Grief In Slow Motion (Short Story) - 1/2/2013 12:08:29 PM
Lots of wisdom in your poetic letter.
May the New Year bring you renewed happiness.
Peace, love and Christ blessings,
John Michael
Grief In Slow Motion (Short Story) - 1/1/2013 5:10:36 AM
heartfully written for many to read and comprehend
budd
A Gift To You (Short Story) - 7/11/2012 3:42:04 PM
Life is but a vapor........Thank you for this reminder! I woke one day, looked in the mirror and said, "How did I get this old, this fast?"
Hugs
Katt
Heaven (Short Story) - 12/13/2011 12:57:05 AM
This story "Heaven" is so emotional and yet it's beautiful to know Brian is with our Lord.
Thank you for sharing this special story.
God Bless,
John Michael
A Living Death (Short Story) - 5/22/2011 3:41:45 AM
Alzheimer's is such a horrendous disease, and to have both parents suffering from it must have been deeply challenging. Such pain too, to lose them both within a month or so. No time to grieve for one before the second one goes. Thank you for the stages of Alzheimer's - I didn't know that and shall now be looking out for them.
A Gift To You (Short Story) - 2/12/2011 12:11:02 PM
What a wonderful sharing. It said many of the things I have tought about and felt also. As we age things change and we cannot stop what is happening to us..This is a deep intrensick look into what many who age feel and go through...M
A Gift To You (Short Story) - 1/31/2011 5:21:25 PM
I love this line!:
"Life is a gift to you. The way you live your life is your gift to those who come after"
Some seasons seem to go by faster than others......
Rewards of a Caregiver (Short Story) - 1/26/2011 4:35:38 AM
"don't make a big deal of it." what a glimpse into his mind. was it a moment of lucidity, like the sun breaking through the clouds?
thanks for sharing that moment.
A Gift To You (Short Story) - 12/4/2010 2:28:26 PM
Truer words were never spoken. One day everything is normal and the next day you relize your future is here and the end is near. There are so many things I left undone and now I can't do them.
Thank you for sharing this Deborah.
Grief - An Ongoing Journey (Short Story) - 8/11/2010 4:50:36 AM
I can relate with you, it`s been four months since i lost my child bu it feels like yesterday.
Heaven (Short Story) - 6/23/2010 9:23:22 AM
So much emotion,within his heart.this words touched my heart in so many ways,i give you a big warm hug for sharing this with all of us.
may you always be blessed with love,happiness an beautiful memories for today an always.
best wishes with love
Helen
Heaven (Short Story) - 3/7/2010 4:09:52 AM
A riverting story. I'm amazed that a young man of that age could write such an inspiring and thoughtful story! His message was loud and clear and gives one pause to really think about the cards each of us has waiting to be read. His death was tragic. I'm glad his parents have his writing to bring them comfort. Thanks for sharing this with us!....Love ...M
Heaven (Short Story) - 3/5/2010 3:23:31 PM
Beautiful sentiments written by the young man. With of course an absolute ring of truth. Thanks for sharing, Deborah.
GOD BLESS YOU
Tony
Grief - An Ongoing Journey (Short Story) - 1/28/2010 9:46:48 PM
"Grieving the loss of a loved one is worse than fearing the loss of a loved one." Deborah Tornillo
I learned that 5 years ago when my dad died of cancer. The days preceding his death were difficult but strangely calm. After he was gone and the loss was real, emotions were stronger, but I doubt that I have let the grief process conclude. Very shortly afterwards it was obvious that mom's mental state was not normal, not even for a widow of 55 years of marriage. I guess caring for her has left some of him in me so grieving for him would be grieving for me. Makes no sense. You are one strong lady. I hope your husband is doing OK, and either way I hope you are doing OK. Patrick
Every 70 Seconds.... (Short Story) - 1/28/2010 9:31:46 PM
Ah, Mary. She & I have had some correspondence. She's in a really tough spot and doesn't post nearly as much as she once did. Patrick
The Beast (Short Story) - 1/28/2010 9:27:54 PM
It is indeed a beast. So far mom's mood is quite constant and we haven't experienced the "stealing" accusations which I understand is common. But her short term memory is very poor, thus current event conversations nearly immpossible. She has difficulty choosing things so mostly I choose for her. Excellent, helpful story. Patrick
Grief - An Ongoing Journey (Short Story) - 1/21/2010 5:10:47 PM
Deborah, my heart goes out to you in your many trials. And you turn to God, Who is fashioning you into a sparkling jewel. You have much to offer to those who know you and observe your faith. I will pray for you, and I'm going to track your writing for awhile at least, so that with God's help, I will know how to pray.
(I track only a few people because of the time involved.)
God bless you and renew your strength daily.
With love in His Name, Connie
Fear, Hope and Faith (Short Story) - 12/15/2009 4:52:56 PM
Dear Deborah, Oh I had no idea your husband was ill too. I am so sorry. You poor lady I feel so bad for you and your loved ones. I once called you a hero, now you know what I meant by that. You have a great inner strength to persevere. We must pray together for you your husband and your children. The LORD works some time in mysterious ways. So he is with you as are your friends. And I am one of them.
GOD BLESS YOU, and YOUR FAMILY too.
