The Blessing
I did not know you....
I never saw your smile Justin
or the way your lips would curve,
while the dimples on your cheeks
played games of hide and seek
I never heard your laugh
like a melody only the heart could hear
nor have I felt the warmth it brought so many
with it's contagious nature, a heartfelt melody
I never felt your friendship
never knew personally the lengths you would go to
to see a dear one smile, or lift their spirits
to keep them on the same angelic level as yourself
I never shared your tears
I was not one of the fortunate few to hold your hand,
or lend you comfort, when you needed it most
I was not someone you called on in your time of need
I never knew these things about you, or through you
never had the chance to;as you have left this world too soon
before my life had a chance be graced by such a wonderful spirit
But...
I knew the melody of your laughter
and how it brightened so many lives around you
I knew the way your smile illuminated the darkest rooms,
made the saddest of souls perk back to a state of joy
I knew you were loved by so many that called themselves friend,
mother, father, sister, cousin, aunt and uncle, and just basked in your glow
I knew that even in your saddest times, your dimmest hours
you lifted others, brought them to smiles; and tears
I knew you through a gentle spirit,
one liken to your own, and just as loved
I knew you through the one person, second to God,
that marveled at what a wondrous creation you were...
I knew you through someone that has touched me,
in the same way you touched so many
I share in your mother's sadness Justin
but mostly in her joy,
of having been blessed by you
Author notes
This poem was written for Justin Thomas Gin, who was taken suddenly from this world, too soon. Also for his mother Eva, who is as dear a spirit as they come. Though this may not erase her pain, I hope it offers some comfort to my friend. May Justin live on forever, through all he touched.
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an awesome and personal and such a sad poem, you made a great job of this, thanks for entering and good luck!
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Thank you so much. I had the honor of reading this write at this young mans funeral. I felt honored. He was a brightlight to all he touched. Thanks for the wonderful comment.
Blessed be,
Billie Jean
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At first I thought this would be about the boyfriend, but this kept captivated,it was awesome. and i hope that his mom gets comfort with your words and from Jesus too. This was fantastic.
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This I read at Justins funeral, and truly did feel his life was a blessingg to many. His spirit lives on, though he is within heavens gates. Thank you for the kind comment.
Blessed be,
Billie Jean
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This is beautiful Billie. You're amazing soul touches so many. I hope that Justins mom gets comfort from your heartfelt words.
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Oh, so beautiful a treasure to be able to give in such a generous heartfelt and warming manner. Nothing short of wonderful poetess. Well written/performed.
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this is nothing les than a masterpiece of eloquence, you speak to a mother’s heart with a mother’s heart, you soothe, you embrace, you incrust a tear of joy rather than a tear of sadness in the greyness of stone... touching, beautiful
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I merely wanted to soothe her heart, as I know the pain she went through all too well. I was honored to have read this at his funeral. To me it was anyway. She has had a tough time of it, but was surrounded by love, and it helped. Thank you so much for such a kind and tender comment.
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This poem is truly heartfelt and quite beautiful Billie. Your sincere touch is surely felt by the family, and their friends. I felt it and had no idea. My heart is filled at your loveliness, and huge gesture of goodwill. You are an angel and God shines on you for your giving nature and uplifting spirit. May you be blessed in the same way you share blessings.
Always ♥
Renee
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Wow sweetie, this brought tears to my eyes!!!! What a deeply heartfelt write... Your words are so pure, and emotionally touching. You are a poet in one of the truest forms, and you speak straight to the soul of your reader. Beautiful my dear!!!
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this was what I read at the funeral. I barely knew the boy, yet knew him so well through hhis mother's heart. Though it is tragic he left here so young, it is wonderful that he blessed this earth with his presence. Thank you hun for the magical comment. I am misty eyed remembering such a sweet soul. I rarely reread my writes after I post them, and your comment made me reread, and smile at how many people loved this dear soul.
Blessed be,
Billie Jean
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forgot these wee guys!
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this is utterly fantastic, this wasn't weepy, it was hopeful
it wasn't sickening, it was beautiful
i loved the messages in it,a nd it will comfort and inspire many, not only one person
i'm working on my poem for justin's family, and hopeuflly i can add my message along with this beautiful poem
well done, this is so touching
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Yes, a blessing this is...just as our children...
"I knew that even in your saddest times, your dimmest hours
you lifted others, brought them to smiles; and tears"
...and that is love - always to lift even when your own heart may be heavy. A beautiful poem, a gentle song to help ease your friend's sorrow... your words echo the melodies of this beautiful young man and the memories of his family. Arms around you for writing this... I can only imagine what Justin's mother is going through
~ Nicolette
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Niic,
Thank you so very much for the ttenderness of your words. The funeral was today, the viewing and rosary was last night. Her pain was nearly unbearable. My heart aches for her and all who held Justin dear. His light was a gift to this world.
I read this at the funeral for her, and her family, and could tell while there how adored he was. The sadness of this can never be extinguished, but it will ease in time. Thank you again my friend for your kind comment.
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Thank you hun. I tried my best, and hope that she gets some comfort from it. She is a sweetheart, and a good friend. Thanks for the comment.
Blessed be,
Biillie Jean
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