Edward Ibeh Poet Narrative

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Bones Ache Yet Heart Sings Poetry Contest, Sponsor - Unseeking Seeker Date written: 06/30/2023

Bones Ache Yet Heart Sings

A revolving door of visiting friends
 Old and new, at the hospital, day by day.
     Stalked by death's brooding shadow;
      Cancer-stricken and terminally ill,
   Yet faces his mortality with courage.

     His bones ache yet his heart sings
        As he lay dying without regrets.
        A man of faith, he feels no fear 
   As he embarks on his final destination.
       His journey from stunned denial to
        Acceptance of his fate, complete.

        What a life! He had a good run.
    Loved ones surround his death bed.
   His wife of more than half a century
         Keeps round the clock vigil.
          His bones ache yet his heart 
       Coos along to her farewell song, 

           Softly sung into his right ear.
Hand in hand, a goodbye kiss on his brow.
        A stream of peacefulness flows
       Through the clearing of his mind
      As he slowly slips away; his bones 
                       Ache no more.

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John Hamilton August 9, 2023 at 10:33 AM A sad but beautiful reminder that one can pass in peace with no regrets. A fine work worthy of your win!

Bill Baker July 29, 2023 at 2:49 PM Wonderful close to your mindful poem on passing with dignity and grace. Congratulations on the win! Have a great weekend! Bill

Speaks Volumes July 3, 2023 at 11:28 PM Congratulations on a deserving 1st place. A truly memorable poem. Edward Ibeh July 4, 2023 at 5:40 PM Thank you very much, SV:-)

Jay Narain July 3, 2023 at 9:39 AM Great memorial song. Nice winner. Edward Ibeh July 4, 2023 at 5:41 PM Thank you very much, Jay:-)

Speaks Volumes July 1, 2023 at 9:20 AM Your poem takes me back to my beautiful Mum's passing. I didn't cry back then, because it was God's answer to prayers that she be spared any more pain, and her aching body could be granted peace. Its not a sad tale when loved ones are there, its just God's way of taking all aches and pain away. A lovely poem Edward. Not morbid, just told with wisdom and respect. Edward Ibeh July 1, 2023 at 10:24 AM Thank you very much indeed, SV:-)

Vijay Pandit July 1, 2023 at 4:58 AM In the end what counts is love and he had plenty of that. No wealth can comfort as a beloved partner. Awesome reflection on how one feels counting final days, Edward. A FAVE. Edward Ibeh July 1, 2023 at 7:34 AM Thank you very much for the wonderful feedback and the fave, Vijay:-) Most obliged.