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A Prayer for Jeff
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A Prayer for Jeff |
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Martie
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since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California 
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Two years ago I wrote this poem and last year reposted it with the note below. My brother just called with news that his son, Jeff, has suddenly had a turn for the worse, in critical condition and not expected to live through the night. Please send your prayers to Jeff, my brother, and his family and Jeff's wife and two year old daughter and new baby. He has been so strong in this amazing fight. Thank you. ___________ I wrote this poem last year after spending Christmas eve with my nephew, Jeff. Last year at this time, he was not expected to live another year, or even a few months. Now, after two operations, and being near death many times...he is doing much better. The passionate poet prayer team helped with this healing, I think. Peace and love to all this holiday season..and every day of the year. Encased in Living’s Smile The sun drown in the Pacific and the sky had caught on fire the island rose like a gray whale against the melting funeral pyre Warm by the light lit Christmas tree a family circled round the hearth and thanked a giving beauty blessed family dinner to take part Their child was filled with imp for sure and rode stick horse from room to room the tender hearts that gave her birth tried not to think that dad’s life’s doomed For deep inside him is the wrath of cancers spread to every room and where our love lives it fills up and spills out fear of pain and gloom Yet we hug our love to tell him we treasure each and every mile that takes him to another day with love encased in living’s smile. [This message has been edited by Martie (10-20-2002 10:59 PM).] |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (tears fall down my cheeks) God Bless You, sweet friend, I wasn't around that long ago here when you first wrote the poem but know I will always have Jeff in my thoughts and prayers and his whole family as I know with our love he will heal once more and be safe and comforted! (big hugggssssss) You are a true angel, sweet friend, God Bless You, Jeff is indeed a strong person and I know again he will perservere with our guidance, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Martie, 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 (10-20-2002 10:19 PM).] |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Oh, Martie, this breaks my heart, too. Like Noah, I wasn't here when you posted this poem, but I'm glad that you have reposted it. And, also, I am sure that when this enormous prayer chain at PIP gets this request, there will be a change in your nephew, Jeff's, condition. Thanks for sharing, sweet Martie. Love To All, Ethel |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Martie - my heart goes out to you my friend. Prayers are with him... BC |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Dear Martie~ I am so sorry to hear this news. Please know that comforting prayers are going out to Jeff and the family. ~Hugs sweetie~ |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
Dear Martie, My prayers go out to all of you. Hugs, Pat ..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.. |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Martie, we've spoken of Jeff and his hard fought battle. Cancer can often feel like a cruel joke, but please have faith that only God truly knows the number of our days and doesn't call us home until it's time. My prayers are with each of you that God will give you the strength you need in the coming days, weeks, even years ahead. God bless you, my friend, and God bless Jeff and his dear family. *hugs* The stars will shine when I am gone, |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Martie, I'm so sorry....Your nephew, Jeff, and your brother and whole family will be in my prayers. |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
This breaks my heart, Martie.... I know how terrible this has to be for you and your family... and most of all for Jeff and his wife and children... I don't know them..but I do know you and so I am here for you and I am holding your hand and offering all of my prayers that he survives  ~ angel hugs and all of my prayersLyra |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
Martie.. yourself, Jeff your brother and his family are in my prayers. Many hugs Maree. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Martie, You have my prayers for sure. Such a protracted battle. How tragic are the results of cancer both in the body and in our families. Peace to you all. 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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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Martie prayers are on wing. God speed to heal him and we will continue in the vigil to join with you in this prayer circle of Passions that simply does Work many wonders. Hugs to you and be strong.  If I have touched one heart through my words, then I have acheived my dream... [This message has been edited by Gentle Spirit (10-21-2002 06:11 AM).] |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Martie, your entire family is in my prayers... |
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Tracey Member Elite
since 2001-08-29
Posts 2808where insanity meets breeding |
My prayers are there for your nephew, family and yourself. This is so very heartwrenching to go through. I wish I could offer more than prayers. |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Martie, you know I will offer prayers. *HuGS* Kethry Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
my thoughts with you and your family at this time.... |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Jeff died this morning at 2:40. Continuted prayers for his wife and children and my brother would be appreciated. Thank you all your thoughts and prayers last night and this morning. Much love to you all. |
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