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~ Patty ~ is a
58 year old woman from
Fort Myers,
Florida,
USA
"A wish changes nothing. A decision changes everything."
Hi ~ I'm a Jersey girl! I love to write, photography, laughing, having fun, exploring, learning, music, flying, comedy, theater, traveling, family and friends. Life is a journey, and I want to make the journey exciting, rewarding, but most of all...memorable! Want to be a part of it? Please take time to stumble through my pages, leave a comment if you are so inclined, and come back and visit or leave a message. Thanks for being a part of my stumble experience!
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Created
Nov 11
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Welcome to my world! Please feel free to stumble through my pages. I love to write, share my poetry/essays/quotes etc. I also love photography and graphics. I hope that while you are here, you will take your time to read my pages, and stop to say hello. I enjoy meeting new people...so take a walk through...and have some fun too!
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Created
Jul 26
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There is an empty chair
Along the park’s path
A place that seems so nostalgic
Against the world’s wrath
A place where I like to go
And think about you
Mostly I’m happy
But sometimes I feel blue
You left this world so suddenly
No goodbyes were said
I hope you knew the love I had
The words were in my head
I know that you loved me
Though words they did not come
In your time things weren’t spoken
Instead they were kept mum
You know that I think of you
Every now and then
And all the fun that we had
Those times, I remember when
I hope that where you are is good
And you are with others
Especially your family and friends
And even my sweet Mother
So Dad on your special day
I want to say I care
And that one day we’ll meet again
A place I do not fear
Happy Birthday to you
And I wish that you were here
But with this little poem I wrote
I hope you know I care!
I love you, Dad!
PrB
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Dedicated to my beloved Dad
July 26, 1921 - November 29, 1993
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Created
Jul 26
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There was always something about him,
That brought a smile to your face;
Sometimes it was what he said,
That seemed so out of place.
He made you laugh when you were sad,
He had a special way;
When you spent time with him,
It was a `special' day.
He loved to go fishing,
And many hours he spent;
With all the preparations,
We'd know just where he went.
He had his favorite fishing spots,
And if the truth be told;
He didn't always `catch' them,
His stories were so bold.
He spent much time with friends he had,
And pinochle was his game;
His friends, they would call him "Moe",
That was his `other' name.
He always teased them when they played,
He used to call them `dummy';
Then he'd wonder why I wouldn't play,
The game best known as rummy.
Friends he had so many,
They all remembered well;
Their friend and fishing buddy,
They liked to call him "Bill".
One day he went to breakfast,
And had his last meal;
Later on that day it hit,
He'd played his last deal.
He fought so hard, he hung on
He didn't want to go;
His heart, it went too many times,
This time it was the blow.
I often think about our days,
When we went out for fun;
But it didn't last too long,
He was always on the run.
I hope he knew just how I felt,
This man that I called "DAD";
And that I'll always remember him,
And try not to be too sad.
I say a prayer every night,
That in peace he lays;
Snuggled up right next to Mom,
For all remaining days.
PrB
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"I dedicate this poem to my beloved Dad ~ Bill who left behind a part of him in me, and a lifetime of memories. He was known as a "character" by his friends, and he is still missed very much. May his body be healed and his soul at peace. "
(July 26, 1921 ~ November 29, 1993)
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Created
Jul 18
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Perceptions
What do you see?
What do you think?
What do you feel?
Do you see what I see?
Do you think what I think?
Do you feel what I feel?
We are all the same,
Yet we are entirely different.
Don’t pretend to understand me,
Cause you don’t.
I am who I am
I can only be me.
Wishes and dreams can’t change that
Only I can.
I like who I am
It took a lifetime to get here.
I don’t intentionally hurt anyone
So don’t read into my words or actions
For something that isn’t there.
Instead, look into yourself
What is really going on?
You can’t be valued by others
If you don’t value yourself.
Life is too short to try to be someone, something you aren’t
It’s hard enough to be yourself.
Stop the tears, fears, games, moods.
Instead, live your life!
Be happy.
Do your best.
Don’t judge others.
Don’t assume to know everything.
Be kind.
Be gentle.
Be real.
What are your perceptions?
PrB 2007
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Created
Jul 18
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Life and Loss
We enter this world, helpless and vulnerable and we will most likely leave it in the same manner. From the moment we are conceived, our physical clock begins ticking and we know not when or how it will stop. The space in between birth and death we call life.
How do we face death? Maybe the question should be how do we deal with loss? Each of us must at some point in our lives deal with it. It could be a natural thing, a job, a friendship, a marriage, a dream, a thought, a loved one. Most losses, although difficult to let go of at the time, are usually short term upsets in our lives. We can learn about it, accept it, embrace it, grieve it, then move on... mainly because when things are put in perspective, some things just arent that important.
