I am looking for the poems to help ease the suffering and sorrow of family members left behind to deal with the death on a family member that was unexpected (car accident, drugs, murder, suicide etc...) It is so hard for families even when death is from a long or short illness, but when a family member dies especially a young person it is very hard to know the right thing to do or say. So having said this I hope this gives everyone an idea of what I am looking for in the poem.
Rules:
Must be uplifting
No foul language
If submitting a prewrite I would like a new stanza added to it. And it must fit the topic.
I will accept 1 prewrite and 1 new poem from each author.
Please be aware that I have had 3 death's that I am dealing with in 1 week. Please keep it uplifting and sensitive to the topic. In advance I thank those who have chosen to participate in this contest.
Rules:
Must be uplifting
No foul language
If submitting a prewrite I would like a new stanza added to it. And it must fit the topic.
I will accept 1 prewrite and 1 new poem from each author.
Please be aware that I have had 3 death's that I am dealing with in 1 week. Please keep it uplifting and sensitive to the topic. In advance I thank those who have chosen to participate in this contest.
Contest is Over
- Contest was judged on September 13, 2008
- Rewards: Gold: 500, Silver: 250, Bronze: 100, Honorable mention: 5 people
- Final notes: Thanks for entering and congrats to all
Contest Winners
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If you could see me now you'd dry those tears
where I am there's no more crying,by Talking Toni 45 lines, 17 comments, on Jun 18 9:49 PM 2008. In Spiritual, Hope, Sad
Gold trophy winner
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Oh Kelle my child, my precious one
harken now unto my voice,• Viewed by judge. Prewrite [remove] -
"The waters that choke and the gales that tear,
can never take away what the heart laid there
it just gives space for more to grow insteaby Avatar of Innocence 43 lines, 8 comments, on Jun 10 11:14 AM 2008. In Society, Hope, Contemporary
Honorable mention
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It’s such a nice place,
Where everyone’s wearing a smiling face• Viewed by judge. Prewrite [remove] -
They say angels can't join the army I say it isn't so• Viewed by judge. Prewrite [remove]
Silver trophy winner
Bronze trophy winner
Entries [78]
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i know that you saw me the day you took your first stepby earthangel33 53 lines, 4 comments, on Jun 10 10:04 AM 2008• Commented on by judge.
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by Inverted-Hearts 29 lines, 7 comments, on Jul 10 9:37 PM 2008• Commented on by judge.
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by HaleighGrace 29 lines, 10 comments, on Nov 2 8:53 AM 2006. In Sad• Commented on by judge. Prewrite
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I saw you
And I felt my heart breakby Cr187 25 lines, 1 comment, on Jun 10 12:48 PM 2008• Commented on by judge. -
She is cared for
Her Memory Goes On.• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
Look into the sky.
Tell me - what do you see?• Viewed by judge. -
for the broken and the weary and everyone in between,
carrying the world on your shouldersby dreamweaver08 42 lines, 2 comments, on Jul 10 12:09 PM 2008• Viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Laying serene, surrounded by family,..
Life changed forever, on this day.• Viewed by judge. -
he wears his red cardigan he has his blue shirt• Viewed by judge.
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When dark night knocks
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The longest moment I have known is the one that I was told.by WanderingOdyssey 56 lines, 1 comment, on Jul 26 10:43 PM 2008• Viewed by judge.
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the other day I found out
that you were no longer aroundby Jenny84 30 lines, 2 comments, on Jul 10 5:18 PM 2008• Viewed by judge. -
I stand before a hollowed grave, unable to keep back the tears Here I stand, my armor shattered and exposed spirt, as I try to remember what you'd sayby DomaYuset 18 lines, on Jul 10 6:43 PM 2008. In Spiritual, Goodbyes, Life, Hope, Nature, Friendship, Death, Dedication, Family, Love• Viewed by judge.
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A smile lights up the room, For I see your face,by Ignis Corpus 17 lines, 3 comments, on Jun 9 6:10 PM 2008• Viewed by judge. Prewrite
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Like the collision of distant stars coruscate
for all of times most choir chorus fate• Viewed by judge. -
A young, handsome man dies today.