Tony
Thanksgiving - Why I'm Thankful (Short Story) - 11/18/2009 6:39:27 PM
A moving and meaningful write, Deborah Ann. Thank you for sharing. Love and blessings,
Regis
Rewards of a Caregiver (Short Story) - 10/18/2009 3:47:36 AM
God bless you, Deborah! Heart touching write; well done!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :)
Wild Horses (Short Story) - 9/18/2009 7:40:22 AM
I think many find comfort in music of some kind. It helps to ease our burdens!....M
Wild Horses (Short Story) - 9/18/2009 5:48:03 AM
Is this the song Susan Boyle sang the other night on America's Got Talent?? If so, she did a fantastic job!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D
Every 70 Seconds.... (Short Story) - 8/29/2009 7:12:40 PM
This is a great informative write that gives much incite into the world of a person with Alzhiemers . Right now there are medications to delay its onset , but only for a while. I pray and look at articles written , hoping some type of medical break through will occur soon. They have to do something as more and more are being diagnoised with it. Its a scarey situation... A great write !!!!...M
Fear, Hope and Faith (Short Story) - 8/10/2009 11:44:22 AM
This write brought tears to my eyes as I read it. You have been through so much and a person wonders how they can keep going on and surviving one heartache after another. I think you might be depressed because of all the emotional trama you have been, and are going through.It happens to the strongest of us . There are some mild antidepressants that could help . Also the power of prayer. God is always there. I've found there is a reason for everything that happens, tho its hard to discern what it is when ones living through it. In the time that follows , it all becomes clear as to the whys and where fors .. I've been through a lot too and almost lost my faith when our little grandson lived with us and was dying.. It has a direct impact on one life and mind. I have suffered from depression since the 90s and took medication to help combat it. I'm in a good place mentally now.. Perhaps a pastor , friend or counselor could help you . You need someone to help bear the burden. Its hard to do it alone.. I'll pray for you and your husband. It must be very hard for him also.. Are your daughters old enough to understand and help in some way?.Writing is a great out let to release one inner emotions... You writing draws the reader in and holds their attention! Don't give up . Keep forging ahead and don't look back. You can't change what has happened , you can only go forward...Love...M
Remains of the Day (Poetry) - 11/24/2018 8:15:49 AM
There is much we never forget.
John
Remains of the Day (Poetry) - 6/8/2015 5:10:53 AM
I can't recall reading previously, but I hope you've had an opportunity to travel to Vietnam to where he was last deployed and had an opportunity to talk to the local people. I understand that those that have been able to do that have found great peace in doing so.
Ron
Remains of the Day (Poetry) - 6/7/2015 9:51:48 AM
I am saddened by this . . .
Because I Love You (Poetry) - 6/4/2015 9:38:09 AM
Would that we could do it all over again? I would take a different path just to see where it leads.
Ron
Because I Love You (Poetry) - 6/4/2015 9:12:49 AM
I'm guessing your answers are "yes, yes, yes, and yes."
That last "yes" is on behalf of your readers. I plead poetic license. :)
Because I Love You (Poetry) - 6/3/2015 4:00:56 PM
If we all could live life over again would we? I would because love united us for a reason. This poem is beautiful!
Kathy J Parenteau
Closure (Poetry) - 5/6/2015 7:47:31 AM
It seems like this is an MIA story. But I may be wrong. It is still very poignant.
Ron
Closure (Poetry) - 5/5/2015 11:11:24 PM
grief is such an individual journey...I have just been pondering on such things myself...
To retain the love and memories of loved ones whilst still reaching for all the happiness life has to offer us each precious day....
Not an easy path...but we try....
Hugs,
Diana....
Closure (Poetry) - 5/5/2015 7:42:42 PM
A lasting poetic tribute. Very special indeed.
Closure (Poetry) - 5/5/2015 1:34:21 PM
Sad. Very sad. But good to remember him with this lovely poetry . . .
Lecherous Ole Man (Poetry) - 4/16/2015 7:42:48 AM
Unfortunately, there's more than one out there.
Ron
Would You? (Poetry) - 4/15/2015 8:32:03 AM
Be careful about what you ask for, Deborah. There are a lot of lecherous old fools on AD. But I still like your sentiment.
Would You? (Poetry) - 4/15/2015 6:20:22 AM
Sure I would. I always enjoy a good hug and sharing thoughts. That poem generates a lot of good feelings… As was intended.
Ron
Would You? (Poetry) - 4/14/2015 9:07:56 AM
Those questions can be answered in the positive, but until it comes the time to back up that promise you queried, you never know.
Keen Intelligence (Poetry) - 4/14/2015 4:41:34 AM
Very personal and deeply felt.
Ron
Keen Intelligence (Poetry) - 4/13/2015 5:36:38 PM
Eh . . . "River runs through it" is, to me the ultimate in saying goodbye. Not even a bridge to rebuild. I could be wrong, but . . .
Never-ending (Poetry) - 4/7/2015 5:40:52 AM
I'll admit, it's kind of an addiction. I can't answer your question, but from what I read in your poem, there is something deeply emotional going on around your connection.
Ron
Never-ending (Poetry) - 4/7/2015 4:37:07 AM
Something about AD.
Memories, madness, and a reminder we are not alone in our struggles.
Nice to see you.
:)
John
Never-ending (Poetry) - 4/6/2015 5:08:13 PM
Oh, believe me, Deborah, I have been back and forth to the Den so many time I get dizzy just thinking about it. You are right of course, it's the words which cause us to return. Enjoyed . . .
Bits and Pieces… (Poetry) - 11/12/2013 7:45:48 AM
A revelation of undying love.
