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(Message started by: thomas on Aug 3^rd, 2005, 7:25pm)

Title: The family tree
Post by thomas on Aug 3^rd, 2005, 7:25pm

When I was a child I marvelled at your stature and strength.

As I grew I explored and played on the ground near your roots, respecting your presence.

Later I began to climb in your branches, there was comfort there.

As I climbed higher and learned which branches were strong enough to support me, you gave me a new place to view the world from.

You changed with the seasons, and had a beauty that was unique to each one.

There was a period of time were I became indifferant and had more important things to do than to climb and sit in your branches with the wind slowly swaying me back and forth.

That didn't matter to you, you were still there when I needed you.

As I grew older and realized what was important in life, I would sit in the shade you provided from the sweltering sun and hold quiet, deep counsel with you.

And I began to notice the effects that time was having on you.

I always thought you would stay strong and straight, towering over everything else in the world, providing life, comfort and joy.

But now time has ravaged your body, but your soul and heart are still strong and pure.

Soon the tree will fall........ and all I will be left with are the memories.... plentiful as they may be, they just are not enough.

I sit in awe and wonder at all you have given out of love, never once asking anything in return, and am humbled by your heart and spirit.

I know you will find peace where you are going, you were a saint and angel here on earth and will be one of the brightest in heaven, of that there is no doubt.

There are many great people in this world who can never, through all of their accomplishments, touch a heart the way you have mine.

I love you Grandma and you will live on forever in my heart.

Hopefully I can still make you proud someday.

:'(

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by Grandma_Sweet_Boy on Aug 3^rd, 2005, 7:34pm

Thomas - what a beautiful tribute to your grandmother. Have no doubt my friend that she knows how much she is loved.

Carol

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by Jonny on Aug 3^rd, 2005, 7:46pm

Ah man :'(

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by Kevin_M on Aug 3^rd, 2005, 7:50pm

That's is certainly it Thomas.

Unconditionally seems the only way they know how to love.

wow

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by broomhilda on Aug 3^rd, 2005, 7:51pm

:'( You make her proud with every breath and every day...

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by nani on Aug 3^rd, 2005, 7:53pm

on 08/03/05 at 19:25:49, thomas wrote:

Hopefully I can still make you proud someday.

You just did. :-* [smiley=hug.gif]

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by Redd715 on Aug 3^rd, 2005, 7:54pm

Brother,

You were blessed to have had her in your life. That is very apparent. I'm sure she knows how you feel and I trust you will not leave anything left unsaid.

She, too was a very lucky woman to have had you for a grandson. All of us here know that.

If you ever need anything...please let me know.

Pegg

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by deltadarlin on Aug 3^rd, 2005, 8:48pm

Guess we're even now, you done made 'darlin cry.

Grandmothers are a special gift ane even though we may not get to have them as long as we would like, we still have those wonderful memories that nothing can ever take a way.

Take those memories, wrap yourself up in their warmth like a blanket on a cold winter night.

I'm so sorry.

carolyn

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by Woobie on Aug 3^rd, 2005, 8:58pm

:'( :'( :'(

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by Sean_C on Aug 3^rd, 2005, 8:58pm

I've been where you stand my friend, much love going out to all of you :'(

Sean............................ :'(

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by Charlie on Aug 3^rd, 2005, 9:05pm

Nice, very nice.

Most of mine weren't around for me but old Granda S. could make my day.

Charlie

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by Svenn on Aug 4^th, 2005, 1:21am

on 08/03/05 at 19:54:15, Redd715 wrote:

Thomas bro

Read what Pegg said here

It says it all i believe

I have tears in my eyes reading your thread

Svenn&Bente

*Pegg i just had to copy your reply bc it said it all*

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by LeLimey on Aug 4^th, 2005, 4:30am

Thanks for sharing that with us Thomas
from a very sniffy snivelly me
[smiley=hug.gif]

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by Frank_W on Aug 4^th, 2005, 6:50am

*tears*

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by Sandy_C on Aug 4^th, 2005, 7:39am

That was a beautiful tribute. I'm sure she knows how much you loved her. [smiley=hug.gif]

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by AussieBrian on Aug 4^th, 2005, 8:20am

Trees
(Joyce Hilmer)

I think that I shall never see,
A poem lovely as a tree.
A tree whose hungry mouth is pressed,
Against the earth's sweet-flowing breast,
A tree that looks at God all day,
And lifts her leafy arms to pray.

