Comment from aryr

Excellent

This was so beautiful it was heart breaking, Christine. The picture was also breaking my heart. I am so glad that Sandra and you have something in common. Grief takes time. Blessings n Hugs!!!

 Comment Written 15-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 15-Nov-2023

Hi Alie Thank you dear friend Your words are so nice
Hugs back Chrisxx

reply by aryr on 15-Nov-2023

You are so very welcome, Chris.

Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell

Exceptional

Thank you, Christine, I remember when you lost your brother, it was the saddest time for you, and I understand now more than I did then how painful it is. Thank you for this lovely poem, it really means such a lot to me. Your friendship and warmth has given me a lift. I know I'll miss him painfully for a long time, but I have to remember he is now with his late wife who died when their daughter was only 6 years old, (now 31) and our parents will also be there to welcome him home. Thank you, dear friend. xx Sandra. xx

 Comment Written 15-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 15-Nov-2023

Hi Sandra. What can I say, not a lot but know I feel how you feel as our brothers were so loved, and will be missed and we will always have their memories with us. And our friendship binds us together so we share that too
Hugs Cheers Chrisxx

Comment from Wendyanne

Excellent

So sorry for your losses Sandra and Chrissy. I can also relate as I have lost 2 brothers to suicide, one quite recently. It doesn't matter how old we are bereavement is always so painful. My heart goes out to you both. Such a lovely poem.

 Comment Written 14-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 15-Nov-2023

Hi Wendy Thank you and how sad for you also
I think my words can be for us all
Cheers Chris

Comment from nancy_e_davis

Excellent

This is just beautiful, Christine. The artwork and lovely message will comfort her today you can be sure of that. I know how she feels as well. The 16th will be the one year anniversary of the death of my 62 year old son. Then on December 20, a month after he passed my 63 old daughter followed. I know what grief is and I know she will appreciate your lovely poem. Well done. Nancy:)

 Comment Written 14-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 15-Nov-2023

Hi Nancy Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem and how sad for you also. Losing a child must be the worst thing let alone two
It is hard to express grief but poetry is a nice way to remember them
Sending a hug
Cheers Chris

Comment from Alexandra Trovato

Excellent

This is an excellent and beautiful poem for Sandra, Chrissy. Your words here will surely comfort her. I've lost a brother, too, and it is difficult but they are with us I believe that too.

With love,

Alex

 Comment Written 14-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 15-Nov-2023

Hi Alex
Thank you and sorry for your loss also. And yes my brother is always with me in many
ways. Cheers Chrisx

Comment from Bill Schott

Excellent

This is a lovely poem and sentiment that you have prepared for Sandra during this sad time. Losing a sibling is hard and takes away a part of us we will always miss.

 Comment Written 14-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 15-Nov-2023

Hi Bill Many Thanks and yes it is always hard losing a family member but richer for having them in our lives.
Cheers Chris

Comment from Pam (respa)

Exceptional

-Beautiful artwork and nice presentation, Chris.
-Thanks for sharing your notes. I think they
will go a long way in showing Sandra she is not alone.
-It is always hard to comment on poems that
come from the heart, but you do a great job
sharing about your brother and knowing
that Sandra's brother will always be in her heart.
-A lovely concluding verse, as well.
-Thank you for sharing it and being a part of the book.

 Comment Written 14-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 15-Nov-2023

Hi Pam
Many Thanks for your lovely review and six stars for Our Brothers and for the loss of all brothers Your review is most appreciated
Cheers Chrisx

reply by Pam (respa) on 15-Nov-2023

You are very welcome and deserving of the stars and review, Chris. It will mean a lot to Sandra.

reply by the author on 15-Nov-2023

Thanks Pam

reply by Pam (respa) on 15-Nov-2023

You are very welcome and deserving of the stars and review, Chris.

Comment from JSD

Excellent

A sweet and heartfelt tribute. It is lovely that you were able to empathise so successfully with Sandra, and I'm sure your well-chosen words are a comfort to her. x

 Comment Written 14-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 15-Nov-2023

Hi JSD Thank you for your review and I hope Sandra may know how her FS family also care
Cheers Chris x

Comment from royowen

Excellent

Yes, you would know how Sandra feels, having unexpectedly losing your dear brother Chris, I've likewise lost a brother to cancer a few years ago. This is a beautifully thoughtful and very touching, not to mention is superbly written, well done, blessings Roy

 Comment Written 14-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 14-Nov-2023

Hi Roy Thank you and yes no matter the circumstances we will always remember our beautiful brothers
Hugs and Cheers Chrisx

reply by royowen on 14-Nov-2023

Absolutely, well done Chris

Comment from Dolly'sPoems

Excellent

This is a special poem Christine and I know you have also suffered the same loss and you and Sandra have a similar grief and felt the emotion in your words here, love Dolly x

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 Comment Written 14-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 14-Nov-2023

Hi Dolly, Thank you and yes losing a brother is hard so I do know how Sandra feels and thought this may be appropriate
Cheers Chrisx