The Wait
Waiting to die.111 total reviews
Comment from Mrs Happy Poet
Its too bad we couldn't have learned the forgiveness earlier. I know it took the weight of the world off my chest. I will pray for you my friend.
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Its too bad we couldn't have learned the forgiveness earlier. I know it took the weight of the world off my chest. I will pray for you my friend.
Comment Written 08-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Thank you. Linda
Comment from 9999pool
As with the previous write about your funeral, this one explained the predicament you are in.
Be assured our prayers and well wishes are coming your way. I will say a prayer for you daily until it's time to be called Home.
Have courage and since your bucket list had already been thrown away, there is still one more - to outlive the time given and find joy in rejoicing that the suffering will soon be over.
I am very sad now but you mustn't be. You need all the time to be joyful and not be in depression.
Lots of hugs and love coming your way from all of us here.
Plan your days and plan it well. Leave the rest in God's hands.
Best wishes, Ritchie. :((
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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As with the previous write about your funeral, this one explained the predicament you are in.
Be assured our prayers and well wishes are coming your way. I will say a prayer for you daily until it's time to be called Home.
Have courage and since your bucket list had already been thrown away, there is still one more - to outlive the time given and find joy in rejoicing that the suffering will soon be over.
I am very sad now but you mustn't be. You need all the time to be joyful and not be in depression.
Lots of hugs and love coming your way from all of us here.
Plan your days and plan it well. Leave the rest in God's hands.
Best wishes, Ritchie. :((
Comment Written 08-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Thank you so much for reading and your ever-so kind words of encouragement. Linda
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Hi Linda,
Actually I have written a poem about such things and i append the poem "If..." here for your reading pleasure and as a dedication.
"IF..."
If I should wake up tomorrow and cannot see no more,
I shall not be afraid of the dark.
A lifetime of beauty, love and happiness I have seen
Alas! Perhaps, there's nothing left to see any more.
If I failed to hear the songs of the birds,
It must be, I had no more desire to hear;
So much of the good I have heard,
There's no need to hear all the bad.
If the gift of speech be taken from me;
Perhaps I have already said all the good and none of the bad.
Voices rang in my ears, of words warmly touching every soul;
Though I speak no more, my loved ones have heard me clearly.
If I should lose my mind one day,
Somewhere at the back of my thoughts, I will remember;
Compassion, love, understanding, depression, happiness and all else humane,
My sanity may be gone, but my faith in Life has not.
In the last moments on my death bed,
The angels and devils await my demise.
As I close my eyes for the very last time;
I can vividly see, hear, feel and remember the good memories.
I did try to be the best I can be;
And the only regret is: I could have done better!
And my greatest joy is to have believed that life was and still is wonderful -
Irrespective of the shortfalls and illusive feelings of haunting doom it brings.
Having faced life with a courageous sweet smile;
And never having to look back again in self-pity!
As I walk away from this world gently to find another destination;
I know in my heart that life did not fail me for:
I HAVE LIVED IT!
(end of poem)
Cheerio, hugs, Ritchie. :))
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I couldn't have said it better myself. Thanks for sharing this. Linda
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I couldn't have said it better myself. Thanks for sharing this. Linda
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I couldn't have said it better myself. Thanks for sharing this. Linda
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I couldn't have said it better myself. Thanks for sharing this. Linda
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I couldn't have said it better myself. Thanks for sharing this. Linda
Comment from Alan K Pease
Having had two heart attacks, I feel fortunate to be on the upside of life at least for now. I feel terrible for you just waiting for your life to snuff out. My best wishes for your family and friends who love you and hopefully will be by your bedside when you pass on to a better place.
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Having had two heart attacks, I feel fortunate to be on the upside of life at least for now. I feel terrible for you just waiting for your life to snuff out. My best wishes for your family and friends who love you and hopefully will be by your bedside when you pass on to a better place.
Comment Written 08-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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My record is six heart attacks, another dozen or so "heart events", two open heart surgeries, many stents, cath lab about 15 times - all in 18 years. So, you probably have a long time yet! Thanks for reading and your kind words. livelylinda
Comment from rjuselius
i am so sorry for your illness! i can't imagine how it feels like. it's kind of like what people on death row have to go through. thank you for staying on the site!
rebekka x
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i am so sorry for your illness! i can't imagine how it feels like. it's kind of like what people on death row have to go through. thank you for staying on the site!
rebekka x
Comment Written 08-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Thanks for your kind words and six stars. livelylinda
Comment from Norbanus
Heartbreaking and well written, but of course we cannot begin to feel the heart break that must have come with writing this. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Heartbreaking and well written, but of course we cannot begin to feel the heart break that must have come with writing this. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Comment Written 08-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Since I am "The Rock" in my family, keeping everybody positive about these circumstances, writing gives me some relief from feelings bottled up inside. Thanks for reading and commenting.
livelylinda
Comment from Bobby Jo
Watching my aunt suffer with this, my prayer goes out to you. Keep writing, it is an awesome way to sort out emotions of life. Writing is a key to the soul. God Bless, Prayers and hugs.
