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My Last Wishes

Carolyn wrote a beautiful poem about a man carrying out the last wishes of his beloved and it inspired me to post my own last wishes.

 

Stand on a hill and scatter my ashes in the wind that I may truly be a part of the nature that I have loved; And after, whenever you feel the warmth of the sun, remember the warmth and the depth of my love for you. When you see the leaves of the trees dance merrily in the wind or see the Autumn wind chase them playfully along the ground, remember the joy with which I ran the fields with my dogs who were always my best friends. When you see the falling rain as it replenishes the streams and growing things, remember how I tried to nourish you in every way. Remember the things I tried to teach you, how I was there for you when you cried, were sick or in trouble. Even when you didn't want me or didn't know it, I was there. When you see the winter snow remember the snowmen we made every year when you were little and the warm hearth that was always there for you. Hear my laughter in the wind and the pitter patter of the rain. Feel the warmth of my love in the sun and know that I have loved you with all my heart. Love, Mom

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Date: 2/15/2017 10:10:00 AM
This is lovely and touching, Judy. With the passing of years I now tend to think more about these things, especially since most of my friends are passing away. #7 Regards // paul
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Date: 2/9/2017 7:05:00 AM
Beautiful yet sad...A heartfelt goodbye that stirs the emotions ...
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Date: 2/8/2017 1:52:00 PM
Oh, so beautiful, Judy. Having trouble holding back the tears. Whenever your children experience the beauty of nature, they will feel your presence in all of the ways you described. Be sure to show this poem to them. Always a 7, hon. Thank you for sharing this gem! Hugs, Carolyn
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Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 2/9/2017 11:57:00 AM
It's a good way to leave a lasting, positive message that your friends and family will think of often as they enjoy nature.
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Judy Ball
Date: 2/8/2017 5:53:00 PM
Thank you so much Carolyn. Glad you like it. I want this read at my funeral. God Bless, JB
Date: 2/7/2017 8:11:00 PM
Wow Judy, the beauty of your words brought tears to my eyes as I am sure it will, one day, to your children's eyes. A lovely gift to leave your children and friends. A fave for me. Hugs, Connie 7 ; )
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Judy Ball
Date: 2/8/2017 5:40:00 PM
Thank you so much Connie. Glad you like it. God Bless, JB
Date: 2/7/2017 8:10:00 PM
Hello Judy nice to meet you. I enjoyed your poetry. You wrote a lovely poem.I enjoyed reading it. Your mom was saying remember me wherever you look. I like your poetry.
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Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 2/10/2017 1:39:00 PM
My Shadow poem would be good for Halloween that is a good idea.
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Judy Ball
Date: 2/8/2017 5:35:00 PM
Thank you so much Darlene. So pleased you stopped by to read for me. Glad you enjoyed this. God Bless, JB

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