Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell

Excellent

This was so lovely, Judi. Thank you. I'll be 'talking' to him a lot for quite a while. But I know he's happy now, out of pain, free to do and go where he wants, no more wheelchairs. He's with our parents, and his dear late wife who died 25 years ago. I'm ashamed to say it's me I feel sorry for. I won't see him here any more. But, your poem does sound so like him and I know he'll be close by until we are all together again. Thank you, my dear friend. xxx

 Comment Written 18-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Thanks so much for your review and lovely comments. I didn't know Ian had lost his wife. He won't let you forget him. He will be close by and see you through this difficult time. Many of my relatives have passed away, but I still think of them frequently. judi

Comment from BethShelby

Excellent

This is excellent and Ian will be there in spirit and her all the good memories she has of him. I enjoyed reading this poem and I know it will be a blessing to Sandra as well.

 Comment Written 18-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Thanks so much for your review and comments. I got a message from Sandra after she read it. She believes he is happy now and out of pain and is reassured Ian will be close by. judi

Comment from Neonewman

Excellent

Absolutely, signs are everywhere. There is no denying that. I loved this wonderfully crafted piece in which you have honored Sandra's brother, Ian.
She is loved on this site.
God bless,
Steve

 Comment Written 18-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Thanks so much for your review and comments. Sandra's had her own personal health to worry about, but she is a determined writer. I know she takes comfort in the support she's getting from FS members. judi

Comment from nancy_e_davis

Exceptional

This is lovely Judi. Very comforting for some but when the loss is so close to Christmas you really aren't thinking about anything but the loss. I don't even remember last Christmas after the loss of my two children at Thanksgiving and Christmas. It's better this year I hope. We will see. We are still missing two at the table. Nancy:)

 Comment Written 18-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Thanks for your review and comments, and special thanks for the six-star review. Yes, Christmas will be especially hard for Sandra and her family this year. A lot of us share that in common, as you mentioned. judi

Comment from davisr (Rhonda)

Excellent

Oh Judi, this is such a sweet poem. I know it will be meaningful for Sandra, and I know it will be meaningful for anyone who has suffered the loss of a loved one.I certainly touched my heart.

Your writing style was lovely and flowed fro your pen as brilliantly as from your heart.

Hugs,
Rhonda

 Comment Written 18-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Hi, Rhonda, and thanks so much for your review and comments. I hope Sandra will be comforted by the poems she's received from FS members. judi

Comment from barbara.wilkey

Excellent

I agree Ian will always be there for Sandra. I know Sandra and her family are feeling the love and prayers lifted up by her FanStory family. I can't believe they are not. Thank you for sharing this with us.

 Comment Written 18-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Thanks so much for your review and comments. I know from my own experience how comforting the prayers and condolences from FS members are. They really are a great comfort. judi

Comment from Lea Tonin1

Excellent

Yes, absolutely right. She will feel his presence around her every time. She thinks of him or mentioned his name he will turn in smile upon her.
It's truly sad when a loved one goes home. But the sadness is for ourselves. Because we will miss our loved ones so very much. It's going home the other side you will be together again. Custom luck to her and her family. Good luck to you. In this fine entry. I hope you have a great and awesome day!

 Comment Written 18-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Hi, Lea, and thanks so much for your review and those lovely comments. That's what Sandra wrote to me--that she is feeling sorry for herself. I think all the poems from FS members will be a great comfort to her. judi

Comment from karenina

Excellent

Judi! I am so pleased you shared this for Sandra and the rest of us! It's everything I'd want to think of when grieving the loss of a loved one, written perfectly and from your heart!

Karenina

 Comment Written 18-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Thanks so much for your review and lovely comments. I lost my sister to a sudden heart attack several years ago. She was 10 years younger than me. I know what the loss is like. judi

reply by karenina on 19-Nov-2023

We never quite get over it...

Comment from Dolly'sPoems

Excellent

This is an endearing and warm post for Sandra in her hour of need Judi and I enjoyed your unusual embracing poem about the good memories we recall when someone dies. A pleasure to read Judi, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 18-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Thanks so much for your review and comments. I read what Sandra had written about her brother, and that made me feel like I knew a little bit about him. The holidays are such a sad time when you've just lost a loved one. judi

Comment from Daylily

Excellent

This is a beautiful posting written with compassion for Sandra and in remembrance of her beloved brother, Ian. It gives a positive message that I am certain is much appreciated by her at this difficult time.

 Comment Written 17-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Thanks so much for your review and comments, Daylily. The holidays are such a sad time when you've lost a loved one. FanStory members are always so supportive at these times, and I hope the book of poems will bring Sandra some comfort. judi