Home » Poems » Mark Koplin » Dear Ava Rose and Cora

Dear Ava Rose and Cora

Dear Ava Rose and Cora I’m so sorry my babies for making you cry. Mommy didn’t want to leave without saying goodbye. Sometimes important tasks are left undone. But I will be up here watching you with God’s loving son. I will be in your hearts as you continue to grow. Mommy loves you so much, and this you will always know. Your family and friends will always be there. They will fill in for Mommy when you need extra care. Work hard at school and take care of each other. You are your sister’s keeper, so love one another. Both of you are special, there is nothing you can’t do. Hold onto each other, I will always love you. Love, Mommy

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem.

Please Login to post a comment

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 2/2/2021 6:11:00 PM

Sad indeed. Congratulations, Mark, on POTD!

Mark Koplin
Date: 2/4/2021 4:26:00 AM

Thanks

Arturo Michael

Date: 2/2/2021 1:05:00 PM

Lovely to the core...Congratulations Mark Koplin on POTD.

Mark Koplin
Date: 2/4/2021 4:26:00 AM

Thank you Arturo!

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 1/31/2021 4:08:00 PM

This is so sad Mark. I can’t imagine all that you and your family are going through. It is especially sad when young children are involved. I’m sure your words will offer a measure of comfort. Blessings and a virtual hug.

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 4:53:00 PM

Thank you for your kind words Richard, I appreciate that. I apologize about my comments on yours today, I’m just tired of Kieth harassing women here on the soup.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/31/2021 4:10:00 PM

I see as well that this missive was chosen as POTD. I commend the soul for their excellent choice.

Mark Koplin

Date: 1/31/2021 6:32:00 AM

I would like thank everyone for the kind words. Last Sunday afternoon my niece was hit by a train and killed instantly. She was 27 years old and left behind two little girls, 4 years old and 8 years old.

Mark Koplin
Date: 2/1/2021 9:18:00 PM

Both children have different biological fathers, my nieces fiancé is fighting for custody for both of them. It’s going to be ugly

Rama Balasubramanian
Date: 2/1/2021 2:32:00 AM

Oh my god! They are so small. I lost my mother when I was 10. It is not easy. Do they have a support system, someone who will take care of them? This is so saddening to me. I can understand your state of mind. May God give you all lot of strength. Take care Rama

Bj Legros Kelley

Date: 1/30/2021 9:36:00 PM

So tragic, and so deeply beautiful. May your hearts feel a peace that surpasses understanding as you gaze upon heaven and think of her there. My deepest condolences. Congratulations on your win of this beautifully moving poem.

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:28:00 AM

Thank you BJ

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 1/30/2021 9:23:00 PM

So eternally intimate! Congrats on POTD

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:27:00 AM

Thank you very much!

Brandy Nicole

Date: 1/30/2021 7:11:00 PM

"Hold onto each other" That helps to comfort those mourning a loss. I am so sorry, Mark. I know you will be there for these little girls as much as you can. Your thoughts caress gently around me and my heart. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. ~ Brandy

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:27:00 AM

Thank you Brandy!

Akkina Downing

Date: 1/30/2021 6:45:00 PM

What a beautiful heartfelt poem... My deepest condolences to you and your girls.

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:27:00 AM

Thank you so much!

Rama Balasubramanian

Date: 1/30/2021 5:42:00 PM

Heartfelt condolences. Sorry for your loss. I can understand how you must be feeling. Great write for the girls. God is always with all. Time is the best healer. Do take care, Rama

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:26:00 AM

Thank you Rama!

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 1/30/2021 12:52:00 PM

I am so sorry for your loss and their loss Mark. I am sure you will be there for them. Your poem is beautiful and touching and very deserving of POTD! Congratulations my friend, Blessings xxoo

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:26:00 AM

Thank you Connie, there is a long road ahead.

