Sometimes sadness seems unavoidable and unfortunately, this poem is based on a real event. The image is symbolic and not the real person. I respectfully thank you for your thoughts on this one.
In Her Sunday Best
There she is in her Sunday best blue dress she said she was saving for
a special day At last she's wearing it though she did not put it on herself They've closed her blue eyes blue like the dress she never wore blue like the sea she never saw Sleeping there in her velvet-lined skiff She will float away across the bright gravestones like whitecaps in the sun of August towards the infinite sea of the sky
SUPERB! ...AND THERE'S NOTHING ELSE TO SAY, EXCEPT...THIS IS A KEEPER. THANKS REGIS AND I LOVE THE NEW PICTURE(SMILE). LOVE, BLESSINGS & FAITH...JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS
Reviewed by Elizabeth Hobbs (Reader)
Reviewed on November 24, 2009
Hi Regis
Sad words contained in a pretty picture. Thank you, Liz
How many times have I felt this way?
Friends of mine, gone too young.
It makes me think of one in particular, a girl passed away on Labor Day Weekend, two days before her first day of Senior Year. At her funeral, she had a new haircut and fresh "back-to-school" clothes on, she was nearly unrecognizable, but that's how she hoped we would see her, all dressed up and ready to start a fresh year.
I feel thankful that she got to show off her new look, but it is an awful occasion to do so, as you understand.
Best wishes, I know this is an older poem, but "the scars remind us that the past is real."
Dramatically sad... however beautifully done! My daughter's best friend had a sister who died on her prom night a few weeks ago in a car accident... she was just 16. She looked so beautiful and was buried in her blue prom dress... This piece literally brought tears to my eyes. Well done, my friend!
Very sad indeed. Love the simile about whitecaps. Great poem. Hugs~
Sheila
Reviewed by Tracey L. O' Very (Reader)
Reviewed on March 1, 2005
Regis
This is Beautiful and sad but still brings the light to end the darkness. "The infinite sea of the sky" A poem of your heart, So Beautiful It brings tears to my eyes and a lump in my heart.
I'm so truly sorry I know to who this was written. A Very Special Woman. Always in your Heart. Always By your Side. Always Remember That. and be careful and don't step on her toes!! : )
and too remember as hard as it is at times the only tears they want you to shed are the tears you two shed together. She doesn't want you sad She's there to live fully, completly, happy and painless, and you do the same here on Earth. That's what she wants!
life only comes but once so Live it Fully while your here with us.
We need you to smile You have a really nice warm smile. \________/
and a heart of gold that just shines! : )
All my Love,
Tracey xoox
Reviewed by Randal Files (Reader)
Reviewed on December 21, 2004
Your loss is deeply felt in a very beautiful poem. There is a second truth in poem. Sometimes we put things off until the perfect time, and sometimes we put them off too long. Thank you for sharing your pain with us.
This is sad, true, and yet I detect a hint of maybe a new hope, an advent of faith that there IS some unfathomable "bigger picture" that we skirt around in this material life...? Sorry, Regis, if I am missing the mark by a mile here and misinterpreting a genuine outpouring of pain and regret. I hope you will "know" me well enough to understand that I would never seek to belittle your feelings, but this is what I seem to be picking up here... the fact that this Precious One is dressed "In Her Sunday Best" gives me the notion that she was not without belief in another life, in another dimension. I've read this again and I still detect this optimism and release into REAL life which is yet to be enjoyed. And it seems to me that maybe, her vibrant faith and the way she "appears" in her beautiful blue dress - even in death - has quickened perhaps this faith in you, too?! I know I am taking a huge risk in saying these things - and could be so wildly wrong!! - but I believe that you are genuine in asking for people's response and I have to say that this is mine. Tragedy strikes in this life, yes, and none is immune; but faith is a wonderful thing, especially for those who truly believe that the "Big Picture" really does exist and that we slip seamlessly from one into the other. Faith denies the grave and makes all things beautiful in its way. To me, this amazing write is personal in its sadness, and yet objective in the "new" revelations it is experiencing through it. I truly think that hope is here... and, of course, lots of love!! This melts me, Regis. Thank you. Forgive me, Buddy, if I AM way off here, OK?! Kate xx
Regis this one touch me in more ways than I can say. The loss of someone loved is a fearful thing but I know in my heart that those I've loved & lost still live in me.
