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Larry C

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0 posted 2002-10-17 02:12 AM

Daddy Said Yes!
By Larry Chadwick

BEFORE

Her mother was afraid,
Just wouldn’t let it be done.
She came to visit her dad,
It was time to have some fun.

First we began a search,
A beautician we needed to find.
Her hair was way too long,
She wanted it shorter like mine.

DURING

An expert he had to be,
For price was no object.
Her great fear required,
His skills to be perfect.

And though she shed some tears,
Her determination gave her the strength.
She sat down in his chair,
And let him change the length.

DURING

And when the cut was complete,
She was as gorgeous as a model.
So off to the bikini shop,
There was no time to dawdle.

At sixteen it was no challenge,
Everything seemed to look good.
The purchase was quickly made,
Off to the beach because we could.

AFTER

Now it wasn’t easy being a dad,
To a beautiful girl like her.
But it was well worth the risk,
Effort well spent for sure.

October 16, 2002

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 (10-17-2002 02:30 AM).]

Poet deVine

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1 posted 2002-10-17 03:02 AM

How cute!!! Both the pictures and the poem. Loved it Larry.

1slick_lady
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2 posted 2002-10-17 03:34 AM

she IS beautiful !!! helen

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3 posted 2002-10-17 06:59 AM

When a young woman goes from long hair, to short hair, it's a rite, a passage. It tells the world their hands are busy with responsibility and duty, that they are helping others.

Thank you for this, Larry. Your daughter is very proud.

SmartChick
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4 posted 2002-10-17 07:56 AM

From what I remember, daddy's always did say yes. This is a wonderful poem. She is beautiful. Thank you for sharing this with us.

Mistletoe Angel

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5 posted 2002-10-17 08:09 AM

(big hugggssssssss) Oh Larry, this is soooooooo beautiful, sweet friend, your love for your family is so deep and true and I know she will always guide you with her love as you cherish these dear memories to your heart! (sigh) God Bless You, sweet friend, the pictures are beautiful, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Larry, thank you for sharing!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

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

Shakira

[This message has been edited by Mistletoe Angel (10-17-2002 08:09 AM).]

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6 posted 2002-10-17 09:41 AM

Awww...you are a terrific Dad. What a wonderful poem and what a beautiful daughter.

Hugs, Marti

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7 posted 2002-10-17 09:53 AM

Larry, a heartfelt rendition of bonding between father and daughter...and what happened when she returned to Mom? Yegads, you two were brave!

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

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8 posted 2002-10-17 09:57 AM

Great pictures, a sweet poem, Larry

M

Kit McCallum

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9 posted 2002-10-17 10:09 AM

Ah, Larry ... my guess is ... it would have been hard to say "no" to such a beautiful girl. Wonderful pictures, and heartwarmingly told.

Best wishes,
/Kit

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10 posted 2002-10-17 10:15 AM

Larry C
Beautiful and wonderful. Enjoyed

garysgirl

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11 posted 2002-10-17 10:30 AM

Larry, this is beautiful....the connection between daughter and Dad....the thoughts....the pictures....the daughter....and the poem... I loved it. My hair is still long in back, though I did cut the bangs and the top and sides a few years ago. It is a lot easier to take care of. It was a hard descision for me, though, to cut ANY of it. I don't know if any of you understand, but it was a religious thing back then. Thanks for sharing. Okay, I'll hush with my big mouth (for now, anyway...HeHee!!)

Love To All,
Ethel

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12 posted 2002-10-17 11:18 AM

Very beautiful Larry and well written to my friend. Hugs.

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13 posted 2002-10-17 12:28 PM

fun poem, cute haircut. Reminds me of when I first cut mine (although not that short)
SCARY!!

Lovely to read you, Sir.

"two hearts will build the foundation for one point of light
a duet done with passion"

excerpt from "I Love You"

WhiteRose
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14 posted 2002-10-17 01:14 PM

This is lovely! Darling pictures and poem.

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15 posted 2002-10-17 02:08 PM

Your daughter is quite lovely and your poem speaks of a fathers immense love...I just love to see a Dad as loving and involved in their child as I see in you.Excellent!You shine and so does she!
God Bless you all, Cher

Poetry is:
Passion, imagination and intellect running together.

Aloha with warmest regards, Cheryl Stewart Koomoa

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16 posted 2002-10-17 03:26 PM

Good job Larry....nice looking young lady too...

