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Forever in My Heart

When life ends, his love remains

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Comment from Anne Johnston
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"Your laughter echoes and your memories sing,
my heart listens, and you live again."
A great entry for this contest and such true words. So many little things trigger memories of our loved ones and we can feel them with us once again.

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 30-Jul-2021
    Oh, Anne, you make my heart sing too! I can not compete with all the wonderful poets on this site, but I just had to share this morning as I thought of my husband; I just had to share. Thank you so much for spreading a little sunshine on my day.

    Smiles, Carol
reply by Anne Johnston on 30-Jul-2021
    You are welcome. You did a great job on this poem. After 21 years, I still feel my husband near at times. Can't wait to meet him again in heaven.
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2021
    It will be two years on the 9th and seems impossible to hurt this much... but I do. As you so well understand.
Comment from robyn corum
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Carol,

Oh, my. This could apply to so many here. I realize you're probably speaking toward your lost family members -- but this piece works exactly for all our fallen writers at FS. How tragically sad!

This was beautifully expressed in your wonderful style - and look! I'm on time!

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 30-Jul-2021
    Good morning, Robyn...

    Yes, I am approaching Mike's anniversary and he was on my mind this morning. Thought I'd share a little love.... thanks so much. I will now be officially back on the poet roster again. LOL Now that's a joke!!!

    Smiles, Carol
Comment from Seshadri_Sreenivasan
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It is what most of us strive to find in our lives. Love. And that too endless love. That one person who has seen our good sides, flaws, and bad habits but loves us anyway. You have said the essence of love in a few words! Much enjoyed. Good luck in the contest!

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 30-Jul-2021
    Thank you, Seshadri,

    Appreciate the thoughts and good words on my poem. I am generally not a poet, but my thoughts were on my late husband. Appreciate it very much.

    Smiles, Carol
Comment from Susan Newell
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What a wonderful way to remember a loved one. I know this is a hard time for you and I hope you can focus on the times you had together -- and will have again in the next life.

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 30-Jul-2021
    Good day, Susan

    Yes, my thoughts were not in a good spot this morning, but I tried to do my best. Then I saw that I was one short for being posted as a poet...LOL. Added a bit of humor next. Now it's time to resume the writing again....So now I am officially a poet on this site again. Woe is me! or you for having to read.

    Smiles, Carol...
reply by Susan Newell on 30-Jul-2021
    Congratulations!
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2021
    Right! You make me laugh!
reply by Susan Newell on 30-Jul-2021
    There could be a great poet hidden inside you.
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2021
    Right! Tell me that after you read my next poem......LOL
reply by Susan Newell on 30-Jul-2021
    Okay. 😀
Comment from BethShelby
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I really like your four line poem. We do retain the memories of those who have passed on. If we think about it we can almost hear their voices in our heads and it is like they still live.

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 30-Jul-2021
    Good morning, Beth

    Thanks for stopping by to read my poem. As I approach Mike's anniversary my thoughts tend to dwell on things...this is what came to mind this morning. Appreciate the review.

    Smiles, Carol
Comment from Jesse James Doty
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Hello Carol, this is a great way to view those who have passed before us and, who continue to touch our lives. I love this four-line piece and the way it moves through the mind as I read it. We have all lost those who are near and dear to us and, this gives us the opportunity to thank them for the joy they brought to our lives.
Have a wonderful day, Carol.
Jesse

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 30-Jul-2021
    Hi Jesse

    So kind of you to stop by and brighten my day. Mike's anniversary is approaching and I tend to dwell on it at times. This came to mind this morning and I felt I needed to share it. Thank you for reading and reviewing and for all your kind thoughts.

    Smiles, Carol
reply by Jesse James Doty on 30-Jul-2021
    Good afternoon, Carol.
    I am glad you remember him fondly and for the great times, you shared together.
    Have a great upcoming weekend,
    Jesse
Comment from Sally Law
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A beautifully penned and illustrated four line poem. This one stirred my heart and memories. Lovely presentation in short verse poetry, dear Carol. Sending you my best today as always and best wishes for the upcoming contest,
Sal XOs

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 30-Jul-2021
    thanks, Sally

    My thoughts were on Mike this morning as I know his anniversary is approaching. Even though he's in a far better spot, I miss him so much. Thanks for the kind words and review.

    Smiles, Carol
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
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We all have someone we've lost, and those words fit them all. But the words come from your heart, Carol, we know of your losses, and share your grief. This is poem is just so lovely. Good luck in the contest. It's a winner in my mind. Love and hugs, dear friend. :)) Sandra xxxx

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 30-Jul-2021
    Good afternoon...

    Hope you had a wonderful celebration with the family. And my Happy Birthday song was off-tune but sincere. LOL

    Mike's anniversary date is approaching and I was thinking of him when I saw the contest. I don't expect to win, but it felt good to share my thoughts.

    Smiles and hugs, Carol
reply by Sandra Stoner-Mitchell on 30-Jul-2021
    I know, those anniversaries soften over the years, but they never leave us. And they shouldn't either. I'll never forget those I've loved and lost, and I'm so looking forward to the day we meet up again. Keep that in mind, my friend. You will hug him again. Love and hugs back. xx
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2021
    Thanks!
Comment from Ric Myworld
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Yes, those memories keep all who have gone on before us alive in our hearts and minds, letting us enjoy yet another smile or sweet thought. Then, it's time to step in line and take our place, to follow. The cycle of life, the joys, and the heartaches. Thanks for sharing.

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 Comment Written 30-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 30-Jul-2021
    I bet you thought the poem was about you. LOL, You are forever in my heart, but you don't get first place.... And neither one of us had better be eager to get in that line of saying goodbyes.... I'll get past this next week and be able to move forward and smile again. In the meantime, it's your job to keep me laughing.

    Smiles and hugs, Carol
reply by Ric Myworld on 30-Jul-2021
    No, I never thought the poem was about me. But, if we live long enough, we face many losses and none are ever easy. Smiles and hugs to YOU! Ric
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2021
    i was just joking, mister. Far too serious for me today..
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2021
    I know have a greasy egg splattered all across my face... I should never try to be funny.
    sorry!
reply by Ric Myworld on 30-Jul-2021
    LOL. I think you do funny as well as you do everything else. But sometimes, people drop a tack in your shoe just to make you have to hop. Have a wonderful weekend!
Comment from barbara.wilkey
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Our lost loved ones always live in our hearts. I enjoyed reading your contest entry. You said a lot and used only a few words. It takes me 80,000 to say anything. LOL Thank you for sharing and good luck with the contest.

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 Comment Written 30-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 30-Jul-2021
    I am the same, Barbara. You will never know that it took me all morning to finally make this work and then I struggled between "you live again" or "love lives again". Condensing isn't my specialty. LOL

    Thanks so much and have a great day! Smiles, Carol