There are only a few messages to go before my boys thread (Eris' thread) has 1,000 posts on it and the baton goes to our lovely mate Lottie.
I just wanted to put this poem on that someone gave me many moons ago.
Come, take my hand, the road is long.
We must travel by stepping stones.
No, you're not alone, I'll go with you.
I know the road well, I've been there.
We must take one step at a time.
But remember we may have to stop awhile.
It is a long way to the other side,
And there are many obstacles.
We have many stones to cross, some are bigger than others,
Shock, denial and anger to start,
Then comes guilt, despair and lonliness.
It's a hard road to travel, but it must be done.
Its the only way to reach the other side.
Come, slip your hand in mine.
What? Oh yes, it's strong, I've held many hands like yours.
Once, you see, I had to take someones hand in order to take the first step.
Oops! You've stumbled, go ahead and cry.
Dont be ashamed I understand.
When you're stronger we'll go on, one step at a time.
There's no need to hurry.
Say, it's nice to hear you laugh. Yes, I agree,
The memories you shared are good.
Look, we're halfway there now; I can see the other side.
It looks so warm and sunny.
Oh, have you noticed, we're nearing the last stone and you're standing alone.
And look, your hand, you've let go of mine.
We've reached the other side.
But wait, look back. Someone is standing there,
They are alone and want to cross the stepping stones.
I'd better go, they need my help.
What? Are you sure?
Why yes, go ahead, I'll wait, you know the way, you've been there.
Yes, I agree. It's your turn, my friend -
To help someone else cross the stepping stones.
The poem just rang true about Eris' thread - just wanted to thank FMN for carrying on with this thread when she must have been at her lowest. xxxx