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I'll Not Forget You Now
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I'll Not Forget You Now |
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Tndeer1 Member
since 2005-06-24
Posts 87TN. USA |
“I'll Not Forget You Now” Through big glass doors, I watched the sun give birth to one more day My yard completely visible no objects in my way I sat there with my coffee cup just staring at the view I started making mental notes of things I had to do So wrapped up in my daily thoughts I really didn't see The beauty I was staring at God put in front of me This quiet time allowed my mind to organize the day Then suddenly an awful noise had taken them away Yes something hit the big glass doors so I looked all around And then I saw this little bird was laying on the ground I didn't know what I could do but still I had to try Through tears I kneeled beside the bird and prayed it wouldn't die I picked it up and held it close to show the bird I cared I talked and cried while petting it I didn't want it scared It laid so still inside my hand yet watched each move I made I prayed for it to fly away but in my hand it stayed The world had stopped right then and there for just the bird and me And then the stare of death took place of where life use to be I held it's body up to God and asked “Why did it die?” God didn't say a word to me as I yelled at the sky Then raindrops started coming down I turned around to see The glass doors that had killed the bird reflected only me The guilt cut through me like a knife as I stared at that door I promised then I'd never let this happen anymore With trembling hands, I found a box and placed the bird inside I whispered “Please forgive me, I'm so sorry that you died” I ran inside and got some cloth and taped it to the door As I kept saying to myself “I'm not worth dying for” Then suddenly the rain had stopped the moment I was through God seen it all and with his tears he showed me what to do It's my fault due to carelessness I should have been aware If I had put distractions up the bird would know it's there It's our responsibility or so the Scriptures say For me, that grave will always be reminding me each day That sayings true “We just can't see the forest for the trees” It took a little bird to bring this woman to her knees Then I asked God to do one thing that only he knew how To tell my little feathered friend “I'll Not Forget You Now” © By: Freda H. Babinski 10-1-96 Tndeer1 |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
oh dear Freda! This is an amazing write! So touching, so detailed...such a loss but a lesson learned too and I just got all misty-eyed at the ending two lines there. Awesome write! |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
Magnificant writing held my attention all the way thorugh, and most enhanced by the understanding between the bird and it's care giver...an unspoken voice rings out between... Profound, and very much enjoyed. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Your heart is THIS big... and this? Is a  "There's a reason they call God The Creator - he sides with talent."Julia Cameron |
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Tndeer1 Member
since 2005-06-24
Posts 87TN. USA |
AAAAW SHUCKS GUYS, LOL! That day taught me a great lesson and it's truly one I will never forget and to this day I always keep something on my sliding glass doors so the birds will see. I'm glad you all liked this one. It's just a simple truth telling us of our responsibilities to all of God's creatures. Thank You and God Bless! Tndeer1 |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Understanding this. And need to tell you once again. Welcome. I love your poetic stories. Each one has had meaning. Thank you. martyjo |
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Tndeer1 Member
since 2005-06-24
Posts 87TN. USA |
Thank You and I really do feel welcome here. I'm so glad I found this place with hearts that truly amaze me. God Bless! Tndeer1 |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
where are you? missing you  |
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Tndeer1 Member
since 2005-06-24
Posts 87TN. USA |
Thank You All for the kind words. It's so good to see you posting again Ms. Dixie. I do hope you stick around because your words are always touching to my soul just as the rest of the sweet people here. God Bless! Freda |
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