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She Lived, Shared, Loved

Sweet cherub, she lived for travel, laughs and smiles, to offer hope, joy. We shared proms, Native art, double dates, dreams, theater, happiness. She loved River Dance, snow ball fights, horses, Merlot, Richard Gere, me. Porcelain doll with fair skin, Elaine shed tears, gave happiness. Gentle heart, soft voice, she welcomed sunrise with bliss, meditation. Heaven bound, she dwells in a place with no illness, just peace and love. *June 4, 2014

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Elaine George

Date: 7/4/2014 7:14:00 AM

Very touching sijo, Carolyn. Moved me to tears. bfn Lainie

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/3/2014 10:25:00 PM

Glad to see this on the list, Carolyn. One that should be enjoyed by all. congrats.

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 7/3/2014 6:12:00 AM

Very touching and heartfelt write, Carolyn, congrats on the win

Joseph May

Date: 7/2/2014 7:21:00 PM

A heartfelt write Carolyn ...congrats on your win..

Casarah Nance

Date: 7/2/2014 6:38:00 PM

Aww lovely :) hugs xox

Pandita Sietesantos

Date: 7/2/2014 4:02:00 PM

Hi Carolyn, congratulations on a well-deserved great win! The imagery is magnificent! Beautiful write! Kindest regards.

Paul Callus

Date: 7/2/2014 1:49:00 PM

Very lovely and touching remembrance of someone very close to you. It's a winner in the sentiments that are shown here. Take care. // paul

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 7/2/2014 1:43:00 PM

Brilliant take dear Carolyn ! Beautiful sijo deserved sure win ! Big Congrats //Upma//

Lucilla Carrillo

Date: 6/7/2014 3:56:00 PM

This is a great tribute to this lady. Thanks for sharing... Lucilla

Joe Maverick

Date: 6/7/2014 3:53:00 PM

Such a poignant write you have created in a wonderful tribute here Carolyn, pleased I stopped by..'

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 6/6/2014 10:05:00 PM

This must be that treasured friend who just passed away. it's so sad and you have used the sijo form beautifully to honor her.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 6/6/2014 5:16:00 PM

Reads like a winner in Deb's contest..Great memory and honor to Elaine..Thanks for stopping by..Sara

Barbara Gorelick

Date: 6/4/2014 1:02:00 PM

So sorry my dear..A great friend is hard to find. Wish she could read your poem..perhaps she can..BG/LNC

Robert Lindley

Date: 6/4/2014 9:23:00 AM

A lovely and loving poem my friend.. A beautiful tribute that is a true gem!!!! BBBBravo!!!

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 6/4/2014 10:36:00 AM

Dear Robert, I will start reading and commenting on poems again when the pain of losing Elaine eases a bit. You have been generous with your comments and I want you to know that I have noticed and appreciate them.

Michael Wegman

Date: 6/4/2014 6:42:00 AM

Carolyn, this brought tears to my eyes...how utterly splendid in three ways. 1) Poetically...a precious use of cherished words and sentiments; 2) how wonderful this person gave of herself to another's life in such profound ways; 3) how impactful that her life touched yours in such meaningful ways that you write here and now about that touch. Thank you for sharing. I am moved.

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 6/4/2014 10:31:00 AM

Thank you so much, Michael. I just learned of Elaine's death Tuesday evening, so I have been thinking about all of the good times we shared and how special a friend she was. She touched many lives with her joy, love and kindness. Everyone who knew her loved her. Your comment means more to me than you might ever know.

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 6/4/2014 5:13:00 AM

Heartfelt tributes you paid to Elaine. You ought to be very close to her, Carolyn

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 6/4/2014 10:37:00 AM

Dear Dr. Ram, I've had to cancel all of my appointments this week as the pain of losing Elaine has been overwhelming. As the pain eases, I will be able to read and comment on poems again. Right now I'm having trouble concentrating. Thank you for reading.