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Joyce Johnson

Member Rara Avis

since 2001-03-10

Posts 9912
Washington State

0 posted 2003-03-25 12:15 PM

( This was my prayer when I sent my own beloved son to the Viet Nam War.I post it for all distraught mothers.)

In Your Care

Lord, since you put him in my care,
There was no time I wasn't there,
When he would turn in need to me;
No matter what that need might be.

As helpless infant to young man,
I did all that a mother can
To feed his body, mind and soul.
I did my best to keep him whole.

Now it is time to let him go,
He's off to fight a dangerous foe.
This boy who's only shot a ball,
Is answering his country's call.

My love goes with him all the way
And now I turn to you today.
Please hear my brokenhearted plea,
Watch over my loved son for me.

I'd give my life, you know I would
To save my dear son if I could.
You gave your son, you understand.
Please keep him safely in your hand.

By: Joyce 3/24/03

mysticpoe
Senior Member

since 2003-02-28

Posts 883

1 posted 2003-03-25 12:44 PM

Hi Joyce, I see you have been extremely inspired lately. Well good for you and the support your offering for all those in need. This poem is outstanding and I don't think it could be written any better. Nice job, enjoyed the read.

mysticpoe

Joyce Johnson

Member Rara Avis

since 2001-03-10

Posts 9912
Washington State

2 posted 2003-03-25 12:57 PM

Thank you MysticPoe. I assure you it is sincere. Love, Joyce

GG
Member Elite

since 2002-12-03

Posts 3532
Lost in thought

3 posted 2003-03-25 11:24 PM

This is powerful and I can feel its sincerity. It hit me in a bit of a different way though, as my mom left the house when I was six. You show a true mother's love, so precious.

Always, Alyssa

- And so it was that time stood still -
(blink, breathe, stand, fight)

Mistletoe Angel

Member Empyrean

since 2000-12-17

Posts 32816
Portland, Oregon

4 posted 2003-03-25 11:43 PM

(tears fall down my cheeks) God Bless You, sweet friend, I pray too for all mothers across the world and pray their children are safe from the lightning! (sad sigh) God Bless You and your son, dearest friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Joyce, thank you for sharing!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

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

Shakira

jjote
Senior Member

since 2002-12-25

Posts 1088
Ontario, Canada

5 posted 2003-03-26 02:19 AM

Joyce,
this is so right for all moms who're now sending their sons off to war. Touching.

Joyce Johnson

Member Rara Avis

since 2001-03-10

Posts 9912
Washington State

6 posted 2003-03-26 02:24 AM

Thank you GG, Mistlet0e Angel and jjote. I appreciate your replies. Love, joyce

BloomingRose
Member Elite

since 2000-08-09

Posts 3092
Florida

7 posted 2003-03-27 07:57 AM

Joyce this is a wonderful prayer for all those sent to war.
It's obvious it was written from you're tender heart.

Deb

Trillium

Member Patricius

since 2001-03-09

Posts 12098
Idaho, USA

8 posted 2003-03-27 06:02 PM

Joyce: This is truly an inspired prayer and so appropriate for mothers everywhere, who are sending their sons to war!

Betty Lou Hebert

BSC

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Member Elite

since 2000-02-04

Posts 2919
New York, USA

9 posted 2003-03-27 06:41 PM

Oh what a heartfelt piece Joyce ~ Written as only a Mom could write it. If you wouldn't mind, I would like to print this out for a couple of my friends whose son's are over there, I'm sure it would me a lot to them. Thanks so much for sharing this with all. Bonnie

Joyce Johnson

Member Rara Avis

since 2001-03-10

Posts 9912
Washington State

10 posted 2003-03-28 03:10 PM

Certainly you may print it out. Thanks for your answers. Joyce

Lighthousebob
Member Elite

since 2000-06-14

Posts 4725
California

11 posted 2003-03-29 11:55 AM

It's most comforting to know that even in these most extreme of times when our sons and daughters lifes are at stake that God still understands. Thank you for sharing your Mother's prayer and your loving words of comfort with us here. God bless.

-Bob

garysgirl

Member Laureate

since 2002-09-29

Posts 19237
Florida, USA

12 posted 2003-03-29 09:43 PM

Joyce, this prayer is so beautiful.
And you are beautiful for sharing it
with others. Thank you.

Hugs,
Ethel

Poet4Christ
Member

since 2003-02-19

Posts 211
Oklahoma City

13 posted 2003-03-30 12:31 PM

Joyce -
After reading this poem I do believe I understand your heart much better. God bless you and God bless all of the mothers and fathers of our brave soldiers of freedom. Beautiful.

He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered. Proverbs 28:26

Whippoorwill
Member

since 2003-03-12

Posts 60
Arizona

14 posted 2003-03-30 12:52 PM

Joyce,
Words spoken from a true Mother. I believe you to be a Mother to all boys in heart and soul. As I am. My son is not at war but I worry for each boy at war whose bravery unsurpasses their innocent hearts. Thanks
In the Spirit, Whippoorwill

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