Visitation Day
Visiting my daughter in prison36 total reviews
Comment from jmdg1954
Nomi. Your poem took us with you on your visitations to prison and her gravesite. Your words allowed us to feel a part of what was going through you.
You and your wife raising your grandson and her foster daughter is a tribute to you both.
It was sad to read but I applaud you strength and courage to write.
John
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Nomi. Your poem took us with you on your visitations to prison and her gravesite. Your words allowed us to feel a part of what was going through you.
You and your wife raising your grandson and her foster daughter is a tribute to you both.
It was sad to read but I applaud you strength and courage to write.
John
Comment Written 05-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thank you John. Despite our increasing years of life, we are kept feeling young as we track the progression of her children and their children through life. We also have a son and another daughter, neither of whom have any children, darn it.
Comment from nancy_e_davis
This is so sad, nomi. I wish the authorities could get a handle on this drug problem and stamp it out. I know it will never happen. It has ruined so many lives and torn apart families. It is heartbreaking. I have a grandchild afflicted.
Well done. Nancy:)
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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This is so sad, nomi. I wish the authorities could get a handle on this drug problem and stamp it out. I know it will never happen. It has ruined so many lives and torn apart families. It is heartbreaking. I have a grandchild afflicted.
Well done. Nancy:)
Comment Written 05-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thank you for your sympathetic comments. I pray that your grandchild can be saved from this horrible condition that is threatening to destroy the human race.
Comment from Lisasview
Oh no Nomi,
This is so heartbreaking... To have such a loss in your life.
my baby sister, I am 13 years older than her was raped when she was 11 and became a drug addict.
In Hollywood, Ca.
It was the early 70's and there really was no help out..
She too was in prison and got pregnant. It is a very long story...my mother was told to use tough love but she did not...and, long story short while she was in prison for the last time and pregnant she gave up drugs!!'
Now she is 63 and all is well.
One never knows what life will hand them.
Good for you for taking care of your daughters children..
Lisasview, new to this site
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Oh no Nomi,
This is so heartbreaking... To have such a loss in your life.
my baby sister, I am 13 years older than her was raped when she was 11 and became a drug addict.
In Hollywood, Ca.
It was the early 70's and there really was no help out..
She too was in prison and got pregnant. It is a very long story...my mother was told to use tough love but she did not...and, long story short while she was in prison for the last time and pregnant she gave up drugs!!'
Now she is 63 and all is well.
One never knows what life will hand them.
Good for you for taking care of your daughters children..
Lisasview, new to this site
Comment Written 05-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thank you for your compassion. Some manage to escape the drug life, sadly some do not. My daughter had a certain trigger. Her husband revealed that he thought it was the failure in her chosen men to not disappoint her. Of course they all managed to fail her. There are no perfect men alive on earth.
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or women... right...but you did say he also passed? Was he a drug addict?
This is my first read of yours and I plan to read more...would you like to be fans so we can see each others work more easily?
Lisasview
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That would be wonderful. Her husband was not an addict, he was a veteran being treated for cancer.
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How terrible..two loses and their children...Yikes!!
Hey, want to be fans?
Comment from Jessica Wheeler
Nomi,
It is with tears streaming down, the that I humbly thank you for sharing this beautiful piece of writing.
I admire how you skillfully portrayed the contrasting experiences of the two visitations. It deeply resonates with me, as you know. You truly have a way with your words, each one is read with gentle, yet powerful sentiment- extremely captivating.
I was fortunate enough to first hear about your daughter through a comment you left a few months back on my piece about my sister, "Kelly's gone." Then your kind words on my recent post about Kelly yesterday only heightened my eagerness to read this.
Kelly and I were very close... I always felt and acted very maternal toward her. But she was not my child. And although the occurrences and circumstances between our losses are similar, I can't even begin to know the pain of losing a child. The strength displayed by your wife and yourself, both individually and together, is nothing short of remarkable and deserves immense praise.
I hope you know how much you honor your daughter by giving her children a loving home and advocating for them in her absence.
Your story is an absolute inspiration. Thank you.
Xo
Jessica
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Nomi,
It is with tears streaming down, the that I humbly thank you for sharing this beautiful piece of writing.
I admire how you skillfully portrayed the contrasting experiences of the two visitations. It deeply resonates with me, as you know. You truly have a way with your words, each one is read with gentle, yet powerful sentiment- extremely captivating.
I was fortunate enough to first hear about your daughter through a comment you left a few months back on my piece about my sister, "Kelly's gone." Then your kind words on my recent post about Kelly yesterday only heightened my eagerness to read this.
Kelly and I were very close... I always felt and acted very maternal toward her. But she was not my child. And although the occurrences and circumstances between our losses are similar, I can't even begin to know the pain of losing a child. The strength displayed by your wife and yourself, both individually and together, is nothing short of remarkable and deserves immense praise.
I hope you know how much you honor your daughter by giving her children a loving home and advocating for them in her absence.
Your story is an absolute inspiration. Thank you.
Xo
Jessica
Comment Written 05-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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I thank you so much for your very generously kind words. God bless you.
