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My Fanstorian Family - Thank You

...thanks to Irish Rain and RGstar

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Comment from Donya Quijote
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Please accept my condolences. I know your loss is deeply felt. I read your friends poem for you and was moved too. This is a wonderful way to acknowledge those whom you know only through your encounters here and thank them for the kindness they have afforded you. Nicely accomplished...

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2017


reply by the author on 22-Jan-2017
    Donya,

    Thank you so much for your condolences, review, very kind comments, they are greatly appreciated. Blessings....Portia
Comment from Jumbo J
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Hi Portia,
firstly, let me send my heartfelt condolences for you massive loss... I lost my mother this last June. It's something that tears at the very fabric of one's knowing... that's for sure.

I love that you wrote this with pure heart and grace... as we all should know, we are within a very special community of those who genuinely care about and for each other, if only through words.

One thing to look at...
how I was holding up(doing) 'during' this difficult time.

It's always beautiful to see and feel the 'love'... especially in times of need.

Much love to you dear Sister of the word!

With our thoughts we create,
a bonded connection.
James vx's.




 Comment Written 21-Jan-2017


reply by the author on 22-Jan-2017
    My Friend,

    Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother. A mother's love is like none other. Thank you for your condolences in the loss of my mother. I find your words to be very comforting in the midst of your loss. Your kindness and comforting words are greatly appreciated. Thanks so much for bringing the error to my attention. Blessings and lots of love...Portia
Comment from DR DIP
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That is a wonderful heartfelt thank you Portia. I had read RG's beautiful tribute poem to you And it was exceptional and reviewed it accordingly So sorry for your loss

dip

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2017


reply by the author on 22-Jan-2017
    DR DIP,

    Thank you for your condolences and review, they are greatly appreciated. Blessings and lots of love....Portia
Comment from robyn corum
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Portia,

I am so sorry about your mother. I can't imagine not having my mom on this plant - though she drives me bonkers! *smile* Thanks for the love and you know that you deserve every bit of the love you received! Thanks!

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2017


reply by the author on 22-Jan-2017
    Robyn,

    Thanks so much for your condolences for the loss of my mother. A mother's love is like none other. I appreciate your very kind comments, they are greatly appreciated. Much love my friend......Portia
Comment from Gert sherwood
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Hello pharp
You are so kind to write such a nice pprecation to your fanstorians. RS yes, is a very nice fellow and he is the one who told me I should read your writings
I'm happy I did.

Gert

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2017


reply by the author on 23-Jan-2017
    Gert,

    Thanks so much for your support and kindness. Blessings...........Portia
reply by Gert sherwood on 23-Jan-2017
    You are so welcome pharp

    Gert
Comment from Janet Foor
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Dear Portia, this is a beautiful heartfelt letter to our fellow FanStorians full of love and gratitude. We have come to love and care for each other on this site and RG and so many others are a blessings to me as well. Your gracious letter is a tribute to you and your care for your mom and others too.

Blessings to you and yours.
Janet

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2017


reply by the author on 23-Jan-2017
    Janet,

    Thank so much for your support and kindness. Blessings Portia
Comment from Poetic Friend
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Portia/Pharp,

Regrettably, I can't recall if I read your poetry, but this message is so beautiful and reflects a sincere gratitude for the Fanstorians, who are some of the dearest people who walk this earth.

Although I have been member of this site since 2008, I have taken very long sabbaticals (years) from the site due to the demands of my work and life in general. Lately, I have frequented the site more than usual, but solely on weekends.

Ironically, one of main reasons I was away from the site for years was due to nearly losing my mother after a minor surgery ( a very long story) and the actual loss of my brother. I was caretaker to my brother, and I am still caretaker to my mother.

I am mentioning this because I can relate to your pain of losing a love one, especially a mother. A mother/child bond is indescribable, and I am extremely close to my mother. I agree with you it is extremely important to spend adequate time with your love ones. We can't take that time for granted.

Based upon the words that you express therein this post, I can tell you had a close relationship with your mother, which is endearing. She left the earth, but her memories live within.

I have not read RGStar's tribute poem, but I will read it after I review your post. He is one of the finest poets on this site. A poet who I highly respect.

My sincerest condolence on losing your mother. May God bring you comfort.

