Seven days ago my father became very sick. I took the next available flight, half around the world, but it was too late to meet him alive.
Grief
Do you know the meaning of grief?
Who can tell about someone’s feelings?
A question that I asked myself.
On that day I deeply longed for silence
Under the watchful eyes of cold marble faces
I sat alone immerged in classic beauty
And contemplated my solitude
Now that silence had come
Waves of grief engulfed me
Battling with them for so many days
Surrendering I let my tears roll
When the storm was over
I moved to the museum’s coffee shop
Only to find the cappuccino’s creamy foamy cap
Shone like a broken heart to me.
That was so well-written and coming from someone who lost her father, I feel you have captured that pain so clearly and eloquently. And that picture is amazing. I did talk to my father before his death so I can't relate to not being able to say goodbye, but even though I DID get that chance, I feel there was so much still left unsaid. But just like everyone else has stated, that broken heart in your coffee mug is a sure sign, in my opinion, that your father knew you came and he thanked you for it. Take care of yourself and thank you for sharing, April
My condolences, Franz. I can empathize. It'll take time...
virtual hugs,
Gina
Reviewed by M. B. (Reader)
Reviewed on February 4, 2005
Oh oh oh my! Franz, Franz, Franz... you know, this touched me. A feather light touch that stripped the skin off my heart. It reminded me of my own grief for my mother who died 2 years ago just after my birthday. She and I had not made our peace (my bio and poem *marked* will explain why) I was her only child who was not allowed to speak with her before her death due to sibling hatred. I am haunted, of course.
*Grief* was so beautifully expressed it brought to the surface many emotions I thought were... buried. But I am thinking grief never really is buried, never really stops.
When you lose your mother/father, it's like the book about your life has closed.
You have my sincerest and deepest condolences in the loss of your father. I hope Life embraces you.
My deepest of sympathies ... very emotional write - beautiful!!
Blessings,
Robert
Reviewed by Anna Marie Fritz (Reader)
Reviewed on January 28, 2005
My sympathies as well, Franz. I lost my father in just about the
same way. I was with him two days before, but not when he died. I
wish you rapid healing, and comfort from the knowledge that you will
see him again in the resurrection. John 5:28,29 This scripture may
bring you a measure of peace.
This is a beautiful poem, Franz.
however you have done a very well job of explaining grief........
sorry for your lost
Reviewed by Kate Clifford (Reader)
Reviewed on January 23, 2005
Grief I have felt on many different levels, some days I think too many, but those that have passed on would whisper to us if they could, live life :-) and remember me with a smile.
Glad to see you are strong enough to allow for the tears, because it is the tears that begin the healing. Hugs and my prayers go to you through this difficult time.
My father-in-laws death a few months back, taught me a lot about grief. Mainly my grief is mine. I can't explain, just like I can't explain yours. We all grief differently, and heal at our own time. I'm sorry for your lose.
I am sorry for your loss, Franz, and hope you are doing as well as you can under such a burden. Words are never good enough, when someone loses a loved one. I truly liked your poem, and thank you for sharing it.
Reviewed by Judy Lloyd (Reader)
Reviewed on January 23, 2005
I am glad that you added that picture it sums up your poem. I think when we lose a beloved parent we do share this type of grief. My own father has been gone since 1983 but I miss him still.
He knows you were there, Franz...I think the heart in the cup shows that...if you are depressed, read your own article "How can we overcome depressive moods?" My sincerest condolances to you and your family, but you WILL see him again, eventually...Seek Peace, Ed & rufuz
Loss of a loved one is always so difficult and very personal,
for no one can know the feelings that we have within us as individuals. I'm sorry for your loss, and pray you will have
Creator's peace.
Franz, I am so sorry for your loss. Grief is one of the hardest emotions to overcome. Maybe it is best to let yourself reminisce the good times with your father as much as possible, never saying to yourself, “We’ll never do that again.” Instead saying, “How grateful I am that we were able to do that.” As long as he is in your thoughts, he will always be by your side.
When it happened to me, I let my tears roll, too, Franz. I drove over a thousand miles, and I didn't make it in time either. It truly was an utterly devastating feeling.
Although I miss my father immensely, I've since found some peace in my heart, and I truly hope you will, too.
I understand your feelings very well. You wish to have known better and had gone over there sooner to console your Dad. I know the grief you are encountering - so many words were needed to be said and didn't say.
Your Dad now certainly knows how you're feeling and he will be your guardian angel from now on. He understands as he will come into your dreams and let you know that he understands.
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virtual hugs,
Gina
*Grief* was so beautifully expressed it brought to the surface many emotions I thought were... buried. But I am thinking grief never really is buried, never really stops.
When you lose your mother/father, it's like the book about your life has closed.
You have my sincerest and deepest condolences in the loss of your father. I hope Life embraces you.
My deepest of sympathies ... very emotional write - beautiful!!
Blessings,
Robert
same way. I was with him two days before, but not when he died. I
wish you rapid healing, and comfort from the knowledge that you will
see him again in the resurrection. John 5:28,29 This scripture may
bring you a measure of peace.
This is a beautiful poem, Franz.
M.Rose
sorry for your lost
Glad to see you are strong enough to allow for the tears, because it is the tears that begin the healing. Hugs and my prayers go to you through this difficult time.
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in texas, karen lynn. :( >tears <
for no one can know the feelings that we have within us as individuals. I'm sorry for your loss, and pray you will have
Creator's peace.
Love, Eileen
my condolences ...
All the best to you. Take care.
Love,
Sara
Although I miss my father immensely, I've since found some peace in my heart, and I truly hope you will, too.
I understand your feelings very well. You wish to have known better and had gone over there sooner to console your Dad. I know the grief you are encountering - so many words were needed to be said and didn't say.
Your Dad now certainly knows how you're feeling and he will be your guardian angel from now on. He understands as he will come into your dreams and let you know that he understands.
~ Sandie May Angel ~