He has left forever.by Voices of the Realm 60 lines, 2 comments, on Aug 6 8:16 PM 2008• Viewed by judge. -
Your presence, Made me smile,• Viewed by judge. Prewrite
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I'll never the cold January day,
When a man decided to play Godby Irisheyes35 44 lines, 5 comments, on Jun 2 12:32 AM 2008. In My life, Dedication, Loss, Spiritual, Personal, Love• Viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Can't you see me sitting
right across from youby Word Artisan 72 lines, 2 comments, on Jun 10 1:32 PM 2008• Viewed by judge. -
Shadow walked away
With receding waves• Viewed by judge. -
I've never seen your face
I never know your nameby nicknak1980 18 lines, on Aug 1 8:33 PM 2008• Viewed by judge. -
You may think I have gone but I am always here,
Just close your eyes remember me the images will become more clear,• Viewed by judge. Prewrite -
i see you in my dreams when im in bed
i see you in my headby Maeve 3 lines, 1 comment, on Aug 6 5:44 PM 2008• Viewed by judge. -
Its hours before the sunrise
On a dock by the waves rolling free.• Viewed by judge. Prewrite -
You think you are ugly You feel somewhat ashamed• Viewed by judge. Prewrite
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My friend Kristen Steppinbeck died of the flu over the weekend. I wish she was here with me to give me a hug I really need it goodbye kris• Viewed by judge. Prewrite
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The amazing brain of Samuel Cane
went to sleep one day in July• Viewed by judge. Prewrite -
You were the best, the most beautiful thing I've ever known; the one and only person I could tell my whole life to.• Viewed by judge. Prewrite
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It is never easy when a loved one leaves this reality but we can know that the person will forever• Viewed by judge.
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So im looking at this picture, its just of me and you My how I was thinner and you were shy cuz you were newby RomeoPierson 31 lines, 1 comment, on Jun 25 8:19 PM 2008• Viewed by judge. Prewrite
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if only just for me,
bring back that beautiful smile.• Viewed by judge. -
I wonder if any of the caterpillars• Viewed by judge. Prewrite
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For the craftsman must cut what he measures
And he is working with living stone• Viewed by judge. Prewrite -
I see past the last peaking rays of sun to
where you are coming to visit. Racing byby SilentMoonlight 27 lines, 3 comments, on Aug 19 9:09 AM 2008. In Teen issues, Happiness, Personal., Depressed• Viewed by judge. -
Oh when I feel these awful tears start coming to my eyes,
The bitterness it leaves in me because my loved one dies-• Viewed by judge. -
A poem by Me to She But I was in a Sea with Sheby Robertearlberger 145 lines, on Jul 27 12:28 PM 2008. In love• Viewed by judge.
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by MissStranger 25 lines, 4 comments, on May 25 1:56 AM 2006. In Hope• Viewed by judge. Prewrite
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You are happier
Than words can say.
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Johnny, please be watching
When it comes my time to go• Viewed by judge. Prewrite -
It's so hard to explain the feeling that comes with the pain, the fact that your no longer here, can make one feel slightly insane,• Viewed by judge.
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As I lay you down, for the very last time I know deep inside my heart, we will be fineby trace3grls 16 lines, 4 comments, on Jan 17 4:00 AM 2008• Viewed by judge. Prewrite
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I don't know if I can write here or not. Just looking at it, brings back so many memories, and wells my eyes with tears beyond control. What a great idea for a contest. I will try to come up with something, but can not promise you.
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I was reading contest and saw yours. I am so sorry for your loss. What a horrible experience to deal with all at once. Rest assured that heaven has taken them into its bosom and you will see them again. *rose
~ Joyce
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I understand your pain. It's truly hard to deal with the loss of a loved one. I lost my oldest brother, my youngest brother, my grand aunt and my youngest my son all in a matter of months. Still God knows whats best for me even when my weary eyes can't see. God bless you is my sincere prayer.
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Thank You!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks Melody!!!I am so honored!!! Gold and silver!!! Thanks again and glad that my poems could comfort in your saddest times...smile...love you...Toni -
I thought I would remove my genius poem from your contest as you do not strike me as a very intelligent person. I hope you are not offended, but in the last analysis I do not care 2 pence.
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