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Mysteria

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0 posted 2004-05-11 02:02 PM

~* The Miracle Of Gentle Peace *~

I vaguely remember the day I waited
To feel the screaming inside me stop.
A want of simply crying, holding you
Desperate in my anticipation
Of nature’s intended gentle peace.

This is where love for me truly began.
Winning that game ultimately
Became the point of exhaustion
Where contractions ceased and life began.
A journey of two to find that gentle peace.

Such a supple sweet smelling wetness
Straddled my belly pooling in our sweat.
You, shuttering in trepidations
With eyes of cries and sighs,
Now that was truly gentle peace.

Gentle peace is the last memory
Of that painful displacement
Somehow always replaced by
Suckling sounds of bonds of love
That time can't re-wind, nor move ahead.

So unbreakable are these bonds
That each tiny thread is forever woven
Never to be unraveled by anyone or anything.
Then one day, you too knit your own blanket
Out of this truly miraculous thread.
I still recall the shutter and wonder of it all.
That was the day you too knew this gentle peace.

Thank you for all that you are,
and for always sharing your blankie with me.

Love,
Mom
x o

Today I'm only moving clouds, tomorrow I'll try mountains.

Earth Angel
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1 posted 2004-05-11 02:43 PM

I think I need a "blankie" to soak up my sentimental tears. Gosh almighty, your words really choked me up, Sharon! That was absolutely beautiful and a keepsake poem for your family for sure! You are like a fragrant rose that everyone would like to have in their home, garden ~ and family...

Linda

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2 posted 2004-05-11 02:59 PM

Yes...this is the moment, sublime!

Mysteria

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3 posted 2004-05-11 03:03 PM

I had the most incredible Mother's Day ever! I realized just how grateful I was not only to have this man in my life, but his entire family. They spoil me, they truly do. Todd, was born 12 lbs. 11 oz. way back when they didn't have that spinal comfort they do now, and I had the WORST labor ever! It went on for over two days but when I saw him - WOW! I forgot that ordeal even happened, and every single time I look at him, I can't believe the miracle he is.

Pardon me while I "gush" a bit

and thank you for reading this.

LeeJ
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4 posted 2004-05-11 03:12 PM

Mysteria, God bless you, this was poignant and so so true..especially enjoyed the lines

Gentle peace is the last memory
Of that painful displacement
Somehow always replaced by
Suckling sounds of bonds of love
That time can't re-wind, nor move ahead

God bless you

Sunshine

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5 posted 2004-05-11 03:13 PM

Gush away, girl...he's always been a blessing in your life. THIS is a good thing!

JL
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6 posted 2004-05-11 03:31 PM

Very nice!
JL

She said: ”You look cute in the dark.”

Honeybunch
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7 posted 2004-05-11 03:47 PM

A very moving piece for any mother to read between the tears of remembrances. Thank you!

Enchantress
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8 posted 2004-05-11 03:52 PM

You have every right to 'gush' sweet lady!
I'm so pleased you had a wonderful Mother's Day...
And, I do recall this time of peace with my children.
~Smiles & Hugs, Nancy~

~ Trace my body with your words,
in doing so, you touch my heart ~

Greeneyes

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9 posted 2004-05-11 04:25 PM

Hankie alert....sweet lady what a beautiful gift you share....this is fantastic....and I know you shared it with him? hugsssss

~~**~~
le vent chante avec le calme doux
calme de nuit
sien beauté sur mes lèvres
~~**~~

Kit McCallum

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10 posted 2004-05-11 06:49 PM

I'll bet he will love this Sharon. I know I sure do. You've got a heart of gold, my friend, and Todd is one lucky young man, to have such a wonderful mom as you. Love you bunches.

Best wishes and hugs,
/Kit

iliana
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11 posted 2004-05-11 07:17 PM

What a phenominal write, Sharon! Wonderful!

Mysteria

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12 posted 2004-05-11 09:43 PM

I got a few words from my son as I sent this poem to him at work. I had forgotten a very funny moment that transpired on Mother's Day. His youngest decided to uproot plants at a nursery to give him as a present! It didn't go over well at the nursery, but we fixed the plants up or bought the remaining "presents."

Here is what Todd has to say about his poem, but no one enjoys poetry in my family but his daughter and me.

"Thanks for the lovely words. I had a fun and enriched day also, (except for when Tasha ripped growing flowers out to give me at the Nursery.) Thank you all for sharing a special time with us, and I am so glad you enjoyed it."

Nan

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13 posted 2004-05-12 08:34 AM

This is surely a year for gratitude on Mother's Day - Todd, you keep your mother young... Or do you turn her gray? Or both? Whatever the case, you're her reason for being, and this poem says that in style... Happy Day to you all...

MERCURY
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14 posted 2004-05-12 08:35 AM

Wonderful poem

Janet Marie
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15 posted 2004-05-12 12:28 PM

So unbreakable are these bonds
That each tiny thread is forever woven
Never to be unraveled by anyone or anything.
Then one day, you too knit your own blanket
Out of this truly miraculous thread.
=====================================

Sharon the emotional expression in this is of such depth the reader has to feel it...
you turned "gushing" pride and love into a beautiful Mother's poem.
So good to see you posting again.
lovely lovely write dear poetess.

I love you more the further I go ...
before this existence ... you were always here inside of me.

Nelly Furtado

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16 posted 2004-05-12 12:32 PM

I don't even know what to say here

this is precious

Mysteria

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17 posted 2004-05-12 12:43 PM

Nan said it bang on ... I am so grateful, and yes they keep me young, but also tend to turn my golden threads to silver at the same time! Thanks again everyone for sharing in one of my "moments in time."

JamesMichael
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18 posted 2004-05-13 05:20 PM

Nice...James

Martie

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19 posted 2004-05-13 05:26 PM

Sharon

Loving is all over this touching poem....gave me the good kind of shivers..thank you!

nakdthoughts
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20 posted 2004-05-13 05:53 PM

Warm feelings from your words Sharon...

It seems being a Mother suited you and your poetry shows that wonderful bond.

*s
M

Margherita
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21 posted 2004-05-13 06:06 PM

Deeply touching words, dear Sharon. These shared sacred moments are imprinted forever in our hearts.
Powerful poetic language.
Love, Margherita

Mysteria

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22 posted 2004-05-15 02:54 AM

I extend sincere gratitude for your time in reading what I write and especially the time you spent on this one.

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