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Not Posting For a While

Due to health of Dad, I will not be posting new poems for a while. Things are going downhill fast.... I will still read other poets when time permits. Quality time spent with him is more important at this time. I do appreciate all of you for your support on my scribbles and for the warm welcome that has been given me. If you pray, I will ask for prayers for all involved. Thank you ahead of time.

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Debra Squyres

Date: 7/25/2012 6:53:00 AM

7/17: Daddy passed from this world into the next....today walking on streets of God with Momma. How we will miss them both.

Debra Squyres

Date: 6/22/2012 10:02:00 AM

6/22 update: We are in a transitional state with Dad at this point. Amazed that he is still with us...confusion worsens as does his health. Only God knows the when and why...accepting God's grace.

Debra Squyres

Date: 6/7/2012 8:50:00 AM

6/7 update: Dad eats little and drinks less and less. Sleeps mostly at this point. Some meds had to be removed...we are on a day to day journey now, waiting for God and Daddy to agree on his "time".....

Gwendolen Song

Date: 3/31/2012 2:06:00 PM

Sending my warmest wishes along the way, Debra..you are a dear!! Love, Gwendolen

Debra Squyres

Date: 3/31/2012 12:26:00 PM

Update: My daddy is doing about the same but getting weaker as the days and weeks go by. I did loose my father-in-law (Dad) on March 28th after a breif battle with cancer and alzheimers. No time to really morn his passing with Daddy in the shape he is in.....much prayer and writing out memories has helped though. Thanks again for all the prayers.

Phyllis Babcock

Date: 3/21/2012 9:39:00 AM

Sorry about your dad and my prayers are with you. I just had news this morning that my father in law is not good. He has had alzeimers for quite a few years. Anyway they asked my husband this morning which funeral home he wanted to use so I gather things are not good. Also lost 2 more people this week a cousin who was like an aunt and a family friend. love phyl

Debra Squyres

Date: 2/25/2012 12:37:00 PM

Once again..thanks to all for the prayers. I'm finding that not writing is hard. So I am writing when I find time....and when inspiration drops by to visit.

Christopher Bunton

Date: 2/22/2012 7:29:00 PM

Praying for your family.

Nette Onclaud

Date: 2/22/2012 5:35:00 AM

dropping by to send you and the family more light and prayers for the complete recovery of your dad, debra... keep the faith! :) huggs!

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 2/21/2012 9:59:00 AM

so sorry to hear of your Dad's health issues Debra.. will light a candle for him in Rome this week luv.. prayers and good vibes sent to u from Calabria, Italy luv.. stay strong for him.. please keep in touch to let us know about his progress ..

Debra Squyres

Date: 2/20/2012 9:38:00 AM

UPDATE: Dad is holding his own right now. Hospice has really helped with keeping him comfortable. Good and bad days and nights. Balancing act to keep excess fluid from building up around lungs and heart and not dehydrate him. With dementia, it's hard for him to understand what he needs to do...he can no longer reason things out. Just lots of love and hugss...and major patience. Thanks for all the prayers and concerns...God Bless

Suzanne C. Goudreau

Date: 2/20/2012 7:47:00 AM

You are missed here on poetry soup dear Debra! Huggssss...

Suzanne C. Goudreau

Date: 2/20/2012 7:46:00 AM

Dear Debra, So sorry to read that your dad is not doing so great. My prayers are with you during this difficult time. You are strong and have tons of courage and you God will watch over you and your dad. Thank you for your kind reviews on my page dear friend. Take Care of yourself and keep us posted ok?

Nette Onclaud

Date: 2/20/2012 6:39:00 AM

how is your dad, debra... and how are you?? dropping by to say you are missed! :)huggs!

Maureen Lefanue

Date: 2/18/2012 3:09:00 PM

Dear Debra, Thank you for your kind comment. I will keep you and your Dad in my prayers daily. God will give you comfort and strength. God bless you Sis, Love, Maureen

James Rasmusson

Date: 2/17/2012 7:01:00 AM

Debra, your comment about my poem "Loneliness" is a poem in the making itself. Thanks for taking time out to read my poem and all the best so far as your Dad is concerned. ~Jim MeanderthalMan

James Rasmusson

Date: 2/16/2012 6:38:00 AM

Debra, I'm glad you enjoyed my 'Fruits of Loneliness' poem but sad to learn about your Dad's failing health. Hoping and praying you and your family are given strength in these challenging times. ~Jim MeanderthalMan

Carol Eastman

Date: 2/14/2012 8:43:00 AM

I'm sorry for your Dad's health problems...My heart and prayers go with you... I lost my mom not long ago... I hope it doesn't come to that with your Dad... God Bless.

Bl Devnath

Date: 2/13/2012 8:56:00 PM

I pray to God for your father's early recovery along with all the Soup members and I believe that he will be well with in short time. Loved always, bl

James Marshall Goff

Date: 2/13/2012 12:38:00 PM

Debra.....I remember 6-yrs. ago when my Pop whispered to me on his death bed to take care of Ma for him......rough times for sure....God Bless You.....jimbo

Taylor Thompson

Date: 2/13/2012 9:07:00 AM

Hope all will be well with him.

Kash Poet

Date: 2/13/2012 8:41:00 AM

Thanks for reading my poem.Hope your Dad is better.Wish him a quick recovery.

Laura Breidenthal

Date: 2/9/2012 4:41:00 PM

We will surely have him in our prayers and take good care. I wish you high spirits and rapid healing for your father. Always, Laura

Elizabeth Wesley

Date: 2/7/2012 1:08:00 PM

Hi Deb, So sorry for your sadness and what you and your dad are going through. Just do what you need to as he requires your presence and we will be with you but miss you too. Take care dear friend. LOve, Elizabeth

Robert Johnson

Date: 2/6/2012 2:32:00 PM

Since you won't be writing now. I'll say a word with solemn vow. While your away we all will pray. To send you love to find your way. In your time of need we'll plant the seed, of kindness in the garden. And when it blooms and sadness looms. You'll know your sins, he'll pardon. So with that ache there in your heart. Know that we all can feel it. And that we all will do our part. With sincere love within our hearts. And with a kiss, we'll seal it.

Debra Squyres
Date: 2/6/2012 7:27:00 PM

Your words touched me deeply...thank you. They came at just the right time too !!! God Bless !!