Trillium
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Idaho, USA
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2004-01-03
06:54 PM
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One Foot in Heaven
Before you left, we should have known That God would take you for his own. It wasn't just your form and face, That made you perfect for His Place, It was the sweetness of your heart. We realized right from the start, You catered to the old and weak. His Word you always seemed to seek. We'd find His messages to you In pockets and in school work too. Although you seemed a normal boy And brought your family endless joy, There was a sign that we ignored, That you were destined for the Lord.
A cloudy Easter Sunday, where, One ray of sunlight lit your hair. You wandered off, it followed you, To river's edge and there on view, The water suddenly reversed. The light became a brilliant burst And for some seconds, you were gone! Oh, how that memory lingers on! You returned with radiant smile. One foot in Heaven, all the while. Too short the years, but we will be United for eternity!
Betty Lou Hebert
[This message has been edited by Trillium (01-03-2004 06:56 PM).]
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wintertao
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Okaloosa Island, FL
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2004-01-03
07:35 PM
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a powerful creative pen, much enjoyed this eve....
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Joyce Johnson
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since 2001-03-10
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Washington State
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2004-01-03
09:47 PM
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This is beautiful Betty. Love, joyce
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Trillium
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Idaho, USA
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2004-01-04
02:01 PM
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wintertao: Thanks. I enjoy your poetry too!Betty Lou Hebert
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Trillium
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Idaho, USA
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2004-01-04
02:03 PM
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Joyce: This is about our grandson of course. He's been on my mind so much lately. Thanks for reading.
Love, Betty Lou
Betty Lou Hebert
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Suetang
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since 2001-03-07
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Melbourne, Australia
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2004-01-10
03:57 PM
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Hello Betty Lou
Your words touched deep inside my heart. I was so very moved by your words.
Take care........SueI am in motion I am blue Love is an ocean I'm anchored in you - Shawn Mullins
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Trillium
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Idaho, USA
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2004-01-10
10:22 PM
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Sue: Thanks so much for your comments. I always look forward to hearing from you.
Love Betty LouBetty Lou Hebert
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WhtDove
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since 1999-07-22
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Illinois
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2004-01-11
12:49 PM
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Betty this is absolutely moving! Beautifully written. You really do have a gift for writing! Is this a recent loss?
<*\\\>< Life may have influenced who we R, but we're responsible for what we become. I don't question YOUR existance- GOD
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Trillium
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Idaho, USA
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2004-01-11
11:46 PM
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Rebecca: How nice to hear from you! No this is not a recent loss, but still feels like one. Guess it always will!
Love, Betty LouBetty Lou Hebert
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Mysteria
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since 2001-03-07
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British Columbia, Canada
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2004-01-12
12:58 PM
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My heart goes out to you all. You did a lovely poem to him, and God bless him Betty Lou.
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Beasley
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Cheboygan,MI USA
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2004-01-15
09:45 AM
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Dear Betty Lou, You are not just a great writer, you are a wonderful thoughtful person with a faith that is admirable. I'm sorry for this loss in your life. Love, Barb
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Trillium
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2004-01-15
02:55 PM
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Sharon: Thanks so much for your kind thoughts!
Love Betty LouBetty Lou Hebert
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Trillium
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2004-01-15
02:56 PM
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Dear Barb: Thanks for your sweet remarks. This is not a recent loss, but just feels like it at times.
Love Betty LouBetty Lou Hebert
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iliana
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USA
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2004-01-17
05:21 PM
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This touched me as I lost a close friend to drownding when he was 15, and another very dear friend when he was about 20 to leukemia. This was a beautiful poem and I understand the pain.
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Trillium
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2004-01-17
06:28 PM
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Iliana: Thank you for sharing with me, your losses. I appreciate your comments.Betty Lou Hebert
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Mistletoe Angel
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Portland, Oregon
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2004-01-24
09:07 PM
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(big angel hugs) God Bless You, dearest friend, my heart feels for you ever so much as I have missed close friends too young too and I know when the time is right you will be with your grandson forever again and he is guiding you from the heavens! (sigh) I send comfort hugs your way, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Betty, thank you for sharing!
May love and light always shine upon you!
Love, Noah Eaton "You'll find something that's enough to keep you But if the bright lights don't receive you You should turn yourself around and come back home" MB20
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Trillium
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Idaho, USA
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2004-01-25
10:57 PM
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Noah: I think what you say is true. I often feel I have an ally in Heaven! Thanks.Betty Lou Hebert
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Magicmystery
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Windsor, Ontario, Canada
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2004-01-27
06:08 AM
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Well.... I can't get away from crying in this poem... It was so beautifully written, Betty Lou.... and even though the event was one of sadness, it was also one of joy... of knowing what a wonderful place this young one wandered off to find.... and which awaits us when we reunite with those we have missed too long.
Now pass the box of Klennex.... tears of sorrow for your loss, Joyce, and tears of joy in knowing he is in the arms of the Father.
Sherry
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Trillium
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Idaho, USA
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2004-01-27
01:15 PM
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Sherry: Thank you for your sensitive message. I do appreciate hearing from you.
Betty LouBetty Lou Hebert
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jellybeans
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2004-02-13
11:45 AM
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very beautiful, and I sooo understand, my son was like this, beautiful inside and out, and always it seemed, out of place in this world...but I like how you say it better, One foot in Heaven... beautiful writing...hugs for you
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Trillium
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2004-02-13
01:24 PM
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jellybeans: How nice to hear from you and of course, I know you can totally relate to this poem. I hope some of the pain is easing for you.
Love Betty LouBetty Lou Hebert
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Nightshade
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2004-02-14
03:00 PM
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Lovely Betty Lou. hugs, Chris"At one glance I love you With a thousand hearts."
— Mihri Hatun, Turkish poet
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Trillium
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2004-02-14
10:54 PM
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Chris: Thanks for reading!Betty Lou Hebert
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