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TOM'S little yellow Butterfly
by Lois J. Christensen → (All Poetry by Lois J. Christensen)
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A yellow butterfly memorial.


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TOM'S  little YELLOW  BUTTERFLY

GOD has led me to put a yellow butterfly on Tom's grave.
This is what I wanted to do to keep him in memory safe.
A butterfly, shiney beautiful star with wings spread to pray,
Cries out my sorrow over his grave each and every day.

It is a proper memorial for him,
As his spirit came to me in a butterfly's landing.
It fluttered its wings and stayed with me outside my home.
Then flew away up into the air into the unknown somewhere.
Not to be seen again by me, even now.
This must be one of GOD'S LITTLE SECRETS!!!

Putting the yellow butterfly on his grave,
is a memorial of my love for Tom for all to see.
I truly do feel Tom's spirit with me each and everyday,
He is truly a blessing come what may.

12000 hits to be soon.

I will soon reach the 12,000 mileway.
I did not think I'd live to see the day.
I have so many readers and friends.
That have come upon my den.

To share their thoughts with me and their love
I find it terrific and a bond like that of a dove.
I will appreciate each and every review.
That comes from a friend and that is true .

Enjoyable times I spend reading your writes.
I often stay up late at nights.
To read and ponder anew.
And find there are not even a few.
That I can pass by to the other side.
I find that I need to stay and reside.

Thank you all you good friends.
And don't ever give up on me and my bends.
I cherish the thought of the times we shared.
Our faults, memories, sadnessees and were laired.
Into a promise of God's help from above.
To all who praise him with their love.







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 Reviews of "TOM'S little yellow Butterfly"
Reviewed by Jerry Engler
Reviewed on February 9, 2009
You are a very special person to attract so many friends and followers here on AD. I really appreciate your yellow butterfly and its spiritual significance. Tom was fortunate to have you-----Jerry

Reviewed by G Fralin
Reviewed on January 19, 2009
This is a beautifully written remembrance. I hope you see a lot of yellow butterflies. Glenda

Reviewed by Sandra Corona
Reviewed on January 19, 2009
We share a loss--my only son was brutally murdered at at 23. My parents both passed before I was 30 and I've two siblings plus numerous grandchildren (stillborn, miscarried or aborted ... 16 of them via my only daughter!).

For my sister, there were butterflies. For my son, yellow roses. For my dad, smiles from strangers. etc.

Thanks for sharing. I totally understand.

Sandy

Reviewed on January 14, 2009
I am sorry for your loss, I know the pain never fully goes away, and I thank you for sharing this beautiful write
In Christ's Love
Michelle~

Reviewed by Elizabeth Russo
Reviewed on January 11, 2009
One can't help but cry tears for the sadness but also for the beauty of this piece...of this relationship. So very moving. Hugs, Elizabeth

Reviewed by Leysa Lowery
Reviewed on January 8, 2009
Such a lovely tribute -- love, it's a powerful thing, growing beyond the limits of life!

Reviewed by J'nia Fowler
Reviewed on January 5, 2009
A loving tribute to your one and only. Very symbolic and a good write too.
Blessings J'nia

Reviewed by John Domino
Reviewed on January 4, 2009
A beautiful memory and tribute to a loved one!

Blessings,

John Michael

Reviewed by Debra Baker
Reviewed on December 22, 2008
Lois, this poem was very inspirational and touching. It left me knowing a bit of the thoughts which dwell inside of your heart. Memories should be cherished. Though love ones leave us for a better place, their spirits dance in our hearts forever with sweet beloved treasures.

Reviewed by Larry Lounsbury
Reviewed on December 17, 2008
Very very beautiful.Elegant

Reviewed on December 17, 2008
Lois~!

Love the yellow to with the 'Yellow Butterfly' - very nice poem!!


