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Holidays Sometimes Are Sad
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Holidays Sometimes Are Sad |
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garysgirl  
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA 
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Holidays sometimes are sad when aches are in your heart Wondering how in your child's life, you can become more a part You think of how when they were young, playing with games and toys All around the living room, laughs, fun, and joy Then they are older, and have their own family They lead their own lives, you they rarely see Sometimes they move far away, many thousands of miles You miss them so very much, but still try to keep the smiles You're grateful for the little time that they give to you Still wishing one day they'll find the time to include you in what they do You know you've much to be thankful for, with many friends and more family You just long for your child, more a part of your life to be There are so many blessings that you have, with clothes, food , and a good place to sleep Many others in our world don't have that, even warm clothes, they can't keep So even if you may get real sad on this Thanksgiving Day Let's be thankful for the blessings we do have, and our prayers, let's don't forget to say |
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Sunshine
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since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Yep that's what Moms do dig up those silver linings... no matter WHERE they are hiding! |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
Ethel, I so appreciate your feelings in this. More often than not, I too was far, far away from my adult children for birthdays and holidays and no friends can quite fill that void. I understand completely how you feel. A hug to you. You are so right about being grateful for all we have. But I never denied that which I didn't. As you are not. And I think that is so important recongnizing such and writing about it for I'm sure others will be glad to know they are not alone in these mutual feelings. God Bless and happy Thanksgiving and may you have a long phone call.  Hugs, Pat ..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.. |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Very true words, Ethel. There are more suicides during holidays than at any other time. For as much as holidays remind people to be grateful for what they have, they remind others of what they don't have or have lost. The key is focus in on the good things in one's life .... happy Thanksgiving!  |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggsssssss) Oh Ethel, though I am young and of course have never been a daddy, I can understand how my mom and dad feel for me so much and always seem sad thinking of the future when I will start my own life, and I always hug them and tell them that I will always be there for them and to think happy thoughts as I will never stop loving them! (sigh) God Bless You, sweet friend, I send angel hugs of comfort out to you, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Ethel, 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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wranx Member Elite
since 2002-06-07
Posts 3689Moved from a shack to a barn |
I know that this is heartfelt and very real. Blessings. Ed |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Karilea, Thank you so much for reading and replying to my poem. There are always "silver linings", aren't there? Pat, Thank you for your reply. I really appreciate your understanding. Sometimes I feel guilty about wanting more, (of my child's attention), when I already have so much. Michael, Thank you so much for reading and replying to my poem. You are completely right in your reply. Thank you. Noah, You are such a sweet friend. Please don't ever get so wrapped up in your own life that you don't include your Mom and Dad. You will always be their "little boy", just as Tonia will always be my "little girl". "Love makes the world go around" |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Ed, thank you so much for reading and replying to my poem. God bless you, too. "Love makes the world go around" |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Ethel~ Your words ring so true. We may not be able to be with all our loved ones in person but they will always be with us in spirit and heart. I am thankful for that and all the blessings given to me each day...Paul |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
this touched my heart...and made me realize that I have a lot to be thankful for, though I don't see it every day. Thanks for sharing this Ethel. |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Paul, thank you for your sweet reply and for reading my poem. I appreciate it very much. "Love makes the world go around" |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Dixie, thank you for reading my poem and for your reply. I'm glad that you enjoyed it. "Love makes the world go around" |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
This is very true. Even when life is tough, there are things to be thankful for. |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Sue, thank you so much. You are such a special person, friend. I'm so glad that you are thankful for the good things. "Love makes the world go around" |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Ethel So very true, as the others have said, sadness rises, but so does thankfulness. Thanks for this lovely poem! |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Thank you, Martie, for reading and replying to my poem. I really do appreciate it. "Love makes the world go around" |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Very nice...James |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
James, thank you for reading and replying to my poem. "Love makes the world go around" |
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