Ron
Bits and Pieces… (Poetry) - 11/11/2013 10:39:23 AM
A beautiful heart spills bits and pieces blessing all around.
This is a difficult day.
John
Bits and Pieces… (Poetry) - 11/11/2013 9:18:08 AM
A wonderful and sweet romantic poem! Giving this chance your all, so beautifully stated. Hang in there for I agree with you, loving someone is the only way.
Joy L. Hale
Have You Seen My Father... (Poetry) - 10/12/2013 11:09:45 AM
We need to refound the government for this century, not the eighteenth. Great idea.
Ron
Have You Seen My Father... (Poetry) - 10/12/2013 5:59:05 AM
Yes, and to think that a rag tag band of misfits can cause so much chaos. The evils of ideology.
Have You Seen My Father... (Poetry) - 10/11/2013 9:32:33 AM
I certainly belong in the past.
How to get there...
John
When? (Poetry) - 9/30/2013 2:17:18 AM
very sad and yet so well done
budd
When? (Poetry) - 9/27/2013 9:19:38 AM
She seems so lonely, will she ever get there?
Ron
When? (Poetry) - 9/26/2013 3:53:19 PM
I couldn't wait to read this. :)
I could relate, we all must wait- this is how it feels.
John
Inside of You (Poetry) - 9/25/2013 10:26:35 AM
It sure is. Though my legs no longer carry me, I still dance in my mind.
Ron
Inside of You (Poetry) - 9/25/2013 7:54:47 AM
A sweet celebration of being indeed.
John
Inside of You (Poetry) - 9/25/2013 2:27:42 AM
this is a fine write, i enjoyed it very much
budd
Inside of You (Poetry) - 9/24/2013 8:38:23 PM
You got the right stuff! Well done Deb!
God Bless You!
John Michael
Inside of You (Poetry) - 9/24/2013 5:06:29 PM
I am in awe of your capacity for succinct showmanship... this one cavorts with the reader like a camera cavorts with an actor, subtle, expressive, sincere in its candor, sure of its focus, fill its lens with only what matters and teasing the immaterial significance into something metaphysically physical... explosive in its serenity, on a scale of the panorama, but yielded tightly like a close-up to melt confusion in a pool of placid, highly delineated implosions that leave the reader wanting, no needing to embrace the dance of life with every fiber of her being until his her is able somehow to dance again... (and this was on the first read...)... send us more... send in the clowns... send us up... higher and higher! Wonderful, Deborah.
Captain (Poetry) - 9/6/2013 8:17:18 AM
Beautiful. Sometimes the Captain feels (s)he can control the voyage, but Mother Nature has the power to change our course.
Captain (Poetry) - 9/3/2013 2:23:37 AM
yes it is
budd
Captain (Poetry) - 9/2/2013 7:06:54 AM
If we are to captain our own ship, we have to let go once in a while so that we can get on the right course to a distant shore.
Ron
Captain (Poetry) - 9/1/2013 7:35:35 PM
I love boats and tales about them.
I love poetic stories even more.
Your poetic adventure touched me to the core.
Multiple Blessings to you Deborah and welcome back!
John Michael Domino
Beyond Numb (Poetry) - 9/1/2013 7:23:58 PM
Amazing how we can hide grief or pain in the mind-numbing but comforting rituals of life. The disengagement of the actual thinking part of us and the submergence in comfortable and well-worn activities. But no matter how long we hide our feelings in the bicameral pathways of our minds, we have to surface eventually and work through pain. Ever forward Deborah. Bob
Captain (Poetry) - 9/1/2013 7:10:23 PM
Control is subjective. Once we know we have it we are under the impression that we posess it forever, then we find that the next second, hour, lifetime, everything will be taken away. Ripped away by nature, circumstance or the hidden purposes of a loving God. Riding the wave, navigating the channel, mastering the water, call it whatever, the science of life is in the living. Most of the time the illusion of control is just that; illusion. The art is in the navigation. Well put in the lines Deborah. You've made the crossing. Bob
A Special Moment (Poetry) - 8/15/2013 3:00:11 PM
Thanks for sharing your wonderful romantic poem. It portrays two people who loves each other dearly,
A Special Moment (Poetry) - 8/15/2013 10:27:51 AM
Sounds like a marriage to me…
Ron
A Special Moment (Poetry) - 8/14/2013 10:31:40 PM
Loved it!
Favorite lines:
A bloom of a flower
Their destiny begun
A special moment
Two hearts, now one.
Amen!
Danny... (Poetry) - 6/28/2013 12:26:47 AM
A wonderful tribute to your brother Deb.
May you have peace, love and abundant blessings,
John Michael Domino
PS: We miss you on the Den...
Danny... (Poetry) - 5/28/2013 11:27:06 AM
One of the all-time greatest lyrics that never fails to bring a tear. Let us hope that someday your brother's remains will return to rest near yours.
As for me and my Vietnamese partner, we have decided that a simple cremation and being tossed in the wind will take us back to mother Earth and away from all the war and suffering.
Ron
Danny... (Poetry) - 5/28/2013 2:48:33 AM
so very heart endearing
budd
A Clover Field (Poetry) - 5/18/2013 4:33:47 PM
The Red Clover is definitely more, Deborah,
..."than today's thoughts"....it will be for most
of us...the future, tomorrow...helping to maintain
healthy active life ... vitality...when the hormones
start to fluctuate.........taken in form of Promensil.
