Inheritance

I often say the real measure of a life well lived... is how many hearts you have touched. I have said this to her many times even on the day before she died... her legacy is indelible!

The thing is

nothing

matters more

then the smiles

of heretofore

from the hearts

of true adore.  

The treasure

of your implore

beyond measure

will endure

your precious heart

will beat no more

but your pulse

forevermore

The thing, is 

no things 

really matter

as your smile

shall underscore

this loving heart

that gives restore

© 2024 Robert Trakofler

Author's Note

Cathryn "Kay" (Woak) Terleski
January 18, 1929 ~ August 5, 2024 (age 95)

Reviews

[Marie]

A very beautifully inked tribute to a lady and a dear friend. I am sorry for your loss, dear poet, but I feel this lovely lady in Spirit will always be with you until you both meet again and celebrate your friendship together! Thank you for sharing...

[Robert Trakofler]

I have always referred to her as the most loved person I ever knew

[Marie]

Bless... Thank you for sharing, dear poet...

[Ava]

Hey friend! I’m actually an author, and I read your story I really enjoyed it! From a fellow writer’s perspective, I think with a few small changes, it could shine even brighter. I’ve got some creative ideas I'd love to share with you if you're open to it!
Discord: ava_976

[Ava]

Hey friend! I’m actually an author, and I read your story I really enjoyed it! From a fellow writer’s perspective, I think with a few small changes, it could shine even brighter. I’ve got some creative ideas I'd love to share with you if you're open to it!
Discord: ava_976

[Thomas W Case]

A beautiful and moving tribute. Great work.

[Pryde Foltz]

Oh the power of true love. Someone is very lucky:)

[Ken Simm.]

The flow of this is so very beautiful and slight as in gossamer. Wonderful.

[Robert Trakofler]

I stood next to her as she drew her last breath it was as beautiful as it was sad

[Ken Simm.]

Done that been there more times than I ish.

[Robert Trakofler]

some things are so f*****g beautiful that you don't dare even touch them much less view them but if you get a glance it will change you for ever my dear friend

[Beccy]

Billionaire or pauper, you are so right that it matters not. The real legacy can only be truly measured by the beloved memories we leave behind.

Such a lovely, lovely poem Robert.

Beccy.

[Robert Trakofler]

Ironically I have by way of a slight elaboration just finished a poem about your very answer

[Relic]

People who live a long life are admired the most. Their innocence and wisdom can be felt long after they're gone. You have my sympathies, Robert.

[Robert Trakofler]

she was an amazing lady:)

[John the Baptist]

You do have a unique style, Bunny. You have captured what was most memorable about this elderly lady who is no longer with us. I don't know if she was a relative, but she evidently brought joy to those her life touched. A very nice memorial here.

[Robert Trakofler]

every once in a while, you can feel a shift in the environment after the loss of someone. In this case hers was like the quick slip of vacuum in the wake of a lightning bolt... the air had to quickly replace the void of her presence

[Kelly Scheppers]

We're losing all the ones who have nutured us, the ones who have made our lives richer simply by being present in this world. May her light continue to shine through your life, Robert!

[Robert Trakofler]

after reading this review i think i need to take another pause you just gave me a tear because that is exactly how i am feeling today dear Kelly

[Gee]

So sorry for your loss. Robert.
A beautiful tribute to someone you held very dear.
Hope you are well

[Robert Trakofler]

it has been difficult I watched as all of her (9) children surrounded her with various in laws and grandchildren stood by her bedside (at home) as she drew her last breath being such an empathetic soul it was as beautiful and horrifying as one can imagine it will be a while before I will be able to shake it

[Arundass TP]

Nicely written poem. Really enjoyed it

[Robert Trakofler]

thank you sir