Empty (poem) by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on May 21, 2009

I can feel your pain, Karla. I have an estranged daughter that wants nothing to do with me. My son has forgiven me and moved on, but if we talk, it's because I called him.

Reviewed by Jon Willey

Reviewed on May 17, 2009

your lament chokes with emotions Karla -- a very sad story -- peace and love my dear friend -- Jon Michael

Reviewed by Sheila Roy

Reviewed on May 14, 2009

Pulls on the heartstrings, Karla. One of your most emotionally tender writes. Hugs,
Sheila

Reviewed by Dawn Anderson

Reviewed on May 13, 2009

Oh, Karla...tears here.

Reviewed by Carole Mathys

Reviewed on May 13, 2009

Heartbreaking write Karla, the loss of a child in your life is always so hard to cope with...powerful writing
peace, Carole~

Reviewed by Kate Burnside

Reviewed on May 12, 2009

my goodness, Karla, this rips me up and takes my breath away. If this a personal account, then I'm flabberghasted. Such pain is inexhaustible and I feel your endless searching and inextinguishable hope within the despair. One of your most powerful and impacting writes. My love and prayers that there will one day come a resolution and healing in this most grievous situation. Kate xx

Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

this is so sad--sounds like many stories encompassed in this write-would love to hear them

Reviewed by Cindy Tuttle

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

Oh Karla, this touched my heart. I am so sorry. You are in my prayers tonight.

With Love,
Cindy

Reviewed by Cynthia Buhain-Baello

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

Oh Karla, this poem aches so much with a mother's pain...and it brings tears to the one who reads, but the cord between mother and child is never "cut" even though they wander away. I just hope he returns soon.

Cynthia

Reviewed by John Flanagan

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

Karla,
Like Axilea, I have a different experience but I feel the pain in this and understand all too well. You are brave and honest to share with us and I wish you love, lots of love, and one day perhaps...
John

Reviewed by Elizabeth Russo

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

Karla, my heart breaks for you. So very sad and heart-wrenching. I am sorry for your pain and hope that perhaps next year your son will pick up that phone or knock at your door. Many hugs, Elizabeth

Reviewed by Ed Matlack

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

Rene has a son as well, almost 35 years old, and he treats his mom very badly, only contacting her when he is need of money, though to some degree it is most likely her fault too...but it still is not right...ed

Reviewed by Christine Alwin

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

Karla, I am so sorry you had to endure this ultimate pain...My heart goes out to you..I pray you and your son will be united one day.
love,
Christine

Reviewed by J'nia Fowler

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

You know I know and you know I care, love and pray. There are miracles which happen to us on the inside sometimes. I pray one of these for you. Love, J'nia

Reviewed by Felix Perry

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

The parting of parent from child is one of the most painful there can be on this earth, and when it is because of divorce, separation or adoption it is often more painful than even death for there is never any closure. I know...I had to give up my daughter when her mother and I divorced when she was only five. I was one of the lucky ones though and I got to have her every weekend, special occasions etc. I can not even contemplate what it would be like to have not have her in my life all these years...my heart truly goes out to you Karla and a big cyber hug from me to you...
Fee

Reviewed by Michelle Kidwell Power In The Pen

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

Karla I was thinking of you yesterday, and praying for you and the Son that got taken away from you, praying that the doors open and your Son realizes the blessing you are
In Christs Love
Michelle~

Reviewed by Gene Williamson

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

Karla, if a lot of love could erase the pain,
Today would be a happy day for you. -gene.

Reviewed by Juliet Waldron

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

My heart goes out to you! I can't think of anything sadder than the loss of child, however it happens. May the Light always enclose you, dear Karla!

Reviewed by Milton Handfield

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

A heart felt poem.

blessings
Milton

Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

Karla~

O, this made me cry! Powerfully penned sadness and heartbreak; I am so sorry you had to endure this, still do endure this pain! May God be with you as you remember and reflect on your son! Very well penned; brava!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your twin, Karen Lynn. :( >tears! <

Reviewed by Axilea MU

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

I can understand what you mean by
"a pain that never leaves.
Time has not dulled its sharpness."
because that kind of pain never leaves,
the moment is written in our body and soul.
I have a different experience,
but I can feel the emotion expressed here.

Axilea

Reviewed by Michelle Mills

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

Unbearable is right. My prayers go out to you Karla...dear friend. Michelle

Reviewed by Paul Berube

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

I am so, so sorry Karla. I can't even begin to imagine.

Reviewed by Mary Lacey Desertrat

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

Karla,

This is an unbearable thing, that cannot be healed. God Bless You.

Mary

Reviewed by Bernice Angoh

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

This brought tears to my eyes!

Reviewed by Cryssa C

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

Crushing... the pain is palpable. I find it interesting that so many different things can make us feel empty...that word contains so many meanings.

Hugs to you, Karla,
Love,
Cryssa

Reviewed by Carolyn Red Bear (The Bear Paw)

Reviewed on May 11, 2009

Hi Karla, this makes me cry! For I know the pain... you write right from the center, my friend. Stay strong.... the wait is the hardest part...

In Spirit,
Bear