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I started writing poetry as a young boy, actually they were lyrics to melodies I would invent, performed before the captive audience of Mom and Dad, who were, at least outwardly entertained.  Let’s face it, if you can’t please a loving family it’s probably not a good idea to take your show on the road.  I started writing poems in high school for English and Lit. classes and through college, some for courses, some for loves, and some---just because.  Sold some lyrics for ads and had some writings published.  Then life struck—marriage, family, work, and I didn’t write another poem for years, well, maybe a few.  Then just over a year ago I was searching for inspiration for a eulogy because a friend’s Dad had died and my search lead me to Poetry Soup and the fine poets who reside here.  I have learned more here than in all of my English and Literature classes combined.  I can think of many names that have been particularly inspirational but truly it is the whole—this creative melting pot…Poetry Soup---Thank You


 

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Kids
Blog Posted:3/17/2013 9:53:00 AM

 

Remember to embrace every stage...Thank for the beautiful post @[115599335143695:274:Joy of Mom]!
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  1. Date: 3/19/2013 9:21:00 AM
    Penned so perfectly. I like this little poem.

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  1. Date: 3/18/2013 10:48:00 AM
    This is such a great reminder, because time does fly way too fast, and those memories are bittersweet. Thanks for sharing, Craig

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  1. Date: 3/18/2013 10:01:00 AM
    Mine have grown up too fast...yep...my youngest is 8 so I guess I've got at least some childhood times left.

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  1. Date: 3/18/2013 8:56:00 AM
    Loved it... Mine is 'all growed up'.

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  1. Date: 3/17/2013 11:41:00 PM
    Very sweet, Craig!

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  1. Date: 3/17/2013 9:27:00 PM
    Craig, today's a very nice day in asking and remembering all the hugs and love... cuddles cuddles to my young ones. Today, my daughter has grown more than before... how I wish I could carry and give her them piggy back rides... he he maybe when she's done having the baby... you are so sweet... for posting a poem, that brought a quick tear or two,,always~ PD

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    cornish Avatar craig cornish Date: 3/18/2013 9:47:00 AM Block poet from commenting on your poetry

    Watch the grandkids grow even faster!
  1. Date: 3/17/2013 2:00:00 PM
    Ouuuuuuuccchhhhh! Who wrote this beauty? Im not crying ... Im not crying ... Although Im so proud and happy with my dauther, I miss my little girl daughter. This is so emotive, Craig. Thanks for sharing it. (Are you the author?)

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    cornish Avatar craig cornish Date: 3/17/2013 4:11:00 PM Block poet from commenting on your poetry

    No, the author is unknown!
  1. Date: 3/17/2013 1:11:00 PM
    I got three teenage kids Craig.13, 14, 18, and yes I miss the time they were small and I could cuddle them..they were so lovable..thank you for this wonderful blog..

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    cornish Avatar craig cornish Date: 3/17/2013 4:13:00 PM Block poet from commenting on your poetry

    13,14 and 18--whoa, 13 and 14 are especially challenging if they're girls!
  1. Date: 3/17/2013 12:42:00 PM
    Just beautiful..Each time im so tired when my baby girl cries..i should remember these words..A pity one day she ll have to grow : )

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    cornish Avatar craig cornish Date: 3/17/2013 4:16:00 PM Block poet from commenting on your poetry

    It goes fast Charmaine
  1. Date: 3/17/2013 11:24:00 AM
    Hi Craig, yes our boys are 6'4' and 6'3 and through each stage of their lives they never turn and let you say goodbye to the previous stage from baby to toddler from toddler to boy, boy to teenager and up to man there is no goodbye in between they just seem to change overnight... hang on to the cuddles while you can..but I still do get them thank goodness..

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    cornish Avatar craig cornish Date: 3/17/2013 11:56:00 AM Block poet from commenting on your poetry

    Now it's from the grandkids
  1. Date: 3/17/2013 11:20:00 AM
    When young parents reach the point of frustration, this poem is such a reminder to cherish the moments while we can. Lovely thoughts today!

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    cornish Avatar craig cornish Date: 3/17/2013 11:59:00 AM Block poet from commenting on your poetry

    So true, but those supermarket tantrums !
  1. Date: 3/17/2013 10:16:00 AM
    This brought tears in my eyes Craig as I wish my boys were small again. This is beautiful and thank you for sharing. Happy St. Paddy's Day by the way. Hugs and luv, Gail

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    cornish Avatar craig cornish Date: 3/17/2013 11:57:00 AM Block poet from commenting on your poetry

    And a cheery St Pats to you!
  1. Date: 3/17/2013 10:05:00 AM
    Love this Craig, speaks to me in EVERY way. Happy St Paddy's to you, thanks for sharing this :D I'll soon be off to clean Verity's preshool--we do this as a family and it reduces our tuition... we only do it every 8 weeks, but it takes about 5 hours, so oye, so much for fun and frolic today, though my girl loves it since she gets to play with the school toys while my hubby and I scrub tables and mop floors... I like that she sees we are helping to care for her school and are involved... hope you and yours are well. Hugs Cyndi

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    cornish Avatar craig cornish Date: 3/17/2013 11:58:00 AM Block poet from commenting on your poetry

    I love the Donkey!
    MACMILLAN Avatar CYNDI MACMILLAN Date: 3/17/2013 10:06:00 AM Block poet from commenting on your poetry

    PS-- thanks for all your encouagement and kind comments. Your words mean so very much. PPS-- if wondering about my wacky avatar, read Su's 2nd Guess the poet blog.

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