Flowers Die,Pictures Fade

I wrote this in memory of my uncle.


Flowers die and pictures fade,attempting
to erase every memory ever made.

Letters are lost while the clouds roll in,
letting the rain pour and the sadness begin.

Feelings are lost and people pass on,showing
us we're the one's who have to be strong.

GOD gives us strength to keep our head held high,
not letting the wonders of the world pass by.

Love everyday and you will see,miracles
happen when you believe.

Nothing can stop you from living your life,
even when the pain cuts like a knife.

Some family we've lost and some still remain,
leaving only love and happiness to be gained.

Some memories fade while the best never die,
leaving you with feelings of wanting to laugh and cry.

People make the biggest impact without even trying,
then everything changes when they are dying.

Ton's of faces get lost in the crowd,
to your surprise certain one's stand out.

GOD gives you love and never leaves you alone,
providing a loving family along with a good home.

Life will bear obstacles and put you to the test,
but you have to be strong and always try your best.

Never back down from any hardship thrown your way,
it will make you stronger until your last day.

Say what you feel in your heart and never back down, even
when your taking your last breath take one last look around.

Angels are singing a song only you can hear,
complete the last part with an open heart,
and absolutely no fear.



                                         Flowers will die and pictures will fade,
                                   but your memory is one that will always stay.


                                       In Loving Memory of my Uncle
                                             You will be missed dearly.

                                                   MAY 28th 2012
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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A   Avatar
June 4, 2013 at 10:08 PM
Hi Colleen, stopping by one more time tonight.. hope to hear from you tomorrow... xox~ Linda
A  Avatar
May 19, 2013 at 9:38 PM
this is a nice poem, CONGRATS!! SKAT
Eastman Avatar
May 19, 2013 at 4:22 PM
Great dedication. Congratulations on the win.
Bacha Avatar
May 19, 2013 at 2:03 PM
Congratulations on your win, its sad, but life has its ups and down. We are bound to feel the pain. Love T.
A   Avatar
May 18, 2013 at 8:34 PM
Congratulations with your impressive winning word play poem, COLLEEN... Take Care <3 xox <3 LINDA
Oyewole Avatar
May 18, 2013 at 12:20 PM
Very heartfelt and impressive. Congrats on your win. AO
Morrison Avatar
May 17, 2013 at 8:08 PM
Lovely heartfelt poem! Kim
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April 10, 2013 at 11:22 AM
Dear Colleen,Hope this finds YOU and YOURS Healthy and High in the Spirit.A very deep from the Heart Tribute,YOU must have LOVED so very much.Congratulations times 2 in Linda's contest and Anne's. I am so sorry I have not written in so long.I am writing a book and trying to start a new form of Poetry. I have some free time coming this Weekend.Thank -YOU for the Gracious Comments I will SOUP Mail YOU later tonight.LOVE YOU ALWAYS and FOREVER YOUR Liege...Harry
Johnson Avatar
April 7, 2013 at 3:24 PM
I see such amazing talent and spirit in your writing when you are paying tribute to someone else. Says something, ha? We all need to find that vien of inspiration to save ourselves. Peace be with you and your family. :)
Fraser Avatar
April 1, 2013 at 11:29 AM
Beautiful heartfelt words to your Uncle, Colleen. Your heart sure is in the right place, James.
Dietrich Avatar
March 26, 2013 at 11:51 PM
I see it has been nearly a year. sorry for your loss. I know you really loved him from this tribute.
Kendrick Avatar
March 26, 2013 at 4:29 PM
Great work honoring the memory of your uncle..Enjoyed reading this eve..Thanks for stopping by..Sara
A   Avatar
March 1, 2013 at 7:12 PM
Your poem is beautiful, a wonderful and heartfelt dedication... LINDA
Taylor Avatar
February 28, 2013 at 4:10 PM
Beautiful tribute, Colleen. Well done. Nice going. hugs, Ralph
A   Avatar
February 27, 2013 at 10:09 PM
Colleen,, an excellent poem, for my contest CONGRATULATIONS :-) Goodnight~ PD
Bono Avatar
March 1, 2013 at 1:08 PM
thanks for the place in your contest.
Situation Avatar
February 26, 2013 at 4:09 PM
To read this aloud is a pleasure.I have to fav this one because it is your best. Even compared to other poetry it comes out on top. Again I say this is your best ..
Bono Avatar
March 1, 2013 at 1:07 PM
thank you
Dietrich Avatar
February 13, 2013 at 2:55 PM
He must have such a wonderful person!!
Situation Avatar
February 11, 2013 at 1:04 PM
Arnt you the girl that wanted to........? Thanks for not taking this away. Dedicated for one but applied to so many.
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