my grief

As the waves
roll softly across my feet,
I remember.

Images of gentle, gnarled hands,
that would always dry
my childish tears,
bringing faith back into
my world.

I miss you dad.

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Prompt: regret's shore
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30-40 words of Brilliance #27 by AutumnGypsy. 550 points, ended November 2, 2008, 11 entries
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AutumnGypsy
November 2, 2008

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This hit my heart with a thunderous crash, you wrote this beautifully well done. Best to you in the contest

katzeyez
November 3, 2008
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Thank you so much. Yes this came from the heart. I do miss my dad, so the gold means so much.
Katz xx

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