Aunt Babe
Bodies pressed tightly
into every open space
the chapel is warm
despite the bitter chill
outside
I see her…
the candles glow,
the flowers fragrant
She, in her lime Chiffon Dress
reminding us all of 1981
Lady Lexington
Blue Ribbons
and
the Michigan Horse Show
It is my turn to rise
to speak at the podium
I glance at her peacefully sleeping
she calms me, helps my heavy heart
Ninety Three years of life
My hope that she knows what
she meant to me
How much I love and miss her
My eyes spill tears
I take a deep breath
find courage in my voice
and honor her life.
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Thank you so much for this treasured award!
My Aunt would be so proud of me!
It is love’s song that keeps the heart beating!
-poetryroad
*I would like to nominate Roughwater John for next week!!
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poetryroad 
sad. reminds me of grandma.
love these lines:
Ninety Three years of life
My hope that she knows what
she meant to me.
beautiful piece
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yeah these words touched me too… I had a feeling like that about a lady who died in my family, I really wished I had just told her that I thought she was lovely… it wouldn’t have been the ‘done thing’ but in retrospect, who cares what is the done thing?! xx :] xx
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Your absolutely right, who cares what the “done thing” is. AND its never too late to honor someone!
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This came at a good time and gave me pause for thought. Tomorrow my nephew brings mys sister’s ashes from Australia. We will scatter them on the family plot.
I will read her a poem of farewell.
Thanks for your poem.
Harry
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Harry-thanks for sharing your sorrow with me. As a fellow poet I know that you will do your sister justice in your words.
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She must hear you! There is quite a volume of love in the energy of that verse! Beautiful! Cindy
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I truly hope she does as I miss her dearly. Thanks for stopping by!
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We are left with memories and these keep our loved ones near.
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Sad and amazingly familiar to all who have lossed someone
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bittersweet,
it is hard to let go when such things happen.
bless both of you.
love and peace.
what a divine piece.
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Thank you so much.
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Such a moving and beautiful poem. Stunning tribute, I am certain that she feels your love, I believe we leave impressions on each other’s souls, even when memories fade, they remain a part of us
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Thank you. I find that writing is such a great way keep memories alive!
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Your words carried your emotions in a very noble way… beautiful poem.
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Soulful narration…
Sad….
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A tribute of love ~~~
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A beautiful and touching dedication.
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Your words are dear, they hold the noble, diligent way to honor and love.
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This is wonderful, right from the first line to the last.
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This is a purely felt and exquisite tribute … one in which (I loved the photo) you share the essence of her spirit with all who read the poem. Your love is very evident.
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Touching, true feelings. But somehow we have to move on…
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I don’t know who is she but from your poem she is all to clear and known to me..Nicely penned!
Alcina
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Good touching remembrance piece. It speaks volumes and history which I think it’s a very beautiful way to convey the thoughts.
Keep it up!
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This is heart warming. Such moving in your emotions. nicely done
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Auch! Lovely poem… you know? I kinda saw myself there and imagined how will I feel when my grandma´s gone. Thanks for sharing!
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beautiful sad poem -very moving
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A very honorable poem… My grandmother passed away not long ago as well… Thank you for sharing this truly heartfelt poem.
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Very emotional poem. I really liked the last line too.
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Awww, how splendidly sweet and charming. 🙂
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perfect award post.
thanks.
well deserved.
🙂
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Wonderful tribute to a beautiful lady.
Thanks for sharing & congratulations on the award!
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this is a beautiful poem – I really enjoyed it. 🙂
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