deeply moved by your poem ...and i'm inspired by this being written from a Dad's viewpoint .. though it is very open and universal and could be related to any deeply felt loss ..my wife died many years ago when our children were still young ..wrestling with the loss can be overwhelming ..almost an impossible task ...i don't know who Terry is but my heart felt prayers go up ... though it is over a year since this post ... well done Kelly ..i appreciate the emphasis in your last line .... one can hag their hat on it so to speak..
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Posted 8 Years Ago

8 Years Ago

My dear Gene, I am so sorry to learn of your wife's passing. What a hardship it must have been, wit.. read more

8 Years Ago

our children were almost 4, almost 7, 9 and 11 .. perhaps your family is our other half in all that .. read more

SmittyJas

Loving tribute to terry and the memories are everlasting and endless.

Posted 9 Years Ago

Roland Petrov

As I read this, I thought of Eric Clapton. He wrote a song for his departed young son, and your poem reminded me of that.

Posted 10 Years Ago

10 Years Ago

I remember it well...so very tragic. Thank you for your support and kindness, Roland! Happy Novemb.. read more

An owl on the moon

So perfectly tender and loving... even in the darkness and shadows there is a light... a knowing. What a divine loving warmth your words bring.

Posted 10 Years Ago

10 Years Ago

My hope for everyone who reads this, is to walk away, well knowing...thank you, Craig!

Suzy Hazelwood

Yes, I know that feeling, I'm never quite sure if it's real or imagined in my own mind - I wish I could find proof of an element of the departed still being present. I don't ever look for it, but it presents itself to me from to time. One way or another there seems to be something that refuses to completely fade away. You write of a subject that many people feel quite deeply. I'm drawn to read this over and over, it's so elegantly written!

Posted 10 Years Ago

10 Years Ago

This is, and always will be, a special piece...simply for those I have lost and can apply it to, eve.. read more

Dean

This one speaks for me, Kelly. I have such a son

Posted 10 Years Ago

10 Years Ago

I wrote this for a friend who lost his son. I hope you'll feel free to talk to me about it someday,.. read more

10 Years Ago

not a secret---anything you want to know, I am ready to divulge

Ruth

We do just know they are there, a beautiful dedication love...energy is eternal ♥

Posted 10 Years Ago

10 Years Ago

...just like love! x

Nadia Gerassimenko

It felt so real even though it cannot be perceived - the presence of an angel from above fluttering with outstretched white wings. but if we follow the signs, we can see one of the white feathers laying on the floor.

Posted 10 Years Ago

10 Years Ago

...gorgeous analogy, Nadia! Thank you for your presence here today!

Lydia Shutter

I had goosebumps reading this. When you have loved someone so deeply and then lost them, there are times the connection is still strong. There are times you still hear their voice and see their smile. It is then they ARE with you...make no mistake. Beautiful sentiment, Kelly. Lydi**

Posted 10 Years Ago

10 Years Ago

Thank you, dear Lydi. I couldn't agree with you more!

emmajoy

Such a sadly beautiful piece of writing, each word a tug at the hug, Kelly. A parent would give his or her own life for their child.. when it can't happen, the pain eats the spirit as well as the heart. You've written such empathic words.. and God willing, they'll serve as some kind of holy or magical salve.

Beautiful words, humbling in their reality and affection.