Thank you for thoughts provoking, great poem.
With warm regards Isabella.
A Clover Field (Poetry) - 5/18/2013 11:35:48 AM
It is a joy to smell the new mown clover and to know that the bumblebees are happy and the cows will munch on sweet hay.
Ron
A Clover Field (Poetry) - 5/18/2013 9:06:22 AM
A lovely tribute, Deborah............GOD BLESS YOU and YOURS.
A Clover Field (Poetry) - 5/18/2013 1:01:42 AM
beauty in this simple questioning
At Every Start (Poetry) - 5/12/2013 9:57:05 AM
she is and always will be in your heart
budd
At Every Start (Poetry) - 5/12/2013 6:45:11 AM
Very nicely done my Friend. Happy Mothers Day.......GOD BLESS YOU and YOURS.
At Every Start (Poetry) - 5/12/2013 6:37:07 AM
Wonderful tribute to mom Deb!
Love & Blessings,
JMD
Inside We Both Cry (Poetry) - 5/12/2013 6:36:25 AM
My heart and prayer are for You Both my Friend. I am sorry for your loss.........GOD BLESS YOU and YOURS.
Inside We Both Cry (Poetry) - 5/12/2013 2:24:55 AM
very well penned write Deborah
budd
Inside We Both Cry (Poetry) - 5/11/2013 10:58:21 AM
I have uncontrollable spasms. At times they can be painful. There doesn't seem to be any relief except to cut life short. I'm hoping for stem cell therapy to do the trick.
Ron
Inside We Both Cry (Poetry) - 5/10/2013 1:38:36 PM
Can't expand on what John has said but my prayers are for your healing.
G
Inside We Both Cry (Poetry) - 5/10/2013 11:33:34 AM
Dear Deborah,
This is a very sad poetic piece.
This is unlike any other you wrote.
I think you need prayer like never before.
Amen
A Butterfly Kiss (Poetry) - 5/10/2013 11:27:37 AM
Nice butterfly kiss poem. Yes, I think it's a special kiss for that special person. Not naughty but nice.
Love and Blessings,
John Michael
A Butterfly Kiss (Poetry) - 4/6/2013 10:12:00 AM
My sweetie calls a certain part of her anatomy her “butterfly.” ;-)
Ron
A Butterfly Kiss (Poetry) - 4/6/2013 1:26:01 AM
A lovely writing as always my friend. I never tire reading your greatness........GOD BLESS YOU and YOURS.
A Butterfly Kiss (Poetry) - 4/5/2013 4:50:32 PM
a beautiful wish for forever
budd
A Vintage... (Poetry) - 3/28/2013 9:08:39 AM
Nice poetic message. Yes, it's the wonder of faith that it will happen again and again.
Peace Love and Easter Blessings,
John Michael Domino
Silence Is Golden (Poetry) - 3/26/2013 5:43:08 PM
~Deborah~
In silence dawn glows of peace in reflection.
Beautifully written.
Lady Mary Ann
A Vintage... (Poetry) - 3/26/2013 7:50:55 AM
Sometimes, it's a very good year, regardless of the weather.
Ron
A Vintage... (Poetry) - 3/26/2013 3:59:44 AM
ah yes then to be savored and remembered well
budd
A Vintage... (Poetry) - 3/25/2013 3:03:11 PM
Isn't life just grand and in this delicate poem you have expressed it well. A vintage wine to savor.
George
Silence Is Golden (Poetry) - 3/23/2013 4:13:55 PM
Hi Deborah, I find this piece well defined and insightful. Thank You for sharing your excellent writing.........GOD BLESS YOU and YOURS.
Silence Is Golden (Poetry) - 3/23/2013 8:23:11 AM
It's very good at times to look at the new day from a different perspective. So glad you're able to do that with your poetry.
Ron
Silence Is Golden (Poetry) - 3/22/2013 2:45:14 PM
A wonderful way to give us the vision of this
budd
Silence Is Golden (Poetry) - 3/22/2013 2:05:24 PM
The eloquence of silence. Great work.
Silence Is Golden (Poetry) - 3/22/2013 2:05:19 PM
Yes, wonderful words of truth.
Silence is golden and I agree!
Love, peace and blessings,
John Michael
Complete (Poetry) - 3/22/2013 6:51:58 AM
Beautiful! A flower known to us all...we hope never withers..
Enjoyed this very much!
Teresa Walker
Angel's New Light (Poetry) - 3/10/2013 7:52:46 PM
Eleoquent! There are angels amoung us...M
Beyond Numb (Poetry) - 3/10/2013 7:50:39 PM
Your pain is evident, I pray there are better days ahead for you...M
Beyond Numb (Poetry) - 3/2/2013 4:42:49 AM
such words of pain here
budd
Beyond Numb (Poetry) - 3/1/2013 8:55:10 PM
Beyond numb is a place where we don't want to go but we go.
Putting this in a poetic expression must be even more difficult.
Here's to peace, love and positive blessing.
God Bless You Deborah...
John Michael
Beyond Numb (Poetry) - 3/1/2013 8:07:28 PM
Love the rhyme and meter in this poignant poem.
George
Complete (Poetry) - 2/28/2013 4:41:32 PM
to be complete that is the desire
budd
Complete (Poetry) - 2/28/2013 3:20:28 PM
Yep they need each other.
Complete (Poetry) - 2/28/2013 2:51:15 PM
Completely Wonderful!
