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A Mother’s Gift

Posted on May 14, 2017 by poemsandponderings

One of my first attempts at writing, and one that I repeat quite often  on Mother’s Day, or so it would seem. Happy Mother’s Day! A Mother’s Gift *** You filled a space no other could, you taught me always think the … Continue reading →

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A Mother’s Gift

Posted on May 7, 2015 by poemsandponderings

     Six years ago today my mother passed from this world and into God’s arms, and I miss her dearly. The following is a tribute to her and a true and honest testament of her teachings to myself and … Continue reading →

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Death Of A Stranger

Posted on November 25, 2013 by poemsandponderings

    I’ve been working on this one for most of the month, and each time that I read it, I change it. So I’m not going to read it again.. For a while.. It is very long, but I … Continue reading →

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A Mother’s Gift

Posted on May 12, 2013 by poemsandponderings

     My mother, Marie Downing, died on May 9th, 2009 just before Mother’s Day. I wrote this poem in her honor shortly thereafter. Every word of it is the truth. May she rest in peace amongst the angels.      I would like to … Continue reading →

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