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A Year Today

My Son you were my only one A year ago you called me Mum Then you were taken far too soon Without a warning on that fateful morning This very day a year ago when someone called you had to go… So today we celebrate your life a life too short ~ just 49 years Since you went ~ oh so many tears for none of us had known you would not be coming home We are trying to get through Son for none of us had known on that fateful day a year today Son none of us had known… Now sharing memories bittersweet some joyous ~ some fun ~ some quite unique But our memories never die my Son as the love you left behind for us in times of grief can ease our pain We gently shut our eyes and you are with us once again You take us with you soaring high for just a moment our spirits fly We see your signs my darling boy and when we do they bring such joy Even though our tears are close sweet memories we recall Of joyous days spent in the sun Such golden days So full of fun… Written on 18th October 2020 Contest COMPLETELY YOUR CHOICE 37 Sponsor Brian Strand

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Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 10/22/2020 1:22:00 PM

Such a lovely memorial piece Ann, so well penned full of great imagery and thyme too. So difficult to lose a child but trust you know the peace of God to comfort. Good to see you on again, Keep safe and well, Blessings always, Gordon

Ann Gilmour
Date: 10/23/2020 1:35:00 AM

Dear Gordon thank you my friend for your words of comfort it is always good to hear from you and I hope you are both keeping safe and well too. With kindest thoughts Ann xx

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 10/22/2020 12:52:00 PM

I think that even from high up, she still calls you mom. ~~

Ann Gilmour
Date: 10/23/2020 1:31:00 AM

I do hope so Victor... With kindest thoughts Ann xx

Jan Allison

Date: 10/22/2020 12:47:00 PM

aww Ann I remember when you mailed me with the devastating news. i cant believe its been a year. thinking of you and the family:-( hugs jan xx

Ann Gilmour
Date: 10/23/2020 1:29:00 AM

Dearest Jan it is unbelievable that a year has gone by as it feels like only yesterday. I am struggling with the reality of it all... Thanks for your support and hugs my friend. With kindest thoughts Ann xx

Tom Cunningham

Date: 10/22/2020 12:15:00 PM

I remember when you soupmailed me Ann, such a terrible shock, I cant believe its been a year, time marches on but those fond memories you have will stay with you forever. Tom

Ann Gilmour
Date: 10/23/2020 1:27:00 AM

Thank you dear Tom, yes how fast that year has flown. Your support is always appreciated my friend and I thank you so much. With kindest thoughts Ann xx

Alexis Y.

Date: 10/22/2020 12:03:00 PM

Hi Ann, Your heartfelt write touched me to core and it brought tears to my eyes. My heart goes out to you for experiencing such a loss.My mother could relate, my brother passed away when he was ten years old. Our loved ones live in on in our hearts and memories. I too close my eyes and find all my loved one that are no longer here. I’m sorry for your loss dear poet- Alexis

Ann Gilmour
Date: 10/23/2020 1:26:00 AM

Bless you Alex for your kind words of comfort. I really appreciate your comments and thank you my friend. With kindest thoughts Ann xx