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Echoes
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A few days ago I attended the funeral of a young man. He was much loved, and materially successful. He had lunch with his parents shortly before his short but brilliant life was ended. Their dignity in such pain testifies that we are so much more than an accident of nature...This is for Gordon, beloved son of Dennis and Leonie...brother and best friend to Nathan...


The mask of your smile

Dark echoes of shadow tears

Storm clouds rage in grief

 

 

 
   


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 Reviews of "Echoes"
Reviewed on November 24, 2008
Keith,

A beautiful tribute . . .


Blessings,

Lance

Reviewed by Beatrice Milton (Reader)
Reviewed on February 4, 2008
Thank you Keith, this truly is a special eulogy for a very special young man. Gordon will be proud!
Much love, Leoni

Reviewed by Sheila Roy
Reviewed on December 14, 2007
Keith,

This poem conjures the image of a 'last look' and the feelings that action stirs. I'm very sorry for your loss. This tribute proves he touched you, leaving his mark, though he moves on.... Hugs:) Sheila

Reviewed by Kate Burnside
Reviewed on December 10, 2007
Much, MUCH more than an accident of nature, Keith. The spirit of man and woman is strong and defies nature, most of the time. And thank God for adrenalin. I am deeply sorry for this untimely loss and my condolences are with all who must walk a path towards a healing place of resolution. Flesh is indeed fragile... and precious. You reach beyond the veil here. Bless you, Kate xx

Reviewed by Karen Palumbo
Reviewed on December 9, 2007
My heart and prayers go out to you at your loss......

Be safe,
Karen

Reviewed on December 9, 2007
Powerfully moving in succinct lines, Keith. an effective eulogy. I'm sorry for the loss of your friend.

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

Reviewed by Axilea MU
Reviewed on December 8, 2007
I had just mentioned being receptive to your poetry. Then I read this.
Loss, although of a different nature is something I'm having to deal with. Suddenly echoes and shadows and storm clouds fill me with emotions and touch a very sensitive spot.

I am sorry for the loss of a friend. It is so difficult to find the words to describe a young life that ends. Yours sound so true, so right.

Axilea


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