Sweet Erika

Sweet Erika I miss not seeing you,
as often as I use to.

I may not tell you how much
I love you, like I use to.

You are my only Grand Daughter
and you are so special to me.

You are still cute as a button,
I am amazed with how grown up you are.

In a few short years you will become
a young woman, I may not live to see it.

Knowing that whatever you decide
to become, success will surely follow.

I want you to know, how proud I am
to be your Grandfather.

Written 4-17-11

Copyright © | Year Posted 2011



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Date: 5/2/2011 10:01:00 PM
I think Erica will treasure this gem one day!
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Date: 4/21/2011 7:32:00 AM
James great tribute for your Grand Daughter. Anne.
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Date: 4/20/2011 3:54:00 PM
Nice poem.
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Date: 4/20/2011 2:43:00 PM
Wonderful to see you celebrating the familiy bond here James, (good one)
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Date: 4/20/2011 12:01:00 PM
ooh, james a warm piece brimming with sweet nostalgia and love... though i don;t have a grand child , i feel this with you...superb! :) huggs, nette
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Date: 4/20/2011 9:45:00 AM
A very moving tribute to sweet Erika, James. You're so lucky to have her -- spend every minute you can with her! I hope you get to dance at her wedding and welcome your first great grandchild. Very uplifting poem, James. Much love, Carolyn
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Date: 4/20/2011 7:31:00 AM
So very touching...how sweet !!
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Date: 4/20/2011 6:59:00 AM
A stunning tribute to Erika James, I hope you share these wonderful writes with her :)
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Date: 4/20/2011 1:42:00 AM
A touching tribute to your granddaughter. She truly is fortunate to have such a caring Grandfather. Great work once again my friend. R.M.
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Date: 4/19/2011 7:13:00 PM
Erica is blessed by having you there as her "Grandfather". My children never knew my dad...but still dearly remember my mom. She will always treasure this write, and her dear grandfather. Wishing you and yours the best, James!! Mikki
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Date: 4/19/2011 6:24:00 PM
She is so blessed to have you in her life! You write so honestly from the heart. Thanks for your kind comments on My Conversion Story. I look forward to reading more of your touching words. Ellen <3
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Date: 4/19/2011 5:32:00 PM
A wonderful heartfelt write, I enjoyed the read. Caryl
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Date: 4/19/2011 5:31:00 PM
So sweet a write James.. grand daughters are to cherish and your luv for her sines in this piece .. very expressive my friend.. luv..
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Date: 4/19/2011 5:11:00 PM
Being a grandparent is the most rewarding privilege we have. We don't have the responsibility of the parents but all the joy of the love. Love, Joyce
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Date: 4/19/2011 4:48:00 PM
um to lovey duvey srry but true and by the way moonlight was not loving or warm it was making a point in reality
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Date: 4/19/2011 3:03:00 PM
Lovely feelings you have expressed for your grand daughter, James
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Date: 4/19/2011 1:53:00 PM
Erika will love this one, I'm sure. Love, Dave
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Date: 4/19/2011 12:30:00 PM
Erika is lucky to have you as her grandfather. Nice poem, James.
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