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His Rose --- Her Thyme
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His Rose --- Her Thyme |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light 
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 Artist: Michael Humphries His Rose ~ Her Thyme ~ Linda L. Dowd ~ As my dear Dad lies at death’s door, ~Slipping to land of Forevermore, A Light is glowing above his head, And down the length of his hospital bed. My Mom just passed, four weeks ago, And with her went ~half of Dad’s soul. His will to live is slipping away, ~His pain so great, each passing day. Romeo lost his Juliet. They’d been in love since they first met. Eager lovers in their mid teens, I soon was born in meager means. Though they were poor, they felt as kings. ~For love to them meant more than "things". Love and family surpassed all gold, ~To live as one ‘til they grew old. Romeo lost his Juliet. They’d been in love since they’d first met. Winds snuffed their flame before its time, And blew away his rose, ~ her thyme. Love is the unifying force which integrates one’s soul with that of another. ~ Linda L. Dowd |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
oh Linda, I so wish there were something I could do...so so sad...my prayers and thoughts go out to you....  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Lee, yes, it is ever so sad. Two days ago, the doctors said that my Dad will most likely be gone within the next 24 to 48 hours. His life is hanging by a thread. He signed papers to stop his renal dialysis and to refuse all efforts to save his life. As you know, his bones are not mending from his fall and he is wracked with pain on every level of his being. He wants to be reunited with Mom (who passed four weeks ago)and is now slipping in and out of consciousness and is unable to speak. Words cannot express the sorrow that we have all been experiencing. No matter what travesties that have befallen my family, we have all rallied around each other and managed to get through the difficult times. This time, however, my weary, broken father is ready to return Home and be reunited with his soul mate. God bless both my Mom and Dad. Thank you for your kind and compassionate response to my poem. There is a tear imbued in every word that I wrote. Love & Eternal Light, Linda |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
OhSweetEarthyOne~ It tears my heart to know of your pain~ I would pray that the angels of sweet mercy come to take your father to both the beloved 'other half of his soul' and to the Father who waits to welcome him to the promises of life everlasting~ Know dear lady that I hold you and your loved ones in gentle prayer vigil~ May you feel the presence of our friendship that holds your tears~ *Huglets*  ~*Marge*~ ~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~ |
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XOx Uriah xOX Senior Member
since 2006-02-11
Posts 1403Virginia |
AWWWW I like the chickens ! (((((((( Linda ))))))))) Beautiful poem ! Beautiful lives ! :: bows :: |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Awwww Linda, although you wrote this so beautiful, it is so sad. I wish with all my heart I could take your pain away. I'm sending you the biggest and most comforting hug I have to give. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
 Linda I am so sorry for what you are going through and have yet to endure. I shall pray now for an easying passing for your Dad. Your Mom is waiting for him just on the other side.. I know you understand this fully. I believe he is ready to be reunited with his Juliet. ~Holding you in comforting peace and prayer~ |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
You still here?...my God you must be getting old?...(or is that me that's getting old?) You haven't lost a bit of that wonderful heartfelt talent young lady....and what a lovely tribute... [This message has been edited by Toerag (07-26-2006 06:31 PM).] |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
They passed their great love onto you, that is obvious. What a beautiful euolgy for both, written by hands of love created by their oneness. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
 Dear friend, it must be so difficult, but knowing your loving-wise spirit, you know that one day he will be with her again. Very tender writing, dear one..........KBHBLY....lily jo |
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the quell Member
since 2006-07-19
Posts 144Liverpool, UK |
This is so incredibly sad. I'm only amazed that you've managed to draw something so beautiful and moving from such an awful experience. My heart goes out to you *hugs* |
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Ceinwyn Member Elite
since 2000-07-09
Posts 2175VA |
 there are no words for me to express...your words radiate with compassion and tears and my prayers go to you and yours. Sweet Linda, I'm at a loss for words. Love to you, your family and your Mum and Dad....I am here...If at first you don't succeed destroy all the evidence that you tried. |
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aziza Member Elite
since 2006-07-09
Posts 2995Lumpy Oatmeal makes me Crazy! |
I have been so moved by this poem. I read it early this morning and it lingered with me all day. You have shared a beautiful gift with us - the gift of your parent's love. I know part of me will retain their legacy in a small corner of my memory banks. Thank you and - please - know how much I am thinking of you. aziza |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
Linda, you sure know how to draw a person up inside and make them feel like busting out in tears lots of love and many prayers coming your way |
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playing.with.crayons Member
since 2006-01-02
Posts 362Neverland |
Oh dear, Linda, you have me in tears. Really and truly. What a beautiful, heartbreaking write. Much love to you and your family, cheye xxxxxx |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I was blessed with a couple such as these two loving people... You honor them very well, Linda. Hugging you through the tears. K |