Blessings and in Christ love,
John Michael
Complete (Poetry) - 2/28/2013 2:04:32 PM
Very Lovely as always, Deborah.........GOD BLESS YOU and YOURS.
A Kiss (Poetry) - 2/28/2013 11:34:38 AM
I'm always debuted by a kiss.
Ron
A Kiss (Poetry) - 2/27/2013 8:01:27 PM
A poetic kiss with Gods eternal love.
In Christ Love and blessings from above.
John Michael
Angel's New Light (Poetry) - 1/22/2013 6:07:58 PM
Beautifully written my Dear Friend. Keep your pen moving your Great.......GOD BLESS YOU and YOURS..........LOVE YOUR FRIEND Tony.
Angel's New Light (Poetry) - 1/22/2013 4:16:38 PM
i love this dedorah just enough of all the perfect words used so beautifully
budd
Hereditary (Poetry) - 1/22/2013 11:35:40 AM
I don't have complete information to respond. It appears that your son or daughter may have a hereditary disease that you're trying to deal with. After what you went through with your mother and father, I can't see why you would be faced with more.
Stay strong and write.
Ron
Hereditary (Poetry) - 1/22/2013 4:08:39 AM
I am totally sorry my Dear Friend. Let us keep him in our prayers for a safe journey to heaven.............GOD BLESS YOU and YOURS......I LOVE YOU MY FRIEND...Tony
Hereditary (Poetry) - 1/22/2013 3:55:27 AM
so painfully deep
budd
Hereditary (Poetry) - 1/21/2013 3:19:11 PM
Brave lad and so sad
Roots (Poetry) - 1/18/2013 12:37:54 PM
Your poem is an archaeological treat. Short, but sweet.
Ron
Roots (Poetry) - 1/16/2013 1:38:15 PM
Nice poem you've written here. Thank you for sharing. Certainly leaves a reading thinking. I found a typo in the line "Ink spill’s out an uncertain belief." In this line the apostrophe should be taken out.
Roots (Poetry) - 1/16/2013 3:50:59 AM
memories are the roots of our selves
budd
A Promised Land (Poetry) - 1/16/2013 2:29:39 AM
Great poetic thoughts Deb.
What next?
What do you want to be next. That's what eventually will be...
Amen
Peace, love, hope and faith,
John Michael
Roots (Poetry) - 1/15/2013 5:52:18 PM
Dear Deborah, No matter what happens please know you and yours are in my prayers Every thing that happens is GOD's will. I believe and know for sure my prayers have become very strong. Though your heart is full of anxiety everything will turn out for the best. Please do not lose faith!..........GOD BLESS YOU and YOURS ALWAYS........LOVE Tony.
A Promised Land (Poetry) - 1/15/2013 5:12:35 PM
take the hand, believe in your beliefs, take care
budd
A Promised Land (Poetry) - 1/15/2013 3:26:13 PM
The loving hand of GOD reaches out to us all. This is a very sad poem but it has a wallop at the end. Thank You for sharing my friend........GOD BLESS YOU and YOURS........Tony
Wondering (Poetry) - 1/14/2013 6:52:30 PM
One must have faith, when it comes to "Him"
When I was told I had it, from a Doctor who pulls no punches
it didn't face at all, For I have accomplish what I am here for
and left all decisions to The Doctor and "Him" and my prayers
Love & Peace be with you
William
Wondering (Poetry) - 1/14/2013 6:45:11 PM
this what if has a deeper meaning i wish you all the best
budd
Wondering (Poetry) - 1/14/2013 2:30:12 PM
Hi Deborah, Now I am worried! Who has cancer? Your writing asks a question, GOD does hear us. If it is to be it will happen. But do not lose faith, please. My prayers are with you my great friend. Write me if you want..........GOD BLESS YOU and YOURS........Love, Tony.
Helter Skelter (Poetry) - 1/9/2013 4:26:00 PM
How sad a true. Too many people don't think before speaking.
Char
Helter Skelter (Poetry) - 1/9/2013 2:56:10 PM
Hi Deborah, As always a very fluid poem. Very easy to understand. We must always be careful what is said around our children. You made that very clear with your fine writing. I always love reading You......GOD BLESS YOU and YOURS.
Our Mother's Son (Poetry) - 1/8/2013 7:21:41 AM
Oh my gosh am I glad 2012 is over! What a year of not wanting to look back! I am praying we have a better year soon...enjoyed the read Deborah!
Teresa
Freckles of Gold (Poetry) - 1/6/2013 6:46:42 AM
speaking as a blonde be-freckled tomboy....this was a 'mah veh lous'tribute to 'freeckles of gold' ...pmedlin
Freckles of Gold (Poetry) - 1/5/2013 11:41:42 PM
Wow! A great poem Deb. You will make your daughter smile big!
Regret? (Poetry) - 1/5/2013 12:54:14 PM
I thin many fear at times , it's what one does to over come the set backs, ect , so they can continue onward...M
Freckles of Gold (Poetry) - 1/5/2013 12:51:33 PM
Beautiful and heartfelt....M
Freckles of Gold (Poetry) - 1/5/2013 3:17:49 AM
How sweet a poem for your daughter. She will be all smiles.
Freckles of Gold (Poetry) - 1/4/2013 7:30:00 PM
A lovely writing, Deborah..............GOD BLESS YOU.