A tree that may in summer wear,
A nest of robins in her hair.
Upon whose bosom snow has lain,
Who intimately lives with rain,
Poems are made by fools like me,
But only God can make a tree.

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by ExplodingEyeBall on Aug 4^th, 2005, 8:25am

thomas...

That was awesome. I wish I could express myself that way.

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by Gator on Aug 4^th, 2005, 8:45am

:'( Beautiful, T. Just beautiful.

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by ghost62 on Aug 4^th, 2005, 9:22am

Well Thomas I can't think of any better way to state it than that. I have to add it must be wonderful for the both of you to have been blessed by each other. Thanks bro! :'(

Mike

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by Jasmyn on Aug 4^th, 2005, 9:57am

Thomas when my Granma died I was very privileged to be the last one she spoke to. She said something to me that I will never forget:

"It's my time now but remember I'll not be gone. I will always be with you because I love you."

I knew then that love is not bound by time or space.
Love is real life.

[smiley=hug.gif]

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by aprilbee on Aug 4^th, 2005, 10:02am

I lost both my grannys in one year...I know how you are hurting...hang in there.. [smiley=hug.gif] :-*

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by sandie99 on Aug 4^th, 2005, 10:04am

:'( :'( :'(

Thomas, I don't think you need to worry whether you made her proud or not. I'm sure that you did. [smiley=hug.gif]

Best wishes,
Sanna

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by thomas on Aug 4^th, 2005, 10:08am

on 08/04/05 at 10:02:46, aprilbee wrote:

I lost both my grannys in one year...I know how you are hurting...hang in there.. [smiley=hug.gif] :-*

I lost my other Grandma last August. :-/

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by aprilbee on Aug 4^th, 2005, 10:59am

on 08/04/05 at 10:08:21, thomas wrote:

I lost my other Grandma last August. :-/

sucks dont it?? :'(

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by Peppermint on Aug 4^th, 2005, 11:20am

:'(

[smiley=hug.gif]

Good words Thomas, good words to remind me how to appreciate those folks still living.

So sorry my friend!
Patty

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by Margi on Aug 4^th, 2005, 10:42pm

Carol and I are sending you hugs and prayers tonight, Thomas. We're with you in spirit. Know that.

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by thomas on Aug 6^th, 2005, 4:30pm

Not ready to let this die yet, sorry. :-[

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by LeLimey on Aug 6^th, 2005, 4:44pm

No problem Thomas, share a memory with us.
Id like to hear one please :)

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by minnie on Aug 7^th, 2005, 9:48am

Thomas my dear your words are not only beautiful
but a great reminder to love and appreciate those who's loving branches have protected us so lovingly.I will keep you,Gena and the rest of your family in my thoughts and prayers.gotta go somethings in my eyes making them water.......
minnie

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by Redneck on Aug 7^th, 2005, 6:16pm

[quote author=thomas link=board=general;num=1123115149;start=25#26 date=08/06/05 at 16:30:54]Not ready to let this die yet, sorry. :-[/quote]

It will never die bro. As long as we live and breathe she will be among us. Thinking of you. You remembering her.
Hugs from all of us. Thinking of you, yours, and her.

Jim & family

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by Ree on Aug 7^th, 2005, 6:16pm

Thomas thanks for showing us your heart. That was a beautiful tribute. Your gran is smiling down on you, checking into that big penthouse in the sky... She has left behind her wonderful legacy. You be well and remember when you get quiet listen for her.... love to you Ree

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by alienspacebabe on Aug 7^th, 2005, 6:19pm

thomas, you are in my thoughts....

how wonderful that you experienced such unconditional love... truly something to treasure!

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by sassy_lady on Aug 7^th, 2005, 8:27pm

You & your Family are in our Prayers.
Beautiful :'( :'(
Lots of Love & Prayers !!
Jolene & Family

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by thomas on Aug 8^th, 2005, 8:46am

on 08/07/05 at 18:16:46, Ree wrote:

She is not dead yet.

Title: Re: The family tree
Post by Ruth on Aug 8^th, 2005, 9:11am

Thomas
That was a beautiful way to share with us your love for you Grandma. I am so happy that she was there for you and that we are here for you to share with you, your feelings.

Ruth