In Memoriam

Cherry

By luigi_pagano

Sat, 10 Apr 2021
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I came here to pay
my respects, as usual,
on the anniversary day
with a bunch of chrysanthemums
to place on your grave.
The skies above were grey
swollen with pewter clouds
heralding the rain.
 
In the distance I heard
a faint rumble of thunder
imperviously commanding:
keep your chin up, be brave.
I've had years to ponder
on how to lessen grief
but time has not healed
nor has it dulled my pain.
 
I often cursed Fate
which dealt the mighty blow
that condemned a soul
to lie six feet below.
Now, rooted to the spot
and unable to move,
I yearned for the sound
of your mellifluous voice.
 
It was wishful thinking
for a miracle to happen
in which I could rejoice.
But when I was about
to leave the burial plot,
as raindrops were falling,
I'm sure my wish was granted;
I thought I heard you calling.
 
 
 
© Luigi Pagano 2021

From my poetry collection “Reflections”

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Comments

Submitted by Insertponceyfre... on

Very moving Luigi

 

Submitted by luigi_pagano on

Very pleased by your appreciation, Claudine. Many thanks for your nice response and the 'cherries'.

Luigi x

 

Submitted by LittleRedHat on

Beautiful piece, Luigi.

 

Submitted by luigi_pagano on

Your positive feedback is a welcome compliment and. coming from a talented and prolific writer like yourself, a boost to my morale. Grateful thanks, Red.

Luigi x