Regret? (Poetry) - 1/4/2013 3:13:24 PM
when it is it is only the shell
budd
Our Mother's Son (Poetry) - 1/3/2013 2:22:44 PM
Excellent write Deborah
Love & peace be with you
Happy New Year
William
Our Mother's Son (Poetry) - 1/3/2013 4:05:15 AM
we certainly hope it will
budd
2013 (Poetry) - 1/2/2013 3:06:39 PM
Beautifully written
Happy New Year
Love & Peace be with you
William
2013 (Poetry) - 1/1/2013 9:23:39 AM
Nice poem. Happy New Year Deb!
May full fill all your hopes and dreams in 2013.
2013 (Poetry) - 1/1/2013 5:02:53 AM
and a happy new year to you as well
budd
2013 (Poetry) - 12/31/2012 6:37:40 PM
Yes...time moves on...sweet write, a very happy new year Deborah, neerja
Compatible (Poetry) - 12/22/2012 7:42:40 AM
Which way shall I take the course to my reader’s hearts,
What scale and tools do I collect with,
What voyeur’s wrap I claim in readiness.
Are the ages of my father come to bear,
Or will be for next generation’s benefit:
And for sure hope luck to smile a lot,
Unless I weaken in devotion,
That I harbor this pretext,
Where course is subject to a wanton age.
Gather, flock with us; examine all to beyond:
Valiant person have surpassed our time.
Compatible (Poetry) - 12/21/2012 4:11:52 PM
this is so good about freedom of speech
budd
Compatible (Poetry) - 12/21/2012 11:00:48 AM
Dear Deb,
What a wonderful array of thoughts. I like what you have to say.
I wish it were that simple and it could really be that way.
But folks want to take away our rights to be kind, loving and free.
Then replace them with demonic views forced upon to you and me.
It's OK to curse, smoke dope, use witchcraft and sex in full view.
But for us to stand up for simple Christan values today is taboo!
They act upset when kids get killed and are placed in an early tomb.
But killing kids is OK with them when it's done inside of the womb.
They even want to erase "Choose Life" from all the signs on display.
Then because of their bad choices, we are the ones who have to pay.
I rest my case.
Merry Christmas Deborah!
John Michael
Release the Pain (Poetry) - 12/17/2012 10:59:55 PM
Healing words that are very comforting.
God Bless!
John Michael
Release the Pain (Poetry) - 12/17/2012 6:43:29 PM
a fine prayer you have given to us
budd
Release the Pain (Poetry) - 12/17/2012 4:19:46 PM
Excellent tribute, Deborah. It must be so overwhelming for those who mourn. I know if something would happen to my children how devastated I would be..........GOD BLESS YOU and Yours........Tony
Guido (Poetry) - 12/15/2012 8:56:50 PM
It's great. Good write; Smooth. But I've been asking around do you think this site is dying? Please don't answer in the 'message box'.. rather visit the article I put in about this site? ta,
Guido (Poetry) - 12/15/2012 6:35:06 PM
this well penned piece beckons much thought
budd
Another Generation (Poetry) - 12/13/2012 5:51:41 PM
now theres an ending for you
budd
Armor (Poetry) - 12/11/2012 3:17:21 AM
a very heartfelt write
budd
Armor (Poetry) - 12/10/2012 11:27:42 PM
Dear Deb,
Wonderfully expressive poetry.
Tony is right. The Lord hears you and will protect you.
He is your shield and strength in your darkest hour.
May the peace, love and strength of the Lord be with you.
Amen!
Armor (Poetry) - 12/10/2012 8:01:53 PM
He will always cover you Deb. The LORD is your armor of love and goodness............GOD BLESS YOU.
I Don't Understand (Poetry) - 12/10/2012 7:17:28 AM
Unpardon me but I relent it boldly;
For it is far ahead, if I can be sure of it,
And far it is, that my hallucination be valid,
And hallucination it is, as it should be,
And however, unlike itself, mysterious, unknown, and untested,
So it be foreseen in my tireless search.
I Don't Understand (Poetry) - 12/5/2012 3:27:08 AM
i enjoyed this one quite a lot thank you
budd
I Don't Understand (Poetry) - 12/4/2012 10:07:46 PM
Loved the poem.
Loved the photo.
I Love the one who wrote it!
Blessings to you in all that you do,
John Michael
Ho, Ho, Ho (Poetry) - 12/4/2012 6:14:29 AM
Lol....wish the little creature gets a feast. :)
Ho, Ho, Ho (Poetry) - 12/4/2012 3:36:32 AM
very well written with the glitter evident within
budd
Food For Thought (Poetry) - 11/22/2012 10:49:47 AM
That's all the food I need. Knowing that someone is there when I'm in need. Love and laughter…
Ron
Food For Thought (Poetry) - 11/22/2012 4:40:47 AM
as we here at the den are thankful for your words as well
budd
Worthy... (Poetry) - 11/21/2012 10:20:27 PM
A comforting poem filled with love.
Have a special Thanksgiving.
Love, peace and abundant blessings to you.
John Michael
Worthy... (Poetry) - 11/21/2012 2:01:31 PM
i truly hope you have a blessed day
budd
Fixated (Poetry) - 11/21/2012 7:04:05 AM
Into every life, a little rainbow shall fall.
Ron
Fixated (Poetry) - 11/20/2012 6:34:08 PM
such a fixation and faith are truly rare but to be admired as you have entoned here
budd
Pasta e Fagioli (Poetry) - 11/20/2012 12:40:44 PM
I have not had beans and pasta since my Mom was alive. A nice touch to an outstanding writing.......GOD BLESS YOU.........Always, Tony.