Comment from Sally Law
Yes, I know this sad story, unfortunately. Although Ive never taken drugs or jad a drink of alcohol, my vow to God by his grace, I have close relationships that have been addicted to both alcohol and drugs, and some that still are. A tender story written here and heartbreaking. My condolences in your loss.
I'm glad your grandson is doing well though. I'm so blessed to read about him.
Wishing for a six to offer today, dear Nomi.
Sending you my best today as always.
Sally :))
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Yes, I know this sad story, unfortunately. Although Ive never taken drugs or jad a drink of alcohol, my vow to God by his grace, I have close relationships that have been addicted to both alcohol and drugs, and some that still are. A tender story written here and heartbreaking. My condolences in your loss.
I'm glad your grandson is doing well though. I'm so blessed to read about him.
Wishing for a six to offer today, dear Nomi.
Sending you my best today as always.
Sally :))
Comment Written 05-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much. The compassion shown by you and other reviewers gladden my heart and lift my spirits to soaring heights.
Comment from Paul Manton
My dear friend, I cried when I read this sad story.
It must have been terribly difficult to write. The appalling crime of the person who got her onto drugs! He should be imprisoned on a whole-life term!
Your brave poem is full of fine writing - especially in repeated rhyme and assonance. Without quoting every line, I feel that the rhyming is very natural - both at the end of lines or internally - sometimes as fluent as a rap.
But it is the story that is so telling - and I am so grateful that you show us that the future is much brighter - that her children will be a beacon of hope in such a cruel world.
I will pray for her - and your whole family, Nomi.
Paul
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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My dear friend, I cried when I read this sad story.
It must have been terribly difficult to write. The appalling crime of the person who got her onto drugs! He should be imprisoned on a whole-life term!
Your brave poem is full of fine writing - especially in repeated rhyme and assonance. Without quoting every line, I feel that the rhyming is very natural - both at the end of lines or internally - sometimes as fluent as a rap.
But it is the story that is so telling - and I am so grateful that you show us that the future is much brighter - that her children will be a beacon of hope in such a cruel world.
I will pray for her - and your whole family, Nomi.
Paul
Comment Written 05-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thank you Paul. Your kindness is heart warming and touches me deeply.
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Thank you Nomi.
I edited my typo at the end of the review.
Paul
Comment from Bill Schott
So sorry for the loss of your daughter, nomi. It is a testament to you and other family members that the next generation has been spared all that your daughter had to deal with.
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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So sorry for the loss of your daughter, nomi. It is a testament to you and other family members that the next generation has been spared all that your daughter had to deal with.
Comment Written 05-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thanks Bill, I appreciate your compassionate comments.
Comment from BethShelby
I was hoping this poem wasn't something from your own life, but I see from your notes that it was. It is nicely composed but sad. Parents never know what might confront them when they bring a child into the world. Drugs are so addictive and they take a toll on families. I glad things seem to going well for your grandson and foster child. It hurts to lose a child and it would be hard to let go of that kind of pain.
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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I was hoping this poem wasn't something from your own life, but I see from your notes that it was. It is nicely composed but sad. Parents never know what might confront them when they bring a child into the world. Drugs are so addictive and they take a toll on families. I glad things seem to going well for your grandson and foster child. It hurts to lose a child and it would be hard to let go of that kind of pain.
Comment Written 05-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thank you. It is even tougher because her son has her face completely. Looking at him is almost like looking at her. Fortunately he is much stronger and not likely to seduced by drugs.
Comment from Alexandra Trovato
I'm sorry your beautiful baby girl grew and was led in this bad way. I pray she is resting eternally in God's Loving Safe Arms. May the children she left behind continue to do well with their own families..God bless them and God bless you and your wife too.
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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I'm sorry your beautiful baby girl grew and was led in this bad way. I pray she is resting eternally in God's Loving Safe Arms. May the children she left behind continue to do well with their own families..God bless them and God bless you and your wife too.
Comment Written 05-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thank you for your compassion. It does not hurt as much now as it did in the beginning, but it does still hurt.
Comment from Jesse James Doty
Your story within a poem was so well written and believable to the end. From visiting her in prison to visiting her grave site you told this true story with passion and I feel for you and your daughter. She couldn't shake her addiction to the drugs and she and her children paid the price. But at least her children grew up to be model citizens and haven't turned to drugs or alcohol and you raising them with your wife is a wonderful thing for both of them.
Thanks for sharing this heartbreaking story!
Jesse
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Your story within a poem was so well written and believable to the end. From visiting her in prison to visiting her grave site you told this true story with passion and I feel for you and your daughter. She couldn't shake her addiction to the drugs and she and her children paid the price. But at least her children grew up to be model citizens and haven't turned to drugs or alcohol and you raising them with your wife is a wonderful thing for both of them.
Thanks for sharing this heartbreaking story!
Jesse
Comment Written 05-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thank you Jesse. Your compassion is heartwarming, and very much appreciated.
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I can feel your compassion as well.
Your kindness shines through as a beacon of caring forgiveness.
Jesse