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My Son, Shawn

My Son, Shawn (1967-1999)

He never calls 
Doesn't write a letter
No longer praises songs I pen
His home is on Higher Ground now
He just visits now and then

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Eric Boddie

October 14, 2015 at 1:24 PM

I am so sorry for your loss....I cant imagine how your heart was tossed....but he is forever in your heart....just knowing that is where the true healing starts....;)

Joan Donnelly Ellis

October 16, 2015 at 3:20 PM

Thank you Eric for such a poetic comment.

Michael Tor

October 11, 2015 at 11:06 PM

Someday Joan you will be together again. You will feel his open arms someday. Very touching heartfelt poem Joan blessings your way. I'm sorry for your pain.

Joan Donnelly Ellis

October 16, 2015 at 3:19 PM

Yes that is true and I am patient. Thank you Michael