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Chasing The Wind ( In Memory Of My Dad)
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Chasing The Wind ( In Memory Of My Dad) |
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Saunni Senior Member
since 2000-07-11
Posts 1777West Virginia 
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In Memory Of My Dad...Warren "Newie" Wallace Who Passed Away July 23, 1994.  This picture was taken today. My name and my sisters names are engraved in the open Bible there. Chasing The Wind Ever so softly my mind found you as if you were here Then, ever so sadly I was reminded of the last ten years So briefly you were with me in my wishing state of mind And, ever so beautifully but ever painfully you shined... Cause, I'm somewhere between seeing your face again is what I'm living for Yet, seeing your face makes me miss you more So, I'm chasing your memory but I'm not sure of where I am Just trying to gather as much of you, Dad, as fast as I can... Here in this world of never again will I be the same I'm living proof of a father's absence and a life it changed I am still chasing your eyes that used to dance when you'd smile And, giving anything, just anything, to see it a while... I've roamed the aisles of grieving but I cannot forget I linger where peace just hasn't reached me yet I'm still chasing the sound of your voice in sweet replay Over and over, every minute, every hour, everyday... I'm always on my knees but viewed as standing tall But, really, my heart just doesn't get up at all I'm still chasing what used to be in it's truest of light Waiting, still waiting, under tear stained nights... Oh, how often I reach for you in dawn's early glow Eyes open to a new day still praying you didn't go Mostly, I'm still chasing the wind you went home on, Dad Still asking, always asking, God, to give you back... Saundra Sauni  The Only Time I See The Sun Is When I'm Within That Vanilla Breeze.The Only Time I'm One With The Sun Is When He Shelters Me From The Rain.[This message has been edited by Sunshine (07-24-2004 07:54 AM).] |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Saunni, this touches me on a very personal level for my daughter's sake. I am so sorry for your loss. This was a very loving writie, and so well versed.  ....jo |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Such a loving write Saundra. Good to read you again! Love your new pic too! Heart Hugs~ ~Somewhere in my heart I'm always |
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inkedgoddess Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-19
Posts 7392Ohio |
Oh, how often I reach for you in dawn's early glow Eyes open to a new day still praying you didn't go Mostly, I'm still chasing the wind you went home on, Dad Still asking, always asking, God, to give you back... Oh if only he could, but we are still here with the pain and longing  with you |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Here in this world of never again will I be the same I'm living proof of a father's absence and a life it changed so true, and I am with you here...although it is only almost 7 years ago. I love your new picture, Saunni M |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
Very touching write. Memories never leave our hearts. believe in what your heart feels... |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
*hearthugs* It's been three years for me. My dad passed July 19...I missed him so bad I googled him--he still wasn't there. It won't stop me from looking for him tho. Hugs you. You made me realize that the world is full of broken hearted people. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I've often wondered who would be taking care of my parents' graves as I live so far away - but they both decided that because their own seeds were scattered, that cremation was probably the right choice. Perhaps that is why I listen to the wind so much... Your father really likes this poem, Saunni... |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Your father must have been an incredible person ~ and his daughter appears to be just like him...  I was deeply affected by your eloquence and the depth of your ever-lasting love for your father. Loving hugs, EA |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Good to read you again, Sauni. Thank you for sharing this beautiful piece honoring your father, and the memories of him that live within you. And thanks for that smile! |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Saunni, You've so eloquently voiced what's in my heart. Finely written misc'e |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
gawd Saundra, your beauty breaks my heart  |
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