Sally Eslinger

Date: 1/30/2021 12:01:00 PM

Mark, a Very moving message you transcribed from your niece to her girls... Roses in words the will live,I am sure, and they will cherish all their lives. My dear friend’s husband passed when their Maggiewas 3. My heart reaches to you?.. This POTD will speak to many.

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:25:00 AM

Thank you for your heartfelt words Sally!

John Gondolf

Date: 1/30/2021 11:42:00 AM

Beautiful heartfelt thoughts, Mark, filled with such emtion. Congrats on a well deserved POTD. John

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:25:00 AM

Thank you John!

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 1/30/2021 9:15:00 AM

Congratulations on yours p.o.t.d. win. A "wonderful" yet sad story. My condolences. I'm so sorry for your loss. Enjoy your win/day with blessings.............

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:24:00 AM

Thanks Paula!

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 1/30/2021 8:56:00 AM

So touchingly beautiful Mark, a wonderful memorial tribute to your niece and a treasure for her daughters to keep. Congratulations on poem of the day. Belle

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:24:00 AM

I appreciate that Belle, Thank you!

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 1/30/2021 8:32:00 AM

Congratulations for your POTD. Great tribute to your wife. ~~

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:24:00 AM

My wife is fine, it was my niece that was killed. Thanks Victor!

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 1/30/2021 7:30:00 AM

- She will always be there ... congratulations on yours p.o.t.d. - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:23:00 AM

Thanks Anne-Lise!

Constance La France

Date: 1/30/2021 6:55:00 AM

Mark, your poem is so emotional and sad, it touched my heart deeply and a big CONGRATULATIONS on receiving a deserving POTD _Constance

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:22:00 AM

Thank you very much Constance!

Vijay Pandit

Date: 1/30/2021 5:32:00 AM

Congrats Mark on poem of the day. Your heartfelt write tugs the heart.

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:22:00 AM

Thanks Vijay!

Alexis Y.

Date: 1/30/2021 5:14:00 AM

WoW!Mark, I was hard for me to read your moving write. My eyes filled with tears as I was reading your heartfelt words. I don't know about the story behind this write. But I'm sorry for your loss. You and those precious girls are in my thoughts and prayers. Congratulations on getting the poem of the day-Alexis

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:22:00 AM

Thank you Alexis!

Anitha Jayasankar

Date: 1/30/2021 4:54:00 AM

Oh from the comments below, I understood this is nonfiction. So sad and moving. My prayers to you Mark. Their mom will always be guiding them, from ABOVE. Congrats on your POTD. God bless. ~ Ani

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:21:00 AM

I wish it was fiction, but sadly it is not. Thank you Anitha!

Jan Allison

Date: 1/30/2021 3:17:00 AM

aww Mark so glad this got POTD knowing about the tragedy makes me have a huge lump in my throat :-( hugs Jan xx

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:20:00 AM

Thank you Jan! It's been a difficult week.

Tania Kitchin

Date: 1/30/2021 3:09:00 AM

Mark, congratulations on POTD with your beautiful heartfelt poem. I hope you are okay, hugs.

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:19:00 AM

I'm still kicking, Thanks Tania!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 1/30/2021 12:41:00 AM

Back with congratulations Mark on this hearfelt poem being chosen as POTD, a well deserved honour. Tom

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:19:00 AM

Thank you Tom!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 1/29/2021 10:31:00 AM

So sad Mark to lose their Mom at such a young age. A mother's love lives on even when they are gone. Tom

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:18:00 AM

Thanks Tom! It's been absolutely horrible.

Jan Allison

Date: 1/29/2021 6:48:00 AM

aww Mark i know the tragedy behind the poem and its truly heart breaking, I know you will be there to support these two little girls who must be truly heart broken. thinking of you my friend:-) sending huge hugs Jan xx

Mark Koplin
Date: 1/31/2021 6:18:00 AM

Thank you so much Jan, I appreciate you support my friend!