What is love to those who grieve?
Is it a reminder that there is a pause
when inevitably our loved ones leave
and on our heart loss gleefully gnaws?
What is love to those who grieve?
Is it a shattered moment
where knees bend, broken
or a mixture of memories we weave
replaying past lessons spoken?
What is love to those who grieve?
It is a quilt of solace
that forgives the fear of the naive
until that same voice tenderly calls us.
A lovely tender interpretation of the prompt.
Appreciate that, thanks!
Well said Siobhan. If we havent loved then the grief doesnt effect us as much.
That’s so true about grief and love,thank you!
Very touching. Very human. Very true. Something about love and grief.
Appreciate that, thank you!
Very touching poem!
Thanks so much!
I love this so much!. It offers solace.
Still grieving the loss of my dad – this spoke to me. Beautifully crafted.
That means so much, thank you. Heartfelt condolences to you and your family.<3
“gnaws…shattered…broken” Yes, that’s grief and its effects. My mother and father loved my sister and I so much. It’s been almost ten years and it still hurts and we miss them so much. The greater the love, the greater the grief. Thank you for this poem!
I am so glad this poem touched you and thank you so much for your feedback. It’s true, we learn to journey with grief but it is an unwanted companion. My thoughts are with you.