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Dr.Moose1 Member Elite
since 1999-09-05
Posts 3448Bewilderment , USA |
"Young man , can you tell me", my mom used to say, it seemed at the time. almost everyday, when I kept protesting, was not time for bed, "who in the world put such thoughts in your head?" She said that quite often, when-ever I'd slack. A litany, sort of a pat on the back, as if I were innocent ,strangely, somehow, so, who put such thoughts in my head here and now? The time I was "Superman", thought I could fly, my head hit a brick, I darn near lost an eye. What I choose to remember's not how much I bled but, "who in the world put such thoughts in your head?" For all of those other times things turned out wrong, of trials and errors, the same old sad song. No longer in ear-shot, so here in it's stead it's "Who in the world put such thoughts in your head?" Well, Mom, I'm much older now, you've passed away. The litany's repeated itself I must say. My sons have all heard it, and tears have been shed, this time it is you, put such thoughts in my head. Dedicated with loving gratitude,in memory of, Irene Bare Kleist [This message has been edited by Dr.Moose1 (03-28-2003 11:26 AM).] |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Your Mom was very special--as is this poem! ...Yep, she must have put these warm and loving thoughts in your head!  Love & Light, EA |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Doc... Your mom was special indeed... as is this poem... If you edit your post and check the "submit for the book" box - I'll happily come back and vote for it to be published in "REFLECTIONS"...  |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Well Doc, I've always liked your style. Bless your mom and may she rest in peace. All her efforts ultimately paid off! Excellent write and wonderful tribute. Way to go dad. Hope you plan to submit this to the book. Then I'll come back and vote.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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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggssssssss) Oh William, this is such a heartaching write, dearest friend, it is saddening how the world can paralyze us all and take innocence away and how knowing the truth is troublesome! (sad sigh) This is powerful, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet William, 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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waldopepper Member
since 2003-03-18
Posts 157Tennessee, USA |
Ah yes, what Mom's can do! I guess it's part of the job description. Wonderful reminisce my friend. |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
frowning after smiling-- I too, was eager to vote. Wish you would let us... This is a poem to be read over and over. |
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DawnG
since 2000-06-23
Posts 1494United States |
Oh this tribute to your mom is so beautiful. I am so glad she put all those loving thoughts in your head. Dawn |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Doc, I think this tribute to your Mom is beautiful, too. If you will put this for submission to the book, I also will vote for it. This would be beautiful in the book.  Hugs, Ethel |
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Dr.Moose1 Member Elite
since 1999-09-05
Posts 3448Bewilderment , USA |
EA, Nan, Larry C, Noah, waldopepper, serenity,Dawn G, garysgirl, Thank you all, and my apologies for not reading the instructions first about book submissions. I actually had no intentions of submitting anything, and then this popped (or is that "Mommed") into my head. Thanks much again. Doc |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Very touching, Doc. (((HUGS))) Casting my vote! |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I'm glad the thoughts in your head gave such a poem... I loved every line... and simply melted at the ending. *S* |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
thank you, 'tis a pleasure to vote! |
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christian Member
since 2002-12-18
Posts 331 |
very touching. hope youre missing her,because she deserves to be missed--in all ways possible. click click. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
So pleased you came back and clicked the submission box. Wonderful tribute to your mother! YES!! One for the book! ~Hugs~ ~Somewhere in my heart I'm always |
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Dr.Moose1 Member Elite
since 1999-09-05
Posts 3448Bewilderment , USA |
Denise, Thank you. Knowing your penchant for sonnets, perhaps one of those will be written someday also. Be well. Doc suthern, Many thanks. I went on record saying I didn't plan to submit anything for the second printing, but, I also said that might change. This one was from the heart, plain and simple, thus my decision to submit. Thanks again. Doc serenity, I sure hope you don't mind my calling you by your former name. Actually, the next time the name change thing comes up, I think I'll change mine to "Doc"( I'm thinking lately simple is better). Thanks for being you. Doc christian, Thanks. It's been a number of years, yet, the memory is still fresh. She was quite a remarkable woman. Doc Enchantress, Thank you. This one is not for me (just in case you missed that, which I doubt). My mother was not only intelligent and witty, she was the "glue" which held our family together, and a true friend. It is only fitting that I submit this in her memory. And, just for the heck of it, yes, it is possible to laugh and cry at the same time. Doc [This message has been edited by Dr.Moose1 (03-28-2003 04:45 PM).] |