Freedom of Speech (Poetry) - 11/20/2012 4:49:30 AM
Intriguing - great flow - there must be a bottom level to the meaning - I'm into the third tier or do I read too much into this interesting work?! Nice work.
Freedom of Speech (Poetry) - 11/18/2012 5:48:04 PM
wonderful expressive words of love
budd
Freedom of Speech (Poetry) - 11/18/2012 8:02:53 AM
The audacity of hope is that we are free to express it. It cannot be shouted down by ignorance and doubt. Talk is cheap, but in time, the truth prevails.
Run
Freedom of Speech (Poetry) - 11/17/2012 7:17:22 PM
Sha-ZAM!! :)
Making every word count -- now, that is poetry.
x:)x Phyllis x:)x
MIA/BNR (Poetry) - 11/17/2012 10:38:57 AM
That's the problem with all the intrigue and classified documents that shouldn't be secret. We have been and are becoming a more paranoid nation more concerned about “leaks” and their consequences than the truth. From my perspective, getting the dirty laundry out and letting it hang, clears the air quite quickly.
Ron
MIA/BNR (Poetry) - 11/17/2012 3:43:08 AM
This is a sad commentary on those we lost in war so far away and even long ago
budd
MIA/BNR (Poetry) - 11/16/2012 6:51:52 PM
Our government has been doing this to families since World War Two! I am sorry for you and your family. Even though it is slighted your Brother was a Hero in my mind........GOD BLESS YOU and Yours......Always, Tony.
For A Friend (Poetry) - 11/16/2012 3:39:58 PM
a truly faithful write
budd
For A Friend (Poetry) - 11/16/2012 12:59:21 PM
A lovely reminder of our creators blessings. Wonderful write my Dear Friend,,,,,,,GOD BLESS YOU AND Yours .......Tony
I Promised (Poetry) - 11/16/2012 8:52:10 AM
A bit mournful and tied to the past I'm afraid. Makes it hard to break free from events beyond your control.
Ron
I Promised (Poetry) - 11/15/2012 5:14:24 PM
a nice tribute to one close to you
Amiss (Poetry) - 11/15/2012 7:32:06 AM
Deb,
Beautiful poem, quite sad. Love the flower
Mary
Amiss (Poetry) - 11/15/2012 3:22:55 AM
such a beautiful picture of this flower, and emotion.
budd
Amiss (Poetry) - 11/14/2012 11:36:35 PM
How intriguing - and interesting. It flows like a short gasp of intense thought. I like it - it resonates.
eHow (Poetry) - 11/14/2012 4:08:36 PM
a simply 'great-relate'
eHow (Poetry) - 11/14/2012 3:49:15 PM
the stare of the blank page is sometimes overpowering
budd
eHow (Poetry) - 11/14/2012 12:39:41 PM
Deb,
This is great. We've all had those days!
Mary
Shadow's Song (Poetry) - 11/11/2012 10:35:50 AM
I see a need to punch through the darkness into the light of the new day and new year.
The shadow knows…
Ron
Pasta e Fagioli (Poetry) - 11/11/2012 10:11:52 AM
Love that Italian food! It's comfort food is filled with Italian love!
JMD
Shadow's Song (Poetry) - 11/11/2012 10:10:14 AM
Dear Deb,
What a great poem and a photo to match. You have talent unlimited with God's given gifts of creativity which are so profound..
Peace, love and blessings,
John Michael
Shadow's Song (Poetry) - 11/10/2012 6:38:49 PM
Ann, you always have amazed me. Your style is your own, yet you write in such a way that it hits home. Yet you remain ellusive, mega talent, young miss.
Shadow's Song (Poetry) - 11/10/2012 5:26:45 PM
a so wonderful write Deborah and i like the portrait you chose to accompany it very well matched they are
budd
Plight... (Poetry) - 11/9/2012 10:20:20 PM
Loved the photo, loved the photo.
Love the author as well.
Yes Deborah, you are loved because you show so much love in your work.
Amen
Plight... (Poetry) - 11/9/2012 5:45:45 PM
you so wonderfully make this statement aknowledging the plight is tantamount to the understanding then...
budd
Friends (Poetry) - 11/9/2012 12:45:02 PM
“You can fool all the people some of the time, and some of the people all the time, but you cannot fool all the people all the time.” I believe by a fellow named Abraham Lincoln, a progressive Republican.
Ron
Friends (Poetry) - 11/9/2012 10:32:35 AM
Apparently all these truths that Edward mentions were not known to Dr. Rogers in his lifetime. This is capitalism gone amok, when only a small percentage of the population is wealthy and the rest struggles to eat and have shelter. And no one can tell me everyone who is struggling hasn't worked or expects a hand out. This is not government for and by the people, it's the rich buying their way to power. Maybe in the next four years democracy and capitalism will begin to work again as it was intended to. That is NOT socialism.
Friends (Poetry) - 11/9/2012 9:37:03 AM
Deborah...outstanding words have been written, as they continue on in you! Thank you for saying what a lot of us have tried to elaborate! I loved Adrian Rogers, he was one of my favorite Pastors, I miss him so much. I had a 50 mile drive to work everyday and listened to him every morning before I started my day. He left a great foundation of wisdom for Americans to adhere too..
Beautifully expounded!
