Your Caring Touch
A free verse27 total reviews
Comment from C. Gale Burnett
Your poem made me cry, tears for your brother-in-law and tears for his very loved wife. And, tears in remembrance of my dear mother-in-law who died after many years with Alzheimer's and my dear father-in-law who stood by and loved her much like Owen did for Billie
I love every stanza for each one offers exquisite detail and example of the love Owen had for Billie, what he gave, what he sacrificed. I liked all the 'you were's' for they were full of thought and creativity.
Truly beautiful!
Gale
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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Your poem made me cry, tears for your brother-in-law and tears for his very loved wife. And, tears in remembrance of my dear mother-in-law who died after many years with Alzheimer's and my dear father-in-law who stood by and loved her much like Owen did for Billie
I love every stanza for each one offers exquisite detail and example of the love Owen had for Billie, what he gave, what he sacrificed. I liked all the 'you were's' for they were full of thought and creativity.
Truly beautiful!
Gale
Comment Written 03-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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Gale, thank you for the gift of these six stars but more importantly the super validation if this work. my sincere condolences for you a dud spouses losses.
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You are very welcome :)
Comment from Regina Elliott
A sorrowful, and beautiful
story of devotion and love in
a long and happy marriage.
My late husband passed away at 59 unexpectantly, so
I know what loss feels like.
This is a loving and tender
story about an elderly married
couple still in love. Best wishes and warmest regards.
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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A sorrowful, and beautiful
story of devotion and love in
a long and happy marriage.
My late husband passed away at 59 unexpectantly, so
I know what loss feels like.
This is a loving and tender
story about an elderly married
couple still in love. Best wishes and warmest regards.
Comment Written 03-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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Regina, my sincere condolences for your loss,
Comment from Andrea Kepple
Wow. A complete story told through your poem. The ending fits though I wish it hadn't been such a sad ending. I wish you the best of luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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Wow. A complete story told through your poem. The ending fits though I wish it hadn't been such a sad ending. I wish you the best of luck with the contest.
Comment Written 03-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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Andrea, such is the end of life of such long and dedicated couple.
Comment from Mario PIERRE
I wish I had six stars to award you. But I have the power of one vote, and I'll exercise it right after this!! Beautifully constructed poem, solemn, sad and heartbreaking. But also heartwarming, when we discover the selflessness of that man!!
Great post!!
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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I wish I had six stars to award you. But I have the power of one vote, and I'll exercise it right after this!! Beautifully constructed poem, solemn, sad and heartbreaking. But also heartwarming, when we discover the selflessness of that man!!
Great post!!
Comment Written 02-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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Mario, thank you, Imtqke your virtual six of validation anytime.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
You did a great job, Mystery Author, with this heartfelt
tribute to your brother-in-law. Your words painted a true
picture of his love and devotion to his wife in sickness
and health. Your words flowed smoothly with instances
of internal rhyme and alliteration. The imagery was super.
I believe Billie knew Owen was gone, even with her health
issues, and died of a broken heart.
Thanks for sharing and best wishes in the contest, Jan
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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You did a great job, Mystery Author, with this heartfelt
tribute to your brother-in-law. Your words painted a true
picture of his love and devotion to his wife in sickness
and health. Your words flowed smoothly with instances
of internal rhyme and alliteration. The imagery was super.
I believe Billie knew Owen was gone, even with her health
issues, and died of a broken heart.
Thanks for sharing and best wishes in the contest, Jan
Comment Written 02-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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Jan, thank you.
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
This is a lovely poem of caring and sharing, of being two and yet one. That your brother-in-law could be so much to his wife is true love and companionship. It is not surprising that she followed him into the next life.
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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This is a lovely poem of caring and sharing, of being two and yet one. That your brother-in-law could be so much to his wife is true love and companionship. It is not surprising that she followed him into the next life.
Comment Written 02-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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Carol, thank you. I am sure that God has a special place I heaven for couples with such a union. I for one am banking it, after will my wife, Owens baby sister, has his DNA.
Comment from patcelaw
This is an absolutely wonderful poem about a loving couple. It touched my heart deeply, because my husband was the one who did all those things for me as well. When I was first in touch with him, he touched my life. He was the wind beneath my wings and I so much miss him today. Patricia
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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This is an absolutely wonderful poem about a loving couple. It touched my heart deeply, because my husband was the one who did all those things for me as well. When I was first in touch with him, he touched my life. He was the wind beneath my wings and I so much miss him today. Patricia
Comment Written 02-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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Patrica, my sincere condolences. thank you. I am sure that God has a special place I heaven for couples with such a union as yours and that of Owens. I for one am banking it, after will my wife, Owens baby sister, has his DNA.
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
It is so sad when you hear about this selfless man and all he did for his wife to make her life as safe and fulfilled as he possibly could. When he died and then she died so soon afterwards, perhaps this is the strongest indication of all of how totally invaluable he was as a husband and carer. As though the two hearts were interlinked and inseparable. Your verse is a wonderful tribute to a great man who couldn't feel prouder of your sentiments here. Thanks for sharing and good luck! Debbie
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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It is so sad when you hear about this selfless man and all he did for his wife to make her life as safe and fulfilled as he possibly could. When he died and then she died so soon afterwards, perhaps this is the strongest indication of all of how totally invaluable he was as a husband and carer. As though the two hearts were interlinked and inseparable. Your verse is a wonderful tribute to a great man who couldn't feel prouder of your sentiments here. Thanks for sharing and good luck! Debbie
Comment Written 02-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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Debbie, my sincere thank you. Owen was the poster child image of a devoted husband in every sense. I am quite sure that God must have a special corner in heaven for such devoted couples. I for one am banking on this to be so.
Comment from Ulla
Oh I so admire that. Thanks so much for sharing this wonderfully written poem about Owen caring for his wife, Billie who suffered fro Alzheimer's. It's such a a devastating desease. I can understand if he was exhausted. Kind regards, Ulla:)))
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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Oh I so admire that. Thanks so much for sharing this wonderfully written poem about Owen caring for his wife, Billie who suffered fro Alzheimer's. It's such a a devastating desease. I can understand if he was exhausted. Kind regards, Ulla:)))
Comment Written 02-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
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Ulla, thank you for your kind words of acknowledgment regarding this horrible disease. Owen was the poster child image of a devoted husband in every sense. I am quite sure that God must have a special corner in heaven for such devoted couples. I for one am banking on this to be so.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
65 years! Wow, that's amazing. I can't imagine loosing your life partner of 65 years, for better or for worse. Dementia is a pervasive illness. Excellent story poem.
Good luck in the contest.
Gypsy
reply by the author on 02-Jun-2023
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65 years! Wow, that's amazing. I can't imagine loosing your life partner of 65 years, for better or for worse. Dementia is a pervasive illness. Excellent story poem.
Good luck in the contest.
Gypsy
Comment Written 02-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 02-Jun-2023
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Gyspy, we are coming up on 40. Seeing 65 will be a strech for both of us. But if we can keep our wits about ourselves what the heck...we should go for it. 😊😊