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Rest easy, my sister
by Karen C Vanderlaan → (All Poetry by Karen C Vanderlaan)
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My sister, Teresa passed away this past Friday morning after a courageous battle with leukemia-i am so devastated


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Rest Easy, My sister

 

Beneath the ancient ginkgo trees,

In the shadow of her old stone barn,

We carried her and lay her down,

To be received by earth stone and roots.

The rain fell with our tears, softly at first,

Then in brief torrents of weeping.

We shared memories and stories with each other,

But felt privately the sacredness of her to ourselves.

 

 

 


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Reviewed by Connie Faust
Reviewed on October 26, 2010
The tenderness and loss of that day will ever remain deep in your heart. God bless and keep you, showering you with His comfort and strength for each new day until His healing love has mended the sharpest pain and you know peace in Him.
Sincerely,
Connie

Reviewed on October 15, 2010
Karen I'm so sorry. My heart aches for you. I lost my only sister a few years ago to cancer. My prayers are with you.

Reviewed by Cryssa C
Reviewed on September 29, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your sister.

I love it when it rains at funerals...not the earth drenching rain, but the soft rain of heaven's tears, which blend with those of us who remain...as if heaven is caressing our cheeks and letting us know that although they are joyful to accept our loved one back home, they understand our need to mourn and to feel the comfort of knowing we do not mourn alone.

May your world be full of peace and memories as you travel through the grieving process. My prayers go out for you...
Cryssa

Reviewed by Kate Burnside
Reviewed on September 4, 2010
But felt privately the sacredness of her to ourselves.

I am shocked and truly silenced, Karen. And so deeply, heart-achingly sorry to hear of this desperate sadness and great loss. Your words invite us to share in this very touching moment with you and your family, even whilst nursing the weight and isolation of that very private last line. Thank you for this great privilege.

Your mutual courage and determination will always be remembered by me as a light that continues to shine - as does your love and soul-deep togetherness that exudes the strength that will enable you to overcome and continue, albeit now on either sides of a physical divide. The union between your very selves and the place you inhabit is intrinsic to who you both are and will prevail to inspire and protect you afresh. Please know of my sincerest condolences and of my love and prayers for comfort and relief at this tumulteous time of grieving. Kate xx

Reviewed by Sage Sweetwater
Reviewed on September 1, 2010
So sorry, Karen...My thoughts are with you...Blessed Be.

Love,
Sage

Reviewed by Sara Coslett
Reviewed on August 28, 2010
Karen, please forgive my tardiness in passing along my condolences for your loss. Your sister was so brave! It wasn't an easy fight.


Teresa will always be remembered by you, her loved ones and us. Thank you for having shared your life with her--with us.

I wish you the best. ~ Sara

Reviewed by Dawn Anderson
Reviewed on August 28, 2010
Karen, you and your sister fought a brave and courageous battle. She lives on...in all you see and feel around you.

Reviewed by Liana Margiva
Reviewed on August 27, 2010
SAD, VERY SAD................ Liana Margiva

Reviewed on August 25, 2010
Dear Karen,
I'm so very, very sorry. She fought a valiant battle with you at her side all the way. I'm glad she had a brief remission so you could have that time with her. Teresa was and always will be your sister but she is God's child and he wanted her to come home. She was only lent to you and those who knew and loved her. My prayers are with you that you find peace within your memories. Your healing will be a long process. Rely on God for His strength. Ask for it and He will send it to you.
Bless You My Friend,
Marcia

Reviewed on August 25, 2010
blessing Karen, our loved ones pass, what we can do for them is to continue to live in their honor, two of my favorite aunts died away from me, they both were as tough as diamonds, kind,loving, caring and daring, I carry on in their honor the same way, hugs& blessings

Reviewed on August 23, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss, Karen; you are ever in my prayers/thoughts! :(

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :( *tears!*

Reviewed by Richard Cederberg
Reviewed on August 23, 2010
Heartfelt condolences Karen.
richard

Reviewed by Regis Auffray
Reviewed on August 23, 2010
I am so sorry for you loss, Karen. I extend to you my deepest sympathy with love, peace, and healing,

Regis

Reviewed by Christine Alwin
Reviewed on August 23, 2010
Dear Karen, I am so very sorry, you have expressed along the way to us her courage and determination..she is a hero..Prayers to you and your family~
Blessings,
Christine

Reviewed by pat medlin
Reviewed on August 23, 2010
oh karen i'm asking for and picturing you right this minute huddled on our Father's lap...His loving arms holding you safe and close...comforting you with a whispered promise to heal your devastated heart. He's done this for me...He'll do it for you.

i'm so very sorry for all the hard times you've endured leading to this loss...pat

Reviewed by Amber Moonstone
Reviewed on August 23, 2010
Karen, my sweet friend, I offer you and your family my heartfelt energy toward healing from your loss. If you ever need anything at all, please contact me...I love you, sweetie, and know that here on the den we all offer a warm circle of love and peace and healing energy...She is at peace now, and may her soul be forever peaceful..

Peace, love and light,
Amber

Reviewed by D Johnson
Reviewed on August 23, 2010
Karen, deepest condolences...your sadness is our burden to carry through this loss.

Peace,
Dan

Reviewed by George Carroll
Reviewed on August 23, 2010
May she rest with God in eternal glory. I am so sorry for your loss.

George

Reviewed by Elisabeth Barstowe
Reviewed on August 23, 2010
So sorry for your loss. What a beautiful poem. Keep writing about this, it helps to relieve the pain.

Reviewed by Carol Grace
Reviewed on August 23, 2010
Karen, beautiful tribute to your sister. I am so sorry for your loss.

Reviewed by Terry Rizzuti
Reviewed on August 23, 2010
Keep writing about your sister, Karen. I'm a big believer in art as therapy. It can help turn sorrow into beauty.

Reviewed by Art Hernandez
Reviewed on August 23, 2010
My sympathy and prays to you and your family...

Reviewed by Felix Perry
Reviewed on August 23, 2010
I am soo sorry for your loss Karen, I know you and her were so close. I am facing the same situation with my step brother who has been fighting cancer for a long time now and yes I do believe that they earn their rest. Stay strong Karen as you know she would want.
fee

Reviewed by Mr. Ed
Reviewed on August 23, 2010
I am so very sorry to hear of your great loss, Karen. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.


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