family
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I moved away from my hometown 25 years ago. I left behind my family and almost everyone I knew. I made a new start and haven’t regretted that decision for a minute. But that doesn’t mean I don’t miss them. This weekend, my brother and his wife were in the area visiting her family so…
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I’ve written poems about my wife, and about my dogs, but I don’t think I’ve ever written one about my daughter. This one is for her. A Father’s Wish I wish you joy to temper pain, Some sun your clouds to chase. I wish you love to lift you up, To gently touch your face.…
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To every person who has blessed me with the honorific “friend”, I love you and thank you for the moments we have shared be they many or few. Each of you has helped me become who I am. Time is the only gift that truly matters. Thank you all for this most precious gift you…
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My friend Kim passed away after a brief, horrific fight with cancer. She was a truly beautiful soul who was a blessing to all around her. Her light in this world will be greatly missed. In her memory, I ask that you spend time with a loved one, family member or friend. And take the…
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To my angel Lynn. My love, my muse and my best friend. Thank you for being my perfect person. ❤ My Ideal Wife “Good morning Love.” I say to her, Receive a sleepy smile. And marvel at the luck I’ve found, Just gaze at her a while. Her soul as beautiful I swear, As anyone…
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My friend Jen turns fifty-five today. We’ve been friends for twenty years now… but that’s nothing. I met her through my wife who has been friends with her for fifty years! All of that made today seem like a great day to celebrate that friendship. That One Friend I wish that everyone could have, A…
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Ahhhh…. Spring is in the air! That means two things. It’s time to pick up the dog poop in the back yard, and it’s time to bruise my brain creating 30 days worth of something that I persist in calling poetry. I’ll let you know at the end of the month which one was more…
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My daughter will be moving out in a couple of months. It’s time, and I’m happy for her to be taking this step. But in my heart, she’s always going to be my little girl… and I’m going to miss her. FOR MY DAUGHTER I love my daughter very much, Each day I tell her…
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