LOve & Hugs,

Lance

Reviewed by Phyllis Jean Green
Reviewed on December 13, 2008
What a wonderful idea, Lois! Yellow is the perfect color. Such a bright, happy hue. Sunny!! Butterflies have always been a symbol of everlasting life. I need to send a copy of this to my sister-in-law, Mary. She lost her husband last year -- coincidentally, his name was Tom --, and like you, she has a wonderful attitude. Her faith never wavers, and it is easy to tell
that your faith has remained strong. Is stronger than ever! Thank you for sharing this heartfelt and inspiring creation. May the holiday season prove a time of renewal for you. May your heart be filled with peace and your memories add wind beneath your wings.
<3 Phyllis <3

Reviewed by kg cummings
Reviewed on December 9, 2008
Christmas is for sharing and you have shared a generous slice of your life by inviting all in to view a Christmas from your past. This is lovely. Your friend, kgcummings... Kathy

Reviewed by Linda Law
Reviewed on November 10, 2008
Oh my dear friend...this is such a beautiful poem...and the butterfly is so precious...just like you! You know the butterfly begins a new life...and...altho our loves are in a beautiful place, they have given us the task of a new beginning without them in the physical sense... You and I and many others who grieve the loss of a loved one..know they have left this earth, but they never leave our hearts and spirts..Your beautiful heart is like that precious butterfly...and I am honored that you chose me as your inspiration for today... You have been my own "vessel" sent from God in the past, and that is one of the wondrous things about this AD... So many beautiful hearts...so many kind and loving people... so many who encourage and support us... God keep you safe my friend...and never stop writing... your poem was quite inspiring to me and others... hugs, lindalaw

Reviewed by KJ McPhee
Reviewed on September 22, 2008
When you stop and think about them, how lovely they are -- butterflies --- Beautiful dedication!

Reviewed by John Coppolella
Reviewed on September 7, 2008
I came to visit and thank you for the birthday wishes and your memory of your little ones you posted on my blog, and then I saw this butterfly poem/tribute. How sweet and loving a memory maker as GOD sent it to you, but now to us also through your heartfelt love of Tom. Though you miss him very much, he must be pleased to see so many thinking of him through your wonderful poem. I remember you sharing with me about my own butterfly memories after my sister Penny passed. God be with you and your heart Lois. Blessings always, Rockie Coppolella

Reviewed by Morning Star
Reviewed on August 29, 2008
A stunning butterfly verse a beautiful
Memorial tribute to your Love Tom
Your words captured beautiful emotions from your heart!
Lois thank you sharing your heart and your love with us!
Peace Love and Light...And Hugssss....Morning star




Reviewed by Rosemarie Skaine
Reviewed on July 19, 2008
Very beautiful. R

Reviewed by Jill curry (Reader)
Reviewed on July 14, 2008
this is such a beautiful piece..heal my friend

Reviewed by Shirley Cook
Reviewed on July 12, 2008
This is beautiful. Yes, we can feel close to our loved ones like this I believe they send us a sign.

ps thanks for stopping by to read my poems.

Reviewed by Sheila Roy
Reviewed on July 7, 2008
This is a touching and beautifully written. Love and Hugs~
Sheila

Reviewed by Gene Williamson
Reviewed on June 30, 2008
A lovely memorial, Lois, in the butterfly
and in your poem. -gene.

Reviewed by Kimmy Van Kooten
Reviewed on June 28, 2008
When my mom passed away, I gave each of my seven sisters a beautiful butterfly magnet, telling them mom had her wings now and her true beauty will be admired for always...I keep mine with me and even carry it along on special days, like the day my daughter was born, I used it as my focal point in the labor room! LOL! Butterflies remind me of my mother and so did this poem...Beautiful write Lois
Thank you for sharing your heart, your love, your everything...:)
Love and Peace~
Kimmy~

Reviewed by Dale Clark
Reviewed on June 27, 2008
Such a beautiful and warm tribute to your love.
So sorry for your loss, but you will be reunited
one day, I believe.

Reviewed by Eileen Granfors
Reviewed on June 25, 2008
This is a sweet and true memorial to Tom. I always think, when I see a bird flying alone or a butterfly in a shrub, there's my mom . .. how I miss her. You have captured the moment, Lois.
Eileen

Reviewed on June 22, 2008
Lois- I am so saddened by your hearts' loss, in memory with your yellow butterfly he will be ~ Filling your spirit with more daily!
Every butterfly is unique as Toms love for you was/is (in heart and soul and spirit)
I love this poem Lois, very touching without doubt!
To me a butterfly also represents FREEDOM! To go and flitter amungst many who quiver!

Reviewed by Regina Pounds
Reviewed on June 20, 2008
Lois, I, too, am sorry for your loss and I know that the little butterfly brought you a connection and inspiration to comfort you. Your poem and your feelings...your own spirit shines with love.

Gina

Reviewed by Dawn Anderson
Reviewed on June 20, 2008
So poignant...tears here.

