Locked

Creating magical glows.

Holding

Not wanting to let go.

Feeling

Stronger that I can explain.

Confusion

A pleasurable pain.

Openness

Wanting to share all that's inside.

Truth

No more secrets, no more lies.

Hope

Wondering what is to come.

Dread

Are our magical moments done?

Prayer

I will do anything for this man.

Daydream

You looking in my eyes, holding my hand.

Love

Is this a word used to soon?

Wonder

If said, would this relationship be in ruins?

Anticipation

Will I see his face today?

Thought

Picking the right words to say.

Waiting

I will let it go how it goes.

Calm

Willing to go with the flow.

Every time I read one of Nichole's poems, I am filled with such pride, yet at the same time such sadness. Proud of her ability to so vividly put her thoughts into words. Sadness that her life had to end so soon.

I speak from the heart when I say, there is no pain in this world like that of the death of a child. We as humans are hardwired to believe that we should never out live our children.

When I read about Nichole's confusion, sadness and pain, it causes me to feel such pain in my heart. Life is often times to short, none of us have any knowledge of when we will leave this earth.

Please don't let your loved ones find out about the feelings that you are struggling with, after you are gone. Then it is to late for anyone to help you. All we are left with are the same feelings that you may be feeling now, sadness, pain and confusion. However,we will never have the chance to speak to you about these feelings because you are no longer here.

I have to believe that you would not want anyone you love to experience all those confusing feeling swirling around inside you. Why would you want that for someone you love?

Please find someone in your life that you can talk to. Often times if you can just get these feelings out and into words, it really helps you deal with them better. Yes, I know we parents are so "stupid" and could "never understand" what you are going through. Believe it or not we were once young too, and felt the same way about our parents. It is so amazing how smart my parents became once I had my own children.

Please give us a chance, and if we don't "get it", keep talking to us until we do get it. As a parent I can tell you that there is nothing in this world I would not do for my children. I feel pretty confident saying that most parents in this world feel the same.

Please take a moment to vote. God Bless.