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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA 
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You were there, that day. You held me, your son, first born. So tiny was I then, being held within such strong but tender arms.... So tiny am I now, now that farewell has come, when a memory caresses the winds of my mind. When days of ago are just as though they were........today. Your eyes, how can a son ever forget the eyes of such a gallant and warm hearted yet quiet...and oh so sensitive of a man.... And you said, “Son, you and I are so much alike.” I was speechless. For, through all the years, the years of silent love, the last thought was that... You know, you knew... I know....I knew....your twilight had come, as a new moon rose into the heavens above, carrying you into his arms.....leaving behind my tears.....and....most of all.... Your memories..... I love you Dad.... To my Father, who passed away last night..... Jan 2, 1924....Mar 23, 2004.... Rest peacefully my father, for we stand beside you.....as you sleep.... |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Magnus...I'm so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing someone very special with us. |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Barry, my heart goes out to you. Thank you for sharing him with us and know that you are in my prayers. Heart hugs. |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Dear Magnus my friend, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Hugging you, Chris |
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DavePage Member Elite
since 2003-12-21
Posts 2917 |
I dont have words for your words Take the feelings instead Dave |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
Mangus, this is beautiful, and I suffer your loss. Never had a father of my own so it always hurts to see one pass away, knowing the loss of one so well. What ever may or may not have transpired between you in your years together, remember it all dearly, hold it forever close. My heart to you, my friend. Jimmy |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Dearest Barry....I am so sorry about the loss of your father. When we hurt, sometimes our most sacred tears stay hidden and the heart cannot express all the pain that it feels inside. I know the words said to us often pale in the shadow of grief... still I want you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you. May you be comforted with the belief that each time we remember, we meet again with those we love, for the heart never forgets. May your beloved father rest in peace. ~Heart Hugs, Nancy~ |
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Youngatheart Member
since 2003-12-30
Posts 333 |
Dear Magnus, This is a beautiful tribute to your father. I am sorry for your loss. I lost my dad 3 years ago and I still cannot believe he is gone. {{{{{{{{Barry}}}}}}}}}}} Youngster |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
Barry, A loving and wonderful tribute... Much peace in your time of grief. |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
My friend... my heartfelt condolances.. I'm truly sorry for your loss.. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Barry, I warmly embrace you during this time of loss. “Son, you and I are so much alike.” ~ This shows me that he must have been quite a man and he will continue to live on through you...  Love & Eternal Light, Linda |
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icebox Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 4383in the shadows |
May this burden in time become a mantle of remembered joy in having known such a man as the father you describe. |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Barry, I'm sure he undestood this poem before the words were ever written. Well done. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Magnus~ Tenderest tribute I've ever read~ My heartfelt condolences to you and your family~ Lifting you all in prayer~ *Huglets*  ~*Marge and family*~ ~*When the heart grieves over what it has lost, |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
*heart hugs* Mag. Be well and know peace m'friend. Easier said than done sometimes, but then? I always knew you had a strong, loving foundation. Prayers are with you and yours.  |
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Sadelite Member Elite
since 2003-10-11
Posts 2519 |
Magnus, I am so sorry to hear the news, but glad that you were able to write. Your father must have been an incredible man to have raised you. I'm glad he told you how you and he are alike-I'm sure it means a lot. Sadie |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Barry, I am sorry for your loss...and will keep you and your family in my prayers and thoughts. hugs M |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
Magnus, I am so sorry for your loss, please accept my condolances. Maree |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
Barry, it has to be very difficult to come to terms with the fact that someone who was always in your life is now no longer there. Please know that I am thinking of you in this time of sorrow. I am indeed sorry for you loss. believe in what your heart feels... |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Barry It is heart lifting to hear you speak of the way he spoke of you. Such a touching tribute to love and memory. My heart-felt condolances for the missing of someone so special. This day will become a special time of remember in the years to come. Heart hugs! |
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ctowen Member Elite
since 2001-10-18
Posts 2286Green Mountains of VT |
At a time that finds me distant to my own eyes ... eyes that have fallen more than tears these past years ... thank you ... ... my father will thank you too. For your loss and refound gains .... my most sincere prayers. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
*quietly bowing head in prayer and sadness* |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Barry, I am so sorry for your loss. This was a generous sharing of love, thank you. ..........jo |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
Magnus Reading this brings moving emotions to the surface, and the memory of a same sitution in my life about seven years ago. I am fimililiar with the feelings of your loss and hope that writing those feelings down has salved your pain a little... Deepest sympathy is all that I can offer.. ice/ford |
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inkedgoddess Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-19
Posts 7392Ohio |
sorry to hear this...i just went thru this about 3 months ago, it feels still very much fresh the pain too, peace to you and yours my poet friend |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
I remember when this happened to me...and it's not nice....but memories remain, and become part of you, with him....I know your pain and feelings Maggie...take care.. |
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Goodknight Member Elite
since 2002-06-15
Posts 2386Ohio, USA |
my condolences to you Barry - tough to lose them and you write well about him - Paul |
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Logan Senior Member
since 2001-05-28
Posts 1641Arkansas |
Barry, having lost my dad a few years back, I can understand. However you could not have written these lasting words, if the closeness had not been there and the memories, of which will always be, since in the last analysis, that is all we ever have..is the memories |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
iam so sorry for your loss too  thank you for shaing this with us  |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
thinking of you this morning, sending hugs and peaceful thoughts |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Oh Barry, I'm so sorry for your loss of your Dad. May God bless and comfort you during this time of grief and sorrow. Heart Hugs, Ethel |
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Sadelite Member Elite
since 2003-10-11
Posts 2519 |
Had to pull this up again in thoughts of you and your family. Know that we care. |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
Barry, I don't think any words could comfort something like this...all I can say is that something like this isn't supposed to happen. God bless you, as I'm certain after reading this, there are tears in His Eyes as well...love and hugs...Lee J. |
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EagleOne Member Elite
since 2000-03-07
Posts 2829Between a laugh and a tear... |
Words are never enough but the loss and pain you feel is shared amongst us. |
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EagleOne Member Elite
since 2000-03-07
Posts 2829Between a laugh and a tear... |
Words are never enough but the loss and pain you feel is shared amongst us. |
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Grover Senior Member
since 2004-01-27
Posts 1967London, ON, Canada |
Magnus, this is the finest tribute I've ever seen; honest, sincere, loving. |
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