Open Poetry #23 |
Beginning to End |
Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Beginning to End By Larry Chadwick You could see it from the start, It was written on their faces. They were meant to be in love, Though they’d come from different places. From the innocence of their youth, They had an intensity of devotion. A foundation for their family, Where you could feel true love’s emotion. For when they made their vows, It was done with pure intent. Knowing love can conquer all, When your mate is heaven sent. There were plenty of good times, That far out weighed the bad. We were proud to watch, The faithfulness of our mom and dad. They professed their love as loudly, At the end as when it started. It’s what gives my mother strength, Now that dad’s departed. October 24, 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 (10-25-2002 12:25 PM).] |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Larry this has a nice feel to it, speaking of feel, I think you are missing one from the last line of verse two. Good work Keth Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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Tammy Blessing Member
since 2002-08-26
Posts 366PA |
What a wonderful tribute to your Mother and Father!! Loved this write Larry. Thanks for sharing it. Tammy |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
How very beautiful... both the poem and the love shared through so many years... that now sustains through the tears. *S* [This message has been edited by suthern (10-25-2002 10:45 AM).] |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Larry, this is so heartwarming and beautiful. The love sounds a lot like my parents. I know that you are hurting from your Dad's passing...but, as your Mom is doing, I know that the love you and your Father shared is going to help you through. Thanks for sharing your heart, dear, sweet friend. Love To All, Ethel |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
(big hugggssssss) Oh Larry, this is sooooooo beautiful, sweet friend, my eyes got teary reading this as I am so happy for you and your mom and dad and while my heart goes out to ylour dads loss, I know your mom will always love you and when the time is right will re-unite with him up above and never again will they be apart in love as his love goes on inside her in soul! (sigh) God Bless You all, sweet friend, 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..." |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Beautiful Larry... Another page in the book of memories shared with us here... how very thoughtful of you. ~Hugs~ ~ Time has cast a spell on you |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Keth, It was missing a feeling! And thanks much appreciated. Tammy, Thank you and it is so nice to see you here at Passions. suthern, So very well said. Thank you for that. Ethel, Always you have such kind words. Your support is appreciated 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. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Noah, Someday. And thank you for your faithful support dear friend. Nancy Lee, Your kindnesses will never be forgotten. Thank you for your consistent gentleness. 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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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
What a beautiful poem and picture of your parents, Larry... I know very well, the feeling you describe here... beautifully expressed ~ hugs and tears Lyra |
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SEA
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
Larry, loved this love their smiles very touching..... |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
If this poem and the photo affected me this much---I can only imagine your Mom's reaction when she saw this. Another special addition to your family records! Linda |
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RSWells Member Elite
since 2001-06-17
Posts 2533 |
A great tribute to a timeless love. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Lyra, Thank you dear lady. And peace to you. Susan, Thank you sweet friend. I do appreciate it. Linda, When she gets here! And thank you. RSW, I like how you put it! Thanks. 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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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Yes a wonderful tribute Larry (psst, the apple doesn't fall too far from the tree does it - that nose looks familiar) I drew a moustache on the screen and yup there you were. |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Larry, thank you for continuing to share your family. I feel like we are neighbors and friends and it's nice to be involved with all of you. This is a lovely tribute to your Mom and Dad. Hugs, Marti Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Sharon, Aren't you adorable. Dad always made a big production about the family nose. Thank you so much. Marti, How kind. And I am honored to be considered your neighbor. Bless you. Thanks. 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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