Teresa Walker
Friends (Poetry) - 11/8/2012 1:57:09 PM
What if Dr. Rogers knew…
--that the bottom 50 percent of all tax filers have an average income of $15,292.
--that this same group has no net worth at all (assets minus debts)
--that the top 20 percent have$11.5 trillion of income, and $53 trillion of net worth.
--that the richest country in history also has the most unequal sharing of wealth history.
--that rich and poor had equal talents, equal intelligence, equal love of country and equal love of God.
--that most wealth is inherited, directly or indirectly.
--that wealth is the cause of poverty.
--that if the rich shared just $1 trillion of their wealth, the bottom 50 percent’s income would double. All 70 million of them.
Oh, my mistake. Dr. Rogers does know. He is in heaven, where the truth is known to all.
Friends (Poetry) - 11/8/2012 10:57:17 AM
I have some of Dr. Rogers books and know him to be a wise man. He speaks the truth and sadly, government has not learned a thing from all the wisdom that has been put forth over the years.
Joy L. Hale
Friends (Poetry) - 11/8/2012 10:33:59 AM
and has been since the dawn of civilization, too bad as a species we have not learned from the past
budd
A Parade (Poetry) - 11/7/2012 1:45:43 PM
The parade can always lead to understanding and then love. The love is there for you right now.Keep the faith my Dear Friend............GOD BLESS YOU.......Always, Tony.
What Matters... (Poetry) - 11/5/2012 8:17:37 PM
Fven though I am an advocate of weed. I do not think that is what you are writing. What matters most is the joint universal peace. May the Lord always be with you my Dear Friend........GOD BLESS YOU and Yours......Always, Tony.
A Mother's Truth (Poetry) - 11/5/2012 4:42:04 PM
Lovely! Extremely well done........GOD BLESS YOU.
Always
Tony
A Part of Me... (Poetry) - 11/4/2012 8:46:10 PM
This was a lovely sentiment, Deborah.,,,,,,,,GOD BLESS YOU...........Always Tony.
Please Prevail... (Poetry) - 11/4/2012 11:44:47 AM
Hey Deb,
Good points are made in your poem. Let's keep the faith. Remember Love and Hate are both REAL but we can't see Love or hate but we sure know it when we feel it. Faith is believing in what we have not seen. We are blessed so don't be derailed by all the bull from the rest.
Peace, much love and abundant blessings,
John Michael
Please Prevail... (Poetry) - 11/3/2012 6:54:44 AM
Expresses much suffering and pain. I'm sorry but there is no Almighty to come to the rescue, not even the cult of the Latter Day Saints. If we all work together instead of trying to foist our ideologies we will see better days.
Ron
Please Prevail... (Poetry) - 11/2/2012 5:37:34 PM
a very true description of how the they react only for thier own reward not for those that need the help
budd
A Parade (Poetry) - 10/27/2012 9:07:04 PM
We all have those days Deborah! Hang in there, it will get better...M
Then and Now (Poetry) - 10/27/2012 9:05:18 PM
Some times it's hard to try to help and fix that which can not be fixed. I think many of us try to do that...M
Then and Now (Poetry) - 10/27/2012 11:58:35 AM
Reads like a tormented cry for help. I know that sound, I heard it last night after I couldn't sleep for two hours because I was cold and my legs bothered me. She was at wits end because I couldn't convey to her what I needed in my search for sleep. This has gone on for twenty years and is likely to continue at least ten more. I'm not sure she can continue to take on the burden she has.
Somehow, I am able to handle it as long as I have help. But all of my helpers are now complaining and I'm not sure if I can replace them when they quit.
Ron
Then and Now (Poetry) - 10/27/2012 5:12:03 AM
you can't fix everyone Deborah although some time we want to
budd
Then and Now (Poetry) - 10/27/2012 12:25:45 AM
I'm bouncing along writing my poems and then.. I see yours, and think.."Oops, I should have written it like that.
Jolly good job. Every word a gem.
My Understanding... (Poetry) - 10/24/2012 12:00:55 PM
i like the possibilities her
budd
My Understanding... (Poetry) - 10/24/2012 7:27:17 AM
My understanding, love is a balm.
Ron
A Mother's Truth (Poetry) - 10/23/2012 4:51:08 PM
Deborah,
Beautiful words.
Many blessings,
Linda+
A Mother's Truth (Poetry) - 10/21/2012 9:29:11 AM
Each day brings new challenges––especially for a mother.
Ron
A Mother's Truth (Poetry) - 10/21/2012 4:20:33 AM
wonderful words for a mothers love
budd
A Parade (Poetry) - 10/20/2012 5:11:33 PM
well Deborah you have written so much with so little words
budd
What Matters... (Poetry) - 10/19/2012 6:57:36 AM
Why am I thinking, “Marijuana.” The universal joint?
Ron
A Beginning... (Poetry) - 10/18/2012 8:17:52 PM
The seasons come and go and are constant reminders of life cycles ....M
What Matters... (Poetry) - 10/18/2012 8:14:42 PM
So very true....M
What Matters... (Poetry) - 10/18/2012 6:57:09 PM
I will not ponder...
Jesus is Lord of all.
Thank you Deborah.
Amen!
What Matters... (Poetry) - 10/18/2012 4:42:01 PM
mmmmm Deborah i will ponder this
budd
Next Year (Poetry) - 10/16/2012 1:20:24 PM
Yes it will be. A wonderful time for You and Yours.......Always, Tony.
