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The Lady
by Paul Berube
Sunday, April 20, 2003

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     This is a true story. I was eight years old when it happened. I kept the medal my father placed around my neck until 1996 when he passed on. I gave him back a little of myself for all the love he gave me.

THE LADY The summer of ' 55 ' proved to be one I shall never forget. I stumbled and fell while climbing a hill, which I was told to keep away from. Landing on one of  many pieces of wood, that littered the area which had rusty nails protruding from it...two of them piercing my knee. After much pleading, I convinced my sister not to tell.She kept her promise until two days later when I developed a high fever and couldn't walk. My system had absorbed the poison from the rusted nails. I remember dad carrying me to my bed and mom and the parish priest saying prayers over me. Later, I was told that the doctor had visited and given me a tetnus shot and penicillin.From the lapse of time they did not know if the drugs would work.In my delirium I really can't recall but I do know one thing. Once during this ordeal, I opened my eyes and saw this beautiful lady standing at the foot of my bed holding a huge bouquet of roses. I often wonder if it was real or if it was the delirium. When the fever finally broke, I noticed a medal around my neck with a picture of the same lady I had seen. My father had placed it there. Mom and Dad were very religious.I kept that medal until five years ago when my father passed away.I pinned it to his casket pillow, giving him back a little of the love that he gave me.Often, when visiting my father's gravesite, the medal, lady and memories return.

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Reviewed by Regino Gonzales, Jr. 1/19/2009
This story gives hope that the Blessed Virgin looks after us. Thank you for sharing it Paul.

Sincerely,
Regino
Reviewed by Sheila Roy 11/5/2007
They say that close calls with death give one a special appreciation for life and/or access to their own spiritual gifts. A tender story; a remarkable memory!

Sheila
Reviewed by Mary Patterson 7/8/2007
A very touching story Paul. Perhaps it was Mary, Jesus's mother or your guardian angel. You are lucky to have had such a wonderful dad! I really enjoyed the story, hope you write more........M
Reviewed by Elizabeth Parsons 5/7/2007
A wonderful story. Glad you're here today to share such a heartwarming memory.
Reviewed by Theresa curnow 4/25/2007
Really lovely Paul. Short but it told the story beautifully and again, brought tears to my eyes. I'm going to have to start charging you for mascara. : ) Theresa.
Reviewed by Carol Ann Erhardt 4/14/2007
Beautiful story, touching even more so since it is based on your true personal experience. I'm happy your father has the medal now with him, but I'm certain the Lady is still watching over you.

Best,
Carol Ann
Reviewed by Shannon Phoenix 4/9/2007
Very touching and well written
Reviewed by Jeanette Cooper 1/8/2007
This is such a heart-warming story and so gently written. I can tell you it stirs the emotions of the reader---me--who has big tears rolling out of my eyes.
Reviewed by Ch'erie de Perrot 11/15/2006
Isnt it wonderful to be able to give back a little of what was given to us..
TY Paul, a gem indeed
Ch'erie
Reviewed by Charles O'Connor III 9/24/2006
Very impressive and made me feel like 'wow'. I enjoyed reading this and look forward to more.

Charles D. O'Connor III 'Check out my new short story "Mabel's Grave".
Reviewed by Gloria Buono 5/12/2006
What a moving story. Impressive. The feeling of near death as a child is an awakening that many never experience. Faith heals all. Thanks for this. Regards, Gloria
Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado 3/16/2006
Nice! :)
Reviewed by Betty Overstreet 1/27/2006
Thank you for sharing such a personal, caring experience. Memories of loved ones are so wonderful to relive and save for future generations.
Reviewed by Robert Fullerton 1/21/2005
Apparent, I overlooked this one, my friend. Sharon an I both found it very touching indeed..I believe you did see the "Lady"
Reviewed by Tracey L. O' Very 12/26/2004
Wow this brings tears. It's beautiful and so touching in all ways.
I'm sorry to hear about your father but do know he is always with you and those things you see and saw are beautiful and very moving Memories and Love to hold and feel dear and near for ever and always. Very Special.
Heaven's Love,
Tracey
Reviewed by Kate Clifford 1/15/2004
Heart touching write. I am sure she was real, an energy we do not understand yet but very real. As you got to exprience, it is a healing energy :-) Wonderful sympolizem that you placed it with your father.
Reviewed by Mr. Ed 1/8/2004
Paul, just found this. Wonderful, wonderful story. You should post more of these.
I lost my father three years ago, and I feel the same as you do about your Dad. Beautiful memory you have here.
Reviewed by Lisa Gibson 8/27/2003
Wow, this gave me chills. How touching and what a wonderful rememberance of your father of the love the two of you shared.
Reviewed by Tinka Boukes 6/20/2003
Wow Paul..definetly something to remember...glad you okay!!

love
tinka
Reviewed by Paul Mc Cann 6/9/2003
The story haunts me like the lady on your medal .I love it .
Reviewed by Birdie Houston 6/4/2003
Wonderful write ! You definetly have something to remember
Reviewed by OnepoetGem *the Poetic Rapper 5/28/2003
Hope you learned to keep those shot up to date Paul. I'm getting ready to check mine soon. expressed well. GEM
Reviewed by Mitzi Jackson 5/14/2003
I am so glad I came to visit you here this is a wonderful story even more wonderful is the fact of it being real...beautiful
Reviewed by Debra Stiles, The Original Mister 5/1/2003
Oh so beautiful...
Mister
Reviewed by Cristina Van Dyck 4/28/2003
Lovely and touching. A very emotional experience. This is a wonderful story.

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