Visitation Day
Visiting my daughter in prison36 total reviews
Comment from harmony13
The author's words are engaging, heartfelt, sad, descriptive and creative.
Thank you for the author notes - I was glad to read this happy note! The
poem flows and connects well. Addiction can be so painful as the author
states throughout these words. Nomi, I am so sorry to hear about the loss
of your daughter. May she rest in peace. Have a good weekend!...Maria
reply by the author on 08-Jul-2023
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The author's words are engaging, heartfelt, sad, descriptive and creative.
Thank you for the author notes - I was glad to read this happy note! The
poem flows and connects well. Addiction can be so painful as the author
states throughout these words. Nomi, I am so sorry to hear about the loss
of your daughter. May she rest in peace. Have a good weekend!...Maria
Comment Written 07-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 08-Jul-2023
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Maria, thank yo so much for your kind expressions. As a family we are doing our best to move on. We pay extra attention to try and make sure that no other snakes are able to sneak in and ensnare our younger and more vulnerable members.
Comment from jacquelyn popp
This is beautiful and heartfelt poem that you wrote. I enjoyed reading it. May God rest her soul. I can feel the ache and sadness in your poem when I read it by the words that you use. Your poem flows with perfection and is well written. I am glad that the children, now adults, are doing well and had no issues because of the difficult situation. The author's notes are appreciated. Thank you for sharing your wonderful poem.
reply by the author on 07-Jul-2023
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This is beautiful and heartfelt poem that you wrote. I enjoyed reading it. May God rest her soul. I can feel the ache and sadness in your poem when I read it by the words that you use. Your poem flows with perfection and is well written. I am glad that the children, now adults, are doing well and had no issues because of the difficult situation. The author's notes are appreciated. Thank you for sharing your wonderful poem.
Comment Written 07-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 07-Jul-2023
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Thank you for your generously supportive comments. Please believe me, they are appreciated.
Comment from Iza Deleanu
Leaving the expectation or against. We alone are putting barriers against our desires letting the fears to take us over. Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.
reply by the author on 07-Jul-2023
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Leaving the expectation or against. We alone are putting barriers against our desires letting the fears to take us over. Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.
Comment Written 07-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 07-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much.
Comment from Rachelle Allen
May G-d rest her soul.
And may these children that she bestowed upon you and your wife bring you joy forever.
I could feel your ache in all the words you chose for this beautiful poem. I'm so glad I was able to read this today. It is poignant and made my heart ache for you. But the Author's Notes gave me hope.
Send you nothing but love and hope today. xo
reply by the author on 07-Jul-2023
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May G-d rest her soul.
And may these children that she bestowed upon you and your wife bring you joy forever.
I could feel your ache in all the words you chose for this beautiful poem. I'm so glad I was able to read this today. It is poignant and made my heart ache for you. But the Author's Notes gave me hope.
Send you nothing but love and hope today. xo
Comment Written 06-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 07-Jul-2023
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Thank you. Your generous offering of compassion is genuinely felt and accepted.
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xo
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Thank you for sharing the notes and poem, nomi.
-I am very sorry about your daughter.
-It is unfortunate that certain people feel they
can prey upon others and ruin their lives.
-However, I am glad the children, now adults,
are doing well and had no issues because of this
difficult situation with their mother. I'm sure
they were blessed to be in your home, and
I am glad your daughter got to spend time
with them and was a positive influence.
-I can't imagine writing this poem, and I
hope it has helped you by sharing it.
-Too many people have similar stories.
-The images show your raw emotion-
"She was quick to realize,
My smile was not for real, the truth I could not disguise."
-I am glad that she found someone to share her life
with and they had a child.
-Sorry isn't a good enough word to express the
emotion of what you had to go through losing
your daughter and her husband.
-You end the poem with a poignant question
that touches our hearts.
-Know that many thoughts and prayers go with you.
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2023
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-Thank you for sharing the notes and poem, nomi.
-I am very sorry about your daughter.
-It is unfortunate that certain people feel they
can prey upon others and ruin their lives.
-However, I am glad the children, now adults,
are doing well and had no issues because of this
difficult situation with their mother. I'm sure
they were blessed to be in your home, and
I am glad your daughter got to spend time
with them and was a positive influence.
-I can't imagine writing this poem, and I
hope it has helped you by sharing it.
-Too many people have similar stories.
-The images show your raw emotion-
"She was quick to realize,
My smile was not for real, the truth I could not disguise."
-I am glad that she found someone to share her life
with and they had a child.
