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Mourn

How long should we mourn when our loved ones die? You might move on right away or forever pose and try. Some will weep in silence, and from some we’ll hear screams. I hope you’re the one who gets visits in your dreams. There is no right or wrong, no length of time. We are all quite different, some lemon and some lime. Whether it’s your mother or father, a friend or child. The pain will be strong and the void drives you wild. For those who have passed, I will carry a strong torch. It’s for them to still see, far away on their porch. I keep mine burning bright, like a star in the sky. In case you were wondering, now you know why. From far away in the heavens, in the daytime or night. They will know I remember, when they see my bright light.

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Date: 10/29/2022 7:52:00 PM
Lovely piece. It's the permanency of separation along with those "things we should have said" that linger day by day. Keep the light on, Sir. ~;o/
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Mark Koplin
Date: 11/13/2022 8:01:00 AM
Thank you very much Arlo!
Date: 10/24/2022 4:09:00 PM
A lighthouse of love for those that are Dear to us to see and know we are missing them and thinking of them and they will never be forgotten. Lovely Poetry Mark with a heartfelt theme. A favorite my friend...
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Mark Koplin
Date: 10/27/2022 2:28:00 PM
Thank you so much Michael!
Date: 10/23/2022 4:04:00 PM
The tender side of you is as admirable as the protective one. Your empathy is very heartfelt, Mark. I’m happy to see a post from you. ;)
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Mark Koplin
Date: 10/27/2022 2:27:00 PM
Thank you for your kind words my friend!
Date: 10/23/2022 3:29:00 PM
This is a beautiful poem, Mark, which shows the great respect you have for those who have moved on.
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Mark Koplin
Date: 10/23/2022 3:59:00 PM
Thank you very much Milt! I greatly appreciate your kind words my friend.

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