Sad but beautiful poem.
It reminds me of my mother's passing in 1985. Mom's favorite color was blue so we bought a special blue dress for her as she'd been an invalid 23 years and not worn a dress (nightgowns and p.j.'s only).
My sincere sympathy is yours. Writing helps ...
:)Sandy
Sweet but sad. Last year a friend of mine built his first house but died before he moved in. Regis thank you for this offering. Peace and love be upon you.
Deeply moving poem Regis. So very sad. I'm
reminded that we pay far too much attention to
outer image and not enough to our inner image.
Do we ever choose the right goals?I wonder...so sad
Sad write.. one should alway live and enjoy life to the fullest and never save foohishly. Regis good and painful write.
Reviewed by Jane Rodway (Reader)
Reviewed on July 21, 2004
Wow, this is very powerful- sad, well-timed and direct. The picture reminds me of myself- black hair and pale, a ghostly girl- except mine would be a red dress:)
Reviewed by Amira van Kerk (Reader)
Reviewed on July 21, 2004
Very sad and touching write.
You wrote that this is based on a real tragedy. Must be, if someone that young has to close her eyes forever.
I just hope she wasn't too close to you, friend of family. But if, I truly feel with you.
Best wishes.
Tears stream down my face reading this beautiful tribute to someone you obviously love. What a beautiful girl. What a beautiful human being you are Reg. Write on...
chanti
grief
irony sadness.........the eternal questions of why!
I am so sorry to read of this loss, whether it be friend of family.....still an ache.........my condolences to you and yours.....pax A
How very sad and touching...lovely writing for a lovely young lady, Regis.
My sympathies to you, as well. Being left behind is one of the hardest things we must endure.
Gina
Reviewed by Anna Marie Fritz (Reader)
Reviewed on July 20, 2004
My deepest sympathies, Regis.
This is a very beautiful tribute to that girl in
the blue dress.
God bless you and give you strength.
Regis, what can I say? There are no words for me to utter in view of this terrible loss of a young life. I have to agree with Susan and Carmen, I think that is what I would like to say. (((HUGS)))
Wishing you all the peace that you may find.
Janet xoxoxoxo
Reviewed by Fletcher Bailey (Reader)
Reviewed on July 19, 2004
Regis...a verty powerful and sad poem so beautifully written...Fletcher B
REgis...IN all her finery she is as fluid as the ocean. Her eyes have the depth needed for mermaids and the lore of the sea. You've given her an immortal tribute fitting for a beautiful woman. She lives in your words.
I am sorry for your loss and that loss, too to her family and friends.
Susan
Oh Man, Regis! I had No idea! My
heart just breaks for you yet I see the courage too!
My computer blew about 6 weeks ago and I get a
new one at the end of the month! So, trips to the
library!
Love so much,
Becca
Completely surprising how this poem unfolds.
How artfully you say so much in few words, reveal your depth of feelings, yet do not intrude yourself into the work.
Simply, strongly, beautifully expressed, yet so sad, so painful to contemplate. I feel for your loss, Regis.
Reviewed by Thomas Lanechanger (Reader)
Reviewed on July 19, 2004
It’s such a sad and heartfelt write, done very well!!!… I feel for you loss and grief, Regis!!!
This piece of work reflects the sadness and anger, both brought about by the tragedy of a sudden, or unexpected death of a young person. And I can't help but hold you in my highest respect because more than ever, and despite your personal knowlede, your 'face' was not in the work.
You said: "unfortunately, this is not fiction". I know it hurts. And I know that's hard to do when such tragedy is personal. But what you've done here shows the true sign of a writer.
I respect you, because it is NOT a cry for pity. You've taken a personal tragedy, and created a timeless piece of work by which the reader can certainly relate to the loss, the anger, and the unjustice of it. I respect your bravary to express your feelings in such a universal manner.
And if I knew you personally, I'd probably hug you. But relating to this piece of work, all I can say is: I respect you, Poet.
I dearly hope, dear friend Regis, that this was fiction, as it is too sad if it was not...The picture gave me a smile, expecting it was a daughter or such, then the story made my smile fade, not something I wish to read before going to bed, but you made your point quite clearly as you do with most of the best you always seem to write...I hope you find Peace, Ed & Rufuz
How is sadness ever stupid, if it is honestly felt? And this poem was honestly felt and honestly very very sad. I hope it's not a true story. Thanks for sharing,
Monette
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Sad words contained in a pretty picture. Thank you, Liz
Friends of mine, gone too young.
