Hey, That's No Way to Say Goodbye!
See Note: A friend of 15 years chose euthanasia over cancer53 total reviews
Comment from Ange.Kay
Great read.
However, I got lost somewhere on who was saying what. In comes Diana, then who is Sara? Maybe a lot was fit into what was intended to be a short poem.
I'm sorry about your friend Ivan. Your writing is captivating.
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reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Great read.
However, I got lost somewhere on who was saying what. In comes Diana, then who is Sara? Maybe a lot was fit into what was intended to be a short poem.
I'm sorry about your friend Ivan. Your writing is captivating.
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 12-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Thanks. diana
Comment from Sharon Haiste
Your verse tells a clear and painful story.
Well told, well written, well rhymed.
Thank you for sharing this story with us.
I'm sorry you lost your friend.
Sharon
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Your verse tells a clear and painful story.
Well told, well written, well rhymed.
Thank you for sharing this story with us.
I'm sorry you lost your friend.
Sharon
Comment Written 12-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Thanks so much for such a thoughtful, thorough review and you just left me speechless with your stellar review. thanks so much and I'm humbled. Yours, diana
Comment from Roxanna Andrews
Oh my, I'm so sorry. I have had a number of friends die from cancer, including my sister, but none chose to end it before their time. I don't doubt some though of it. It always seems to get the good one. I am sorry too about your mom. That too is often a loss, who they were is forever lost. I do hope she is doing better. Rox
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Oh my, I'm so sorry. I have had a number of friends die from cancer, including my sister, but none chose to end it before their time. I don't doubt some though of it. It always seems to get the good one. I am sorry too about your mom. That too is often a loss, who they were is forever lost. I do hope she is doing better. Rox
Comment Written 12-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Roxanna... Thanks so much for such a thoughtful, thorough review and you just left me speechless with your stellar review. thanks so much and I'm humbled. Yours, diana
Comment from Gloria ....
Wow what a poem and a half this is, diana. Some really powerful and deeply painful lines throughout, such as hemmed in by your doom, you plate our last dessert.
I've never experienced this from a friend or family member, but I expect I will.
And what a fascinating life, my land.
Superb job with sharing your pain. This is an amazing work of art.
Gloria
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Wow what a poem and a half this is, diana. Some really powerful and deeply painful lines throughout, such as hemmed in by your doom, you plate our last dessert.
I've never experienced this from a friend or family member, but I expect I will.
And what a fascinating life, my land.
Superb job with sharing your pain. This is an amazing work of art.
Gloria
Comment Written 12-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Hey Gloria... It was good and bad to write... but, life has given me an abundance of experiences. I've got a million of them... Not to be glib. But, this is one of them. As always thanks kiddo. yours, dana
Comment from cajunjoe
Quite the amazing chronological poem telling of a happening , a moment in time . It totally represents today's society, especially large cities and high society, so much in a hurry, not time , always in a hurry, never taking a break, always in a hurry, a very good representation and I do applaud you. I gave you five because it was better than four.
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Quite the amazing chronological poem telling of a happening , a moment in time . It totally represents today's society, especially large cities and high society, so much in a hurry, not time , always in a hurry, never taking a break, always in a hurry, a very good representation and I do applaud you. I gave you five because it was better than four.
Comment Written 11-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Hey cajunjoe...Thanks so much for such a thoughtful, thorough review and you just left me speechless with your stellar review. Thanks so very much and I'm humbled. Yours, diana
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You're welcome. I didn't know I could do that. Cool
Comment from rspoet
Hello Diana,
You've put your finger on the pulse of life and loss
and written sensitively about tragic aspects of a
life of beauty and pain.
Couched in normal conversation of wine and food
is the deafening, almost incomprehensible decision.
Often, others have to make that decision for someone,
how generous his spirit to take that burden off others.
It seems to bring his life full circle, as he wanted it.
My best wishes to you
Robert
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Hello Diana,
You've put your finger on the pulse of life and loss
and written sensitively about tragic aspects of a
life of beauty and pain.
Couched in normal conversation of wine and food
is the deafening, almost incomprehensible decision.
Often, others have to make that decision for someone,
how generous his spirit to take that burden off others.
