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"Still Born" Shh!! Mommy, quiet, quiet she is still sleeping Shh!! Mommy, quiet, quiet she is off dreaming Shh!! Mommy, before you wake her: “My baby sister!” Now look what you have done, you gone and woke her! Please, mommy do not tell her what you expect and will concur. She is silently listening to the unique secret found in every waking minute. Making movements, imposing that her dreams come with no limit. Shh!! Mommy, she is dreaming again, Waiting for another day to end, Hasting the way you count every minute before she arrives. Shh!! Mommy, she is not ready yet. She told me a secret when I press my ear near your nest. She is hesitating the moment for you to hear her newborn cries. She is not ready for you to count her fingers and look into her eyes. She likes it in your womb where it is nice and warm. She is in a dream protected by a place where angels swarm. ~ Dear: Mommy I fell asleep when you sang that beautiful lullaby.. Mommy, mommy, I’m ready to see her: “My baby sister!” I want to play with her- Is she everything we dreamed of. ~ I’m sorry mommy, I do not understand why you cry! I was not there when the angels woke her without saying goodbye. Mommy, why did God call and take her home? Mommy, I am still here, please do not feel alone. Shh!! Mommy, do not cry no more. Mommy, please wipe those tears and show me how to be brave. Mommy, stop, listen, and feel her smile and wave. She will always listen, when you visit her grave. Hi, mommy, why don't you stand by her grave anymore? Mommy, I see you weep no more. Mommy is she no longer asleep nor in dreams? Is she in a better land with no trials and deems? Mommy, now I see everyone’s heart is clear, and no longer stillborn. Mommy, now life must go on, and in it, we will always have time to mourn. ** One more thing, mommy thank you for holding my hand, I am just a sibling, who needed time to understand. by;PD ((for contest))

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Date: 4/19/2020 11:59:00 PM
Wow Linda, Rambling again in my favourites list, and came across, this most powerful of poems,,You are so unique, 'A cut above' I wonder as i write this, here in western Australia, exactly what you are doing at this precise moment, what ever it is, i hope you are happy,,,Not easy with the world in such a dilemma..What ever 'Please Stay Safe' and thanks for being there, for so many like me....
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Date: 1/9/2014 1:50:00 PM
I enjoyed reading this. it reminds me of one of my works. 'CRIES OF A MOTHER' i will upload that soon. Kudos dear *hugs*
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Date: 9/20/2013 5:22:00 AM
Hi, my everdearest sis! Good morning. I see you online. Good morning! Sending you biggest hugs & kisses. I'm logged in at soup while listening music. More hugs again. Hope you're doing well. lovem4evr, Leonora
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Date: 9/1/2013 7:53:00 PM
This is a heartfelt piece that many can relate to. You really know how to give the readers what they want, that 9 letter word called FANTASTIC!
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Date: 4/29/2013 1:02:00 AM
powerful electricity its a rare gift to project pure emotion, and thank you again.
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Date: 3/20/2013 11:31:00 AM
Linda...I'm with Red on this one, very moving..this is a tough read because I'm a softie...but it is written with such sensitivity and hope for the future. A beautiful piece from a beautifully unique perspective. ........love Ruby xxx
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Date: 3/3/2013 3:36:00 PM
Wonderfully imagined and very moving, Linda. Sad but beautiful.
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Date: 1/14/2013 7:20:00 AM
GREAT WRITE PD.PRECIOUS REMINDER!
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Date: 12/22/2012 2:00:00 AM
PD , I wish you Merry Christmas and a happy new 2013!! Jag
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Date: 12/21/2012 10:06:00 PM
This is very powerful, sad and somehow hopeful at the same time. I am moved by your words.
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Date: 12/18/2012 10:28:00 AM
Hi PD, here i am enos late, as usually, but what a joy to read this... this is so profound, so heartfelt,, awesome you are...
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Date: 12/3/2012 8:40:00 AM
This is packed with emotion. Amazing piece. You write great Linda; never stop! -- Sean
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Date: 11/25/2012 6:57:00 PM
Gee Pd, im just in awe of this work before me, i put myself in the place of the child and can see it all so clearly thru your words, and that one line, she is in a dream protected by a place where angels swarm, i love it, again im in awe, blessings, Carl
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Date: 11/19/2012 8:07:00 PM
Everything you write is amazing! Your blessed with such a talent! I so enjoy your works and appreciate your comments. Thank you for taking the time. Keep the pen handy, Andrea
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Date: 11/19/2012 11:59:00 AM
Hi, sis Linda! Nice to read this again before going to bed. Again, so much thanks for your visit today. Wow! You donated some of their artwork! that's great! I think you're sharing some with me, lol. i love anklets. lol. Well, thanks a lot! Good night my dear sis and friend! love, care & hugs, Leonora
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Date: 11/6/2012 3:52:00 AM
great lines you got up there,,,, I would say it's a winner,,, thank you for reading my words ;}
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Date: 11/5/2012 9:34:00 PM
This is a very touching piece!
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Date: 11/4/2012 1:51:00 AM
Going back again to this excellent piece, I'm pretty sure this is also a perfect one for declamation/speech contests! Great write from my greatest poet of mine! Hmmnnn,,, dramatic monologue and dramatic verse I think are the same...:) Thank you so much for sharing. love sisie-pooh, LG
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Date: 10/21/2012 12:02:00 PM
A very touching write... So sad but beautiful from a siblings point of view.
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Date: 10/17/2012 6:48:00 PM
My hearty congratulations on your win my dear friend PD! This is outstanding and I'm moved into tears when I read this. love, Leonora
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Date: 10/17/2012 3:59:00 PM
Wonderful and awesome piece,PD..Great job...Congratulations on your 1st place win in this contest......Very innovative...
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Date: 10/16/2012 8:13:00 PM
Dang your on a roll with all these wins! Great job! Tell me your secret so I can win too! Ha! Have a good day!
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Date: 10/16/2012 12:25:00 PM
Congratulations on your win in the "Unborn Babies Dream" contest P.D...... Love, Carol
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Date: 10/15/2012 11:47:00 AM
Many congrats PD on winning the contest, "Unborn babies dream" by Linton. Best wishes - Hitendra Mehta
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Date: 10/15/2012 11:06:00 AM
Linda what can one say except amazing! powerful, emotionally impacting & BIG HUGS [so many of us have lost a child..sigh] Congrad's Light & Love
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Debbie Guzzi
Date: 10/15/2012 11:06:00 AM
excellent page layout and the form you choice to present the story was perfect
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