Here is a collection of haiku in memory of Cheryl.
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You would make a moue When I did something silly. And your eyes would gleam. (George) |
Your eye dims to dark as if ash or'whelms the gleam. Twinkle remembered. (George) |
We would buy my clothes once a year. Except that one brown hairy shirt: Thanks. (Melanie) |
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Jolly ranchers in the cuisinart leading up to christmas cookies. (Melanie) |
There, from her wheelchair she tells of Mellie and George, radiant with pride (Anne Selman) |
Sorting Cheryl's books Lenin and Marx, so who knew? Closet communist! (Anne Selman) |
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Walk in the front door Home from the weekend away Let's catch up awhile (Tasha Cohen) |
The Silvis hot tub his friends, so loud, drink, splash, sing. She is so patient. (Anne Selman) |
Oh, Georgie, what now! Not a screwdriver in a socket! I'm your mom! (Anne Selman) |
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Melanie is three, leaning against Cheryl's knee. She's safe from the crowds. (Anne Selman) |
chorale admirer a presence reassuring mourning open fifth |
Red Sox are winning The Patriots are floundering Cheryl smiles through it all (Jim Hall) |
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Lovely church lady Smiling, but listen closely Both firebrand and elf. |
Each room in the house Dancing through for a blessing Joyful beginning |
After rehearsal, Hi, J-F, she says, smiling. Red Sox are ahead. (Jean-Francois Louis) |
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You so loved to bike. On a trike we went around. Please don't touch the brake! (George) |
Cheryl and her kids They filled her heart with such joy What a legacy (Elaine St Onge) |
Red Sox are winning The Patriots are floundering Cheryl smiles through it all (Jim Hall) |
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Swimming at Mashnee I built a water wheelchair And you went to sea (George) |
There once was Cheryl She is in my mem'ry now but so sorely missed. (Lynne Montross) |
I remember books Lovingly caressed in hands Cheryl's loving hands. (Rick and Lynne) |
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At library door - Helmet, spirit, smile Forever in our hearts (Patricia Garcia) |
Always a huge smile, with news about Mel and George. How is your daughter? (Linda Cundiff) |
It's in her eyes I always knew That she knew too (Francesca Mallows) |
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Deep caring patience eyes Reflected a calm soul Love big as the world (Laurie Budnick) |
The love permeates her ocean house monument. Her spirit blesses. (Linda Cundiff) |
Easygoing and joyful Lovely winter visit Will be remembered with a smile |
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Sailing on Petal Time for swimming just ahead Smiling joyously (Joan Louis) |
Walks in woods Sharing memories Preschoolers George and Emma (Melinda Long) |
Kids, Dads on the boat We walk and talk at sunset Mashnee holds you, dear (Diana Weinberg) |
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Many sweet days Talking, laughing, walking... SHOPPING! Peace (Barbara Silvis) |
Cape Cod so special Friends, family, food and fun She made it happen (Elaine) |
Long walks and many hours of time spent with friends on Mashnee Cocktails on the deck late hours talking with friends we have missed you and will miss you and your wonderful smile (MaryEllen Stentiford ) |
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boats on a river family reunited her smile lights her eyes (Dana Goin) |
Her trials with Georgie She was as stubborn as he And would not give in (Elaine) |
Mel's field of study George III pushes her wheelchair Adored by her kids (Kristen) |
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We're sharing Cheryl today and tomorrow too. Forever, with love |
Life or Death the Light is Always there in you (Bud) |
Cheryl - You were an amazing mentor and friend. Wishing we had more time...and lunches, golf games and cape visits ahead of us. (Melanie Green) |
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I only knew you Thru the light in George's eyes When he spoke of you. |