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For Phillip

I thought he would be
A spirit of me
Beautiful son that I bore

How could I see
There would be no key
To unlock the steel trap door

I knew in my heart
He would never depart
From the love that he would send

You were wrong, says he
You are not like me
And my soul shall never mend

In hope now I pray
There will come a day
When my son will rise from the gray

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Daniel Turner

December 27, 2016 at 5:15 PM

Congratulations for have your poem featured on the home page. At least he's good for something:) Great poem, Diane!

Diane Garcia

January 2, 2017 at 7:42 PM

Thanks Daniel! Haha!! Yes, he's good for somethings!! :)

Andrea Dietrich

December 23, 2016 at 5:25 PM

Awww, I can see your son is a real sweetheart from the loving and encouraging message I read that he left you below. The poem seems a bit sad and yet his words make me feel that all is well between you. Keep up your writing. You did excellent work in my contest! Welcome to Soup.

Diane Garcia

December 23, 2016 at 6:36 PM

Thank you Andrea...you are very kind! And thank you for the placement in your contest!! - I didn't expect to place at all. I am not a writer, I am a math person...I understand numbers and equations, not words. Despite the rocky road Phillip has built for himself, we have always been close, and now even more so. He is in the process of growing and somehow that has brought us even closer. Maybe we have more in common than I know. :)

Poet Destroyer A

October 25, 2016 at 2:30 PM

Diane,, Welcome to Poetry soup, I hope you enjoy the community. Here, you will find friendly poets who enjoy supporting one another. I myself, enjoy reading and commenting those who want to be read. The only time I give constructive criticism is when a poet desires it. However, if for some reason the poem is not my field I will guide you to someone who is more qualified than I. Stop by and read one of my poems if you like. My poems are not perfect, but I have a feeling you might like one. I encourage you to check out the contest page and read to receive comments. Tell me a little about your poetic skills if you like. It will be my pleasure to follow and read every poem you post from here on :) We are Lucky To Have you. Your New Poet Friend @-> LINDA <-@

Diane Garcia

November 1, 2016 at 10:36 PM

Thank you Linda...it is nice of you welcome me. Phillip says nice things about you. I haven't written anything since that first poem...but if/when I do I would be honored if you read it and offered suggestions. ????

Manmath Dalei

October 24, 2016 at 2:15 AM

Welcome to Poerty Soup. Good entry with a nice poem. Hope u will enjoy PS very much. Keep on writing..........//:) with love...........//Manmath

Diane Garcia

October 24, 2016 at 12:23 PM

Thank you Manmath...I'm new to writing and your encouragement is nice.

Phillip Garcia

October 23, 2016 at 8:24 PM

It's a beautiful first poem, mother, and I'm proud of you for both writing it and claiming it (and me) publicly. I know you'll find joy from writing poetry and I hope you interact with the many wonderful writers found on the site - much can be learned from others who, like you, seek a positive outlet for the myriad of emotions that come with life. I love you :)

Diane Garcia

October 24, 2016 at 12:21 PM

Thank you son...you inspire me in so many ways! Love you too!!

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