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2017


reply by the author on 23-Jan-2017
    Poetic Friend,

    My friend, I have received reviews from you on several occasions. Please accept my sincere condolence in the loss of your brother. I pray God continue to strengthen you as you love and care for you beautiful mother. A mother's love is like no other. May God continue to keep you and your mother is His loving care. Blessings.......Portia
reply by Poetic Friend on 24-Jan-2017
    Thank you, Portia. I have reviewed so many poems that I have forgotten whose work I reviewed (I guess I am having senior moments). Well, I am glad I did not miss your work during my reviewing.

    Blessings to you as well.

Comment from Dorothy Farrell
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Portia, what a lovely letter you have written and how sweet of you to acknowledge all the kindness you have received after losing your mother. I felt the tears starting up as I read it as I lost my mother very suddenly and don't really think I will ever get over that shock. Life goes on but their is a void in our hearts I think. I think of my mum every day. Bless you Portia - take care and keep writing - it helps. Warm regards Dorothy xx

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2017


reply by the author on 23-Jan-2017
    Dorothy,

    Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother. A mother's love is like no other, and yes there is a void in our hearts, but now our mothers are at peace. Thank you for your support and kindness. Blessings.....Portia
Comment from Dawn Munro
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You can't know what a very special blessing you are to someone like me, Portia, but the words you pen, each time, have comforted my heart in a way no one else's have. God bless you and keep you cradled in the palm of His hand...

I wish I had a six to add to this beautiful note.

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2017


reply by the author on 23-Jan-2017
    My dear sweet Dawn, no need for a six and never expected one for this post. Your words brought joy and put a smile on my face. Knowing that the words I penned have given you comfort reassures me that God is using me and continues to guide my pen. I give God all the glory and honor. Thanks for sharing, for your very kind words have blessed me on today. God is love and He loves you and so do I. May God continue to keep you in His Loving Care.....Portia
reply by Dawn Munro on 23-Jan-2017
    Thank you so, so much.
Comment from RGstar
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My dearest Portia. So shall it be that what will be will be, and how you came forth to me or I to you will already be written in fields of forever where no sadness can erase what is ordained.
You have written with heart and sincerity and none could have said it better or meant it more, for it is your time to speak, to rise so all know your name for there are many good souls here, and together we will lift you dear lady, for sometime in our lifetime comes a period where something, or someone is necessary, for I will say, believe or not believe, God means goodness, and where there is goodness, there must be God.

Even without mentioning The Divine, for I seldom do as it is a private part of me, shared in my doing, goodness relates to all who make it their will to cherish, help, and nurture the sick, unwilling, the poor, the headstrong, the haters, the lovers, and all the being who have aptitude to love and feel love, and that is down to the tiniest creature that can feel such, for it also feels pain.

You are remarkable...and I| couldn't help having admiration fro dear, Nan, who is as sparkly and jovial, as well loving as if she was 23...remarkable.

Portia, you are a soul indeed that will go on to a beautiful place when time, I know not where it is as I cannot define, for everybody's heaven has a different concept, but no the garden has bloomed for special persons, and amongst flowers I hope to find you, my special Person.
It is not weak to cry, for I do, often, though strong. It is a gift in feeling apathy, love and the passion in loving, for no one cries of selfishness unless seeking forgiveness,

All who mention you are of the same conclusion...a beautiful soul...and I can offer no different, for you are such.

All I have is heart, and I hope enough for those who understand it as well, cherish it, for there is nothing then can hinder its process.

Now rise my good friend, it is your time for another chapter, with hope I am also written in it.

Best wishes, from me, and I say, on behalf of all those who have, and yet to meet you;
You are special indeed.

My best to you.
Have a beautiful day, as well as a beautiful Sunday, and may your church and the songs you sing in praise bring happiness and warmth as we share with you.
Let the ripple effect continue. It can only be positive.

Will all love I send.

RG

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2017


reply by the author on 24-Jan-2017
    My Dear Friend,

    Your words are always so kind and encouraging. How blessed I am to have you as a friend.

    I know it is time for me to be still and allow this ripple effect of love to continue what God has set into motion. Some family members are reaching out to get back that closeness and love that our mother taught and instilled in us.
    God is good all the time, and all the time God is good.

    I will rise my friend, for the joy of my strength is in the Lord. Knowing you are always close by, just a click away is a blessing I will always treasure.

    Thank you for being my friend...... with love.......Portia