It seems to bring his life full circle, as he wanted it.
My best wishes to you
Robert
Comment Written 11-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Hey report... Thanks so much for such a thoughtful, thorough review and you just left me speechless with your stellar/plus-one review review. Thanks so very much and I'm humbled. Yours, diana
Comment from Meia (MESAYERS)
When I was 9 my mother had a psychotic break. Shortly after, she was diagnosed with Paranoid schizophrenia. That set my tone for my life to stay involved learning about mental illnesses. My other passion is to champion the mentally ill any way I can. ' This poem is magnificent. Absolutely with an amazing message well done this is six star worthy kindest regards and thanks for the story love Meia x
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When I was 9 my mother had a psychotic break. Shortly after, she was diagnosed with Paranoid schizophrenia. That set my tone for my life to stay involved learning about mental illnesses. My other passion is to champion the mentally ill any way I can. ' This poem is magnificent. Absolutely with an amazing message well done this is six star worthy kindest regards and thanks for the story love Meia x
Comment Written 11-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Hey Meia... Thanks so much for such a thoughtful, thorough review and you just left me speechless with your stellar/plus-one review. thanks so much and I'm humbled. Yours, diana
Comment from Rose King1
This was touching, honest and sincere and sad. I can't imagine what you must have felt but to be able to articulate it in this way takes strength and courage. "Sick to death of hearing myself complain," distracted he utters, "Hey D you want an espresso better yet French Champagne" In your work, I see and hear Acceptance of his diagnosis and Celebration of that the decision, not only to accept but to "Do" what it takes to take back his Power in what might be deemed as a Powerless situation and on his own terms! Thank you for sharing
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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This was touching, honest and sincere and sad. I can't imagine what you must have felt but to be able to articulate it in this way takes strength and courage. "Sick to death of hearing myself complain," distracted he utters, "Hey D you want an espresso better yet French Champagne" In your work, I see and hear Acceptance of his diagnosis and Celebration of that the decision, not only to accept but to "Do" what it takes to take back his Power in what might be deemed as a Powerless situation and on his own terms! Thank you for sharing
Comment Written 11-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Hey Rose King...Thanks so much for such a thoughtful, thorough review and you just left me speechless with your stellar review. thanks so much and I'm humbled. Yours, diana
Comment from nomi338
Several issues are discussed here and they all make an impact. When someone who has no reason to be overly cheerful are, they are trying to soften the blow that they fera is going to knock you for a loop. When someone is facing a death that is not only assured, but is looming nearby, decides to not wait for it, but to end life on their terms, it is fruitless and perhaps even selfish for you to insist that they remain with you until the very end, mainly because you do not want to release them. This subject matter can be difficult for some, but it is not only important, it is instructive.
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Several issues are discussed here and they all make an impact. When someone who has no reason to be overly cheerful are, they are trying to soften the blow that they fera is going to knock you for a loop. When someone is facing a death that is not only assured, but is looming nearby, decides to not wait for it, but to end life on their terms, it is fruitless and perhaps even selfish for you to insist that they remain with you until the very end, mainly because you do not want to release them. This subject matter can be difficult for some, but it is not only important, it is instructive.
Comment Written 11-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Hey nomi... Thanks so much for such a thoughtful, thorough review and you just left me speechless with your stellar review. thanks so much and I'm humbled. Yours, diana
Comment from Cindy McIntyre
Wow. I wish I had a six-star review to share with you. Words escape me on what to write! What a gift you have in sharing your life with others. Your poetry speaks that truth. You've loved some wonderful characters and had to also watch them leave this earth! What a conflicting blessing/curse! Thanks for sharing your story/poem.
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Wow. I wish I had a six-star review to share with you. Words escape me on what to write! What a gift you have in sharing your life with others. Your poetry speaks that truth. You've loved some wonderful characters and had to also watch them leave this earth! What a conflicting blessing/curse! Thanks for sharing your story/poem.
Comment Written 11-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2018
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Hey Cindy... Thanks so much for such a thoughtful, thorough review and you just left me speechless with your stellar review. thanks so much and I'm humbled. Yours, diana
