After His Funeral

A final word, final hug, final tear~
     the mourners disperse,
Leaving her with golden photos
     and memories worth fifty years.
She finds the emptiness of death
     in a house full of shadows.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Kendrick Avatar
October 15, 2021 at 1:48 PM
I have read your winner and see its good qualities. Way to go in the contest. Congrats. Sara
Alex Avatar
October 13, 2021 at 11:12 PM
A true picture of the immediate kin, after the death of the loved one. Congratulations!
Kelii Kekaula Avatar
October 13, 2021 at 11:12 PM
Chetta, beautifully said, embracing meaningful depth my friend! Blessings, Aloha!
Brown Avatar
September 28, 2021 at 9:47 AM
Ah and Aw!!!
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