Reviewed by Joanna Leone
Reviewed on June 19, 2008
A butterfly has always symbolized freedom, in my point of view. I have always thought of a butterfly as freedom, the beauty of nature, and simplicity. This is a wonderful poem because it captures the magic of a butterfly. I am sorry for your loss, but just know that a memory of a butterfly lasts a lifetime, and will always be in your heart, just like the memory of your loved one. God Bless!

Reviewed by Richard Orey
Reviewed on June 19, 2008
The wonderful thing about memories of those we love so dearly is that they are always with us in our hearts.

Bless you and Tom's little yellow Butterfly.

Richard

Reviewed on June 17, 2008
LOIS - sorry to learn of your loss - but GOD's GAIN ...

Yet another example of the "Butterfly Effect."

Peace ... Tom

Reviewed by Gianetta Ellis (Reader)
Reviewed on June 16, 2008
I, too, am deeply sorry for your loss, Lois. How restorative it must be to express your love in such a touching way as this.

Reviewed by Regis Auffray
Reviewed on June 15, 2008
A most touching and expressive write, Lois. Blessings to you with love and peace,

Regis

Reviewed by Mary Patterson
Reviewed on June 14, 2008
A lovely touching poem. Sometimes our loved ones who have passed on , touch us in various ways to let us know they are still around and watching over us. We saw a golden butterfly soon after my son in laws mother died , and we have continuued to see it. She left us in Jan. There is life after death and souls can touch...M

Reviewed by Elizabeth Price
Reviewed on June 11, 2008
Beautiful tribute and sentiment. Such was your deep love you show here. Great, great, great. Liz

Reviewed by Richard Cederberg
Reviewed on June 10, 2008
I am sorry for your loss. And your beautiful story/poem is touching. I feel that there was some healing in this for you.
Blessings ...

Reviewed by Lois Christensen
Reviewed on June 9, 2008
I can view this little fluttering butterfly whenever, and you can bet I brought it up many times today. Can't get enough ot seeing it.

Reviewed on May 29, 2008


"GOD'S little SECRET"
Utterly beautiful reading this gave chills I surely do believe it.
What a blessing, yes I do believe GOD does have his little secrets to share with us. Sometimes if we just take the moment we can here HIS constant whispers.

I believe in the butterflies something really amazing about them (I have looked up close to them it is as if they are little people looks like they have a face, did you notice?).

Continued blessings and love to you,
~Gwendolyn



Reviewed by Tracey Hardie
Reviewed on May 29, 2008
He is always with you.

Reviewed by Kathy Armijo
Reviewed on May 24, 2008
What a wonderful poem. It fills my heart with such joy. God's little secrets and wonderful moments in life are miracles to remind us of His love and that He's right next to us.

God bless you. Kathy

Reviewed by Jane Buttery
Reviewed on May 24, 2008
Dear Lois,
What an experience! I have a friend whose daughter died at 27 from cancer and, before hand, she gave her mum a butterfly kiss(up close with her eyelashes). Afterwards, Lena saw a blue butterfly as you did on two occasions.She felt God and her daughter were sending her a message that all is well.
God encourage you too.
Jane

Reviewed by William Bonilla
Reviewed on May 16, 2008
A beautiful poem You have composed here Lois

most enjoyable reading

I must say I am reading all your posted work

Peace & love



William

Reviewed by Thomas Watson
Reviewed on May 16, 2008
A touching and beautiful presentation. I, too, believe butterflies are the holder's of God's "little" secret.
God bless you and remind you that it is by your love that Tom's spirit will always be with you.

Reviewed by Rose Rideout
Reviewed on May 15, 2008
A precious write that you are sharing with us Lois, thank you so much.

Newfie hugs, Rose

Reviewed on May 13, 2008

Lovely story-poem.


Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU

Reviewed by Wenda Anderson
Reviewed on May 9, 2008
What a wonderful way to look at life. I really love the connection between you, God and his creations.

Reviewed by Katie Gabrielle
Reviewed on May 2, 2008
Lois, I have no doubt that just by taking the time to reflect and
connect with the butterfly made you realize that we are indeed all connected! It is such a lovely tribute to hope, faith and love....

keep up the lovely poetry!

katie

Reviewed by Christine Alwin
Reviewed on April 25, 2008
All creatures are precious,,,Cute Write!

Reviewed by Leann Marshall
Reviewed on April 23, 2008
Lois, only one so intertwined with and sensitive to God's beautiful earth could make such a lovely observation. Thank you for sharing this.
Leann


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