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Rest in Peace Sweet Sister

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We who are left behind
ponder and weep for her.

We who still breath and move forward
stop and gaze in blank bewilderment.

The questions left behind resound
through the halls of humanity.

The answers held safely in the hands
of the One who knows all.

She is at peace now -
she is resting at His feet -
she is gazing at the One who is Beauty -
her questions now answered once and for all.

She calls down to us in love and joy
forgiving those who damaged her frame
thanking those who befriended her gently
loving forever those who touched her spirit.

She will never forget the gentle acts of kindness
the soft spoken words of encouragement
the never ending love of her family and friends.

She rests now in Spring meadows
her bed made of pink and yellow wildflowers
her coverlet the warm whisper of love.

Her life story will be forgotten
but her love will remain eternal.

Rest in peace sweet sister.

 

 

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In Memory Of Drexel Haskins who died tragically at age 45. I did not know her personally but we shared similar pains and struggles.

Image taken from http://www.glacier-national-park-travel-guide.com/images/yellow-pink-wildflower.jpg

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  • Lady Altheia
    April 13

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    Hoodwinked

    You have been hoodwinked once again. I thought your verses were beautiful and could have been out of a hallmark card. Congrats to you on the gold trophy.

  • Brother Bob
    April 13
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    Good

    nicd plesent
    Like it should be on a card.The mesage sis great. It is clear and true. It starts to get deep but just doesent get there.

  • Brother Bob
    April 13

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    VERY GOOD

    BALANCED AND VERY CLEAR iT IS LIKE IT IS ON A GREAING CARD iT HAS A NICE FEELING TOWARDPEACE AND TRANQUILITY.
    iT DOES NOT HAVE THE PENETRATING PUNCH.

  • this is absolutely breathtaking. thank you for entering it into my contest and i wish you the best of luck. viyanna rosemarie


  • Mademokid
    April 10

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    wow what a poem ... i like this alot ...

    my favoret lines are.......

    "The questions left behind resound
    through the halls of humanity.

    The answers held safely in the hands
    of the One who knows all.

    She is at peace now -
    she is resting at His feet -
    she is gazing at the One who is Beauty -
    her questions now answered once and for all.

    She calls down to us in love and joy
    forgiving those who damaged her frame
    thanking those who befriended her gently
    loving forever those who touched her spirit.

    She will never forget the gentle acts of kindness
    the soft spoken words of encouragement
    the never ending lov"

    grate write ... lol acturaly i like all the lines but thos are my favoret lol

  • poetrynovice
    April 10

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    Profound

    Profound, touching, emotional, and well written. In every word I feel your sadness and sense of loss.


  • Ealdwyne
    April 10

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    very nicely written. it is always hard to say goodbye to someone. all we can do is heal, and hope that they are at peace.


  • CountryCousin
    April 10

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    Beautiful one.

    I went to the funeral of an elderly lady yesterday who died of kidney cancer. Her children were grown and when she went downhill, it was fast. This piece reminds me of her too.


  • BonnieQ silver member
    April 10

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    Exquisite Tribute

    Oh, Sis, this is such an incredibly beautiful tribute for Ms. Haskins, certainly one that will lift up her surviving family. I didn't know her but I do know the emotions of loss. This would have lifted me to the stars and beyond. While I know it is not your intent, I feel this gorgeous tribute should be given the GOLD.

    Much luv & hugs, SisBon

  • Such beautiful thoughts and contentment in this as you see what she has been through, simply lovely, thank you for sharing, good luck
    MM


  • crackerjackie
    April 10

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    This is a beautiful piece of poetry. I love it so much it really reflects your feelings in a peaceful yet powerful way.

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