The Wait
Waiting to die.111 total reviews
Comment from duchessofdrumborg
'The Wait' is an exceptionally well-written and heart-wrenching piece. This talented poet's work was a privilege to both read and review. You keep WRITING and I'll keep READING!
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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'The Wait' is an exceptionally well-written and heart-wrenching piece. This talented poet's work was a privilege to both read and review. You keep WRITING and I'll keep READING!
Comment Written 07-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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Again, thank you for your kind words. livelylinda
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livelylinda, you're very welcome.
Best wishes, the Duchess
Comment from visionary1234
I just reviewed your other piece, too, Linda - and my thoughts go out to you in this difficult time. It must be frightening - but your faith in God seems to be of great comfort to you. I noticed:
cleared my conscious - do you mean 'conscience'?
Blessings,
Sharyn
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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I just reviewed your other piece, too, Linda - and my thoughts go out to you in this difficult time. It must be frightening - but your faith in God seems to be of great comfort to you. I noticed:
cleared my conscious - do you mean 'conscience'?
Blessings,
Sharyn
Comment Written 07-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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I thought that I fixed "conscience" but I must have missed a button. Will try again. Yes, my faith keeps me a rock for my daughters, grands and great-grand. livelylinda
Comment from c_lucas
I like your poem because you do not fear dear, but are frustrated that you body is slowing down. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words.
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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I like your poem because you do not fear dear, but are frustrated that you body is slowing down. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words.
Comment Written 07-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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Thanks so much "c". Yes, it is quite frustrating that to avoid chest pains and another heart attack (I've had six), I have to move so slowly. My bucket list I could not fulfill. livelylinda
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The frustration will always be there, just don't give the upper hand.
Comment from ExperiencingLiphe
I hope you're able to get treatment for it. It sounds pretty scary and I'm really glad you're writing. Keep your head up and live life to the fullest. *Hugs*
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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I hope you're able to get treatment for it. It sounds pretty scary and I'm really glad you're writing. Keep your head up and live life to the fullest. *Hugs*
Comment Written 07-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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There is no more treatment except a bunch of meds I take. 17 years of progression has me now in congestive heart failure. Thanks for your comments. livelylinda
Comment from Irish Rain
very well written poem on the futility of fighting what seems to be inevitable...but....i read your notes...i pray not...many blessings and prayers are being sent your way i'm sure...please don't give up.
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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very well written poem on the futility of fighting what seems to be inevitable...but....i read your notes...i pray not...many blessings and prayers are being sent your way i'm sure...please don't give up.
Comment Written 07-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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I'm a rock and doing what I have to live a little longer. livelylinda
Comment from Nichola
I think you meant to say "clear my conscience"
This is a very well written poem about end of life circumstances. None of us knows when we will go, but one thing is for sure. We are all going to the same place. It is almost like we are all on this big ship we call planet Earth. When there is death, there is birth too.
I am sorry that your heart is failing and will say a prayer for you.
Here is a poem that I wrote. I hope that you like it:
belief
beauty in rainfall
tireless tears caressed in a
brilliant sunrise
by Nichola
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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I think you meant to say "clear my conscience"
This is a very well written poem about end of life circumstances. None of us knows when we will go, but one thing is for sure. We are all going to the same place. It is almost like we are all on this big ship we call planet Earth. When there is death, there is birth too.
I am sorry that your heart is failing and will say a prayer for you.
Here is a poem that I wrote. I hope that you like it:
belief
beauty in rainfall
tireless tears caressed in a
brilliant sunrise
by Nichola
Comment Written 07-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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Thank you for pointing out my spelling error, your words of comfort and the little poem. I appreciate them all. livelylinda
Comment from sweetwoodjax
this is very well written, lively linda, you did an excellent job writing this poem about your battle. just don't give up. my mother was told two months ago she had 12 hours to live and she's still hanging in there.
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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this is very well written, lively linda, you did an excellent job writing this poem about your battle. just don't give up. my mother was told two months ago she had 12 hours to live and she's still hanging in there.
Comment Written 07-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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Some of us are just more stubborn than others and push the line every time! I am a rock and so is your mother. Thanks again for reading and commenting. livelylinda
Comment from Giddy Nielsen-Sweep
You have been given an idea of what to expect and the time it takes. But nobody really knows for the strength we have is often within us and we have that strength to use our time in the best way we know how. You have a wonderful gift for writing superb poetry... fill your days with it. My husband says we are shuffling towards the front of the bus... you have many friends shuffling with you!. May your remaining time be filled with love and blessings, Giddy
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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You have been given an idea of what to expect and the time it takes. But nobody really knows for the strength we have is often within us and we have that strength to use our time in the best way we know how. You have a wonderful gift for writing superb poetry... fill your days with it. My husband says we are shuffling towards the front of the bus... you have many friends shuffling with you!. May your remaining time be filled with love and blessings, Giddy
Comment Written 07-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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Again, Giddy, your kind words are in my heart. livelylinda
Comment from mumsyone
A poem like this is difficult to read, but no more difficult than it must have been for you to write it. I will keep you in my prayers.
Hugs,
Lois
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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A poem like this is difficult to read, but no more difficult than it must have been for you to write it. I will keep you in my prayers.
Hugs,
Lois
Comment Written 07-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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Actually, writing about this situation is good therapy for me. Thanks for reading. livelylinda
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Yes, I can see where it would be great therapy. It's wonderful that you are able to do it for yourself while, at the same time, you are helping others who may be in similar situations.
All the best to you,
Lois
Comment from nancy_e_davis
I have a congestive heart too Linda. My feet and legs were swelling up like stove pipes but they gave me some pills and that stopped and I have more energy. Think positive. Fight to live another day and then another. Do not go there. Hugs. Nancy
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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I have a congestive heart too Linda. My feet and legs were swelling up like stove pipes but they gave me some pills and that stopped and I have more energy. Think positive. Fight to live another day and then another. Do not go there. Hugs. Nancy
Comment Written 07-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2013
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I take a mess of pills which get me through each day if I am very careful and don't do much. The chest pains are frightening now because I think it is my last day, every day I have them. Thanks for reading and good luck to you. livelylinda
