Shirley
Dunn
Perry
death
I know you are with me
a constant companion
you have taken my mother, father
and now my best friend
I want to be bigger than my grief
transcend the loss
make it into philosophical sandwiches
to serve with tea
I can only shout, shake my fists
my friend is dead
her body turned to ash
I weep
and bow my head
Photo: Spokane, WA
Sometimes it is better to wallow in your grief for awhile. It is truly wonderful that you can express your deepest feelings through your poetry. Love you.
Shirley, I’m so touched by this poem – it’s absolutely beautiful. You’ve been hiding your light, my dear. Many hugs, Susan
Shirley, I love this poem. You’ve captured my experience of grief. -Thank you
-Tracie
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