Enchantress
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Canada eh.
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2005-08-01
10:10 PM
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~Summer Memories of Nightshade & Enchantress~
Hey Chris!
Remember the summers of not so long ago? The days appeared endless, the nights were aglow... White beaches at Ipperwash, Grand Bend, and Port Franks, Huge sand dunes, the sea shells, along Huron's banks.
We brought Grumpy the Frog...don't forget the Sea Sled - Out jumping the waves, with our family named 'Head'. Orange-ade from Mackies, now that was a real treat! Springbank! A steam train! Quick lets grab a seat!
Hey Nancy!
Of course I remember - how could I forget? Mom packing the cooler - Dad calling "All set?!!" Canoeing at Woodstock, waterlilies in trail, After our picnic....melon boats we would sail. I can recall you taking my hand...... Wading clear water, scooping shells from the sand. Or Storybook Gardens where fairy tales became real And people crowded to glimpse sly Slippery the Seal.
Chris,
Oh! Swimming at Goderich, now who could forget? The cottage at Tawas, the new friends we met. How come this remembering causes tears in my eyes? No, I'm not sad, just recalled - those pesky black flies!
We had so much fun, our childhood summers a ball, Would you...if you could, relive them at all? I would..if only far off we might see...... Mom and Dad embracing... watching us ... by the sea.
Nancy Lee,
Homes were kept cool with just the pull of a shade Striped canvas chairs, ponytails, and yes, real lemonade. The seagull Dad told us was our late "Uncle Bert". He whispered in smile so Mom's feelings weren't hurt.
Oh yes, you know I would relive it all now You're my big sister, so please show me how? I'll close my eyes tight while you speak softly to me... "Come, take my hand and let's run, to the sea....to the sea."
~Thanks for the memories dear Dad and Mom.. See we haven't forgotten, no not even one.~
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Nancy Lee
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Sunshine
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2005-08-01
11:59 PM
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I see the both of you in the picture of them I see the why and the how, the "achoo" and "ahem"...
I see they gifted you with gifts from above...
and most certainly I see... a lifetime of love.
That you two ladies have such wonderful memories?
I just shake, and nod, and know....
it's all relative.
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Nightshade
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just out of reach
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2005-08-02
12:11 PM
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Such a wonderful comment Karilea. You're a delight...as is reading this duet with my sister once again. *sigh*
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Larry C
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2005-08-02
01:03 AM
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Who's that girl that's all legs? Ah ladies, how nice to reflect with the two of you. Sweetly done. 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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LeeJ
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2005-08-02
06:49 AM
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well, what a fine first read of the morning...you have brought back to surface an intricate part of life...we are lucky to have these memories...these patches on our girlscout vest which bring forth so so many trophies, within...
Hugs and many thanks for a very enjoyable read... and the smile I'm now wearing.
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Martie
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2005-08-02
11:44 AM
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Thank you for sharing these charished memories. Delightful to read you both!
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nakdthoughts
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Between the Lines
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2005-08-02
01:10 PM
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Sisters as sisters should be
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suthern
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2005-08-02
01:27 PM
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This... is wonderful... what siblings and shared memories should be. *S*
Beautiful work from two beautiful ladies. *S*
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Mysteria
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2005-08-02
01:31 PM
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How very lucky you two were, yes you were!
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kayjay
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2005-08-02
03:11 PM
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The depth of love you sisters share is a tribute to your parents and it keeps them alive today.
Beautifully written. KenThrough rubble and trouble and dark of night The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light
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garysgirl
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2005-08-02
03:13 PM
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Oh Nancy Lee and Chris Lane, this is so precious!! Thank you both for sharing your precious memories with us. You two are a treasure, you know!!I'm so glad that I know you two and that ya'll are my friends!!
Thank you, too, for bringing back some precious summer memories of my own summer days with my brother and our Mama and Daddy. Isn't it good to be brought up in a happy family so that we can have these memories to cherish? Thanks so much again. Heart Hugs to you both,
(Oh by the way!! There was only one thing missing in your beautiful poem.....neither of you mentioned your brother?? LOL)
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Enchantress
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Canada eh.
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2005-08-02
04:25 PM
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You people are some kind of wonderful you know that??!
And Ethel..Chris and I were just talking about our brother Joey in the Lounge last night if you care to take a peek.
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Goodknight
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2005-08-02
04:59 PM
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you two do us a great honor by sharing such wonderful memories and you do it so very very well - thanks Nancy and Chris - Paul
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Earth Angel
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2005-08-02
05:11 PM
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My goodness! The family resemblance is remarkable! Yeppers! Those most assuredly are the parents of Chris and Nancy!
Those warm memories that you two share, will last a lifetime. Your poem brought many back for me as well.
A lovely poem written by two lovely poetessas!
Linda
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latearrival
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2005-08-02
05:28 PM
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Ah, Beach memories.Growing up in the East, I also have memories of summers on Long Island Sound in East Haven Ct. I am a beach lover so just moved on down coast. Thanks , martyjo
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Midnitesun
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2005-08-02
07:00 PM
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I loved reading this, the sharing of your treasured memories! Now, where is my old sandpail and shovel, so my sisters (and brothers if they behave!) and I can build some sandcastles?
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Gentle Spirit
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2005-08-02
08:03 PM
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you both...
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SmartChick
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On A Journey To The Unknown
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2005-08-02
09:15 PM
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Sounds like you two had wonderful summers, and a real loving mom and dad. I, too, see both of you in your mom and dad.
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Greeneyes
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2005-08-03
05:28 PM
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oh wow you two what beautiful memories and love shared throughout the years....so lovely...hugsssx2In your light I learn how to love In your beauty how to make poems You dance inside my chest where no one sees you and that sight becomes this art
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Bodger
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2005-08-03
06:59 PM
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You are wonderful to do this
Bodger
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Enchantress
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Canada eh.
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2005-08-03
07:17 PM
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Thanks once again m'friends... and I know my sister Chris if she were not on vacation would be here thanking you as well.
You are a super bunch of writers and friends.
Wishing you all happy summer memories. ~Smiles & Hugs, Nancy~
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scorpio
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2005-09-05
08:25 PM
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A delight duet from two very talented ladies. Thank you for sharing these memories with us.believe in what your heart feels...
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Nightshade
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2005-09-05
10:11 PM
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It is memories such as this that keep one young at heart. Thankyou all for your kind comments. Hugs!
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SoundWaves
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Center Stage
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2005-09-08
01:56 AM
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GREAT write you two!!! I can relate! The spotlight can only get brighter.
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passing shadows
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2005-09-08
08:11 AM
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I'm so glad this came back up
I'm sending this to my daughters
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