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Touch The Sky (Revised and REPOST)
by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner → (All Poetry by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner)
  
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touch the sky
just once for me
now that you
are flying free
touch the sky
and let God know
i miss you
on earth below
touch the sky
and touch my heart
your passing
tears me apart
touch the sky
and help me find
peace and rest
please calm my mind
touch the sky
and ease the grief
i'm so sad
your life too brief
touch the sky
and send a light
let me see
your star tonight
touch the sky
just once for me
now that you
are flying free
-----------------------------------------------------------
There is a reason for this repost.

Sergeant Steve Eakins, 40, of the Bur-
leson (TX) Police Department, passed
away on Tuesday, February 18, 2003.
It wasn't an accident or bullet that
ended this young man's life...it was
complications of pneumonia he had
been battling since Christmas that
brought his life to a close.

I just found out about it today, and I
am still shocked, numb and saddened.

Burleson Police Chief Tom Cowan said,
"Steve's passing will leave a tremen-
dous void in the Department."

His death leaves a void in my heart...

Officer Eakins was not only a well-
liked and well-respected Officer for
the B.P.D., he was my friend.

I met Officer Eakins five years ago,
when he'd occasionally come to the
Golden Corral Restaurant to eat. The
poor man seldom got to finish a meal
before being called out on an emergen-
cy...he always went without complain-
ing. If he saw me walking (I don't
have transportation), he would offer
me a lift, especially when it was too
cold, hot, or stormy. He always had
a smile on his face, and treated all
he met with dignity.

Officer Eakins...I shall miss you.

Say "Hello" to God for me...

(((HUGS))) and love,

karla. :(


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 Reviews of "Touch The Sky (Revised and REPOST)"
Reviewed by Connie Hinnen Cook (Reader)
Reviewed on February 24, 2003
The poem is SO beautiful! I condole with you, but you know where he is, and that you'll one day join him. There's comfort in that. Thanks for this, Karla.

Reviewed on February 24, 2003
i knew officer eakins, too, and he will be missed. such a shame; but he is with jesus now; and that is all that matters. he was a christian, so you know where he is! all the reason to be happy for him, although he left too soon! beautiful and moving tribute to sgt. steve eakins! his family and co-workers at the burleson police department would be touched by this moving tribute to him! love, your twin, karen lynn. (((HUGS))) :( >tears <

Reviewed by Cathy Montgomery (Reader)
Reviewed on February 24, 2003
What a beautiful write, Karla...
This and your note about Officer Eakins--so moving...

Reviewed by na na (Reader)
Reviewed on February 22, 2003
Karla, how wonderful is the poem. It indeed touches the sky and Heaven. As I read it I choked up and the tears flowed. What a wondeful way to feel about someone.
Really really wonderful. Bill

Reviewed by Melissa Rives
Reviewed on February 22, 2003
This is such a beautiful tribute.

Reviewed by Sage Largo (Reader)
Reviewed on February 22, 2003
The loss of a friend especially one so young can be devastating. This is a beautiful tribute. All the best Sage

Reviewed by Lady Peg (Reader)
Reviewed on February 22, 2003
So beautiful love the imagery and message.
{{hugs}}
Peg

Reviewed by Tien Avielle (Reader)
Reviewed on February 22, 2003
This seems a fitting poem to repost - how tragic when someone who is caring and special is suddenly gone...it leaves a hole -
I'm sure his family and other friends will appreciate this tribute to him...in memory, he lives.

Reviewed by - - - - - TRASK
Reviewed on February 22, 2003
2-22-03

Sadly, You Met One Of The Few, You should Visit Los Angeles Or CALIFORNIA, You Won't Think It Is So True!!

TRASK

Reviewed on February 22, 2003
This was a beautifully touching piece! Sorry about the loss!
God Bless
~Michelle~

Reviewed by Elizabeth Taylor (Reader)
Reviewed on February 22, 2003
This is so beautifully touching, Karla. He was blessed to have a friend like you. Wonderful tribute to him and his family.
~E

Reviewed by Marilyn Seray
Reviewed on February 22, 2003
A wonderful poem

Reviewed by Jill Eisnaugle
Reviewed on February 22, 2003
Condolences to this brave officer's family, co-workers and the entire city of Burleson. Great tribute Karla!
Jill

Reviewed by jing javier
Reviewed on February 22, 2003
i feel for you..

smile! < <hugs>>


Reviewed by john zimmerman
Reviewed on February 22, 2003
beautiful write

other words fail me

john+

Reviewed by Christine Morell
Reviewed on February 22, 2003
A very beautiful poem Karla ...a hug for you on this sad day.
Love Chrissie x


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