Barbara

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    A simple poem in memory of my wife's sister Barbara that passed away last week from cancer.

    Barbara

     

    Barbara, dear Barbara, the four winds call out your name

    The clouds dance to your laughter as in a child’s frolicking game

    The seas sing symphonies of love with waves never ending

    As we recall your time here on Earth and your spirit so unbending

    We walk hand in hand with you, do our best to keep pace

    As your zest for life carries you forward, as if to some magic meeting place.

     

    You have touched many lives during your journey, all enriched by your caring

    You have much to be proud of, the result of a lifetime of sharing

    We cherish this time spent with you, as well as those in times past

    Filled with memories so precious that they can never be surpassed

    As love conquers all, we hold you in a special place in our heart

    As we pray silently each day that God’s blessing he will impart.

     

    We can not feel your fears, nor can we share in your pain       

    But we stand beside you, and our love will never ever wane

    For better or worse, we are as one in this time of great trial

    Remember, your family is your rock, your lighthouse, your isle

    So be not disheartened as you wait for the next chapter to unfold

    For only God knows for certain what tomorrow may hold

     

    Charlie Gragg May 2009

     

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    Stryx commented on Barbara

    06-09-2010

    A very fine tribute to someone you must have known well. Barbara was also my wifes name. Naturally - Barbara Ann.

    Hampton

    06/09/2010

    Thanks WO.

    Springsize commented on Barbara

    03-21-2010

    How beautiful your love for your wonderful wife's sister ? The love you express by yourself and the family around Barbara is easy to read, more astounding is the 'family unit' ... for it shows a family that has grown close, wonderfully close, throughout years, and the love for her sister, shows Reader how special your wife has been and is. Really very nice, Hampton... It reminds me of smaller towns or places of e'r ago... as something not as easily experienced in the cement city, where families stretch wide apart.

    Hampton

    03/21/2010

    Thank you very much.

    StandingBear commented on Barbara

    03-21-2010

    A great write you've unfolded and shared with all. A fine dedication for your sister-in-law.

    Hampton

    03/21/2010

    Thank you friend.

    Marsink commented on Barbara

    03-20-2010

    I can say that this parting must have been painful and yet, the essence of the person she is outweighs the pain. beautiful in it's unfolding of her spirit in word, and inspiring in the shared facets of the life she lived. thanks for sharing a hurtful era in your heart-life

    Hampton

    03/20/2010

    Your comments are appreciated.

    SavVySam commented on Barbara

    03-14-2010

    The closer to home the sentiments, the more difficult the write... A thoughtful remembrance for all who share in those loving memories at this trying time..Much love to you and yours!

    Hampton

    03/14/2010

    Thank you for expressing your sentiments.

    When power leads man towards arrogance, poetry reminds him of his limitations. When power narrows the area of man's concern, poetry reminds him of the richness and diversity of existence. When power corrupts, poetry cleanses.

    John F. Kennedy (1917-1963) Thirty-fifth President of the USA

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