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Adieu Papa

Didn't know it would hurt this much, I wasn't prepared for it. I loved your imperfections and the memories I didn't think I had, flown in abundance and that is what hurt the most. I'm honestly left with the good ones and the bad ones make it better. I'm tearing because I hoped to see to see you again. The real you and not the lifeless one papa. Your first grandchild will miss you. I'll miss when you scold me for not calling you enough. When you offer me pap in the morning when I visit, even when you know I wouldn't take it. When you jest about giving you a great-grandchild when you had a bunch of grandchildren invading your peace already. I'll miss the vocabulary you use and I have to go search for the meaning. Your wife would miss your little quarrels, how would she stay alone without you now? Your sister. She's the reason I feel more pain, she would be so lonely now. It was just you and her left. This would hurt her so badly and I can't help it because I feel her every pain, she's the closest human I love the most on earth. The young ones will call for you, search for you and knock on your door until they get used to never seeing you again. Rest now, rest well papa. There's no pain anymore. I hope you have United with my uncles above. Tell them it's been more than a decade and I'm still not over them. I still think about the both of them and it hurts Me like a fresh wound melted in salt. We love you and this is a great loss for us all. I didn't think I would wake up this morning with such news. My eyes are swollen and my head bangs. I really wish I wasn't miles away. Watch over us now Grandpa. Adieu Papa.

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Valsa George

Date: 6/23/2024 5:42:00 AM

Being miles away, when you hear the news of your grandpa's demise, I know how shaken you are and how memories crowd your mind. You being his first grandchild, you must have been loved and pampered more than all his other grand children. The death of a dear one will haunt us at least for sometime. This is a lovely tribute you can give to that old man though you may not be able to attend his last rites. I am sorry for your loss dear Tonye.

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 6/16/2024 7:38:00 AM

An elegy to admire Tonye. Emotional and loving and accepting.

Silent One

Date: 6/2/2024 9:50:00 AM

There is no pain like loss, especially for a loved one so close to you.. This is a touching and deeply emotional reflection on the loss of your beloved grandfather. It effectively conveys the pain of grief, the bittersweet nature of memories, and the enduring bonds of family. The raw honesty and vivid imagery make it a powerful tribute, resonating with anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one. Everyone will relate and I am so sorry for your loss..

Tonye George
Date: 6/2/2024 11:03:00 AM

Thank you so much. He was a strong hold connecting us. I've seen him everyday. Unlike before I'm turning my hurts into something good. Other times I'll drown in silence. Thank you for making this place feel much like home.

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 5/26/2024 11:27:00 PM

I could have emulated this wonderful write with that of my wife, now severs gone, still grieving. A magnificent elegy for your dear father. I lost mine a long time ago, along with my dear mother whom I loved too. The loss of a dear one seems to produce great poetry like yours.

Tonye George
Date: 5/27/2024 5:53:00 AM

Thank you so much, Dear Victor.

Susan Ashley

Date: 5/26/2024 6:48:00 PM

Dear Tonye, your eloquent elegy overflows the brim with the sad beauty of heart and soul baring in these moments of heart-wrenching loss. Such an intimate portrayal of grief and sorrow. Your poignant verse captures and radiates the universal emotion of mourning. I can relate to the loss you've experienced. You express it so soulfully and I am deeply touched. My condolences to you, dear poetess. Warmest wishes and hugs.. ~Susan

Tonye George
Date: 5/26/2024 7:08:00 PM

Thank you dear Susan for your warm words. It's comforting. I appreciate. Cheers.

Tonye George
Date: 5/26/2024 6:51:00 PM

Thank you dear Susan for your warm words. It's comforting. I appreciate. Cheers.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 5/26/2024 4:19:00 PM

What a poignant and moving elegy, Toney. I remember crying endless tears when my father died...my eyes were swollen for days...wasn't prepared for his loss and the river of grief that flowed afterwards. Your poem touched me. From my personal experience, I can share with you that time reduces grief's sting. Sending you hugs, Sara

Tonye George
Date: 5/26/2024 6:50:00 PM

Thank you so much Dear Sara. I hope time flies like the wind and birds.

Tom Woody

Date: 5/26/2024 3:33:00 PM

Beautiful elegy Tonye and straightforward, emotional. I lost my mom in November and my dad is in hospice now. My sister thinks he might not make it through the night. We reconciled after a 30 year long estrangement when my mom died, so been just about 6 months. Life is full of ups and downs. Sad for your loss

Tonye George
Date: 5/26/2024 4:14:00 PM

Thank you, dear Tom. Death is something I don't know how to handle so well. It stays for a long time. I was raised by my grandmother. I'm very close to my grandparents. I've seen them every day except for days I was in school or moved to another city. Couldn't remember when last I cried my eyes to pulp and it's just the first day. I don't want to think that my grandma is old and I might not see her anytime soon too. That one I can never get over and I don't want that day to ever come. Sorry for your loss dear Tommy. Mothers hold a special place in our hearts. I'm still not in good terms with my dad and I don't know if I'll be able to forgive him in this life. Haha.. I'm trying. Cheers Tom, thank you so much.