Way of the Salty Stream (important to read, please)

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VAS
Member Rara Avis

since 2000-11-16

Posts 7450
Oregon

0 posted 2002-12-08 11:44 AM

Way of the Salty Stream

shredded tears,
rent heart,
where does the grieving
stop and start?

rainfalls
from a riven sky
mournful calls
pain-filled sigh

how can there be rhyme
in the universe
a balanced rhythm
is surely curse

when two lives
have been ripped from earth
one in a peaceful going,
age and alzheimers,
one stolen
in violent car crash
a babe of twenty-one

which way do her tears flow?
linked by birth
and love
the other
merely love

which way
will the salty stream flow
how will each know
her prayers
her shared agony

her heart rent
but her body
whole
with only one way to go

care for them all,
sweet Lord,
give them Your peace
that passes all understanding

©December 8, 2002

Prayer request:

My daughter, Debbie, received a call at midnight last night and her very best friend's oldest son was killed in a car accident, he had just turned 21. Then at a little after 2 a.m., Debbie's dad called with the news that her grandma had died. They, my daughter, her dad and his wife, are traveling to Salem from the Seattle area at this moment. The prayer request is for safety and comfort of all concerned. I know my daughter wishes so much she
could be in two places at once, with her dad and by her friend's side. Her grandfather died just two months ago.

I would like prayer for me, as well, for peace that God is with them all and protecting them.

Virginia

Whether on the shoal or on the shore,
I'll seek the lighthouse evermore.

Martie

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Member Empyrean

since 1999-09-21

Posts 28049
California

1 posted 2002-12-08 11:49 AM

Virginia

Sometimes life packs a whollop and you wonder why. I'm so sorry for this double loss for your daughter and for you. I send my thoughts and prayers to you all for peace and understanding.

Magnus

Member Laureate

since 2001-10-10

Posts 14135
South Carolina, USA

2 posted 2002-12-08 11:54 AM

Virginia, seems that some of the saddest
times are always around the holidays...

Sending a prayer for their safety and for
those that grieve....

Best to you all....

ThisDiamond
Member Rara Avis

since 2002-02-22

Posts 9353
Michigan, USA

3 posted 2002-12-08 11:55 AM

All prayers always Virginia. ThisDiamond

VAS
Member Rara Avis

since 2000-11-16

Posts 7450
Oregon

4 posted 2002-12-08 11:56 AM

Thank you all for your prayers and quick responses.
Virginia

Whether on the shoal or on the shore,
I'll seek the lighthouse evermore.

Sunshine

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since 1999-06-25

Posts 63354
Listening to every heart

5 posted 2002-12-08 12:02 PM

Yes, Virginia, you have my prayers, that God and his angels be with your daughter, and the souls of those that have passed on.

Peace be with them all.

garysgirl

Member Laureate

since 2002-09-29

Posts 19237
Florida, USA

6 posted 2002-12-08 12:15 PM

Virginia, all concerned have my prayers.... for the ones grieving their
loss, for the safety of your loved ones, and for your peace of mind......

"Love makes the world go around"
~~with love and hugs from Ethel~~

regards2you
Member Elite

since 2002-10-01

Posts 3940
California

7 posted 2002-12-08 12:18 PM

Virginia,

So hard to watch our children suffer. Prayers for ~you~ for extra strength and wisdom as you nurture your daughter through her losses.

Additionally, may God sooth all shocked and grieving hearts involved with His tender love and care, and provide a blanket of protection of safe keeping.

Hugs and love, Pat

..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons..
"Desiderata"

VAS
Member Rara Avis

since 2000-11-16

Posts 7450
Oregon

8 posted 2002-12-08 12:20 PM

Thank you all.

Whether on the shoal or on the shore,
I'll seek the lighthouse evermore.

Seymour Tabin
Member Empyrean

since 1999-07-07

Posts 31720
Tamarac Fla

9 posted 2002-12-08 12:24 PM

VAS
You know the old saying, "It never rains but it pours." You have my empathy and prayers.

Ice_Queen
Junior Member

since 2002-12-04

Posts 29
Delaware, USA

10 posted 2002-12-08 12:56 PM

You have my best wishes...may the tears wash you clean

NewEnglandlazurlu
Member Rara Avis

since 2002-01-04

Posts 7470
A Mountain Paradise

11 posted 2002-12-08 01:15 PM

Virginia, life can be so cruel and unkind at times. Please know I am holding them all in prayer.

Hugs to you, Marti

'A witty saying proves nothing.'
Voltaire (1694-1778)

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