Martie

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17 posted 2002-10-17 03:46 PM

Larry

A treasure of photos and words you have shared with us. Thank you!

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18 posted 2002-10-17 10:43 PM

Thanks for sharing these precious memories with us, Larry...
Every day we have with our children is a treasure.

~ loving chipmunk hugs

passing shadows
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19 posted 2002-10-17 11:04 PM

what a heart-string-tugger! God Larry, you have such a way of comin through the times...me...well I'm still breaking up just to read these...I can't even imagine what you have been through and go through every day, but my heart does go out to you.

She is so beautiful...then, now, and always.

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Canada eh.

20 posted 2002-10-17 11:06 PM

Larry~Thanks for sharing these precious memories with us.
~Hugs~

~ Time has cast a spell on you
So you won't ever forget me ~

Earth Angel
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21 posted 2002-10-17 11:22 PM

These poems you write on your family are so special. Thank you for opening up your life and your home and inviting us in.

Among all the other hats you wear, you are also the Chadwick family archivist and historian!

BTW Your daughter is as pretty as a picture!

Linda

Larry C

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22 posted 2002-10-18 12:44 PM

PdV,
Thanks for your kind words. It was so much fun then and now.

helen,
And you would know beauty. Thanks so very much.

Karilea,
You are such an insightful woman. Sounds like a concept for a poem. Thank you sweet freind.

Sue,
Daddy's only say yes all the time to sweet and precious girls. Thank you dear lady so much.

Noah,
Family is almost everything. And it does mean so much. Thanks for your support.

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

Larry C

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23 posted 2002-10-18 12:49 PM

Marti,
Well...and you are a very kind woman. Thank you for those words that always mean so much to em.

Virginia,
Well...at least we had the whole summer. As I recall she grew her hair out again for mom. But always I thought her most gorgeous with it short. And then she grew it long to donate. Which we did after the funeral. So I must confess she was beautiful to the end.

M,
And compliments from a great lady. Thank you.

Kit,
I refuse to confess...oh, all right. Sheesh, I get no breaks with you.

Thank you sweet poetess.

Sy(Octagenarian plus one),
I'm so glad. And thank 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

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24 posted 2002-10-18 12:54 PM

Ethel,
Back then?

How long ago was that? Must have been before my time! But just the same, it was a delightful experience to share. With her and with you. Thanks.

Donna,
Thank you so much for your tenderness. It is appreciated.

Jenn,
Well mam, it was scary! She cried and even trembled a little. But the beautician was the one for the job. He was awesome and it turned out to be such fun. And thank you.

WR,
Oh thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed. This is the first time that I've done the pics completely alone. I'll shut up now. Thanks.

Cher,
She always did! What a joy she was. I miss her so, but still get to share. I'm thrilled you enjoyed this. Thanks.

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

Larry C

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25 posted 2002-10-18 01:00 AM

Toe,
Hey now...OH, (sorry) thanks Toe!

Yup she was. And bless you for noticing.

Martie,
Thank you so much Martie for reading this. Your support has meant so much.

SuperDave,
I know you know. But how much it means to me coming from you. Peace to you and please share my deep concern of Lyra's plight with her. You guys are so special. Thanks.

ps,
You, dear friend, have an incredible way with words. Such support as yours has so much meaning and strength in it. I wish there was a way I could convey to how much it means to me. Suffice to say that based on my experience you understand better than you think you do. Thanks.

Nancy Lee,
I am blessed to have such a privilege. Thank YOU. Always.

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

Larry C

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26 posted 2002-10-18 01:01 AM

Linda,
You know how to touch a broken heart. Thank you for helping me pick up a few pieces. Such kind words are music to a daddy's ears and I am forever grateful.

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

Toerag
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27 posted 2002-10-18 08:05 AM

Daddy said yes...mama said no
Not taking any chances
On having another Toe!

Larry C

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28 posted 2002-10-19 12:41 PM

Toe,
LOL I'm the braver one, can you tell?

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

Paul Wilson

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29 posted 2002-10-23 10:47 PM

Larry...Truly a treasured moment that will stay with you forever...Paul

Larry C

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30 posted 2002-10-24 01:51 AM

Paul,
Thank you so much for your faithfulness to my poetry. And bless you, always.

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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