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Erika Renee

Erika Renee, my little child, you are growing too fast, seems like yesterday I held you in my arms, as I rocked you to sleep. I remember when you called me papa in such a cute little way and the enchanting smile you gave me and still do. I remember cute little things you used to say, like when I would say, let's go get some fast food to eat, you said, why not some slow food. I remember when you pretend to be a doctor, then you would say, oh, oh, I see some cat hair. I remember the day you were born and the first time I held you, how proud I was to be your grandfather. Yes Erika Renee, you are growing up way too fast, one thing is certain, I'm still proud of you. Loving you more each day my little sweet granddaughter, please don't ever change. wrote 2-19-10 for my granddaughter Erika Renee Foulk Born March 31, 1999 and will turn 11 on March 31, 2010

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Date: 4/1/2011 1:14:00 PM
Your love for Erika is genuinely moving, James. I bet you write many poems for her. Perhaps you could post a photo of her in a blog? LOVED her comment about wanting "slow food." Was it Art Linkletter who said, "Kids say the darnedest things"? Enjoy every moment you can with her. It sounds like you're very close. Love, Carolyn
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Date: 2/27/2010 6:21:00 AM
This is touching, James. As a super-senior I can enjoy your feelings. The little life is precious, whether in human or animal form. Love, daver
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Date: 2/27/2010 12:52:00 AM
Nice tribute ,a universal thought James we have two of our teenage grand daughters here with us for the weekend.Thank you for your welcome comments today.Rgds Brian
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Date: 2/26/2010 3:31:00 PM
What a delightful poem. My grandaughter, Claire Elise, is the same age...will soon be 12. I can hardly believe it, they grow in a blink of an eye! ~ Carrie
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Date: 2/26/2010 3:13:00 PM
My father was a one to be born 99..1899 lived until 1996 one month shy of 97 years. I have a grandson who was conceived on my father's month and day and born 1999. Those born in the 99 are always as old as that year until their birthday day so it is always easy to remember how old they are. I am glad to see you write of your love for this child...Keep the creative pen flowing. Sara
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