It makes me think of one in particular, a girl passed away on Labor Day Weekend, two days before her first day of Senior Year. At her funeral, she had a new haircut and fresh "back-to-school" clothes on, she was nearly unrecognizable, but that's how she hoped we would see her, all dressed up and ready to start a fresh year.
I feel thankful that she got to show off her new look, but it is an awful occasion to do so, as you understand.
Best wishes, I know this is an older poem, but "the scars remind us that the past is real."
RM
Sheila
This is Beautiful and sad but still brings the light to end the darkness. "The infinite sea of the sky" A poem of your heart, So Beautiful It brings tears to my eyes and a lump in my heart.
I'm so truly sorry I know to who this was written. A Very Special Woman. Always in your Heart. Always By your Side. Always Remember That. and be careful and don't step on her toes!! : )
and too remember as hard as it is at times the only tears they want you to shed are the tears you two shed together. She doesn't want you sad She's there to live fully, completly, happy and painless, and you do the same here on Earth. That's what she wants!
life only comes but once so Live it Fully while your here with us.
We need you to smile You have a really nice warm smile. \________/
and a heart of gold that just shines! : )
All my Love,
Tracey xoox
Tami
It reminds me of my mother's passing in 1985. Mom's favorite color was blue so we bought a special blue dress for her as she'd been an invalid 23 years and not worn a dress (nightgowns and p.j.'s only).
My sincere sympathy is yours. Writing helps ...
:)Sandy
reminded that we pay far too much attention to
outer image and not enough to our inner image.
Do we ever choose the right goals?I wonder...so sad
Reindeer
Awesome write. We should all live life to
the fullest for we never know when our day
will come. Awesome!!!
~Linda
You wrote that this is based on a real tragedy. Must be, if someone that young has to close her eyes forever.
I just hope she wasn't too close to you, friend of family. But if, I truly feel with you.
Best wishes.
chanti
irony sadness.........the eternal questions of why!
I am so sorry to read of this loss, whether it be friend of family.....still an ache.........my condolences to you and yours.....pax A
My sympathies to you, as well. Being left behind is one of the hardest things we must endure.
Gina
This is a very beautiful tribute to that girl in
the blue dress.
God bless you and give you strength.
My heartfelt sympathies to you in this time of grief.
The Lord looked down
and smiled on her,
he cast his loving hand.
He kissed her soul,
and took his angel home,
She sits besides the golden throne,
and serves a loving heart.
Hugs and love
Elga
Robert
Wishing you all the peace that you may find.
Janet xoxoxoxo
Tommy
I am sorry for your loss and that loss, too to her family and friends.
Susan
TRASK
heart just breaks for you yet I see the courage too!
My computer blew about 6 weeks ago and I get a
new one at the end of the month! So, trips to the
library!
Love so much,
Becca
Warm love Your friend Tinka
I have been wondering what has been going on with you; you have been missed, friend!
Poignant, heartfelt write that packs an emotional wallop! You are in my prayers; God be with you during this sad time in your life!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :( >tears <
i have missed you, dear (((friend)))
the raw emotion enhances the lovliness of this poignant write--well done
(((HUGS))) and love, karla. :)
How artfully you say so much in few words, reveal your depth of feelings, yet do not intrude yourself into the work.
Simply, strongly, beautifully expressed, yet so sad, so painful to contemplate. I feel for your loss, Regis.
Sandie May Angel
" Perfect love casteth out fear " *R*..and gives us the will to persevere in life .
Peter Paton
You said: "unfortunately, this is not fiction". I know it hurts. And I know that's hard to do when such tragedy is personal. But what you've done here shows the true sign of a writer.
I respect you, because it is NOT a cry for pity. You've taken a personal tragedy, and created a timeless piece of work by which the reader can certainly relate to the loss, the anger, and the unjustice of it. I respect your bravary to express your feelings in such a universal manner.
And if I knew you personally, I'd probably hug you. But relating to this piece of work, all I can say is: I respect you, Poet.
Carmen :-)
Best wishes,
Safi
~Rose~
Monette