Had You (poem) by Joyce E Bowling on AuthorsDen

Reviewed by Cryssa C

Reviewed on February 9, 2008

The wistful longing for your father winds through this poem and brings hope in the ending.
Thanks for sharing your special memories.
Cryssa

Reviewed by Poetess of The Soul Sheila G

Reviewed on January 19, 2008

Awww Lady "J"- As you think of him, his character stay strong!
YOu are 1 lucky daughter to have those memories to always treasure!
Your love is strong!
That could never be wrong!
Warmed in the Spirit, Warrior Purple Lady Sweet Sheooxoo

STay Positive!

Reviewed by OnepoetGem *the Poetic Rapper

Reviewed on January 18, 2008

Hello Joyce, theres a lot of love in this, enjoyed reading it. Kind of reminded me of some of my loved ones that I miss. hugs

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Reviewed on January 15, 2008

Heartfelt offering!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by Myrna Badgerow

Reviewed on January 14, 2008

I never knew one of my grandpa's and the other one I was not close to.. but I know my grandchildren miss their Pawpaw just like this...
Myrna

Reviewed by Southern Comfort

Reviewed on January 14, 2008

Beautifully and wonderfully worded and expressed. An eye misting and heart touching write! HUGS! SC

Reviewed by Sheri Uy

Reviewed on January 13, 2008

So beautiful and touching, Joyce. The verses made me recall my own longings for someone very dear to me who passed away not so long ago. Thank you for sharing my dear friend.

Be well,
Sheri

Reviewed by Rose Rideout

Reviewed on January 13, 2008

Joyce such a beautiful write you share with us as I do believe he has seen all and been with you everyday.
Newfie Hugs, Rose

Reviewed by Sheila Roy

Reviewed on January 13, 2008

Joyce,
This is very moving. Thank you for sharing this!
Sheila

Reviewed by William Bonilla

Reviewed on January 12, 2008

a beautiful write Joyce
Enjoyed much
peace be with you

William

Reviewed by Morning Star

Reviewed on January 12, 2008

Joyce this is a beautiful poem
Filled with wonderful memories
But I bilive like Kimmy he is there always!
A very touching write!!
Peace Love and Hugsss to you...Morning Star

Reviewed by Kimmy Van Kooten

Reviewed on January 12, 2008

He's there, he's always there. . .This is so moving, Joyce, and I could feel your love for him in your words, your thoughts of him behind them, in front of them, and with him...

Brought tears to my eyes...*.*
Love and Peace~
Kimmy~

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on January 11, 2008

A touching write, Joyce. Thank you for sharing these heartfelt sentiments. Love and best wishes to you,

Regis

Reviewed by Elizabeth Price

Reviewed on January 11, 2008

Awwhh...You brought tears to my eyes. Beautiful but so sad to have someone you miss this much. The smile, their smell, their joy. so touching. Liz

Reviewed by E. Farrand (Reader)

Reviewed on January 11, 2008

Hi Joyce,
Beautiful thoughts. Hold them dear.

Reviewed by ~ Holly Harbridge (Reader)

Reviewed on January 11, 2008

A poem so full of love and sincerity for the one you miss. Love Holly

Reviewed by Louisa Dobbins

Reviewed on January 11, 2008

Ohhhh Joyce.........
Louisa

Reviewed by stan nassano

Reviewed on January 11, 2008

remembering is always bittersweet,loooking back,
thanks for a sharing,
stan

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on January 11, 2008

I think your beloved papaw is with you, even now, smiling down on this wonderful page.

Reviewed by Georg Mateos

Reviewed on January 11, 2008

The tranquility of a moment of peace with the feelings transparency to match the one within the creek's waters, giving with its murmur the softly echo of that voice that once was.
A nice and gentle tribute.
Georg

Reviewed by Paul Berube

Reviewed on January 11, 2008

Joyce,

You pen sad but beautiful memories. Reflections, my friend, can do wonders for the soul and put ones heart at peace. Your dedication to your family, and way of life is an awesome tribute to your papaw. Peace, Love and Blessings Always, Paul.

Reviewed by Gwendolyn Thomas Gath

Reviewed on January 11, 2008

Lovingly warm and precious portrait of a loved one.
Thank you for sharing Joyce and take care.

Continued blessings to you,
~Gwendolyn

Reviewed by Karen Palumbo

Reviewed on January 10, 2008

Wow Joyce this leaves so much for the heart and mind to tackle....

Be safe,
Karen

Reviewed by Kathy Armijo

Reviewed on January 10, 2008

Oh, Joyce. As I read this, my tears also flowed. Missing family who are no longer with us [except in memories] makes me long for THAT day when we will be reunited. You made my evening!

God bless you. Kathy

Reviewed by Christine Alwin

Reviewed on January 10, 2008

Joyce, I lost my Dad 19 years ago,, I was pregnant with my 4th baby,, such a fine line between life and death,, this is so heart touching,, I feel each word,, a Beautiful tribute to your Papaw,, and yes I am sure he can see you and is proud!
Love, Christine

Reviewed by Rebecca Lerwill

Reviewed on January 10, 2008

Beautiful tribute to your Loved one, Joyce.
Well done,
Becca~

Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado

Reviewed on January 10, 2008

Beautiful tribute to your PaPaw, Joyce; very well penned! BRAVA!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on January 10, 2008

We never forget our loved ones who are gone, and they are with us in spirit and that bond is eternal! Wonderful heartwarming poem Joyce,showing the fullness of your heart!

Love,
ET

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on January 10, 2008

Had he'd been here, he would have seen a beautifully compassionate, loving grand-daughter. :) I'm sorry for your loss, Joyce, never does get easier, does it. My grampa's been gone since 1976, gramma since 1995, Mom in 1990...miss them, still.

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

Reviewed by Connie Faust

Reviewed on January 10, 2008

It sounds like a wonderful relationship, Joyce. Won't it be great to sit at the banks of the streams of heaven together?

Since I could not resist tracking you any longer, I feel privileged to be one of the first to read this, your newest contribution.

Love ya,
Your newest Tracker,
Connie

Reviewed by Paul Berube

Reviewed on January 10, 2008

Yes Joyce, it will be worth it all. Very heartfelt write here my friend. May God bless you.

Reviewed by George Carroll

Reviewed on January 10, 2008

He is there beside you in your wonderful memories of him that keep him alive.