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Pilgrimage Member Elite
since 2001-12-04
Posts 3945Texas, USA |
She sounds very kindly. I hope when I'm gone my boys think of me as well as you think of her, the love shines through here. Nan (Pilgrim variety) |
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SPIRIT Senior Member
since 2002-12-29
Posts 1745California Desert |
My dad was the one with all the nifty little sayings that I passed down to my children and now I find myself still saying them to the grandchildren. I enjoyed this visit with your mother very much. I happily cast my vote. |
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WhiteRose Member Elite
since 2002-07-23
Posts 3208somebody's dungeon |
Enjoyed the read of this. |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Popping in for Mom... |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
hmm, you are making me think of my parents' favourite sayings... |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
Perfect. Glad to see you submit after all. |
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skyshine
since 2002-02-07
Posts 3058Beneath the northern stars |
Read and voting!!! A very nice tribute, Dr. Moose.  ~Liz Waited on a line of greens and blues, just to be the next to be with you.. |
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Andrew Scott Member Elite
since 1999-06-24
Posts 2558Redlands,CA,USA |
Yo Doc! First of all, great poem. Moms and dads have a way of leaving their marks on our souls and in this case it has served you well. The one that helps me sometimes get through the day comes from my father, "They can kill ya, but they can't eat cha... becuase that's against the law." I think it appropriate for a soon to be elementary teacher.  That said, I'm sure your mom is proud of the person she helped shape and mold into PIP's own Doc. Moose. I bow to you and yours with vote in hand.P.S. You're not allowed to change your name. Only the Stute has that power, and as Supreme King of the East Wing I forbid any alteration to your title, alias, nickname, pen name, pseudonym, sobriqent, designation, or nomenclature. Not to mention any other word that can be found in the thesaurus under "name." That is, as long as it's OK with you. Peace! my friend. [This message has been edited by Andrew Scott (03-29-2003 12:12 PM).] |
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PhaerieChild Senior Member
since 1999-08-30
Posts 1787Aloha, Oregon |
I love this and only hope that some of my adages will serve my kids as well as your Mom's served you and your kids. Definitely got my vote (and yes I can understand the laughing and crying at the same time). Very touching tribute to what sounds like a very beautiful lady. |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
This is wonderful Doc! How many times I hear my mother's words coming straight out of my mouth - and sometimes my Dad's, too! A great dedication! Thank you. |
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Alicethruglass Member
since 2001-06-19
Posts 368 |
wonderfully written, with that sense of humor and charm you place in passions ~A~ |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
Lucky you to have had such a mom and her lsting impression on her young son. Loved it. I had one of those unforgettable moms. Joyce |
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Dr.Moose1 Member Elite
since 1999-09-05
Posts 3448Bewilderment , USA |
Pilgrimage, Thanks. Ah, the weight appears again for these slow turning hands, yet still I must submit. Dilemmas, dilemmas. Doc Spirit. Thank you. My Dad had a few sayings also, be that as it may, most comments are appreciated. Doc Drew, Buddy, dang, we got some unfinished business. Thanks ol' pal, I'll be seein' ya around! Doc Munda, Thank you dear friend. Hope all is well. Doc Nan, Thanking you for popping in. Doc Whiterose, Thanks much. Doc Kaile, Thanks. As nice people, all should be remembered. Doc skyshine, Thanks. I think my mom would like this. Doc PhaerieChild, Thanks. Yes, we can only hope, as I'm sure our parents did. Doc |
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sweetwater Member
since 2002-12-16
Posts 178Perth |
a beautiful poem. I enjoyed the insight. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Yuppers...I'm back to add my vote. Good decision Doc! And I think it mommed into your head...  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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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
I think that one of the greatest judgements of how well a parent did is how she is remembered by her children. Obviously your mother was a very special lady and you have penned a special piece to display your thoughts of her. Well done, Doc...  |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Doc...Heartfelt and very worthy of a page in the book...Paul "To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you" |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Hey Doc! I'm so pleased this will be in the book... 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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Dr.Moose1 Member Elite
since 1999-09-05
Posts 3448Bewilderment , USA |
Sunshine,Alicethruglass,Joyce,sweetwater,Larry C,hoot, Balladeer,Paul, Thank you all so much. I had penned individual replies to all of you , only to have them careen off into cyberspace. Oh well,I probably hit the wrong key or something. Thanks again. Doc Larry C. Are you privy to some information the rest of us are not? I thought these were only submissions. Thanks . Doc [This message has been edited by Dr.Moose1 (04-03-2003 08:02 PM).] |
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