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Comment from Bill Schott
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This story poem, Talking with Mom, reflects a gift of sweet memory which allows you to continue your real-time communications with she who gave you life.

 Comment Written 26-Feb-2024


reply by the author on 26-Feb-2024
    Thank you for your review, I appreciate it.
Comment from Madeleine Mardis
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WOW, Sandra, I love this poem! Am so glad to have read it! Such a beautiful message, and it touched me deeply. I had a dream about my mother, she was lying next me in bed, it was only a year or two after she died, she was wrapped in white like a mummy and was talking to me on the phone and I said "Mom, you're dead!" And she responded like she was a little embarrassed for having forgot that, it was like, "tee hee, oops!" What a great, inspiring and happy poem, it radiates love! Maddy

 Comment Written 26-Feb-2024


reply by the author on 26-Feb-2024
    Maddy, Thank you for your review, I appreciate it. It sounds like your mom was a fun character also.
Comment from Debra White
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Hello Sandra,
I enjoyed reading your poem.
It is well written and relatable.
I'm sorry for the loss of your mum... It is a comfort to dream of our passed loved ones. I dreamed of my grandfather the other night - he was stood on my lawn smiling at me but disappeared as I approached him. The dream woke me, but I felt oddly peaceful.
Good luck in the contest.
Best wishes, Debra :)

 Comment Written 25-Feb-2024


reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
    Thank you for your review, I do appreciate it. I do enjoy when I dream of her. I have only dreamed of her twice, But I think of her every day. Hope you have a good day.
Comment from royowen
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Isn't that wonderful? A message from beyond, it's amazing but somehow our loved ones can still get a message of hope and promise from beyond this time and space we live in. Beautifully written, blessings Roy

 Comment Written 24-Feb-2024


reply by the author on 24-Feb-2024
    Thank you for your review and kind words. I just wish I could dream of her more often. But I think of her all the time. I hope you have a good night.
reply by royowen on 24-Feb-2024
    Maybe you?ll join her one day
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
    Yes indeed I will, As Jesus as my savior. The bible says to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.
reply by royowen on 25-Feb-2024
    Well done
Comment from CrystieCookie999
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This poem was a lovely reminder that there is more to life than meets the eye, and our spirits have an eternal substance. I liked reading it. I am not sure how meeting for lunch works in the next heavenly realm, but someday we will get more information, I'm sure.
Little fix on punctuation:
She was visiting with her mom,, dad and family.
I would take one of the two commas out after mom and put one comma after dad.
So many people you just would'nt believe.
change to wouldn't

 Comment Written 24-Feb-2024


reply by the author on 24-Feb-2024
    Thank you for your review and kind words I appreciate it. I did go back and make the changes you suggested. Thank you.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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I am sorry for your loss, losing someone is so final and the thought of never seeing them again is devastating. Dreaming about them is a comfort to us a fine post and I can identify with your words, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 24-Feb-2024


reply by the author on 24-Feb-2024
    Thank you for your review I do appreciate it. I just wish I could dream of her more often. I hope you have a bless night.
Comment from Wendy G
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A lovely conversation with your precious mother, and she is right. Those who are in the presence ofJesus are really home, in their forever and eternal home, where there is no grief or sadness, just sharing His love and glory and peace.
Wendy

 Comment Written 24-Feb-2024


reply by the author on 24-Feb-2024
    Thank you, Wendy for your review and kind words. I do appreciate it. I have only dreamed of her twice since her passing. I know she is home. I do miss her and can't wait to see her again. Hope you have a Bless day.
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
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My mum died ten years ago, and I really, desperately miss her. You think your mother will be here forever and it's a shock when they die. Your poem is lovely, and a fabulous story in a poem. I lost my youngest brother four months ago, and it's nice to think he is now with our parents and relatives.

I like the way you have written this, just like sitting down and having a real conversation. Perhaps you were. We know nothing about what goes on when we drift into a really deep sleep. Well done, and good luck in the contest. :)) Sandra xx

 Comment Written 24-Feb-2024


reply by the author on 24-Feb-2024
    Sandra Thank you for your kind review, I do appreciate it. I very seldom remember my dreams, but this one was as real to me as if I were on the phone with my sisters. I had to get up at 3 o clock in the morning to wright it down. The brain is a funny thing.
Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill
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My mom passed in August, and I still miss her. I am glad she is with my dad and others she loves. She sure deserved the rest. We have to do with our memories till we get there too. Have a great weekend. Karen

 Comment Written 24-Feb-2024


reply by the author on 24-Feb-2024
    Karen, Thank you for your review. I am sorry for your loss. It has been almost two years for me and I still miss her so much. I thank God we spent almost every Sunday afternoon with her.
reply by Karen Cherry Threadgill on 24-Feb-2024
    :-)
Comment from Michael Cassar
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A poem written from the fluidity of love. It is a heartfelt poem lavished with a great deal of real life experiences. One senses the urgency of visiting, hampered by practical issue, namely the absence of transportation. Another element is added to the poem, mum's urgency to leave. She must meet with other family members who now awaits her. A caring sad poem that highlights the writer's closeness with the departed family members.

 Comment Written 24-Feb-2024


reply by the author on 24-Feb-2024
    Thank you for your review and kind words. I do appreciate it. Yes we were close I went to her house every Sunday after church.
reply by Michael Cassar on 25-Feb-2024

    Mothers have a way of capturing our hearts and attention