-Sorry isn't a good enough word to express the
emotion of what you had to go through losing
your daughter and her husband.
-You end the poem with a poignant question
that touches our hearts.
-Know that many thoughts and prayers go with you.
Comment Written 06-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2023
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Thankyou for empathizing with the attendant emotions that this poem stirs up within me. I never set out to write this poem. I had a brief thought about waiting outside to get in. Once the poem got started, it completely turned into what it finally became. All the memories about the difficulties in just getting to see her, the pain of leaving without her. Then there was the joy we felt, the celebration of when she was released. I cannot go on as I am bout to become overwhelmed once again. I apologize.
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You are very welcome. I appreciate your reply, and there is no need to apologize for your feelings. Were these recent events?
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No the deaths occurred in 2005, and although they were not really related, they were eually tragic.
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Thanks for sharing, and I am sure they were tragic. I always hear people say your child shouldn't go before you do. Take care, and I hope it was helpful for you to share it.
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It was and thank you so much for your kindness.
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I'm glad it was helpful, and you are very welcome. The least we can do is share kindness.
Comment from w.j.debi
This is a poignant tale. To watch your daughter struggle must have been difficult. That you took her son and foster daughter and raised them is admirable. They had a good start in life and you helped them continue it.
Thanks for sharing this personal story.
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2023
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This is a poignant tale. To watch your daughter struggle must have been difficult. That you took her son and foster daughter and raised them is admirable. They had a good start in life and you helped them continue it.
Thanks for sharing this personal story.
Comment Written 06-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2023
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Thank you for your support. I appreciate your comments.
Comment from LateBloomer
Nomi, my condolences to you on the loss of your daughter. No parent should ever have to bury a child. This poem must have been difficult to write. A piece of your heart has been left upon this page forevermore.
Of special note:
Visitation day at her gravesite, no longer do rules apply.
(Such a high price was paid.)
Nomi, you and your wife and good parents, grandparents, and foster parents. Those left in your care have been blessed. Although you have suffered the greatest loss ever, you and your wife have much to be proud about.
Well done. Today you wrote something brave. Sincerely, Margaret
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2023
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Nomi, my condolences to you on the loss of your daughter. No parent should ever have to bury a child. This poem must have been difficult to write. A piece of your heart has been left upon this page forevermore.
Of special note:
Visitation day at her gravesite, no longer do rules apply.
(Such a high price was paid.)
Nomi, you and your wife and good parents, grandparents, and foster parents. Those left in your care have been blessed. Although you have suffered the greatest loss ever, you and your wife have much to be proud about.
Well done. Today you wrote something brave. Sincerely, Margaret
Comment Written 06-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much your eloquent remarks touch not only my heart, but the hearts also of my entire surviving family members.
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You are most welcome. Margaret
Comment from GWHARGIS
I'm so sorry. You should never have to bury your child. I'm so sorry this happened to you and your wife. But you stepped up and cared for these children. You did see your daughter step into the light and that had to have helped. This was beautiful and heartbreaking. Gretchen
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2023
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I'm so sorry. You should never have to bury your child. I'm so sorry this happened to you and your wife. But you stepped up and cared for these children. You did see your daughter step into the light and that had to have helped. This was beautiful and heartbreaking. Gretchen
Comment Written 06-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much. Your compassion is on full display and it is completely appreciated.
Comment from Roxanna Andrews
I'm so sorry for your daughter's death because of drugs. They are such a curse, so hard to beat. Friends who get friends addicted are not friends at all and should go to prison for it. I'm so glad your grandson and foster child are doing so well. That is God's reward. Visiting a child in prison would be heartbreaking. This is a very well done poem.
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2023
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I'm so sorry for your daughter's death because of drugs. They are such a curse, so hard to beat. Friends who get friends addicted are not friends at all and should go to prison for it. I'm so glad your grandson and foster child are doing so well. That is God's reward. Visiting a child in prison would be heartbreaking. This is a very well done poem.
Comment Written 06-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2023
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Thank you very much. Your compassionate statements are very much appreciated and welcome.
Comment from Mary Vigasin
I can hear the sadness in your words. I am so sorry for you and your good wife. At the same time, I admire you and your wife for carrying on and raising her children. It sounds like you raised exceptional adults.
Best wishes
Mary
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2023
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I can hear the sadness in your words. I am so sorry for you and your good wife. At the same time, I admire you and your wife for carrying on and raising her children. It sounds like you raised exceptional adults.
Best wishes
Mary
Comment Written 05-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2023
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Thank you for words that uplift my spirits and warm my heart. I appreciate your comments very much.