Member Elite
since 2002-06-15
Posts 2386Ohio, USA |
I am sure that your dad is proud of you Sue - his spirit looks over your shoulder as you write I bet. Many other who read your words are struck by them and I am sure your dads's legacy shine through those words. This is loving - tender - and longing and oh so well written - Loved it Sue - Paul |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Sue T. NEVER doubt that your Dad would be ever so proud of you....You have a gift, which touches each of us in ways that only we understand.... You share a gift with us, the gift of your heart and the truth of your feelings through your words of poetry... Keep writing, keep sharing, and NEVER ever feel you have to keep proving yourself.... You already have....a long time ago... |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Sue: A wonderful poem and picture of your dad. you look so much like him! Thanks for sharing! Betty Lou Hebert |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big huggggsssssss) God Bless You, sweet Sue, I know your dad truly is your guardian angel and Erik will always love you so so much and is so proud now you too are sharing your voice to the world as all he wants you to be is happy! (kiss on cheek) You are a true angel of these pages, sweet friend, I too am blessed to know you and so much of your wonderful loving dad, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Sue, 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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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Sue, a wonderful poem and 'finally' a fantastic pic.  Well done! ~Hugs~ |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
So many things I can see in this fine man's face...how proud he was of you! He knew you had that voice within, all along! It's in the twinkle in his eye! |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
Thank you all so very much for your heartfelt replies. I was moved to tears by the warmth and love that radiated from your words and into my heart. I am indebted to so many people here. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Take care Love Sue I am in motion |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Sue darling heart your ability to write leaves me gasping with delight, YOU never ever disappoint me I know sure as eggs are eggs that your father looks at you and is as proud as he can be This is exquisite writing, and thank you for sending me the link I’ve been so busy I’m only dashing into the forums and then I’m off again. Really really excellent writing and you are a daughter to be proud of This is superb and I love it utterly utterly utterly  Love and warm stuff As always Mushy  Breathe through the heat of our desire |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Sue, How totally awesome...a pic of your dad! Seems you got his chin and lots more I'm sure. You know how much I love your poetry and I love even more seeing the source of its inspiration. I know you knew when you were writing this how proud you make him and, I'm sure, always have. Well done. I can't wait until the next one.  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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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Suetang - You must miss him dearly. Your relationship a treasure to remember forever. Best to you... BC |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
Sue, this one brought back some memories, though of my mother, not my dad...still it made me want to see my father who I have not seen in years. |
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RSWells Member Elite
since 2001-06-17
Posts 2533 |
Write on! A wonderful tribute and proclamation. |
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