Death of a Mother

Death of a Mother A mother’s love remembered at her grave. Where children grieve and mourn at love’s conclave. Her laughter and her smiles on hearts engrave. And keep the loving memories they crave. © Dane Ann Smith-Johnsen January 26, 2010 Poetic form: Elegy

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Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 1/26/2010 8:10:00 PM

yes, this is what it was like when my sister and I visited my mother's grave not too long ago. She's been gone a long time, but "the loving memories" will live within us forever. Beautiful elegy, my friend! Love you, Carolyn

John Loving Iii

Date: 1/26/2010 6:22:00 PM

Dane, i found your "d" playing out in the parking lot. engrave must have lost it before it was posted. you want to put him where he belongs? john