Soft currents,
rough waves,
sadness floats through aquamarine waters.
Not long ago
we dipped in the cold ocean,
collecting shells,
talking about life and death,
blond little boys you loved,
that captured your heart,
adventures we stumbled on,
books we read.
We left footprints on the sand
as we shared food and laughter,
tales of fish caught,
tears of loss.
We escaped the rainstorm that day,
not knowing that it will be the last time
we would share these waters.
Goodbye my friend,
sleep with the angels,
may your spirit soar,
may you find peace,
you will be missed.
This is dedicated to my friend Sieg. She was my father in law's companion for the past eleven years. We have shared many days fishing and talking and a connection that will always be in my heart. She passed away yesterday 9/10/12 unexpectedly . It was a shock and sadness fills our hearts. Please meet us here, http://dversepoets.com/ where we share our thoughts and our hearts.
My condolences on your loss, Ayala. This was a warm and living memorial to her. A picture of when things were bright, and life was capture in a smile. Lovely.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Gay. I will always remember her that way.
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ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful Babe ! May she rest in peace.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Babe. She will be missed dearly.
DeleteA lovely reminiscence.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Rosemary.
DeleteA very touching tribute to someone you came to know and call friend. I smiled at the shared days of fishing. It's so special when you connect with anyone to that depth Ayala. I'm so sorry for yours and your families loss. She sounds as if she was a delightful person to have known.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Bren. She was a lovely lady and I will miss her.
DeleteWonderful tribute as only you do, sounds like a great friend.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Pat. She was.
Deleteoh wow...i am sorry for your loss so hard too when you dont expect it...and can look back on that day you spent together not knowing....prayers to you and your family...
ReplyDeleteThank you, Brian. So hard to accept that she is gone.
DeleteThis is lovely share...I am sorry to hear about her passing ~
ReplyDeletePrayers for the family ~
Thank you, Grace. I appreciate it.
Delete╭დ♥╯ Ayala, I am so very sorry for your loss. A tender heartfelt tribute...(((hugs)))
ReplyDeleteThank you, dear Helena.
DeleteI am so sorry for your loss Ayala! This is such a lovely piece that you wrote for her
ReplyDeleteThank you, Audrey.
DeleteVery sad, Ayala. I am glad that you have such good memories of your times together. We are never ready or prepared for someone we care about to leave us.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mary. It's so hard to believe ....I will cherish our memories.
Deleteoh my heart. shedding a few tears with you ~ thank you for sharing her with us through your gentle, loving words. Prayers are with you and your family.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Adrienne. So sad.
DeleteAyala, so sorry for your father-in-law's loss. It is a heartfelt tribute. Gentle and loving.
ReplyDeletePamela
Thank you, Pamela. All of us will miss her terribly.
DeleteI'm so sorry for your loss - your particular memories are very poignant. k.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Karin.
Deleteoh, wow...i'm so sorry for your loss. your poem is very touching. I see that you, like me, write some of your best poems while in sadness.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Sheila.
DeleteA touching piece, and lovely reflection. Wishing you and your family peace.
ReplyDeleteThank you kindly.
DeleteMy heart reaches out to yours
ReplyDeleteAloha from Honolulu
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Thank you, Cloudia.
DeleteA beautiful and heartfelt tribute to a friend now resting with the angels. Im sorry for your loss...yet you have everlasting memories. Peace.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Jackie. I was up at 3:40 A.M thinking about our last conversation and it's just so hard to accept.
DeleteDoug and I are so saddened by this loss. She was such a wonderful woman. Our hearts go out to Gary, her family, and all of those that loved her. Our Florida visits will not be the same without her.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Christine and Doug. She has left a great void in our family. She will be missed dearly. She always spoke about your family and it's comforting to know that she was loved by so many. Thanks.
DeletePlease send our love to Gary and the whole family. She was a highlight of our Florida visits and our kids adored her. Please tell Gary that we are so sorry we cannot attend the services, but will be there this weekend if he needs anything!! All our love.
DeleteI sent your love to Gary and your kind wishes. Thank you.
DeleteI am very sorry to hear this news, Ayala. Thank you for honoring Sieg's spirit in such a beautiful way. My thoughts are with you and your family.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Kristen. I appreciate your kind words.
DeleteMy deepest sympathy Ayala.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mary.
DeleteWhat a lovely tribute. I'm so sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Laurie.
DeleteI'm so sorry that you lost such a good friend. I know if she can read your poem, she is delighted.
ReplyDeleteShe loved to read..I hope she can read it from heaven and thank you Myrna.
DeleteSo sorry to hear of this loss, but a lovely tribute grew from it.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Steve.
DeleteI am leaving you moments of silence in respect and empathy - . . . . . . .
ReplyDeleteThank you, Anna.
DeleteBeautiful tribute...
ReplyDeleteswirl it round and round
Thank you, Gautami.
Deletea truly lovely goodbye, ayala. my thoughts are with you.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Joanna. xoxo
DeleteSo sorry Ayala. Beautiful tribute. xoxo
ReplyDeleteThank you, Rudri. You just lost a great friend...and now I have. Thinking of you as well. xoxo
DeleteA sad but beautiful tribute.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Charles.
DeleteI am so sorry to hear about your loss love...this is tenderly expressed here, a beautiful poem!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Poppy. I appreciate it.
DeleteI'm so sorry for your loss, Ayala. A beautiful tribute though for someone who shared your life and touched your soul. Hugs...Gayle
ReplyDeleteThank you, Gayle. I still can't believe that we will never have those moments again but I am thankful that she was in our life.
DeleteSad and wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteTouching. Sorry for your loss, Ayala!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Stephen. I appreciate it.
DeleteAyala~
ReplyDeleteIt takes a special touch to honor one who has passed so respectfully and lovingly in poem. May you feel peace and comfort at this time.
Thank you, Kim. I appreciate your good wishes.
DeleteSo sad, her passing, your missing. Be aware, there is another needing your friendship. Sieg will point her out to you.
ReplyDeleteBlessings for all
PEACE for Sieg and you Ayala!
Thank you, Steve. I appreciate your words.
DeleteSo sorry for your loss Ayala, those special people gift us with joy, in life and then sorrow when they leave. Such wonderful memories painted in this poem. Peace be with you.
ReplyDeleteSara, so true these special people gift us with joy and sorrow when they leave . Thank you.
Deleteso sad - you have honoured Sieg so well
ReplyDeleteThank you kindly, Ollie.
Deleteso sorry for the loss ayala... you found beautiful and tender words to honor her...yes..may she sleep with the angels and find peace..
ReplyDeleteThank you dear Claudia. I pray she does.
Deletesorry for you loss... very sweet good-bye you've given her
ReplyDeletesorry for you loss... very sweet good-bye you've given her
ReplyDeleteA tender and heartfelt verse to a life that must have seen so much fullness and joy.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Sam.
DeleteAyala,
ReplyDeleteYou were so lucky to have Sieg in your daily life! I worked with her many years ago and kept in touch with her when she left for sun kissed Florida. Your poem to her is beautiful. I will always remember her wicked sense of humor and her contagious laugh....I miss her. I miss never having an encouraging message in my inbox or a sarcastic note on my wall. I hope you and your family are holding on. Lori Robertson ~ Berkley, MI
Lori,
DeleteThank you so much for leaving this comment. It made me smile because it sounded like the Sieg I know. We were fortunate to have her in our lives and I know that both of us along with all those that knew her will miss her dearly. Hugs.