Crying is good for the soul and its a great out let. I'm glad God is there to help you during this painful time....M

Tony,

Your earthly friends are in a better place. That's so hard, I know, been there, done that. And it is no shame for a man to cry. And your last two stanzas tell all. Well written and touches the heart.

Mary

...and yet, Jesus cried. Even in England the stiff upper lip is starting to wane. Top write.
Heck, sadly a lass below makes men weep! By getting engaged and then running off with her bounty. Do be ware of such vile gold diggers.

Yes, Jesus is the one who knows. Having lost my brother three years ago, I can relate. I have to share with you a piece that was in my bulletin at church today- Leo Buscalgia was asked to judge a contest to find the most caring child. The winner was a 4 year old child whose next door neighbor had recently lost his wife. Upon seeing the man cry, the little boy went into the old gentleman's yard, climbed onto his lap and just sat there. When his mother asked what he said to the neigghbor, the little boy said, "Nothing, I just helped him cry." Your poem shows that is what Jesus does, too, and the children are his reflection, after all. Blessings to you xxxx Michelle

THE GREATEST MAN THAT EVER WALKED THIS EARTH, JESUS CHRIST, CRIED. SO...I AGREE WITH YOU TONY...CRYING DOES HEAL. AND, AS LONG AS WE DO NOT STAY IN THAT 'VALLEY OF TEARS' TOO LONG,(FOR WE CAN 'WET' THE SANDS SO MUCH THAT IT TURNS TO SLIPPERY MUD AND WE BECOME 'BOGGED IN' DOWN THERE...UNABLE TO 'CLIMB' BACK OUT)WE CAN FIND A 'RELEASE' AND BECOME REFRESHED-ENABLED AND STRENGTHENED TO PRESS ON. TURNING TO JESUS IS ALWAYS THE RIGHT THING. THANKS FOR SHARING THIS INSPIRATIONAL WORK...SO ENJOYED. LOVE, BLESSINGS & FAITH...
JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Well if men aren't supposed to cry, then I don't know what that makes me because I have shed a great many tears throughout my journey and I expect that I shall shed a lot more yet. A very moving, prayerful, and meaningful write, Tony. Love and blessings to you,

Regis

yes, Tony, tears are meant to wash away the grief and anguish we bear after losing a soul-mate. I have cried many rivers since losing my sweetheart, friend, wife, mother of my children in 2001. God's loving shoulder is forever there for us to cry on. Use it and heal your mind and heart. Keep the faith and you will surely be rejoined in Heaven!
Just (Tearful) Jim

....tears are telling! Beautiful sentiments and faith Tony!

This poem is showing great faith, Tony! You cry whenever you feel like doing it, for even if crying is ashamed, remember this: the Lord himself wept.

Beautifully heartfelt words, Tony! That you are a man unafraid to cry speaks volumes about your sensitivity...well done!

Anna

EXCELLENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!! VERY TALENTED!!!!!!!!!!!!!! MAY GOD HELP YOU, TONY!!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva

Very well said, Tony. God bless.

Your tears are part of your beautiful spirit, Tony, so let them flow.
Your faith will help guide you from despair to hope.
Blessings,
Christine

Cry as much as you need, Tony,
it's therapy and part of healing.
i wish you love and peace, My Friend.

John