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skyshine
since 2002-02-07
Posts 3058Beneath the northern stars |
There comes a time when people have more to look forward to in Heaven than they have on Earth. My prayers are with you and your family, Linda. sky I hope someday you get the chance to live like you were dying.... |
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Goldenrose Member Elite
since 2003-05-30
Posts 3665 |
Such honour you do them both with this poem Linda, may God bless you and all of your family at this difficult time... Goldenrose. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Thank you, dear friends. My Dad has now joined my Mom in Heaven. My Mom passed on June 23, 2006 My Dad passed today ~ July 27, 2006 I will love them forever... They are once again in the arms of God ~ and each other... Love & Eternal Light, Linda |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
Dear Linda, I have been away for some time and am so distressed at not having been aware of the situation. My heartfelt condolences to you and yours on the sad passing of both your parents but it seems that one without the other would not have been possible. They have left love as their legacy and I know that it's been left in good hands. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love and hugs, Helen |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
~Holding you close in thought and prayer~ |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Bunches of Honey ~ You are sooo sweet!  Thank you! Loving hug, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Nice Nancy ~ I can feel your loving warmth and welcome your continued prayers. With love, Linda |
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froggy Senior Member
since 2003-06-23
Posts 1893Michigan |
Sweet Linda, My thoughts,love and prayers are with you,your family. The tribute you wrote for your parents was sad but beautiful. Their love lives on through you,your beautiful words. Sending hugs to you,yours. May peace and tranquilty of God's love strenght be with you,your family. Hugs to you dear friend. Until he extends the circle of his compassion to all living things, |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
(angel friendship and sympathy hugs) Oh Linda, being as young as I am now, I can't even begin to relate to the experience of heartache you're enduring right now, but simply just imagining losing multiple loved ones, loved ones whom were a match made in heaven who are destined to love each other to eternity, breaks my heart as well and has made me cry here! (wipes tear) I don't know if it's just being a triple water sign or having a Moon in Cancer that makes me feel this emotional or close to family, but I truly believe these are universal emotions, and if anything I am happy I'm crying in sympathy here so you and everyone who have experienced loss can understand you are not alone and you are comforted! (wipes tear) God Bless You, dearest friend, the beauty here is that nothing can ever break that love that gleams so strong, shared by your mom and dad, and now they will forever be together, which that thought adds warmth and comfort to these tears I cry! (heart hugs) I'm always here if you need someone to talk to, dearest friend, we are all here, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Linda, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other" |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
A precious tribute, Linda. How blessed they, and you, were. My thoughts are with you. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
froggy friend ~ Your compassionate, yet up-lifting words, were comforting to read, my friend. Your warmth and eloquence will be remembered. Loving you, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Noah ~ My dear friend, you are so deserving of sharing a love such as theirs with the woman of your dreams. As you give ~ so shall you receive! So mote it be! I want you to know how much I appreciate your love and support during the recent loss of both of my parents. Love u lots, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Lovely Lady ~ Thank you for saying so. It means a great deal to me. Blessings of love to you! Linda |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
As heavy as your grief is now, they left you many gifts... one being knowing what true love is. My heart hurts for you, my friend... |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Though I missed this poem until now, I have been with you through all of this in other communications. However, the tears flow afresh reading through your poem and seeing the picture and reading all the replies. You, your life and your poetry are a perfect tribute to your parents and your family. Besides being so very, very sad for you, I am also so very, very happy for you (though this is probably the worst moment to choose to say so) and I envy you in the nicest possible way. Light, love, prayers, strength, comfort and tears - Owl |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
suthern and Owl I love you both! You have always been so kind to me. I'm bunkered down in my basement. There is a tornadao watch. A few funnel clouds have been sited near our town. The skies are black and the winds are howling. It's so ominous! Big loving hugs to each of you, Linda |
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inkedgoddess Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-19
Posts 7392Ohio |
its nice to know the storybook love still lives in some lives peace and serenity to you always |
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SusieQ Junior Member
since 2006-08-01
Posts 40Michigan, USA |
It's a very meaningful poem. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Goddess ~ There you are! I was about to send my angel posse out looking for you! I wish "peace and serenity" for you as well! ~ and a happy, never-ending love story!  Loving Light, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Susie Q ~ It pleases me that you took the time to appreciate my poem's depth of meaning. Thank you, SQ!!! Warm hug and smile, EA |
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