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Comment from Nicnac
Brooke,
I am still catching up on some May msgs in my inbox. I'm sorry for the late review...
This brought tears to my eyes. I felt the love conveyed in this sad cinquain. I can relate somewhat - losing my mother the day before my 19th birthday. I sometimes feel cheated that I don't have a mother in which to share the most important days and people in my life with.
Thank you for sharing this heartrending poem.
Nic
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2009
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Brooke,
I am still catching up on some May msgs in my inbox. I'm sorry for the late review...
This brought tears to my eyes. I felt the love conveyed in this sad cinquain. I can relate somewhat - losing my mother the day before my 19th birthday. I sometimes feel cheated that I don't have a mother in which to share the most important days and people in my life with.
Thank you for sharing this heartrending poem.
Nic
Comment Written 07-Jun-2009
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2009
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I love this trip down memory lane you're taking me on. I think your late reviews are wonderful - that you bother to do them when I'm no longer paying anything out. Thanks so much for your most thoughtful comments. Brooke :-)
Comment from Peter@Poole
I'm so glad I found this by rummaging, Brooke. I love it for it poetic structure and for the heartfelt ache it reflects. No wonder you savoured every moment of your mothering years. Thank you for sharing this facet of your life. Peter
reply by the author on 23-May-2009
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I'm so glad I found this by rummaging, Brooke. I love it for it poetic structure and for the heartfelt ache it reflects. No wonder you savoured every moment of your mothering years. Thank you for sharing this facet of your life. Peter
Comment Written 23-May-2009
reply by the author on 23-May-2009
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Peter, thank you so much for looking through past poems that are no longer promoted :-) I always appreciate your thoughtfulness. Brooke
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You're still mothering of course, and I've thought a lot about what it means to you.
Comment from Janelle
Such a lovely tribute to your Mother Brooke. I bet it feels like yesterday since she passed in some ways, yet like a hundred years in others.
I can relate to your poem, as my father died in 1968,when I was fifteen, three years after my parents separated and I am still trying to find out who he was, as a person. I miss him very much and wish I'd had the chance to hear his side of the story.
Yours is a poignant poem and your pain and regret of losing you mother so early in life is clearly evident. Perhaps your capacity to draw from such emotion is what makes you such an amazing poet. Regards, Jan
reply by the author on 03-May-2009
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Such a lovely tribute to your Mother Brooke. I bet it feels like yesterday since she passed in some ways, yet like a hundred years in others.
I can relate to your poem, as my father died in 1968,when I was fifteen, three years after my parents separated and I am still trying to find out who he was, as a person. I miss him very much and wish I'd had the chance to hear his side of the story.
Yours is a poignant poem and your pain and regret of losing you mother so early in life is clearly evident. Perhaps your capacity to draw from such emotion is what makes you such an amazing poet. Regards, Jan
Comment Written 03-May-2009
reply by the author on 03-May-2009
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Jan, I do think this defining moment in my life gave me early maturity and empathy. Thank you for your most gracious comments and for your perceptiveness. Brooke :-)
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You're welcome! And what are you doing up? Isn't it late night over there, or am I out by a few hours? :)
Comment from raw form
I missed this one Brooke but you know what? your mom has been with you since she left the physical world and has watched you grow and blossom and live. This is so very cool. Those on the otherside reach us through our dreams and I truly believe that. And you've done a swell job from the outside looking in so you may have been a motherless child but you've done a swell job being a mom, never forget that.
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2009
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I missed this one Brooke but you know what? your mom has been with you since she left the physical world and has watched you grow and blossom and live. This is so very cool. Those on the otherside reach us through our dreams and I truly believe that. And you've done a swell job from the outside looking in so you may have been a motherless child but you've done a swell job being a mom, never forget that.
Comment Written 30-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2009
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Stephen, thank you for such warm and caring comments. Brooke
Comment from Mrs Happy Poet
This is very creative using the artwork to its full potential I enjoyed it shows that all though our loved ones have to leave they are never out of our thoughts regards Fuller
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2009
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This is very creative using the artwork to its full potential I enjoyed it shows that all though our loved ones have to leave they are never out of our thoughts regards Fuller
Comment Written 30-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2009
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Fuller, thank you so much :-) Brooke
Comment from MJMuraco
This is a beautiful poem which I can relate to. My mom passed twenty eight years ago. I always remember because it was right before my wedding and I will be married twenty eight years. Your poem is very well written as always.
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2009
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This is a beautiful poem which I can relate to. My mom passed twenty eight years ago. I always remember because it was right before my wedding and I will be married twenty eight years. Your poem is very well written as always.
Comment Written 30-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2009
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How sad to lose your mom right before your wedding - my mom passed away right before my two older sisters gave birth to their first children, so they can always remember how long ago it was by the age of their children. Thanks so much, Brooke
Comment from marion
Hi adewpearl
50 years is a long, long time. She must have died quite young. This is poignant piece, done with such grace and with finese. Heart-felt. Marion.
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2009
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Hi adewpearl
50 years is a long, long time. She must have died quite young. This is poignant piece, done with such grace and with finese. Heart-felt. Marion.
Comment Written 29-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2009
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Yes, it was a few months before her 50th birthday, and I was not born until she was 42. Thank you, Marion. Brooke
Comment from ersorenson
A poignant poem that touches my heart. My favorite song by Peter, Paul and Mary is "Motherless Child." I used to sing it to my children as a quiet lullaby, but the message is far from that. The poem is great, the message great, and the imagery is great.
Eric
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2009
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A poignant poem that touches my heart. My favorite song by Peter, Paul and Mary is "Motherless Child." I used to sing it to my children as a quiet lullaby, but the message is far from that. The poem is great, the message great, and the imagery is great.
Eric
Comment Written 27-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2009
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When I was in high school my choir sang that spiritual with our German teacher singing a guest solo. I still remember the performance :-) Thank you, Brooke
Comment from IndianaIrish
Beautiful poem, Brooke. You were so young when you lost your Mom. How proud she would be of her talented daughter! Thanks for sharing your Mom with this tribute.
Indy :>)
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2009
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Beautiful poem, Brooke. You were so young when you lost your Mom. How proud she would be of her talented daughter! Thanks for sharing your Mom with this tribute.
Indy :>)
Comment Written 26-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2009
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Thank you, Indy - I appreciate your warm response :-) Brooke
Comment from bard owl
What a sad time of remembrance for you. Losing your mother at such a young age seems so unfair. The imagery in this poem is outstanding. The simplicity of style enhances the poignancy of your work. Well done, Brooke.
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2009
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What a sad time of remembrance for you. Losing your mother at such a young age seems so unfair. The imagery in this poem is outstanding. The simplicity of style enhances the poignancy of your work. Well done, Brooke.
Comment Written 26-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2009
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Linda, thank you - this was a defining moment in my life that taught me at tender age that life often is unfair - we cannot expect things to go right just because we have done nothing wrong. Many people suffer huge disappointments in life because they truly believe in karma - and karma just ain't happening. Brooke
