We Have A Pact (poem) by Karen C Vanderlaan on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on November 19, 2008

Well Karen listen to your sister because truth is you both need each other and always will dear. Thank you for sharing.

Newfie hugs, Rose

Reviewed by Michelle Mead

Reviewed on November 18, 2008

This is so sad- it is sometimes harder on the loved ones of people who suffer with debillitating illnesses, and we who have them, should always remember that loving people like you are right there in the trenches with us, and boy, are you ever a blessing. Blessings to you, Michelle

Reviewed by Rebecca Lerwill

Reviewed on November 18, 2008

We can only be rocks, if we take care of ourselves first.
love,
Becca~

Reviewed by William Bonilla

Reviewed on November 17, 2008

Feed on each other's fels and needs
to work together and watch out for each other
Love & peace be with you both

William

Reviewed by Christine Alwin

Reviewed on November 17, 2008

..leaning on each other makes for strength...moving poem Karen! Take care of you btw
Christine

Reviewed by Kate Burnside

Reviewed on November 17, 2008

I love the honesty here, Karen. It is sometimes hard to look after ourselves when our nearest and dearest are struggling. It may be a subliminal feeling of guilt for our own wellness, or perhaps an unconscious desire in some way to enter into their feelings of unwellness or weakness. But your sister has spoken. We are very frank when we have little to lose... or, alternatively, a very great deal! I love the fact that your pact is an agreement to keep each other motivated towards the long-term goal. Together, you'll succeed... xx

Reviewed by Lois Christensen

Reviewed on November 17, 2008

I know what you mean Karen. I do not take care of myself as much as I can. Am overweight and am dieting somewhat now, but don't always exercise and take care for my health. Your sister is trying hard and doing the right thing, and glad you support her and are such true sisters and uphold each other. Both of you are marvelous in my eyes too and I consider you friends to me too here on the den.

Reviewed by Felix Perry

Reviewed on November 17, 2008

I am glad your sister made you see the light for it is true, we only truly value our lifes most when we are in danger of losing them and then it may be too late.

fee

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on November 17, 2008

Karen,

How true: when my sister was so sick, I didn't care about myself: all I wanted was for her to be well. Excellent reminder.

(((HUGS))) love and prayer, for the both of you, Karla. :(

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on November 17, 2008

How true! We learn so much from those loved ones who are ill.
It awakens us to our own mortality! My prayers for you both!

Love,
Eileen

Reviewed by Dawn Anderson

Reviewed on November 17, 2008

It's so true that we often overlook our own health until a loved one becomes ill. I think we often have an "I'm fine" attitude. Nice write, Karen. The love you and your sister share for one another shows.

Reviewed by Bonnie May

Reviewed on November 17, 2008

Oh your heart is so tender Karen and I can understand where you're coming from...but if you want to be strong for that lovely sister, you must be strong too. Please take care of yourself Karen, she needs you, we need you and many, many other who love you, need you. God bless and love yourself for you are worth loving. Love, Bonnie

Reviewed by George Carroll

Reviewed on November 17, 2008

Your love for each other shines in this serious poem. Too many people go for years without seeing a doctor or having a thorough yearly examination. Take your sister's advice and get a check up immediately.

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on November 17, 2008

She chastised me when I was there,
She said she needs me, I was deeply touched.

It seems you both need each other, and that is a marvelous thing.