~
Life dresses
in many layers
as daughter
best friend
lover and
mother
but then
one by one
these sheets of life
are stripped away
until nothing’s left
but the bare core
the essence
the soul
flies
~
For Lia Daenen, co-worker and friend – Rest In Peace, sweetheart.
Figments of a DuTchess 
I am sorry for not seeing at first look that it is a dedication to a deceased friend… I understand your need to express your feelings about her passing.
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Sometimes words just keep turning around in my head, until I find a way to express them. Thanks for being here, my friend.
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Whatever helps Mar…. you can share whatever you feel like it. I am here to listen, and to read.
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*hug*
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A beautiful image to accompany your inspired verses.
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Actually it was the other way around: the photo triggered the words. Thank you, Paula.
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Thank you for removing the smiley… *hugs* Whatever came first, the result is well worth noting and sharing with us.
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This poem is a beautiful tribute to your friend Marion. Nicely done.
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Happy because she is no longer in pain, sad because she is missed. Thank you, Walter.
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What wonderful words for someone special!! hope you have a warm weekend!!
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And I hope the same for you, Lisa 🙂
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absolutely lovely….and touching i must say…
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Your compassion means a lot, Imperfectous. Thank you.
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You touched my heart – thank you for sharing this is beautiful!
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Lia was such a gentle and caring soul. Thank you so much for thinking of her.
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Such a powerful tribute. RIP, indeed.
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Thank you kindly for being here.
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too young and too early…….. Lia we will miss you
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We will all miss her, dear San *hugs*
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She’ll be with you…always. Lovely sentiments…beautifully expressed.
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That is a comforting thought, dear Hugmamma. May her family find strength in that.
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Absolutely beautiful, Marion.
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Gil, thank you so much for honoring Lia.
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Nicely penned. Eloquent, sad, true.
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Life can be harsh eh, Mike? Your words are appreciated.
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Life absolutely brings with it sorrow which is a guarantee for all of us. In the meantime, enjoy.
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The absolute best we can do, enjoy.
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Sorry to hear that, condolances. x
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Thanks, Karin. Again we meet in sad times x
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