The loss that is most difficult to move past is that of a loved one. In my lifetime, I have been blessed to have many wonderful people participate in my life. Many of them have made a lasting impression, a major impact on me. Some of them were only in my life for a short time, others an entire lifetime. The amount of time you spend with someone is of no significance... it is the quality of those meetings that does. Somehow, the attitude of those that make an impact on us becomes a part of us. Similar to osmosis.
Getting back to loss. We hold on because we fear letting go. We fear that letting go means that we no longer care, that it will diminish our feelings toward that person. In fact, letting go permits us to expand our senses and gives us the ability to hold on in a different form. Those we care about are ALWAYS with us. They have already made an impact on our lives and so it remains. Yes, we may miss the physical contact, the conversations, the excitement of being with them. Our bodies are just the encasement for our spirit, our heart and soul. The significant part of each of us lies within. Much like receiving a beautifully wrapped present. As beautiful as the wrapping and trim may appear, the true gift is on the inside. The same with our relationships. We can appreciate and enjoy our friends/loved ones---but what we truly possess is the feeling that person has given us. Feelings are emotions and attitudes---and our contact with every person we meet evokes these feelings. It is what either draws us closer, or pushes us away. Those that push us away also impart some value. They make us aware of what/who makes us uncomfortable and what/who we want to avoid. Those that draw us closer create something within us that brings us back again and again. No one wants to let go of that feeling. In reality...it is when those feelings overcome us and we let them go--- we are sharing a part of us---as well as a part of those who gave us those feelings to begin with. So in a sense letting go isnt a bad thing ---difficult at times, yes, but it is a way of keeping someone we care about alive.
As we face difficult times, when we have to prepare to say goodbye to someone dear to us I pray that we can do it gracefully. We all have a process that we have to go through and for each of us it is different. Maybe we can make that process a little easier by remembering that the part of that person that has significance is still with us. The body is at rest and the soul has gone on to a place that only the heavens know. So my friend, take some time to remember, to cry, to smile--- but dont waste too much time doing that. Letting go will help you to get closer to the person you loved and allow you to become a part of them.
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Created
Jul 18
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I don’t know how to tell you
How special you are my friend
You have been there for me
On you I could depend
You came into my life one day
And really gave your all
Trying to keep me going
Not wanting me to fall
You gave me all you had to give
But nothing seemed to help me
My life it feels so empty
I want to make you see
I’m no longer happy
With anything I do
I know you try and do your best
Because that is you
I wish that somehow I could see how
My life will somehow change
But nothing seems to make me feel
Anything but strange
I don’t know how this started
But its getting worse my friend
I pray each night not to wake
And let it be the end
I’m sorry if this hurts you
Cause you are very kind
But I can’t seem to make a change
Within my own mind
So if you care then pray for me
And hope it helps me grow
Into a person who wants to live
And someone nice to know.
PrB
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(Just a poem on the dark side...nothing to be concerned about)
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Created
Jul 18
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You learn to like someone when you find out what makes them laugh, but you can never truly love someone until you find out what makes them cry." -
-- Unknown
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Created
Jul 18
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You just Have to love us JERSEY GIRLS!!!
(tHEY EVEN WROTE A SONG ABOUT US ... CLICK ON THE LINK ABOVE...)
I got no time for the corner boys
Down in the street making all that noise
Or the girls out on the avenue` cause tonight
I wanna be with you
Tonight i'm gonna take that ride
Across the river to the Jersey side
Take my baby to the carnival
And I'll take her on all the rides`
cause down the shore everything's all right
You and your baby on a Saturday night
You know all my dreams come true
When I'm walking down the street with you
Sha la la la la la laSha la la la la la la la laSha la la la la la la
Sha la la la I'm in love with a jersey girl
You know she thrills me with all her charms
When I'm wrapped up in my baby's arms
My little girl gives me everything
I know that some day she'll wear my ring
So don't bother me manI ain't got no time
I'm on my way to see that girl of mine`
cause nothing matters in this whole wide world
When you're in love with a jersey girl
Sha la la la...
I see you on the street and you look so tired
I know that job you got leaves you so uninspired
When I come by to take you out to eat
You're lyin' all dressed up on the bed baby fast asleep
Go in the bathroom and put your makeup on
We're gonna take that little brat of yours and drop her off at your mom's
I know a place where the dancing's free
Now baby won't you come with me`
cause down the shore everything's all right
You and your baby on a Saturday night
Nothing matters in this whole wide world
When you're in love with a jersey girl ...
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Created
Jul 18
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I don't want to be just a shadow in your life
I don't want to walk behind you, or anyone else for that matter.
I want to be by your side, holding your hand
Reaching for all that lies before us.
It would be so much better with you...
Life isn't meant to step aside and wait for the right time, situation or circumstances.
It is meant to be lived...to the fullest.
Shared.
Explored.
Spent.
Tomorrow isn't a promise, just a dream.
Yesterday can't be changed, it's just a memory.
We have today.
Let's make it our day.
So many days have slipped by, lost to us forever.
I need you to mend this broken heart and give it back its wings.
Otherwise, it will either fly away...or wither.
PRB 07-07
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