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Watching my aunt suffer with this, my prayer goes out to you. Keep writing, it is an awesome way to sort out emotions of life. Writing is a key to the soul. God Bless, Prayers and hugs.
Comment Written 08-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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I appreciate your kind words more than you'll ever know. livelylinda
Comment from Sueellen11
Oh my dear, this is heartbreaking, the write/ poem is perfectly written, but tears one heart apart, I just read your comments, it this true, my thoughts and prayers are with you, my I am so sorry, that you have suffered you illness I am gutted to read this, my friend you are so strong, blessings to you, sueellen
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Oh my dear, this is heartbreaking, the write/ poem is perfectly written, but tears one heart apart, I just read your comments, it this true, my thoughts and prayers are with you, my I am so sorry, that you have suffered you illness I am gutted to read this, my friend you are so strong, blessings to you, sueellen
Comment Written 08-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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It is all true, I rarely write fiction. And, I thank you for your kind words. livelylinda
Comment from Shirley E Kennedy
I'm so sorry to hear that.
You have so very honestly expressed the sense of...just waiting.
I hope that in sharing this news and your innermost thoughts that it somehow makes you feel not so alone.
God be with you.
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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I'm so sorry to hear that.
You have so very honestly expressed the sense of...just waiting.
I hope that in sharing this news and your innermost thoughts that it somehow makes you feel not so alone.
God be with you.
Comment Written 08-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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The responses I am receiving for this poem certainly let me know that I am not alone, along with family and church family. Thanks for your kind words. livelylinda
Comment from Phyllis Stewart
Linda, how tragic and sad. I can relate to this wonderful, honest poem, for I'm dying from emphysema as my lung tissue is destroyed more each day. I still have years left, but they do pass quickly. It seems like yesterday that I got the bad news, but it was six years ago, and the next six will be more difficult. You never forget for a moment that you're on the way out. All we can do is have faith.
I don't expect this to cheer you up, but it helps me a lot. My mom was in her final weeks two years ago when we watched a special on people who have died and come back. We learned that in most cases, those who went beyond the tunnel of light ended up meeting their relatives and loved ones under a large tree. I looked it up and the Bible does speak of "the tree of life, which is in Heaven."
My mom promised to tell me what happens after death. She said her own mom came to her in a dream and described a long waiting period that sounded like purgatory. Well, about six months after Mom finally passed away, I had the most realistic dream where she came in the front door just as she used to. I knew she was dead, but I hugged her and said I loved her. She said, "I can't stay long. I just came to tell you... there really IS a tree." And then she was gone, just like that, and I woke up. It didn't seem like a normal dream... it seemed real.
And that has been a great comfort to me. Maybe you can take some comfort in knowing that we'll be happy, with those we love and miss. It's not death... it's rebirth. God bless you, Linda. :)
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Linda, how tragic and sad. I can relate to this wonderful, honest poem, for I'm dying from emphysema as my lung tissue is destroyed more each day. I still have years left, but they do pass quickly. It seems like yesterday that I got the bad news, but it was six years ago, and the next six will be more difficult. You never forget for a moment that you're on the way out. All we can do is have faith.
I don't expect this to cheer you up, but it helps me a lot. My mom was in her final weeks two years ago when we watched a special on people who have died and come back. We learned that in most cases, those who went beyond the tunnel of light ended up meeting their relatives and loved ones under a large tree. I looked it up and the Bible does speak of "the tree of life, which is in Heaven."
My mom promised to tell me what happens after death. She said her own mom came to her in a dream and described a long waiting period that sounded like purgatory. Well, about six months after Mom finally passed away, I had the most realistic dream where she came in the front door just as she used to. I knew she was dead, but I hugged her and said I loved her. She said, "I can't stay long. I just came to tell you... there really IS a tree." And then she was gone, just like that, and I woke up. It didn't seem like a normal dream... it seemed real.
And that has been a great comfort to me. Maybe you can take some comfort in knowing that we'll be happy, with those we love and miss. It's not death... it's rebirth. God bless you, Linda. :)
Comment Written 08-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Phyllis, so sorry to hear about your ailment. But, we all know that something gets us in the end. I loved your story about your mother and the Tree of Life. I have a Tree of Life necklace and will keep it on, now that I've heard that story. I do not fear leaving this life because Heaven has promised to be a place of no pain or trauma, but a new and wonderful place for our souls. Thank you for sharing your story and keep well. livelylinda
Comment from Darkhorse555
from the pictured piece looks like one of those lazy days dwelling on good is a precious treasure of memories lovely piece
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from the pictured piece looks like one of those lazy days dwelling on good is a precious treasure of memories lovely piece
Comment Written 08-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Thank you. livelylinda
