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The Gift You Gave
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The Gift You Gave |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States 
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The Gift You Gave By Larry Chadwick To both my daughter and my dad... I need not mourn in memory of you, For I find in our past no regret. Nor need I forget the truth, As I learn from it and yet… It is pieces of our puzzle made, That a picture I might recall. And with all the parts of our past, I find the clearest picture of all. So not with fear or dread of past, I look back to what we shared. For it is there that I find strength, From all the things for which we dared. And now I face today with courage strong, Because of what together we had learned. Not denying the pain from which I’ve cried, But looking forward to the future I have earned. When my time on earth is done, It is what you gave that I have shared. In honor of you may others recall, That we both have truly cared. September 11, 2003 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 (09-11-2003 11:26 PM).] |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
larry.. tender and touching.. and with an understanding that is too strong to be denied as anything but sincere... well done sir.. well done indeed. |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Larry...such beauty in this heartfelt write. This touched me deeply, my friend. Hugs,  ~Vicky When the power of love overcomes the |
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Street Heart Member
since 2002-09-05
Posts 349Pennsylvania,USA |
Larry,I cannot tell you how much this sensitive and heart-breaking dedication has moved me.My thoughts and prayers are with you. Peace,Geoffrey If a man has not discovered something he is willing to die for,his life is not worth living. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Your stairway reaches the stars. Thank you, Larry. A fine, fine honor given. |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
This is touching me...beautiful...James |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
For it is there that I find strength, From all the things for which we dared. A beautiful poem, Larry hugss and thanks M |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
I need not mourn in memory of you, For I find in our past no regret. Nor need I forget the truth, As I learn from it and yet… And now I face today with courage strong, Because of what together we had learned. Not denying the pain from which I’ve cried, But looking forward to the future I have earned. It is what you gave that I have shared. ================== ok..no fair making the moth cry so early in the eve. ( no worries..they are happy tears) (traces left behind tears)  Lar? Have I mentioned that you wear your butterfly wings well?  For I find in our past no regret. It is what you gave that I have shared. such profound wisdom can only come from lessons heart learned needed to read this today... thank you dear one.   |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
 you gift each of us such nice gifts, m'friend giant cyber hugs to you |
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froggy Senior Member
since 2003-06-23
Posts 1893Michigan |
Hugs to you wonderful piece :-) |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Ron, Kind words that have more meaning from a man so well respected. Thank you.  Vicky, Thank you kind lady. Always. Geoffrey, Wow. That means a lot to me. There is much pain absorbed in the history of this poem. Thank you. Karilea, A lot of memories packed into today. I joined PiPs two years ago yesterday. And when watching the memorials things today I was flooded with memories of my own. My friends here have made so much difference to me I can't even express in adequate words how much it has meant. And you are one of the brightest lights of all. Thank you. Sir James, Sorry I haven't been around much. It is so nice to see you. And thank you for your gentle heart. 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 |
M, Thank you, thank you, thank you. JM, I followed the best. And, thanks to you, I wear them with pride. You're the best. Kacy, It's the least I could do for the camel bikini. Besides, for you anything. froggy, You fit in here so well. Welcome and thank you so much. 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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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Sincere feelings and tributes to loved ones get no better than this, Larry... When you time on Earth is really done, it's gonna be a heck of a reunion! |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
What an incredibly beautiful tribute... what a loving legacy. This is superb, Larry... a belated happy anniversary... with thanks for all you give to us. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
beautiful  |
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King of Hearts Junior Member
since 2003-09-12
Posts 32 |
A very touching poem. Some great feelings here. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
And that gift is a gift that keeps on giving...Thank you, Larry. This has also helped me. May you and your loved ones continue to heal. Love & Eternal Light, Linda |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
I don't know of many who care as you do, Larry - This is a lovely piece - Thank you... |
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